Jamie Spencer

Amy Macdonald's 2007 single This Is The Life is bizarrely top of the Spotify chart in Saudi Arabia thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo & Jordan Henderson.

Ashley Cole reveals the ambition of Birmingham City, with new boss Wayne Rooney at the helm, was crucial to his decision to join as assistant manager.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitted Reds team-mate Ibrahima Konate was fortunate not to get sent off in the Merseyside derby against Everton.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been forced to withdraw from Sweden's squad for this month's internationals because of injury.

Massimiliano Allegri has been backed to return success to Juventus by major club official John Elkann.

Napoli boss Rudi Garcia is under increasing pressure after a poor start to the season, with Antonio Conte among rumoured potential replacements.

Serie A official Juan Luca Sacchi is facing suspension over refusing to shake the hand of female assistant Francesca Di Monte prior to kickoff.

Nike finally released Mary Earps England shirts, only for them to sell-out instantly, with some appearing at double the cost on eBay!

Chelsea are reported to have already agreed a permanent transfer fee for the sale of Romelu Lukaku to Roma when his loan finishes next summer.

Manchester United are reported to be prepared to subsidise Jadon Sancho's wages to offload out of favour winger in the January transfer window.

A tweak to FIFA's hosting requirements for the 2034 World Cup regarding stadiums could make it easier for Saudi Arabia to secure the tournament.

David Beckham is tipped to make a sensational return to Manchester United in an ambassador role if Sheikh Jassim buys the club from the Glazers.

Bundesliga referee Patrick Ittrich admitted his disappointment at the length of a VAR review during Borussia Dortmund's 4-2 win over Union Berlin.

Jobe Bellingham has earned the praise of Sunderland manager Tony Mowbray at the same time as older brother Jude is a revelation for Real Madrid.

Peter Schmeichel has questioned Erik ten Hag's use of Scott McTominay after the Scot came off the bench to inspire a dramatic win over Brentford.

Saudi Arabia is expected to be awarded hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup by FIFA in a blow to Australia's hopes.

Erik ten Hag explains his reason for taking Casemiro off only 45 minutes into Man Utd's 2-1 win against Brentford in favour of Christian Eriksen.

Bukayo Saka is nearing his Arsenal return from injury after training ahead of Man City clash, while Gabriel Martinelli has also stepped up recovery.