Myles Lewis-Skelly next? Eight academy favourites Arsenal sold too soon
Including Serge Gnabry, Arsenal sold these eight youngsters too soon. The post Myles Lewis-Skelly next? Eight academy favourites Arsenal sold too soon appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every team Lionel Messi failed to score against for Barcelona?
Every team on this list can count themselves lucky. The post Can you name every team Lionel Messi failed to score against for Barcelona? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2017-18?
City romped the title. Can you name the scorers? The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2017-18? appeared first on Planet Football .
Youngest scorer in every UEFA competition as Brian Madjo sets Super Cup record
Announcing themselves early on the big stages. The post Youngest scorer in every UEFA competition as Brian Madjo sets Super Cup record appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every team Rangers have played in Europe since 2000?
Not even the biggest Rangers fan is getting 100%. The post Can you name every team Rangers have played in Europe since 2000? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every South American to play for Man Utd in the Premier League?
Twenty-seven names to get here. The post Can you name every South American to play for Man Utd in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Seven left-backs Man Utd could target as Newcastle continue to block Lewis Hall transfer
Hall looks set to stay at Newcastle, but United can still strengthen at left-back The post Seven left-backs Man Utd could target as Newcastle continue to block Lewis Hall transfer appeared first on Planet Football .
Xavi Named Netherlands Head Coach, First Foreign Boss Since 1978
Xavi has signed a four-year deal, which means he will lead the Oranje's Euro 2028 and 2030 World Cup campaigns
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Newcastle?
No prizes for getting No.1. The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Newcastle? appeared first on Planet Football .
Former Spanish star Xavi Hernandez appointed as Netherlands coach
Legendary Spanish midfielder Xavi Hernandez has been named the new head coach of the Netherlands national team, signing a contract through to the 2030 World Cup
The dream Barcelona midfield for 2026-27 as Rodri transfer links intensify
Barca could be building their best midfield since the days of Busquets, Xavi and Iniesta. The post The dream Barcelona midfield for 2026-27 as Rodri transfer links intensify appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every UEFA Super Cup winner since 2000?
This will stretch your footballing knowledge. The post Can you name every UEFA Super Cup winner since 2000? appeared first on Planet Football .
Netherlands hires Spain great Xavi as first foreign-born coach since 1978
Spain great Xavi Hernandez was hired as Netherlands coach on Wednesday, becoming the first foreign-born leader of the national team in nearly 50 years. Xavi was a member of the Spain team that beat the Dutch in the World Cup final in 2010, marking their third defeat in the title match. The 46-year-old Xavi, who has been out of work since leaving his job as Barcelona coach in May 2024, takes over from Ronald Koeman after his departure following the World Cup. The former midfielder said he felt a special connection to Dutch football after coming through a Barcelona academy influenced by Johan Cruyff and Rinus Michels. You could say that I am a bit of a son of Dutch football, said Xavi, who has signed a deal through to the 2030 World Cup. Other great coaches, especially Louis van Gaal, under whom I made my debut at Barcelona, ??and Frank Rijkaard, also played an important role in shaping me as a player and coach. The last foreign-born coach of the Netherlands was Ernst Happel f
Netherlands Football Team Appoints First Foreign Coach in 48 Years: Xavi Hernandez Takes Charge
New Delhi, August 13: Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands mens football team. The Spanish coach is the first foreign manager for the team in 48 years. His contract extends until the FIFA World Cup 2030. Xavi succeeds Ronald Koeman in this prestigious role. Upon his appointment, Xavi ... Read more Netherlands Football Team Appoints First Foreign Coach in 48 Years: Xavi Hernandez Takes Charge
Netherlands Hire Spain Great Xavi Hernandez As First Foreign-Born Coach Since 1978
Spain great Xavi Hernandez was hired as Netherlands coach on Wednesday, becoming the first foreign-born leader of the national team in nearly 50 years.
Netherlands hires Spain great Xavi Hernandez as first foreign-born coach since 1978
Spain great Xavi Hernandez has been hired as Netherlands coach to become the first foreign-born leader of the national team in nearly 50 years
PSG retain UEFA Super Cup with 2-1 win over Aston Villa
PSG put in an impressive defensive display and join AC Milan and Real Madrid as the only teams to retain the trophy, as Luis Enrique won his 13th trophy since joining PSG in 2023
Netherlands appoint Xavi Hernandez as head coach: Details here
Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands national football team.
Chelsea sign defender Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano on five-year contract
Financial details of the deal were not disclosed, but British media reported that Chelsea had paid an initial 16.3 million ($22.02 million) with a further 1.7 million in add-ons for the 28-year-old
AFC Champions League Two qualifier | EBFC stuns Al Arabi in the 11th hour
The interest shown by FC Barcelona in Alexander Isak has nothing to do with sentiment and everything to do with arithmetic. Fichajes reported in early July 2026 that the Catalan club see the Sweden internationals falling valuation as an opening, and are said to be waiting for a signal from the player before moving to [] The post Alexander Isak is 50m cheaper than a year ago, and Barcelona have noticed appeared first on Sports Courant .
Messi says not certain to play much longer after fathers death
Messi, whose contract with Major League Soccer outfit Inter Miami runs till the end of the 2028 season, reflected on the final months of his fathers life, which coincided with the 2026 World Cup
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2016-17?
Chelsea won the title. Can you name the marksmen? The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2016-17? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name everybody to play for Man Utd and Leeds since 1992?
Tasty quiz, this one. The post Can you name everybody to play for Man Utd and Leeds since 1992? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name all 13 clubs Mario Balotelli has played for in his career?
Balotelli is always the centre of attention. The post Can you name all 13 clubs Mario Balotelli has played for in his career? appeared first on Planet Football .
Premier League 2026-27 preview No 6: Chelsea
The 10 worst kits of 26-27: Leeds, Real Madrid, Villa, Spurs
Even among some shockers, there's a wretchedly-obvious stand-out.. The post The 10 worst kits of 26-27: Leeds, Real Madrid, Villa, Spurs but a clear and obvious winner appeared first on Planet Football .
The 10 highest paid players in the Championship: Kalvin Phillips joint top
Featuring almost exclusively West Ham players... The post The 10 highest paid players in the Championship: Kalvin Phillips joint top appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea Signs Spanish Player Pep Chavarria on a Five-Year Deal Until 2031
London, August 12: Premier League club Chelsea has announced the signing of Spanish player Pep Chavarria from La Liga team Rayo Vallecano. The 28-year-old has signed a five-year contract. Chavarria has committed to Chelsea until 2031 and will begin working with his new teammates at Cobham. In an official statement, he expressed his excitement, saying, ... Read more Chelsea Signs Spanish Player Pep Chavarria on a Five-Year Deal Until 2031
Highlights Chelsea have agreed a 16.3 million deal, plus 1.7 million in add-ons, to sign Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria. The 28-year-old replaces Marc Cucurella, who left Stamford Bridge for Real Madrid this summer after winning the World Cup with Spain. Chavarria didn't make his La Liga debut until he was 24, and was sent off on his European debut three years later. Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria for an initial 16.3 million, with a further 1.7 million available in add-ons, according to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano. The 28-year-old will undergo a medical before completing his move to Stamford Bridge, where he's expected to compete with Jorrel Hato for the left-back spot vacated by Marc Cucurella's move to Real Madrid. It's not the kind of signing Chelsea have built a reputation on in recent years. There's no wonderkid hype, no long-term sell-on value being banked on. Chavarria is 28, has four seasons of top-flight experience, and only started playing regularly in Spain's Segunda Divisin in his mid-twenties. Who is Pep Chavarria? Chavarria is a Spanish left-back who spent years working his way up from outside Spain's top two divisions. He joined Real Zaragoza on a free transfer in 2020 after arriving from third-tier side UE Olot, and didn't make his La Liga debut until he was 24 years old. Two years later, Rayo Vallecano signed him from Zaragoza for a reported 1.8 million. His rise since then has been steady rather than explosive. Andoni Iraola, Rayo's manager at the time, brought him in for his overlapping runs down the left; his more recent coach, Inigo Perez, has helped him add range to his game, including operating in midfield rather than purely as an out-and-out wing-back. Chavarria has called Perez the best coach he's worked with. Why are Chelsea paying 16.3m for him now? Because Xabi Alonso needed a direct, ready-made replacement for Marc Cucurella, and because this summer's transfer strategy at Stamford Bridge has leaned toward experience over potential. Chavarria's arrival follows the signings of 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton and 36-year-old midfielder Jordan Henderson from Brentford both moves aimed at adding senior figures to a squad that's previously been criticised for lacking them. He's also Chelsea's third defensive signing of the summer, following right-back Marco Palestra from Atalanta and centre-back Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace, as Alonso rebuilds the back line around fewer long-term projects and more players who can contribute immediately. What does Chavarria actually offer on the pitch? More than his goal return suggests. He scored only once last season a long-range strike against Atletico Madrid and picked up more red cards than goals across the campaign, including one late on against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. But the underlying numbers tell a fuller story: across 44 appearances in all competitions, Chavarria racked up over 2,000 touches in La Liga and ranked among the division's most productive players for both crosses supplied and crosses blocked, a dual profile that points to a full-back doing defensive and attacking work in roughly equal measure. He started for Rayo in last season's Conference League final, a rare European final for a club of Rayo's size, where they lost 1-0 to Crystal Palace. Chavarria's path to Chelsea 2018 Joins Olot (Spain's third tier) as a free agent 2020 Joins Real Zaragoza as a free agent 2022 Signed by Rayo Vallecano from Zaragoza for 1.8m Age 24 Makes his La Liga debut Age 27 Sent off on his European debut, against Sweden's Hacken 2025-26 season Starts in the Conference League final; Rayo lose 1-0 to Crystal Palace 2026 Signed by Chelsea for 16.3m plus 1.7m in add-ons What's the case for the signing, beyond the numbers? Mentality, according to the people who've worked with him. Jose Ramon Rodriguez, who coached Chavarria at Zaragoza, has pointed to his attitude as the real reason clubs kept believing he'd go further than his age or route through the leagues suggested. There are players who develop later than others, Rodriguez has said of him. Team-mates and coaches who've worked with Chavarria describe someone who trains at full intensity regardless of results and never uses form or circumstance as an excuse qualities that are harder to put a transfer value on than crosses or clean sheets, but ones Alonso will be counting on all the same. Whether that's enough to make the step up to the Premier League remains the open question. Chavarria has never played outside Spain, and English football's physical demands, particularly around set pieces, are untested territory for him. His old coach's answer to that is simple: at every level he's been asked to play at, he's found a way to meet it.
He came off the bench in a 4-0 win over Bolton. The post Can you name Man Utds XI from Cristiano Ronaldos debut in 2003? appeared first on Planet Football .
10 players Man Utd sold too soon, including Barcelona legend and new Chelsea signing
Hindsight is a wonderful thing and it would've stopped United from selling these players. The post 10 players Man Utd sold too soon, including Barcelona legend and new Chelsea signing appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea sign Chavarria in 16m deal - who is the left-back?
Pep Chavarria joins Chelsea on a five-year deal, having played in the Spanish lower leagues until he was 24.
Can you name all 12 clubs Djibril Cisse played for in his career?
Djibril Cisse was never one to sit still. The post Can you name all 12 clubs Djibril Cisse played for in his career? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every Brazilian to play for Arsenal in the Premier League?
Featuring some names fans will want to forget. The post Can you name every Brazilian to play for Arsenal in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
11 more under-the radar summer transfers you might have missed ft. Real Madrid starlet
Switched off after the World Cup? Let us get you back up to speed. The post 11 more under-the radar summer transfers you might have missed ft. Real Madrid starlet & ex-Leeds duo appeared first on Planet Football .
Sportword: Play daily football word game on Planet Sport
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Cristiano Ronaldo And Georgina Rodriguez Tie The Knot After 10 Years
The couple posted a picture on their Instagram accounts showing their rings.
Everton, Crystal Palace complete Johnson-McNeil swap deal
Johnson has signed a four-year contract with Everton, while McNeil has agreed a deal with Palace until 2030
Durand Cup | NorthEastUnited cruises into the last eight
East Bengal faces Al Arabi test in ACL Two qualifier
The victor of this match will advance to the ACL Two group league stage
Five dream signings Liverpool could make with Jeff Bezos warchest
Liverpool could have money to burn. The post Five dream signings Liverpool could make with Jeff Bezos warchest appeared first on Planet Football .
Is Bruno Fernandes a top 10 Man Utd player of all time?
We recently quizzed Oli on whether he thinks that Bruno Fernandes ranks among the top 10 Manchester United players of all time. The post Is Bruno Fernandes a top 10 Man Utd player of all time? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2015-16?
It was a very unpredictable season. The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2015-16? appeared first on Planet Football .
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Ranking every Premier League club by their wage bill in 2026-27: Arsenal 2nd, Leeds 16th
Who comes out on top? The post Ranking every Premier League club by their wage bill in 2026-27: Arsenal 2nd, Leeds 16th appeared first on Planet Football .
Top 10 highest-paid players in each of the big five European leagues: La Liga tops Premier League
La Liga's biggest stars are better paid than the Premier League's... The post Top 10 highest-paid players in each of the big five European leagues: La Liga tops Premier League appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea face Real Sociedad in WCL third qualifying round with riches at stake
The 12 biggest swap deals in football history: McNeil
Bring back swap deals. They were fun. The post The 12 biggest swap deals in football history: McNeil & Johnson behind some genuine superstars appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to wear the Real Madrid No. 9 shirt since 1992?
Some big names to get here. The post Can you name every player to wear the Real Madrid No. 9 shirt since 1992? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player Mikel Arteta has signed for Arsenal?
Arteta has made some great signings at the Emirates. The post Can you name every player Mikel Arteta has signed for Arsenal? appeared first on Planet Football .
Who is Amit Bhatia? Man leading Bezos, Saverin bid for Liverpool stake
The group is in talks with Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool's controlling owner since 2010, over a significant minority stake in the Premier League club.
Many of these failed to work out. The post Can you name Barcelonas 25 most expensive signings in history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Ranking the 10 right-backs in world football right now: Hakimi, Timber, James
No prizes for guessing who's top. The post Ranking the 10 right-backs in world football right now: Hakimi, Timber, James appeared first on Planet Football .
Ranking the 10 best midfielders in world football: Rodri, Rice, Vitinha
The competition is ridiculously fierce. The post Ranking the 10 best midfielders in world football: Rodri, Rice, Vitinha appeared first on Planet Football .
He'd be their top earner unless he takes a pay cut. The post Comparing Marcus Rashfords wages with every player in Arsenals squad appeared first on Planet Football .
Meet Liverpool's rising star who can only play friendlies
The emergence of teenage defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe has been one of the main storylines of Liverpool's pre-season - but why can the 18-year-old only play friendly matches?
The ideal move: Barcelona captain Ronald Araujo joins Liverpool on loan
Araujo calls Liverpool loan an 'ideal move' after leaving Barcelona
Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo believes he has made an ideal move to Liverpool after his season-long loan from Barcelona was confirmed on Monday. The 27-year-old Araujo has taken a pay cut to facilitate the move. Liverpool has an option to buy him for a pre-agreed price - reportedly 47 million pounds ($63 million) - should the move prove successful. It was the ideal move for me at this stage in my career. It was a move that was necessary for me to take, Araujo told the club website. As soon as I heard that interest from Liverpool, everything went into action really, really quickly. I'm super happy to be here and excited to get started. Defense was an area which needed strengthening following the departure of Ibrahima Konate at the conclusion of his contract and the ongoing injury issues at right back. Liverpool believe Araujo's experience - he was named Barcelona captain in January - is important and, significantly, he is up to speed having been involved in the Catalans' ...
Arajo calls Liverpool loan an ideal move after leaving Barcelona on pay-cut deal
Uruguay defender Ronald Arajo believes he has made an ideal move to Liverpool after his season-long loan from Barcelona was confirmed
Carabao Cup second-round draw: Chelsea host Luton, Forest at home to Leeds
Paris Saint-Germain strengthens defence by signing left back Lucas Digne from Aston Villa
Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain has strengthened its defense by signing left back Lucas Digne from Aston Villa on a three-year contract
Liverpool sign Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan: Details here
Liverpool have announced the signing of defender Ronald Araujo from Barcelona.
UEFA, Concacaf, AFC keep pressure on Gianni Infantino to resign
UEFA (Europe), Concacaf (North America, Central America and the Caribbean) and the AFC (Asia) joined together to release an open letter signed by the president and general secretary of each organisation
Liverpool complete signing of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan
Liverpool complete signing of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan
Liverpool sign Araujo on loan from Barcelona
Liverpool sign Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to buy.
Durand Cup | Mohun Bagansteamrollers CISF Protectors to top group, enters the last eight
England, Bayern Munich Star Harry Kane Set To Receive 'Golden Shoe' Award
England and Bayern Munich star Harry Kane is set to receive the prestigious Golden Shoe honour for emerging as the top scorer in European football for the 2025-26 season
Jordan Nobbs ready to wrap wishlist with Newcastle WSL dream:
Should Liverpool fans be worried about Iraola's fitness comments?
Should Liverpool fans be worried about Andoni Iraola's comments concerning the squad's fitness?
Championship net spend table of 2026-27: West Ham top after huge sales
Money talks but teams have to be careful about balancing the books. The post Championship net spend table of 2026-27: West Ham top after huge sales appeared first on Planet Football .
Julian Alvarez to Barcelona has seen us reach new horizons in Spanish journalist transfer insanity
Football in 2026, eh? It's all gone a bit weird. The post Julian Alvarez to Barcelona has seen us reach new horizons in Spanish journalist transfer insanity appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2014-15?
We're expecting high scores. The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals in 2014-15? appeared first on Planet Football .
Consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances talks for Liverpool stake
A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.
Consortium including Jeff Bezos nears deal to buy one-third stake in Liverpool
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Amazon Founder Bezos Nears Deal To Buy Stake in Liverpool: Report
The investor group also includes Eduardo Saverin, the Facebook co-founder, the reports said
Mbappe and Haaland took their time. The post The top goalscorers for club & country in 2026 so far: Kane miles clear but Mbappe rising appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the top 50 goalscorers across Europe
A mammoth quiz, this one. Good luck. The post Can you name the top 50 goalscorers across Europes major leagues since 2000? appeared first on Planet Football .
Premier League 2026-27 preview No 2: Aston Villa
Believe We Can Build Something Special Together: Chelsea Manager Xabi Alonso
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso shared his thoughts on taking charge at Stamford Bridge, his vision for the club, and the importance of having enough time to prepare during the pre-season
The Timing Feels Right For Both Chelsea And Me: Xabi Alonso
A new chapter begins at Stamford Bridge as Xabi Alonso takes over as Chelsea manager, bringing with him a reputation for progressive football and the ambition to guide the Blues back to competing for the biggest trophies
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Xabi Alonso embraces challenge of building Chelsea project
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We're expecting high scores on this one. The post Can you name Arsenals 25 most expensive signings in history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Mourinho declined Manchester United manager role in 2013 to rejoin Chelsea
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The highest-paid Premier League XI of 2026-27: Haaland, Saka, Fernandes
Players from four different clubs feature. The post The highest-paid Premier League XI of 2026-27: Haaland, Saka, Fernandes appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the 30 most expensive transfers between Premier League clubs?
This is nowhere near as easy as it sounds. The post Can you name the 30 most expensive transfers between Premier League clubs? appeared first on Planet Football .
How Liverpool are shaping up under Iraola
Four pre-season games is a very small sample, but Andoni Iraola is starting to put his stamp on Liverpool. So how are the Reds shaping up under their new boss?
Lucas Digne completes permanent move to PSG from Aston Villa
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