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• League titles for Antrim and Cavan ladies

  13-04-2025 21:31 via bbc.com
  
  Bronagh Devlin scored four of Antrim's points [Getty Images]Antrim beat fellow Ulster county Fermanagh by a score of 2-07 to 0-11 in the Ladies National Football League Division Four final, while Cavan claimed the third-tier crown with victory over Wexford.The Saffrons were two points behind in the 52nd minute when replacement Aoibhinn Monaghan found the net to turn the final on its head in Clones.After the sides traded points in the opening minutes Maria O'Neill had found the net for Antrim.But
  
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• Aston Villa should be Premier League title contenders next season

  22-04-2025 16:28 via nbcsports.com
  
  BIRMINGHAM — When you say it out loud it sounds a bit wild but when you think about it, it really isn’t: Aston Villa should be Premier League title contenders next season. Even the most ardent Villa supporter may raise an eyebrow at that statement, but why? Days after beating PSG in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg (bowing out narrowly 5-4 on aggregate) they battered fellow Champions League chasers Newcastle 4-1. And they could have scored way more. The confidence and pos
  
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• PROFILE | Casper Jander: Why the German prospect is a match for Borussia Dortmund

  22-04-2025 16:06 via getfootballnewsgermany.com
  PROFILE | Casper Jander: Why the German prospect is a match for Borussia DortmundWith the Bundesliga season’s close now well within sight as we enter the end of April, clubs will be looking more intently at potential moves they can and will be making in the upcoming transfer market. Borussia Dortmund is certainly one club that will be looking to this upcoming summer window to help right the ship after a very underwhelming season domestically. Depending on Dortmund’s eventual lea
  
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• Man United have sent scouts to watch £63m star

  22-04-2025 15:50 via eplindex.com
  
  Man United have sent scouts to watch £63m starMan Utd Lead Goalkeeper Search as Interest in Porto Star GrowsScouting mission underlines serious intentManchester United are stepping up efforts to secure a long-term solution between the posts, with Diogo Costa emerging as the first-choice target to replace André Onana. According to CM Jornal, the club have already deployed scouts to monitor the FC Porto goalkeeper in action, specifically during their recent match against Famalic&atild
  
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• Analysis: Liverpool’s Low Block Struggles Resurface Again

  22-04-2025 15:50 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Analysis: Liverpool’s Low Block Struggles Resurface AgainLiverpool Show Tactical Grit Against LeicesterLiverpool took another significant step towards reclaiming the Premier League title with a narrow 1-0 win over Leicester City, but the performance laid bare a number of tactical dilemmas Arne Slot must solve. While the result places the Reds within touching distance of glory, the manner of the win raises fresh questions—especially with a potentially title-clinching clash against Tot
  
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• ‘I understand the concern of our fans’ Besnik Hasi already under pressure at Anderlecht after poor play-off start

  22-04-2025 15:48 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  ‘I understand the concern of our fans’ Besnik Hasi already under pressure at Anderlecht after poor play-off startEyebrows were raised when Anderlecht announced that Besnik Hasi would return to manage the side for the play-offs and the cup final. The head coach had earlier this year been sacked by KV Mechelen after a poor run of form, but somehow managed to find himself in charge of steering Anderlecht into Europe and winning them the cup. It is safe to say that things have not gone t
  
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• “It’s all good fun!” – Manchester City summer target jokes transfer fee is going down with every shot in training

  22-04-2025 15:45 via cityxtra.co.uk
  “It’s all good fun!” – Manchester City summer target jokes transfer fee is going down with every shot in trainingA reported summer transfer target for Manchester City appears very relaxed over the remarkable sums that are being mentioned in the media ahead of the summer market.That concerns the future of Southampton’s highly-rated prospect Tyler Dibling, who has emerged as a leading star in a season of disappointment for the side recently relegated from the Premier
  
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• Vazquez and Modric start| Predicted Real Madrid line-up against Getafe

  22-04-2025 15:37 via madridvoice.com
  Vazquez and Modric start| Predicted Real Madrid line-up against GetafeReal Madrid will be looking for their third successive win in La Liga when they face Getafe at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez on matchday 33 of the Spanish top flight on Wednesday. After a last-gasp success against Athletic Bilbao, Carlo Ancelotti will hope his side can have a more comfortable outing against their crosstown opponents before Saturday’s Copa del Rey final against Barcelona.Los Blancos will be without Dani Carv
  
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• Inter-Roma moved to 27 April

  22-04-2025 15:36 via romapress.net
  Inter-Roma moved to 27 AprilThe death of Pope Francis has revolutionized, for the umpteenth time in recent years, the Serie A calendar.On Easter Monday the four scheduled matches were postponed to tomorrow, while it was announced that the matches scheduled for Saturday will be played on another date due to the pontiff’s funeral scheduled for the same day.According to gazzetta.it, the match between Inter and Roma at the San Siro will take place on Sunday 27 April, the day after the one orig
  
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• Getafe vs Real Madrid: Match preview

  22-04-2025 15:35 via madridvoice.com
  Getafe vs Real Madrid: Match previewReal Madrid continue their fight with Barcelona for La Liga on matchday 33 of the competition on Wednesday as they visit the Coliseum Alfonso Perez to take on Getafe. The Whites come into the game with their morale high, thanks to a hard fought 1-0 win over Athletic Bilbao at the weekend.In Getafe, Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be up against one of the division’s best defensive sides. As a matter of fact, their record of goals against is better than
  
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• Slegers wins Manager of the Month again as McCabe wins Goal of the Month

  22-04-2025 15:31 via dailycannon.com
  
  Slegers wins Manager of the Month again as McCabe wins Goal of the MonthRenée Slegers has been named Barclays Manager of the Month for March, her second consecutive win, after guiding Arsenal Women to four wins from four.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesThe unbeaten run included dominant victories over Liverpool (4-0), Everton (3-1), and Crystal Palace (4-0), plus a dramatic 4-3 comeback against West Ham United.Since taking charge in October 2024, Slegers has led Arsenal to more goals,
  
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• Federico Valverde remains crucial as Real Madrid continue to pursue Barcelona in the league race

  22-04-2025 15:30 via madridvoice.com
  Federico Valverde remains crucial as Real Madrid continue to pursue Barcelona in the league raceReal Madrid were not in the best of spirits as they faced Athletic Club in their La Liga matchday 32 game last Sunday. The Merengues had been eliminated from the UEFA Champions League at the quarter-final stage only a few days before this game, and the mood in the dressing room and the fans was rather glum.However, they could not have allowed their low spirits to keep them from competing against one o
  
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• 'Job isn't done yet' - how might United's run-in pan out?

  22-04-2025 15:29 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]With the final fixtures set to get under way, us United fans know the next five games will define what's been a solid return to top-flight football.Sitting fourth in the Premiership, there's pride in what's been achieved so far but we're under no illusions that the job isn't done yet.It starts with a massive lunchtime fixture as we host Celtic. The champions-elect are flying – 26 wins, a ridiculous goal difference and, let's face it, a dominant record over us in recent years.But stran
  
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• 🎥 OTD 2013: Van Persie wonder strike leads United to EPL title

  22-04-2025 15:28 via onefootball.com
  
  🎥 OTD 2013: Van Persie wonder strike leads United to EPL titleRobin van Persie had a knack for producing the spectacular in the Premier League. One of his best individual seasons came in 2012/13, where he scored 26 goals, helping the Red Devils to reclaim the title from fierce rivals Man City.The Dutch striker also provided Old Trafford with some memorable moments during that campaign, including a first-half hat-trick against Aston Villa in April, which cinched the title for Alex Fe
  
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• The midfield issue that needs addressed

  22-04-2025 15:26 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]This weekend Dundee return to Tynecastle for the third time this season. It's the toughest possible start to the split, but also the perfect chance to make a statement.I can only assume the Hearts camp is deflated following their Scottish Cup semi-final defeat to Aberdeen in extra time.The Dark Blues have a point to prove - the past three meetings with the Jambos have all ended in defeat. I'm hoping we go to Edinburgh fired up to do ourselves justice.Goalscoring midfielders seem to be a dyi
  
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• Chelsea transfer news: Blues join Man United and Man City in race to sign £64.5m goalkeeper

  22-04-2025 15:25 via caughtoffside.com
  Chelsea transfer news: Blues join Man United and Man City in race to sign £64.5m goalkeeperChelsea are set to have a busy summer transfer window once again in order to strengthen their squad.Enzo Maresca made some high-profile signings like Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, Jadon Sancho and others in the summer transfer window last year.The Blues had an impressive start to the season but since the start of this year, they have failed to fulfill their potential and are currently fighting to finish in
  
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• UPDATE – Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 29: PSG take on Nantes in postponed fixture

  22-04-2025 15:20 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  UPDATE – Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 29: PSG take on Nantes in postponed fixtureLigue 1 Predictions, Round 29GFFN editor-in-chief  Luke Entwistle and GFFN’s  Raphaël Jucobin face off in our Ligue 1 predictions competition. It’s three points for a correct score, two points for a correct score difference, and one point for a correct result. Who will come out on top at the end of the season?SCORESRaphaël: 168Luke: 194Game of t
  
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• Oranje U17 manager Peter van den Berg to leave the KNVB after this season

  22-04-2025 15:20 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Oranje U17 manager Peter van den Berg to leave the KNVB after this seasonThe KNVB and Peter van den Berg have decided in mutual consultation to end their collaboration after this season. Van den Berg fulfilled a combined function as coach of OranjeU17 and teacher at the KNVB Academy.Via the KNVB website, director of football Nigel de Jong spoke highly: “We are grateful to Peter for his great commitment and professionalism for the boys. In a short time, he has made a valuable contribution t
  
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• Capello unconvinced by Conte’s latest claims but changes title prediction

  22-04-2025 15:19 via football-italia.net
  Capello unconvinced by Conte’s latest claims but changes title predictionFabio Capello believes Napoli are now the favourites to win the Scudetto, although Antonio Conte’s latest claims left him ‘perplexed.’The Serie A title race is heating up as Napoli and Inter are level on 71 points with just five games remaining.The Partenopei beat Monza 1-0 on Saturday, but Conte shocked the environment with some controversial statements, to which Aurelio De Laurentiis replied.&ldquo
  
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• Official: Real Madrid squad list to face Getafe

  22-04-2025 15:17 via madriduniversal.com
  
  Official: Real Madrid squad list to face GetafeReal Madrid are set to take on Getafe on Wednesday, in what will be their final league game before they take on Barcelona in the Copa Del Rey final.Securing all three points could be crucial for Los Blancos if they are to remain alive in the race for the league title.Heading into this important clash, Real Madrid have announced their final squad which will take on Getafe.The defence remains a big concern for Los Blancos, with the squad consisting on
  
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• Official: Barcelona squad list to face Mallorca | La Liga GW33

  22-04-2025 15:10 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Official: Barcelona squad list to face Mallorca | La Liga GW33FC Barcelona are set to lock horns with Mallorca later tonight, as Hansi Flick looks to maintain his team’s four-point lead at the top of the table.With the Copa Del Rey final due to be played on Saturday, many are expecting Flick to ring in the changes against a Mallorca side which will be looking to capitalise on a relatively weaker Barcelona starting eleven.Nevertheless, Barcelona have announced their official squad heading i
  
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• Report – Inter Milan & Napoli In Race With AC Milan To Sign €40M Rated Italy & Torino Star

  22-04-2025 15:09 via sempreinter.com
  Report – Inter Milan & Napoli In Race With AC Milan To Sign €40M Rated Italy & Torino StarInter Milan and Napoli are ready to rival AC Milan for the signature of in-demand Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci.Per Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Turin outfit is open to selling the 23-year-old in the coming months.Samuele Ricci has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting midfield prospects.Therefore, several top Serie A clubs, including Milan, Inter, and Napoli, have shown int
  
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• “A bit of a free run” – Journalist claims Liverpool are the frontrunners to sign PL star

  22-04-2025 15:08 via caughtoffside.com
  “A bit of a free run” – Journalist claims Liverpool are the frontrunners to sign PL starLiverpool have been backed to complete the signing of Premier League defender early in the summer.The Reds are looking to sign a new central defender despite Virgil Van Dijk signing a new contract at the club.The Premier League leaders are expected to be busy in the summer to strengthen their squad having spent little money in the last two transfer windows.With the club being on the verge of
  
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• Three options for Inter-Roma to be played in next days

  22-04-2025 15:07 via romapress.net
  Three options for Inter-Roma to be played in next daysThe postponement of the match between Inter and Roma, initially scheduled for Saturday 26 April, is now certain. The decision came after the official announcement of Pope Francis’ funeral, which will be held on Saturday in Rome. Now, Lega Serie A is working to find a new date for the recovery of the match at San Siro, taking into account the Nerazzurri’s European and Coppa Italia commitments. As reported by Il Corriere dello Sport
  
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• Wales international Wynne suffers fresh ACL injury

  22-04-2025 15:03 via bbc.com
  
  Megan Wynne played for Watford, Millwall, Tottenham Hotspur, Bristol City, Charlton Athletic and Southampton before her move to Australia [Getty Images]Wales international Megan Wynne has promised to "get through, just like I did before" as she faces up to the second knee surgery of her career.The 32-year-old forward has confirmed she suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in Perth Glory's final game of the season on Friday.Wynne joined the A-League side on a two-year contract in Au
  
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• A former City full-back could be available this summer so would Manchester City bring him back?

  22-04-2025 15:03 via esteemedkompany.com
  A former City full-back could be available this summer so would Manchester City bring him back?As Manchester City continue their bid on the pitch tonight against Aston Villa to qualify for next season’s Champions League, the club’s hierarchy is busy planning for a busy summer. There will be players who leave the club as part of City’s rebuild. Those departures will cater for the arrival of players to strengthen a host of positions in Pep Guardiola’s squad.One position tha
  
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• Grieving AZ Alkmaar: missing out on KNVB Cup leaves ‘Very deep wound’

  22-04-2025 15:00 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Grieving AZ Alkmaar: missing out on KNVB Cup leaves ‘Very deep wound’AZ were one minute away from winning the cup and participating in the Europa League. However, the club from Alkmaar completely gave it away at De Kuip, due in large part to a strange handball by Peer Koopmeiners. Go Ahead Eagles came right back into the match from the spot and eventually even won. “This causes a very deep wound”, Koopmeiners reflected afterwards. The midfielder felt himself being pulled
  
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• Conceiçao: Milan motivation doesn’t come from ruining Inter’s treble dreams

  22-04-2025 14:55 via football-italia.net
  Conceiçao: Milan motivation doesn’t come from ruining Inter’s treble dreamsSergio Conceiçao insists Milan’s motivation doesn’t come from ruining Inter’s possible treble but will only discuss the Rossoneri’s journey at the end of the season.Milan will meet city rivals Inter on Wednesday in the second leg of the Coppa Italia semifinals.The Rossoneri sit 9th in the Serie A table and it’s practically impossible for them to reach a Champions Lea
  
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• Predicted Teams Barcelona-RCD Mallorca: How much will Hansi Flick rotate before Copa del Rey final?

  22-04-2025 14:54 via football-espana.net
  Predicted Teams Barcelona-RCD Mallorca: How much will Hansi Flick rotate before Copa del Rey final?Barcelona will be desperate to apply further pressure on Real Madrid in La Liga on Tuesday night at 21:30 CEST, as they face RCD Mallorca, who are fighting for a European spot. However with a Copa del Rey final against Los Blancos on Saturday in Seville, Hansi Flick will have some tough decisions on his hands.Originally the German manager was tipped to make significant changes for this game, after
  
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• Vice-Captain Delivers: Trent’s Return Seals Vital Win for Liverpool

  22-04-2025 14:50 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Vice-Captain Delivers: Trent’s Return Seals Vital Win for LiverpoolLiverpool 1 – 0 Leicester – The PostmortemWith Arsenal’s 4-0 win at Ipswich earlier in the day cutting Liverpool’s lead to ten points, the pressure was on Arne Slot’s men to respond. A trip to the King Power Stadium on Easter Sunday would never be a simple task—especially with Leicester fighting to avoid relegation—but Liverpool dug deep and found their moment, thanks to a Scouser o
  
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