Ismael’s Albion had won just in seven Championship games prior to his sackingWest Bromwich Albion have parted company with boss Valerien Ismael.The 46-year-old Frenchman had taken Albion to fifth in the Championship – but fans voiced concerns over his style of football.Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Millwall was the head coach’s final game in charge. Assistant…Continue Reading
Bayern Munich won the 2020 Club World Cup, beating Mexico’s Tigres in Qatar in February 2021Dates: 3-12 February Host country: United Arab Emirates Coverage: Text coverage of Chelsea’s matches on the BBC Sport websiteThe 2021 Fifa Club World Cup, featuring the champions of different continents, kicks off on Thursday in the United Arab Emirates.European champions…Continue Reading
Griffiths was one of the Scotland penalty scorers in the European Championship play-off final win over Serbia in Belgrade in November 2020Scotland striker Leigh Griffiths is a free agent after parting ways with Dundee.A loan deal from Celtic expired this week and the 31-year-old did not feature in Tuesday’s 0-0 derby draw with Dundee United.Griffiths…Continue Reading
Image source, SNS GroupImage caption, Goodwillie was at Stark’s Park to watch Raith Rovers’ 3-3 draw with Queen of the SouthRaith Rovers’ decision to sign David Goodwillie has been described as “badly misjudged” by the chief executive of Scottish Women’s Football.Aileen Campbell said the move could have “devastating” consequences for the women’s game in Scotland.Author…Continue Reading
The Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals and Sunday’s final will be shown live in the UK on the BBC.Burkina Faso face Senegal on Wednesday (19:00 GMT), with Sadio Mane one goal away from equalling the Senegalese all-time goals record of 29.His Liverpool team-mate Mohamed Salah should be in action on Thursday as Egypt play hosts…Continue Reading
Aubameyang scored seven goals in 15 appearances for Arsenal this seasonArsenal have confirmed that striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has left the club by mutual consent, however Barcelona are yet to complete a deal for the Gabon international.The 32-year-old flew to Spain on Monday to sign for Barca and was pictured training with them on Tuesday.Barcelona president…Continue Reading
Image source, SNS Group Image caption, Val McDermid has withdrawn her support and sponsorship of Raith Rovers football clubThe author Val McDermid has withdrawn her support and sponsorship of Raith Rovers football club after it signed David Goodwillie. The striker was ruled to be a rapist and ordered to pay damages in a civil case…Continue Reading
Chelsea boss Emma Hayes has previously spoken about the lack of support for female players who have childrenPlayers in the top two tiers of women’s football in England will receive improved maternity pay as part of a new agreement.From next season clubs in the Women’s Super League and Championship will pay full wages for the…Continue Reading
Aaron Ramsey has joined Rangers on loan until the summerNot since Paul Gascoigne swapped Lazio for Rangers in 1995 has an arrival from Serie A to Scottish football caused such a stir.Aaron Ramsey’s loan move to Rangers from Juventus on Monday – hours before the transfer window closed – was a remarkable coup that made…Continue Reading
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The 20-year-old striker, who made his debut for the club in March 2019, was arrested on SundayManchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and making threats to kill.The 20-year-old was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault on Sunday.Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said…Continue Reading