Robert Huth names his ultimate teammates XI!
We recently caught up with former Chelsea and Leicester City defender Robert Huth, who gave his dream teammates XI from his illustrious career. The post Robert Huth names his ultimate teammates XI! appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Crystal Palace?
Some memorable cult players make this list. The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Crystal Palace? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every club to have played in the Bundesliga since 2000?
Forty clubs to get in 15 minutes. The post Can you name every club to have played in the Bundesliga since 2000? appeared first on Planet Football .
Rodri debuts with Barcelona in win over Athletic; Chelsea defeats Luton in League Cup
Barcelona's match was supposed to feature a tribute to Spain's World Cup champions but instead it became an act of support for the estelada flag, Catalonia's pro-independence symbol
A couple are likely to catch you out. The post Can you name the Bundesligas top scorer for every season since 2005-06? appeared first on Planet Football .
The top 10 Champions League fixtures you cannot miss
With the draw done, here's 10 of the best fixtures to get in front of the TV for. The post The top 10 Champions League fixtures you cannot miss appeared first on Planet Football .
Most money spent by clubs promoted to Premier League as Ipswich close in on record
Ipswich are spending plenty of money but does that always mean survival in the Premier League? The post Most money spent by clubs promoted to Premier League as Ipswich close in on record appeared first on Planet Football .
Full marks are very gettable. The post Can you name Man Citys top 30 Premier League appearance makers? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every English club to compete in the Europa League?
There are 24 to get, and we're expecting 100%. The post Can you name every English club to compete in the Europa League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Every club in Europe ranked by their 2026-27 wage bill: Real Madrid
The top 10 will surprise nobody. The post Every club in Europe ranked by their 2026-27 wage bill: Real Madrid & Man City top two appeared first on Planet Football .
Emi Martinez to Chelsea? Blues reportedly agree
Martinez is expected to sign a two-year deal with an option for another season
Danny Welbeck leads Chelsea past Luton as Fern
Madrid, Aug 27 (IANS) Chelseas 20-year-old Senegal international central defender Mamadou Sarr says he is very happy to be joining Real Sociedad on loan. Sarr was asked about the move to San Sebastian on Thursday ahead of his medical tests with the La Liga side, and he was accompanied by Real Sociedads sporting director Erik []
Chelsea FC complete another big sale with Liam Delap exit
Nottingham Forest have signed striker Liam Delap from Chelsea in a club-record deal.
Ranking the top 10 highest net spends in summer 2026: Tottenham ahead of Real Madrid
It won't surprise anyone to see Chelsea at the top of this list. The post Ranking the top 10 highest net spends in summer 2026: Tottenham ahead of Real Madrid appeared first on Planet Football .
Forest Break Club Record to Snap Up Delap From Chelsea
Nottingham Forest have signed Liam Delap from Chelsea for a reported club-record 45 million, with the striker agreeing to a five-year contract.
Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 2010s games?
You should be getting full marks here. The post Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 2010s games? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the 15 most expensive Brazilian footballers of all time?
Some names feature more than once. The post Can you name the 15 most expensive Brazilian footballers of all time? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every Premier League captain in 2026-27?
Harder than you might expect. The post Can you name every Premier League captain in 2026-27? appeared first on Planet Football .
Comparing how long it took Kylian Mbappe to reach 100 Real Madrid G+A with Cristiano Ronaldo
Kylian Mbappe crossed the milestone after a hat-trick in Real Madrid's first home game of the season. The post Comparing how long it took Kylian Mbappe to reach 100 Real Madrid G+A with Cristiano Ronaldo appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every Champions League team in 2026-27?
Teams from 16 countries will play in the League Phase. The post Can you name every Champions League team in 2026-27? appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea in talks to sign Atalanta defender Ahanor
Chelsea are in talks to sign 18-year-old Atalanta and Italy defender Honest Ahanor for 34.3m.
Can you name the 15 most expensive African signings in Premier League history?
You should get full marks here. The post Can you name the 15 most expensive African signings in Premier League history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Sportword: Play daily football word game on Planet Sport
Play Planet Football's answer to Wordle. The post Sportword: Play daily football word game on Planet Sport appeared first on Planet Football .
Anthony Andrews appointed India U17 women's assistant coach
Anthony Andrews also serves as head coach of East Bengal FC and will continue to hold that position too
Debutant Malard breaks Chelsea duck after Real Sociedad threaten WCL shock
This would be a coup for Chelsea. The post Comparing Emiliano Martinezs current wages with the rest of Chelseas squad appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea in talks with Emiliano Mart
Can you name the top 20 currently active Premier League assist makers?
Full marks will be trickier than you expect. The post Can you name the top 20 currently active Premier League assist makers? appeared first on Planet Football .
Brighton have sold some big players in recent years. The post Can you name Brightons 10 most expensive sales in history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 2000s games?
Featuring some big characters. The post Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 2000s games? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every Man Utd manager
How many can you name? The post Can you name every Man Utd managers most expensive signing since 1992? appeared first on Planet Football .
The 10 highest-paid new Premier League signings of 2026-27: Tielemans, Tonali
Nothing tempts a new signing quite like gigantic wages. The post The 10 highest-paid new Premier League signings of 2026-27: Tielemans, Tonali appeared first on Planet Football .
This might cause more problems than you'd expect. The post Can you name Man Utds 25 most expensive signings in history? appeared first on Planet Football .
LASK loss straight in at number one... The post Ranking Celtics 7 worst European defeats since 2000 after LASK humiliation appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every PFA Young Player of the Year in the Premier League era?
How many can you name? The post Can you name every PFA Young Player of the Year in the Premier League era? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every PFA Player of the Year in the Premier League era?
There have been 26 different winners. The post Can you name every PFA Player of the Year in the Premier League era? appeared first on Planet Football .
Man Utd's midfield spending is done - now for a left-back?
After spending 155m on three midfielders, now Manchester United must decide whether to try to buy a left-back
Baleba completes 70m Man Utd move from Brighton
Manchester United sign Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton in a 70m deal.
Ranking the 10 best players never picked for the PFA Team of the Year: Modric, Zola
We cant believe these guys never made the cut. The post Ranking the 10 best players never picked for the PFA Team of the Year: Modric, Zola appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name an Aston Villa player from all of these nations?
We recently put Dan, our in-house Aston Villa fan, to the test with this Aston Villa nations quiz! The post Can you name an Aston Villa player from all of these nations? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every club to have won the League Cup?
One or two names might catch you out. The post Can you name every club to have won the League Cup? appeared first on Planet Football .
5 Liverpool players Jamie Carragher has criticised after Florian Wirtz reaction
Wirtz is in the firing line but is not the first Liverpool player Carragher has targeted. The post 5 Liverpool players Jamie Carragher has criticised after Florian Wirtz reaction appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the top 20 currently active Premier League appearance makers?
Several stalwarts to name here. The post Can you name the top 20 currently active Premier League appearance makers? appeared first on Planet Football .
Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 1990s games?
Some iconic names in here. The post Which 25 Premier League managers took charge of the most 1990s games? appeared first on Planet Football .
Some big successes, and a few flops too. The post Can you name Tottenhams 25 most expensive signings in history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the 25 highest-paid players in the Premier League?
Players from five different clubs feature. The post Can you name the 25 highest-paid players in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
5 Robert Sanchez replacements that Chelsea MUST target after latest howlers
Chelsea fans are pleading with the club to make a signing. The post 5 Robert Sanchez replacements that Chelsea MUST target after latest howlers appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every goalkeeper to play for Chelsea in the Premier League?
From the sublime to the ridiculous. The post Can you name every goalkeeper to play for Chelsea in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every Chelsea player to score on their Premier League debut?
Morgan Rogers is the latest. The post Can you name every Chelsea player to score on their Premier League debut? appeared first on Planet Football .
This would be a huge signing. The post Comparing Julian Alvarezs current wages with the rest of Arsenals squad appeared first on Planet Football .
Morgan Rogers scores on Chelsea debut as Blues beat Fulham; Roma hammers Fiorentina in Serie A
Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 with the aid of a strike from club record signing Morgan Rogers
Lalrindikas hat-trick powers East Bengal to Durand Cup glory
Christos Tzolis shines as Arsenal start title defence with a bang
After ending a 22-year wait for the Premier League title, Arsenal showed why it's favoured to repeat as champion by completely dominating Coventry
FIFA slaps Argentina with fines, bans over World Cup final
The FIFA Disciplinary Committee also fined Paredes $90,000 for sparking a post-match brawl after Spains 1-0 victory in extra time on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
FOOTBALL | New bosses, new order the Premier League landscape is unpredictable
A new era begins is the operative phrase ahead of the 2026-27 season as five of the Big Six clubs come in with a different manager compared to day one of the previous campaign
Messi scores first goal since father's death as Inter Miami draws with Philadelphia Union
Messi paid an emotional tribute to his father, Jorge, last week, saying he did not know how to continue without him
Durand Cup: East Bengal sneaks into the final
Arumainayagamelated withArjunaAward (Lifetime) honour
East Bengal drawn in tough group in ACL Two
A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantinos World Cup sell-off plan
FIFAs chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, has reportedly left his role weeks after accusing president Gianni Infantino of deceiving staff with a World Cup sell-off plan
Durand Cup: Bagan edges Jamshedpur on penalties, books semifinal spot
Barcelona land Ballon dOr winner Rodri from Manchester City
Barcelona has agreed to sign Manchester City's Rodri in a significant deal. The club's third offer secured the player's move after previous attempts failed. Rodri is expected to arrive soon and could be presented before Wednesday's match. Fullback Joao Cancelo is also set to return to Barcelona. The team is also seeking a striker after recent player departures.
Arsenal humbles Man City 3-0 to win Community Shield
New City boss Enzo Maresca suffers defeat in his first game in charge; Calafiori, Havertz and Odegaard score for Arsenal
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says Sports Departments preliminary inquiry into the failed bid to bring Messi to Kerala during the previous LDF governments tenure revealed very serious allegations
Atletico Madrid sign Spurs captain Cristian Romero
British media reported Atletico paid around 34.2 million ($46.27 million) for the 28-year-old.
Jimmy Rimmer, European Cup winner with Man United and Aston Villa, dies at age 78
Two-time European Cup-winning goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer has died at age 78; he was at United from 1965-74 and then had three years at Arsenal before playing for Villa from 1977-83
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
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 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
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.
Chelsea Signs Chavarria as Replacement Left Back For Cucurella
Chelsea now has another Spaniard at left back, with Chavarria signing a deal until 2031
Cristiano Ronaldo And Georgina Rodriguez Tie The Knot After 10 Years
The couple posted a picture on their Instagram accounts showing their rings.
Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji to have surgery for a ruptured ACL in his right knee
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
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.
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
Barcelona turn down PSG offer for Torres
According to Spanish media reports, Torres, scorer of the winning goal in the 2026 World Cup final, has agreed to join PSG and his former national team coach Luis Enrique
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
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
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
Xabi Alonso embraces challenge of building Chelsea project
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Mourinho declined Manchester United manager role in 2013 to rejoin Chelsea
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