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Thomas Tuchel must double down with Trent Alexander-Arnold if he wants to kill England narrative (opens Mirror Football in a new tab)

ENGLAND 2-1 CROATIA: Trent Alexander-Arnold has battled his way back into the Three Lions fold but if Thomas Tuchel is truly prepared to free England from their shackles, he will let the Real Madrid right-back loose on…

Man Utd & Man City in Gusto battle - Friday's gossip (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Manchester United and Manchester City are going head-to-head for Chelsea defender Malo Gusto and Leeds United pursue Will Lankshear, plus more.

Most capped Scotland players 2026: Here are top 10 most capped Scottish footballers of all time (opens The Scotsman in a new tab)

Here are Scotland’s top 10 most capped footballers - including Andy Robertson, Scott McTominay and John McGinn.

England v Croatia: Nations League – live (opens The Guardian in a new tab)

⚽️ Nations League updates from 7.45pm GMT⚽️ Kane sets cap record | Live scoreboard | Email Scott

Man United to honour triple financial agreement after Mauricio Pochettino disclosure (opens Manchester Evening News in a new tab)

Manchester United will have to foot a massive bill if they are serious in their endeavours to bring in Mauricio Pochettino as a successor to Michael Carrick

Arsenal dig in for draw at Barcelona to extend unbeaten start (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Arsenal extend their unbeaten start to four matches in the Uefa Women's Champions League, as they produce a dogged display to hold Barcelona to a 1-1 draw at the Camp Nou. The point moves Renee Slegers' side into the…

Sebastien Pocognoli must take next Scotland step - especially with two key reinforcements (opens The Scotsman in a new tab)

First Hampden win is non-negotiable as talisman’s returns brings some big calls with it

Arsenal dig deep to earn WCL draw in face of Barcelona dominance (opens The Guardian in a new tab)

Arsenal continue to be a sharp thorn in the side of the European champions, Barcelona, digging deep to hold on to a draw here. Frida Maanum put the Gunners ahead despite a hugely dominant performance from Barcelona, but…

Leader, role model, extraordinary - how Kane's 'fairytale' came true (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

From the 21-year-old who scored 79 seconds into his debut to breaking his nation's appearance record, BBC Sport looks at Harry Kane's England career.

Aberdeen next manager hunt LIVE as Gary Caldwell responds to Pittodrie links (opens Daily Record in a new tab)

We've got our second Premiership managerial casualty of the season as the Dons axe Stephen Robinson and go looking for their next boss

Quiz: Name England's all-time leading appearance makers (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Can you name every England men's player who has at least 60 caps?

Arsenal survive dominant Barca to earn precious WCL point (opens Sky Sports in a new tab)

Arsenal managed to withstand Barcelona's dominance to claim an impressive 1-1 draw against the European champions.

How will the USMNT replace Mauricio Pochettino? There’s no clear answer (opens The Guardian in a new tab)

The USMNT head coach is on the verge of sealing a move to Manchester United, but it’s hard to know who could be in the chair next

Scotland under-21s enjoy four-goal friendly romp as Hearts, Udinese and Man Utd stars impress against Ukraine (opens The Scotsman in a new tab)

Wilson and Miller lead the way as Scotland under-21s run riot

Celtic hit out as Hearts cut away ticket allocation for Tynecastle clash (opens The Scotsman in a new tab)

Champions given 508 briefs for visit to capital

Two other managers 'interviewed better' than Mauricio Pochettino for Man Utd job (opens Mirror Football in a new tab)

Mauricio Pochettino is linked with taking up tenure at Manchester United as Michael Carrick's successor, but may not be the best man for the task at hand

Cole Palmer called out as Alan Shearer tells Chelsea star he has 'some making up to do’ (opens football.london in a new tab)

After Cole Palmer was snubbed by Thomas Tuchel for the upcoming England fixtures, the Chelsea ace has been sent a warning by Alan Shearer

SFA in talks with Boston officials over biannual friendly match (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Discussions take place between Scottish football governing's body and a delegation of state senators to build on bonds forged during the World Cup.

Ghana kick-start Afcon 2027 bid despite Ayew penalty miss (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Jordan Ayew has a first-half penalty saved as Ghana secure a comfortable 2-0 home win over Somalia to kick-start their Afcon 2027 qualifying campaign.

James Milner confirms Liverpool return and reveals delight in 'pulling on red shirt again' (opens Mirror Football in a new tab)

James Milner spent eight years with Liverpool between 2015 and 2023 before making the move to Brighton and Hove Albion, but is set to grace the pitch of Anfield once more next year

Robertson pays tribute to Dalglish as he matches Scotland cap record (opens The Guardian in a new tab)

Tottenham full-back will make 102nd appearance on Friday

Why does Jobe Bellingham not have Bellingham on the back of his shirt? (opens Mirror Football in a new tab)

Jobe Bellingham's kit will bear a slight difference to his brother Jude if he makes his England debut against Croatia tonight

How to watch Italy vs France - TV channel, live stream, kick-off time (opens Mirror Football in a new tab)

Italy host unbeaten France in a blockbuster Nations League clash on Thursday with both teams eyeing up the competitions' quarter-finals

Goodwillie prosecutors 'wrong' not to put footballer on trial for rape, court hears (opens BBC Sport in a new tab)

Denise Clair has brought a case for a private criminal prosecution against the footballer, who was ruled to have raped her by a civil court.