Opinion

Opinion·27 July 2026

English football trials new rule to end goalkeeper time-wasting

English football will trial a new rule this week to stop goalkeepers from faking injuries to waste time, addressing a growing fan frustration. Get the full

Opinion·26 July 2026

Carrick reunites with Solskjaer as Man Utd boss: first season blueprint

Michael Carrick’s first full season as Manchester United manager begins with a reunion with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who will serve as a senior advisor. Get the

Opinion·26 July 2026

Tottenham’s transfer ultimatum: De Zerbi demands ‘proud and happy’ players leave

Roberto De Zerbi has issued a stark warning to Tottenham players: if you’re not ‘proud and happy’ to stay, you should leave. Who’s on the way out? Get the full

Opinion·25 July 2026

Austin FC academy scandal: FBI probes youth-on-youth abuse claims

Police and FBI investigate allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse within Austin FC’s academy system, raising urgent questions about safeguarding in MLS

Opinion·23 July 2026

Defoe’s Woking exit: Why England’s sharpest striker quit management so soon

Jermain Defoe has left his first managerial role at Woking after just four months, calling it an ‘impossible’ experience. What went wrong? Get the full

Opinion·22 July 2026

Paul Wade’s CTE diagnosis shatters football’s concussion denial

Former Socceroos captain Paul Wade reveals probable CTE diagnosis, exposing football’s failure to protect players from brain injuries and decades of denial.

Opinion·17 July 2026

Southampton’s Spygate fallout: Eckert reveals police threats and chaos

Southampton boss Tonda Eckert reveals the personal and professional toll of the Spygate scandal, including police protection and threats, after the club’s

Opinion·15 July 2026

Nobby Stiles’ dementia revelation: The silent cost of England’s 1966 glory

England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles’ inquest confirms dementia linked to repeated heading—raising urgent questions about football’s legacy. Get the full

Opinion·9 July 2026

Klopp reveals Liverpool’s failed Mbappe pursuit before PSG move

Jurgen Klopp has lifted the lid on Liverpool’s private transfer talks with Kylian Mbappe before the French striker opted to join PSG, revealing the club’s

Opinion·9 July 2026

Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea blueprint: One rule to rule them all

Xabi Alonso’s first Chelsea interview reveals a single non-negotiable for his players. What is it and why does it matter for the Blues’ rebuild? Get the full

Opinion·2 July 2026

Santi Cazorla retires at 41: Arsenal legend’s legacy in 6 years at Emirates

Santi Cazorla’s retirement at 41 ends a six-year Arsenal stint that delivered two FA Cups and redefined midfield creativity under Arsène Wenger and Mikel

Opinion·26 June 2026

Why Israel plays in Europe: UEFA’s political football exposed

Israel competes in UEFA competitions despite geographic ties to Asia. The geopolitical and sporting implications explained. Get the full analysis, key context