Football
This weekend saw the League Cup final and an action-packed Matchweek 29 in the Premier League, featuring moments of brilliance, tension, and dramatic twists. Manchester City suffered another setback against Brighton in a high-stakes clash, while Chelsea stumbled at Arsenal. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest extended their lead over Chelsea and are now in their best position yet to secure Champions League qualification. Here’s a detailed look at the key results, analyses of the weekend’s matches, and the EFL Cup final between Newcastle and Liverpool. Read more Read More
With just a few months to go before the 2025 U21 European Championship, where the Young Lions will look to defend their title, England’s U21s face two high-profile clashes against France and Portugal during the March international break. Head coach Lee Carsley has named a 25-man squad, blending exciting young talents with established names from the English and European leagues. For several players, this will be an opportunity to edge closer to the senior team, with some observers arguing that the likes of Jarrad Branthwaite and Adam Wharton already deserve a spot in Gareth Southgate’s squad. Read more Read More
Officially appointed as England manager in January 2025, Thomas Tuchel has unveiled his first squad selection for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia, set to take place at Wembley on 21 and 24 March. The former Bayern Munich boss has made some notable decisions in his opening squad, including first-time call-ups and high-profile returns. Among the 26 players selected, Arsenal youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly and Newcastle defender Dan Burn receive their maiden senior call-ups at very different stages of their careers, 18 for the former, 32 for the latter. Meanwhile, Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford return to the national team after absences from recent squads. Read more Read More
Neil Ryan’s England U17 squad is gearing up for a pivotal UEFA European U17 Championship qualifying round. Drawn against Israel, Slovenia, and Northern Ireland, the Young Lions will play all their fixtures at St. George’s Park – a home advantage they intend to make the most of. Following two impressive victories against the Netherlands in February, England approach this stage with confidence and ambition, especially with a squad selection that holds no surprises. Read more Read More
England’s U18 squad embarks on the March international break with a demanding schedule of three fixtures. Under the guidance of Liam Bramley, the squad has been carefully assembled, featuring 23 players drawn from some of the best youth academies in the country. While several of them have previously represented England at younger age groups, there are also a number of new faces looking to make their mark on the international stage. Read more Read More