Kick Off: Lloris extends contract with Tottenham; Vermaelen announces retirement

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AFCON 2022 Round of 16: teams, dates, times, fixtures

After a slow start, the Africa Cup of Nations exploded into life this week with the shock elimination of Ghana and reigning champions Algeria.

Copa del Rey 2021/22 quarter-final draw: Athletic vs Real Madrid

Copa del Rey's quarter-final draw results have been announced.

Ex-Arsenal star Vermaelen retires aged 36 & will be Belgium assistant manager

FORMER Arsenal star Thomas Vermaelen has announced his retirement - and is poised to be named Belgium assistant manager.

OFFICIAL: Torrenham's captain Lloris has signed a new contract with Spurs

Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at the club until 2024.

These Things Happen

OFFICIAL: Marcelo handed three match ban in Copa del Rey

The Competition Committee has handed a three-game ban to Real Madrid defender Marcelo following his red card against Elche in the Copa del Rey.

Ex-Milan and Man City striker Robinho on Interpol list after rape conviction

Former Milan and Manchester City striker Robinho will be on an Interpol list for immediate arrest and extradition if he leaves Brazil, but Italy will ask for him to see out his nine-year rape conviction in his homeland.

Kroos left stunned after being given a yellow card for a 'ghost tackle'

Toni Kroos was left reeling after the Real Madrid midfielder picked up a yellow card for a 'ghost tackle' on Elche's Tete Morente in their Copa del Rey victory on Thursday.

Cristiano Ronaldo pay cut could see the end of time at Manchester United

Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Manchester United could be thrown further into doubt as he is set to receive a pay cut at Old Trafford.

Ronaldo hold talks with Man City in 2021 & worried about a starting place

Via The Athletic, Ronaldo has had contact with Man City representatives, but an agreement wasn't reached for his concern of a place in the starting XI.

What They Say

Oscar confirms talks with Barca & is willing to take cut in £540,000-a-week wage

Brazilian forward Oscar, who left Chelsea for China in the January transfer window of 2017, has confirmed discussions have been held between Barcelona and his representatives regarding a return to Europe.

Man Utd stars told to "shut up" and "listen" to Ronaldo by former teammate Saha

Manchester United's players should "shut up" and "listen" to Cristiano Ronaldo, according to former teammate Louis Saha.

Tuchel responds to Chelsea's Dembele transfer links: We are not in close contact

Thomas Tuchel has been quizzed on Chelsea’s reported interest in Ousmane Dembele after a player he knows well was told that he can complete a January transfer away from Barcelona.

Jamie Carragher reveals Lionel Messi called him a 'donkey' on Instagram

Jamie Carragher has revealed Lionel Messi called him a 'donkey' after he suggested the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner was not a smart signing for Paris Saint-Germain earlier this season.

Sancho's camp 'unhappy' with Rangnick comments on Man Utd winger

Ralf Rangnick may now have another unhappy Manchester United star on his hands after his comments about Jadon Sancho's struggles this term.

In-Depth

Ranking the 5 highest-paid players at Real Madrid currently (2022)

Real Madrid are one of the richest football clubs in the world (fifth as per Forbes 2021 list, with a rough valuation of €4.19 billion). They have a long-standing tradition of making expensive marquee signings.

5 Players who are having the most underrated campaigns in Europe season 21-22

Every week, football fans all across the world watch and cheer on their favorite teams. 

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Healthy diet! Haaland captured signing for a fan while eating a raw carrot

Fixture of the Day

EPL

Man Utd vs West Ham 2021/1/22 15:00 UTC

Southampton vs Man City 2021/1/22 17:00 UTC

Serie A

Inter vs Venezia 2021/1/22 17:00 UTC

La Liga

Atletico vs Valencia 2021/1/22 20:00 UTC