Kick Off: Gerrard set for Villa job; Jorginho says Ballon d'Or's more than goals

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Top Headlines

Jorginho says the Ballon d'Or winner should NOT only be based on goals

Chelsea and Italy star Jorginho insists the Ballon d'Or prize for the world's best player should not just be based on the amount of individual goals.

Steven Gerrard set for Liverpool audition with Aston Villa move

Aston Villa will in all likelihood hire Steven Gerrard as the club's new manager before the end of the week, and the former Liverpool midfielder will be able to use his time with the Premier League club as the perfect audition for the Anfield job in the future.

PSG Women star in custody on allegations of hiring men to injure her teammate

Paris Saint-Germain Women midfielder Aminata Diallo has been arrested after allegedly hiring two men to attack and injure team-mate Kheira Hamraoui.

These Things Happen

Liverpool confirm sporting director Michael Edwards WILL leave the club

Michael Edwards, Liverpool’s influential sporting director, will leave his post at the end of the season after the club conceded he will not sign a new contract.

Cristiano Ronaldo owns the world's most expensive watch - A £370,000 Rolex

Cristiano Ronaldo is the proud owner of what is thought to be the world's most expensive watch, priced at an outrageous £371,000.

Messi & Ramos' relationship: You can't erase 10 years of Clasicos just like that

Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos both left Spanish football to join Paris Saint-Germain, but the former Barcelona and Real Madrid captains have not yet developed a close relationship in the dressing room.

Antonio Conte bans ketchup and mayonnaise from Tottenham

Antonio Conte has not hesitated in making sweeping changes in his first week as Tottenham manager, even banning ketchup and mayonnaise and telling his players they are overweight.

Declan Rice OUT of England's World Cup qualifiers squad due to illness

Gareth Southgate has been dealt another key midfield blow after Declan Rice dropped out of the England squad through illness.

Pique's planned TV interview is 'cancelled' after Xavi became new Barcelona boss

Xavi was unveiled as Barcelona's new boss this week and has already begun to make changes, leading to Gerard Pique reportedly cancelling a TV interview.

Phil Foden shares throwback picture with Emile Smith Rowe after England reunion

Manchester City star Phil Foden has shared a retro image of him and Emile Smith Rowe, following the Arsenal youngster's first call-up to the senior side.

Technical director Ramon Planes asks to leave Barcelona

Barcelona’s technical director Ramon Planes has asked to leave the club immediately. He believes his cycle there is over and he wants to look for a new challenge in his career.

Portugal's Bernardo Silva out of WCQ vs Republic of Ireland due to injury

Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva will miss Thursday's World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland due to "muscle issues".

What They Say

Ian Wright insists Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has 'reached his level' at Manchester United

Ian Wright believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has 'reached his level' as a manager at Manchester United.

Ancelotti: I don't want Italy job

Carlo Ancelotti says he is not interested in taking over the Italy national team or coaching any other international side.

Tite: We want to help rescue the Liverpool Coutinho

Brazil coach Tite is not giving up on Philippe Coutinho.

Pogba sends message to Manchester United fans

Paul Pogba suffered a serious injury while away with France on international duty, a blow that will rule him out until 2022.

Smith Rowe: Tottenham wanted me, but I‘m an Arsenal fan

Arsenal attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe has revealed that Tottenham attempted to sign him a few years ago.

In-Depth

Ferguson, Guardiola, Wenger, Mourinho and Klopp - who is the best in the EPL?

The Premier League has been blessed with hordes of talented managers over the years, with the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp all having claims to be the best.

How things have changed at Man Utd in Cristiano Ronaldo's 12-year absence

During one of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 20 defeats at Old Trafford, the opposition dug-out were puzzled when he stayed in his seat as Manchester United fell behind, and amused when one of his staff entered the technical area instead to bellow 'Wakey wakey'.

Fixture of the Day

WCQ Europe R9
Malta vs Croatia 2021/11/11 21:45 UTC

Greece vs Spain 2021/11/11 21:45 UTC

Germany vs Liechtenstein 2021/11/11 21:45 UTC

Republic of Ireland vs Portugal 2021/11/11 21:45 UTC