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Diego Forlan tips Van Nistelrooy for managerial success ahead of tennis debut

On the day Ruud van Nistelrooy was asked to take temporary charge of Manchester United, one of his former strike partners was busy preparing for his own new sporting challenge.‘In the morning, I was doing some serves and practising a little,’ says Diego Forlan, speaking to Mail Sport from his home in Montevideo in Uruguay, where he will make his professional tennis debut next month. ‘When I got into the car and turned on the radio, I heard the ne...

Europe is the main aim for Napoli, but Scudetto is realistic according to Conte

Napoli manager Antonio Conte insisted that getting into Europe is the main aim with Napoli, although is finding it harder to ignore talk of the Scudetto after they extended their lead at the top of the league to seven points on Tuesday. Napoli manager Antonio Conte insisted that getting into Europe is the main aim with Napoli, although is finding it harder to ignore talk of the Scudetto after they extended their lead at the top of the l...

Tottenham 2-1 Man City: Werner & Sarr strike, Savinho stretchered off

Ange Postecoglou's quest to end Tottenham's trophy drought continued as victory over Manchester City sent them into the Carabao Cup quarter-final.<h2>2024/2025 League Cup</h2>The Spurs boss claimed recently he always wins silverware in his second season - and remained on course to fulfil his promise after an entertaining, eventful encounter. Ange Postecoglou's quest to end Tottenham's trophy drought continued as victory over Mancheste...

Amorim jetting in for Man Utd talks & he won’t take charge of Chelsea clash

RUBEN AMORIM could be Manchester United’s new manager by Sunday after the club agreed to pay his £8.3million release fee from Sporting Lisbon.The Portuguese coach — plus three of his backroom staff — are expected to fly in to Manchester for advanced talks, just two days after Erik ten Hag’s sacking. RUBEN AMORIM could be Manchester United’s new manager by Sunday after the club agreed to pay his £8.3million release fee from Sporting Lisbon. The Po...

Ex-Sporting chief slams Amorim for "fantasy dedication" amid move to Man United.

A former Sporting Lisbon chief has taken aim at manager Ruben Amorim ahead of his expected departure to join Man United, accusing him of 'fantasy' dedication to the club.Sporting announced on Tuesday that that Man United plan to pay the €10million (£8.5m) release clause to buy Amorim out of his contract. A former Sporting Lisbon chief has taken aim at manager Ruben Amorim ahead of his expected departure to join Man United, accusing...

Extra-time winner dumps Dortmund out of DFB-Pokal, Leverkusen through

Jonas Wind's extra-time winner saw Wolfsburg dump Borussia Dortmund out of the DFB-Pokal in the second round, piling more pressure on Nuri Sahin.With the game goalless after 90 minutes, the encounter at the Volkswagen Arena looked destined for penalties until Wind tapped home from close range in the 117th minute. Jonas Wind's extra-time winner saw Wolfsburg dump Borussia Dortmund out of the DFB-Pokal in the second round, piling more pressure...

Tears flow and fury grows as Ruben Amorim 'abandons' Sporting Lisbon

Shuffling up the steps from the Campo Grande metro station, there was an air of sadness that hung over everyone in green and white. For one elderly gentleman it soon became all too much.'It will indeed be a significant loss,’ he tells a local reporter before he bursts into tears. Strangers are offering out hugs. Shuffling up the steps from the Campo Grande metro station, there was an air of sadness that hung over everyone in green and w...

Cassano urges Roma go for Mancini

Roma coach Ivan Juric is under pressure after their thrashing by Fiorentina, with Cassano urging a change.Mancini is available after his sacking as Saudi Arabia coach and Cassano said on Viva El Football: Juric talks about the first 40 days, but the first 37, apart from the first game against Udinese have been sh**. Roma coach Ivan Juric is under pressure after their thrashing by Fiorentina, with Cassano urging a change. Mancini is available afte...

Kick Off: Amorim to coach Man Utd, Ronaldo's penalty miss eliminates Al-Nassr

Welcome to All Football's Kick Off, we bring you all important news in the past 24 hours. Make sure you do not miss out.<h3>Matchs Report</h3>Al Nassr FC 0-1 Al Taawoun: Ronaldo misses stoppage-time penalty, Ahmed scores Welcome to All Football's Kick Off, we bring you all important news in the past 24 hours. Make sure you do not miss out. Matchs Report Al Nassr FC 0-1 Al Taawoun: Ronaldo misses stoppage-time penalty, Ahmed scores Cri...

Juventus 2-2 Parma: McKennie & Weah score but Juve lose ground in title race

Juventus twice came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw at home to Parma on Wednesday, maintaining their unbeaten record this season but dropping to fourth in the Serie A standings.<h2>2024/2025 Serie A</h2> Juventus twice came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw at home to Parma on Wednesday, maintaining their unbeaten record this season but dropping to fourth in the Serie A standings. 2024/2025 Serie A Juventus are on 18 points, seven a...

Messi and Inter Miami set incredible audience record in MLS Playoffs

The Herons’ first playoff game against Atlanta set a new record for sports broadcasting on Apple.Lionel Messi continues breaking records in MLS with Inter Miami,and his first playoff game with the Fort Lauderdale team was no exception. The first match of the best-of-three series against Atlanta United set a new record. The Herons’ first playoff game against Atlanta set a new record for sports broadcasting on Apple. Lionel Messi continues breaking...

Conte: Lukaku rejected Prem offers to join me at Napoli

Lukaku left Chelsea for Napoli in August and has shown signs of returning to his very best under Conte.After victory at AC Milan last night, the Azzurri coach said: "There is great empathy with Romelu, he wanted to come to Naples at all costs, he even refused the Premier League to work together again. Lukaku left Chelsea for Napoli in August and has shown signs of returning to his very best under Conte. After victory at AC Milan last night, the A...

AC Milan striker Morata on Napoli defeat: Proud but unhappy

Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck the goals for Napoli's 2-0 win at San Siro stadium on Tuesday night.Milan striker Morata later said: "Football is like this: we have to be positive. We had good moments against the top team in the league. But we have to take the positives: we played a great game in terms of intensity and strength. Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck the goals for Napoli's 2-0 win at San Siro stadium on Tue...

Kvaratskhelia: Of course Napoli players believe we can win Scudetto again

Kvaratskhelia and Romelu Lukaku scored in last night's 2-0 win at AC Milan to help Napoli maintain their place at the top of the Serie A table.Kvaratskhelia later told DAZN: “I worked for this but the important thing is the team’s victory. I’m happy and we deserved to win tonight. Kvaratskhelia and Romelu Lukaku scored in last night's 2-0 win at AC Milan to help Napoli maintain their place at the top of the Serie A table. Kvaratskhelia later told...

Empoli 0-3 Inter: Frattesi & Lautaro's goals help Nerazzurri win 10-man host

Game is over and the final score is Empoli 0-3 Inter. Here is the match report.<h2>2024/2025 Serie A</h2><h3>Match Events</h3>0' The match is about to start!5' Highlight from Empoli vs Inter Game is over and the final score is Empoli 0-3 Inter. Here is the match report. 2024/2025 Serie A Match Events 0' The match is about to start! 5' Highlight from Empoli vs Inter 6' Match Event for Empoli vs Inter 12' Highlight from Empo...

Lionel Messi statement speaks volumes as French media pan Kylian Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe has been subjected to a fierce tirade from the French media after Manchester City's Rodri was crowned the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner over Vinicius Jr.Despite the Spanish midfielder's victory at the ceremony, the morning after has seen much exasperation with who didn't win after what was a controversial year for the award. One player who has woken up to much ire from his home country's press is Real Madrid forward Mbappe. Kylian Mbappe ...

Named: Shock ex-MU striker who ETH wanted to revitalise attack before sacking

Sacked Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag was reportedly keen to turn to an 'ex-United centre-forward' to boost his side's faltering frontline last season.The Dutchman was finally dismissed on Monday after months of speculation, during which time the Old Trafford outfit slumped to 14th in the Premier League. Sacked Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag was reportedly keen to turn to an 'ex-United centre-forward' to boost his side's faltering front...

Stoke City condemn 'sickening and unacceptable' chants aimed at Tyrese Campbell

Stoke City have condemned 'sickening and unacceptable' chants aimed at Sheffield United player Tyrese Campbell.Campbell scored the second goal of the Blades' 2-0 win over City on Saturday, his first goal of the season in his eighth appearance for the Potters. Stoke City have condemned 'sickening and unacceptable' chants aimed at Sheffield United player Tyrese Campbell. Campbell scored the second goal of the Blades' 2-0 win over City on Saturday, ...

Erik ten Hag might have already cost Ruben Amorim dream Man Utd transfer

Ruben Amorim’s hopes of signing Viktor Gyokeres for Manchester United already appear to be dead after the Sporting Lisbon star’s “dream” was revealed.The Portuguese tactician has been strongly linked with his own move to Old Trafford. Amorim has emerged as the clear favourite to succeed Erik ten Hag, with Red Devils chiefs considering activating his release clause. Ruben Amorim’s hopes of signing Viktor Gyokeres for Manchester United already appe...

Man Utd 5-2 Leicester: Red Devils run riot in RvN's first match as interim boss

Ruud van Nistelrooy enjoyed a winning start as Manchester United’s interim manager as his side thrashed Leicester to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.<h2>2024/2025 League Cup</h2>Two days after Van Nistelrooy was appointed as stand-in following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag, his pre-match demand for entertainment was met in full. Ruud van Nistelrooy enjoyed a winning start as Manchester United’s interim manager as his side thrashe...

Daily Funny Moments: Amorim's career is at risk NOW

Hey guys! Welcome to our newly upgraded segment—Daily Funny Moments! Taking into after suggestions, we've combined memes and daily comments to bring more joy to fans and make this segment more enjoyable. We hope everyone has a wonderful day! Hey guys! Welcome to our newly upgraded segment—Daily Funny Moments! Taking into after suggestions, we've combined memes and daily comments to bring more joy to fans and make this segment more enjoyable. We h...

Newcastle want Mbeumo but financial limits may require Howe to offload a star

Newcastle United could make a move for Brentford's prized forward Bryan Mbeumo in January, but face financial restrictions that could trigger a player fire sale.According to the Telegraph, current financial regulations means if Newcastle were to spend big on Mbeumo in January they'd likely have to sell a player in the summer to balance the books. Newcastle United could make a move for Brentford's prized forward Bryan Mbeumo in January, but face f...

Amorim can optimize Rashford, Ugarte, and fix United's £350m mess

It has been a whirlwind 48 hours in the life of Ruben Filipe Marques Amorim.Ever since Manchester United announced the sacking of Erik ten Hag on Monday morning, the 39-year-old has been strongly linked with replacing the Dutchman. It has been a whirlwind 48 hours in the life of Ruben Filipe Marques Amorim. Ever since Manchester United announced the sacking of Erik ten Hag on Monday morning, the 39-year-old has been strongly linked with replacing...

New Como president Suwarso warns Real Madrid off Paz

The young attacker is being linked with a return to Real Madrid, which hold a buy-back option.But Suwarso said, "We are a club that does not need money, so one of the dynamics that lead to the sale of jewels, falls. The young attacker is being linked with a return to Real Madrid, which hold a buy-back option. But Suwarso said, "We are a club that does not need money, so one of the dynamics that lead to the sale of jewels, falls. "We can think cal...

Latest update on Real Madrid‘s interest in Ballon d’Or winner Rodri

The Ballon d’Or winner would solve a lot of Real Madrid’s problem in midfield.Despite Real Madrid’s struggles in midfield, even after high-profile signings like Tchouaméni and Camavinga, the Ballon d’Or was awarded to the best midfielder in the world—who, to add salt to the wound, happens to be Spanish and from Madrid. The Ballon d’Or winner would solve a lot of Real Madrid’s problem in midfield. Despite Real Madrid’s struggles in midfield, even ...

Guardiola welcomes Ten Hag to Man City anytime after he was sacked by United.

Pep Guardiola has opened the door to Erik ten Hag visiting Man City after being sacked by rivals Man United and also offered his verdict over Ruben Amorim's potential arrival.Amorim looks set to leave Sporting to take over at Old Trafford after Ten Hag's sacking on Monday, with United set to pay his £8.31million release clause. Pep Guardiola has opened the door to Erik ten Hag visiting Man City after being sacked by rivals Man Unit...

Motta demands better from Juventus ahead of Parma clash

Motta admits he'd like to manage games better, as his team battle against inconsistency.What kind of Juve do you expect tomorrow?"As always a different game, but we want to put in a great performance to get the result. We have to deserve it. Do well in all phases to increase the probability of having a positive result." Motta admits he'd like to manage games better, as his team battle against inconsistency. What kind of Juve do you expect tomorro...

Jose Mourinho jokingly names his ideal club to manage in England

Former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho has admitted that he wishes to work in England again before he retires.The 61-year-old is currently in charge of Fenerbahce in Turkey and his team played out a 1-1 draw with former club United in the UEFA Europa League last week. Former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho has admitted that he wishes to work in England again before he r...

Newcastle 2-0 Chelsea: Blues crash out of Carabao Cup, Disasi nets own goal

Newcastle United cruised past Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.<h2>2024/2025 League Cup</h2>An Alexander Isak strike, quickly followed by an Axel Disasi own goal, were enough to avenge their 2-1 defeat at Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday. Newcastle United cruised past Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals. 2024/2025 League Cup An Alexander Isak strike, quickly followed by an Axel Disasi own goal, were e...

Van Nistelrooy breaks silence as he prepares to take charge of Carabao Cup tie

Ruud van Nistelrooy has broken his silence on a hectic week at Manchester United as the assistant manager gets ready to stand in for the side's Carabao Cup clash against Leicester, after Erik ten Hag was dismissed on Monday. Ruud van Nistelrooy has broken his silence on a hectic week at Manchester United as the assistant manager gets ready to stand in for the side's Carabao Cup clash against Leicester, after Eri...

Mainz 0-4 Bayern: Musiala nets career first hat-trick in easy DFB Pokal win

In-form Jamal Musiala bagged a first-half hat-trick to steer Bayern Munich to a 4-0 victory over hosts Mainz 05 on Wednesday and into the DFB Pokal third round.<h2>2024/2025 DFB Pokal</h2>Germany midfielder Musiala, who also scored in their 5-0 league win over VfL Bochum on Sunday, slotted in from a Harry Kane pass for a second-minute lead after a powerful run down the left by Alphonso Davies. In-form Jamal Musiala bagged a first-half...

Ronaldo blasts 96th minute penalty over bar as Al-Nassr bow out of Saudi Cup

CRISTIANO RONALDO blazed a stoppage-time penalty over the bar as Al-Nassr were dumped out of Saudi Arabia's biggest cup competition.Ronaldo and Co hosted Al-Taawoun on Tuesday night in the last 16 of The King Cup. CRISTIANO RONALDO blazed a stoppage-time penalty over the bar as Al-Nassr were dumped out of Saudi Arabia's biggest cup competition. Ronaldo and Co hosted Al-Taawoun on Tuesday night in the last 16 of The King Cup. Al-Nassr sit seven po...

England 2-1 South Africa: Leah Williamson marks her 50th cap with a goal

When Sarina Wiegman reflects on this England camp she will likely have more questions than answers.There are seven months until the Lionesses begin their defence of their European Championship crown, but they do not look anywhere near the team that was victorious on home soil in 2022. When Sarina Wiegman reflects on this England camp she will likely have more questions than answers. There are seven months until the Lionesses begin their defence o...

Milan not out of title race according to head coach Fonseca

AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca was unwilling to rule his team out of title contention following their 2-0 home defeat to Serie A leaders Napoli, who now lead them by 11 points, on Tuesday.While Milan have a game in hand over their victors, it's a considerable gap to bridge even having played just nine matches so far this season. AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca was unwilling to rule his team out of title contention following their 2-0 home defeat t...

Fabinho gives blunt verdict on Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk leaving Liverpool

Former Liverpool star Fabinho claims he hasn't been pushing former team-mates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk to join him in Saudi Arabia.Fabinho, who won the Champions League and Premier League with the Reds, left for Al-Ittihad in the summer of 2023. He has been joined in Jeddah by the likes of Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kante. Former Liverpool star Fabinho claims he hasn't been pushing former team-mates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk to joi...

Where does Erik ten Hag rank among Man United managers since Sir Alex Ferguson?

Erik ten Hag was given his marching orders earlier this week after two and a half years in charge at Old Trafford, paying the price for Man United's dismal start to the 2024-2025 Premier League campaign. Erik ten Hag was given his marching orders earlier this week after two and a half years in charge at Old Trafford, paying the price for Man United's dismal start to the 2024-2025 Premier League campaign. It was United's 2-1 defeat to We...

Man Utd 'told pundits to STOP praising Sancho' during his BVB loan spell

Manchester United reportedly asked high-profile pundits to stop praising Jadon Sancho during the winger's loan stint at Borussia Dortmund.The 24-year-old fell out with Erik ten Hag after the then-Red Devils boss left him out of the squad that suffered a 3-1 defeat against Arsenal last September, due to his 'performance in training'. Manchester United reportedly asked high-profile pundits to stop praising Jadon Sancho duri...

Fonseca defends benching Leao as Napoli win at AC Milan

Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck the goals for the 2-0 win on Tuesday night.Fonseca said afterwards: "I think those who played played well. I don't look for excuses, I believe in all the players. And today they showed it. We can say that important players are missing, but I don't know if with them we would have done better than today because those who played did well. Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck the goals for the ...

Mbappe still adapting to life at Bernabeu after disastrous El Clasico debut

What do you get when a megastar like Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid? Goals and trophies? Most likely. Media attention? Guilty. Pressure and expectation? Absolutely.Mbappe has eight goals and two assists in 14 appearances for Real. What do you get when a megastar like Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid? Goals and trophies? Most likely. Media attention? Guilty. Pressure and expectation? Absolutely. Mbappe has eight goals and two assists in 14 appeara...

Juventus aware Arsenal considering Jan move for Vlahovic

Tutto Juve says the Gunners have let it be known to Juve intermediaries that they're keen to discuss terms for the Serbia international.It's been suggested Arsenal would seek to do business for around €60m in January for the centre-forward. Tutto Juve says the Gunners have let it be known to Juve intermediaries that they're keen to discuss terms for the Serbia international. It's been suggested Arsenal would seek to do business for around €60m in...

Man Utd chiefs' private talks with Amorim over their summer signings exposed

Ruben Amorim will have a tough task should he take over at Manchester United, given the state that Erik ten Hag has left the Red Devils in.United currently sit 14th in the Premier League with just three wins from their first nine games – a stark contrast to the glory years under Sir Alex Ferguson spent winning title after title. After enduring brutal 3-0 losses at the hands of Liverpool and Spurs earlier in the season, the straw that broke the ca...

The Insider - Rudy Galetti: PSG eye Rashford; Kvara & Napoli; Juve find striker

JUVENTUS EYE LORENZO LUCCA TO STRENGTHEN ATTACKJuventus are preparing for renewed discussions over the potential signing of Lorenzo Lucca. The Italian striker - who scored his fourth goal in Serie A in Udinese’s last match against Cagliari - has captured the attention of the Bianconeri as they are looking to strengthen their attack with a young player. JUVENTUS EYE LORENZO LUCCA TO STRENGTHEN ATTACK Juventus are preparing for renewed discussions ...

Inter and Juve served up clash for the ages; but Inzaghi faces more questions

And the teams delivered. Inter-Juventus was arguably the match of the year and likely the best Serie A spectacle we'll see this season.Antonio Conte, fresh from a Saturday win over Lecce, has reason to smile as his lead in the standings begins to widen. However, it’s worth noting that Napoli, with a relatively easier early schedule, has taken advantage of its opportunities, thanks to Romelu Lukaku and his teammates’ consistent wins. And the teams...

Moggi questions Vlahovic's future with Motta's Juventus

Moggi was reflecting on the 4-4 draw between Juventus and Inter Milan in Sunday's Derby d'Italia.He wrote for Libero: "A match full of errors, especially defensive ones, which in the end, probably annoyed, first of all, the two coaches, also making people's minds flash the idea that Napoli can win this championship. Moggi was reflecting on the 4-4 draw between Juventus and Inter Milan in Sunday's Derby d'Italia. He wrote for Libero: "A match full...

Brighton 2-3 Liverpool: Reds advance in Carabao Cup with Gakpo brace & Díaz goal

Cody Gakpo scored twice to help send holders Liverpool into the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup with a thrilling victory at Brighton.<h2>2024/2025 League Cup</h2>After a goalless and largely forgettable first half, Dutch forward Gakpo broke the deadlock a minute after the break in stunning fashion, cutting inside before launching an unstoppable drive into the back of the net. Cody Gakpo scored twice to help send holders Liverpool in...

West Ham's reason once rejected Amorim due to lack of experience out of Portugal

The real reason West Ham chose not to replace David Moyes with Manchester United's new manager-in-waiting Ruben Amorim last season has been revealed.Amorim, 39, looks set to succeed Erik ten Hag at Manchester United this week, with the Red Devils closing in on finalising a deal for the Sporting Lisbon boss. The real reason West Ham chose not to replace David Moyes with Manchester United's new manager-in-waiting Ruben Amorim last season has been r...

Paul Scholes predicts where Man United can finish under Ruben Amorim

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has offered his prediction of what Ruben Amorim can realistically achieve if he takes over as manager.Sporting Lisbon confirmed in a statement to the market on Tuesday afternoon that they had been approached by the Premier League giants, who want to replace sacked Erik ten Hag with their highly-rated young coach. Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has offered his prediction of what Ruben Amorim can realist...

Man Utd already place Antony on the transfer list following Erik ten Hag's axe

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...THE SUNManchester United have already placed Antony on the transfer list following Erik ten Hag's axe, according to reports. The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers... THE SUN Manchester United have already placed Antony on the transfer list following Erik ten Hag's axe, according to reports. Sporting Lisbon all but confirmed Manchester United will poach R...

Conte happy as Napoli win at AC Milan: But 'Work in progress' sign still there

Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck the goals for the 2-0 win on Tuesday night.Conte later said, "The 'Work in progress' sign is there and will remain. I repeat: Napoli, like Milan, have changed coaches and have started a new journey. The difference between us and them is that they gave us a 22-point gap last year. They also have the 'Work in progress' sign, even though I believe that Fonseca has found a stronger foundation than us to ...

Revealed: 'How far Man United went to convince Frenkie de Jong to join the club'

Though Manchester United have failed in their pursuit of Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong in recent years, it certainly hasn't been down for a want of trying.The Red Devils have had a long-standing interest in the Netherlands international, mainly due to the close relationship between De Jong and now-sacked-manager Erik ten Hag. Though Manchester United have failed in their pursuit of Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong in recent years, it certainly has...

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