Kick Off: Jordan reached a historic first final, Messi's fans demanding refund

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Match Reports

Jordan 2-0 South Korea: Son's side knocked out of Asian Cup, Jordan into final

Up against one of the pre-tournament favorites, Jordan reached the final of the Asian Cup for the first time after stunning South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday.

These Things Happen

It was a shame – Lionel Messi explains ‘truth’ about absence from Hong Kong game

Lionel Messi said it was a “shame” he could not play in Inter Miami’s pre-season friendly in Hong Kong on Sunday, with his absence leaving angry fans demanding a refund.

Cristiano Ronaldo struggled to hire personal chef on £4,500-per-month salary

Cristiano Ronaldo once struggled to find a personal chef willing to cook for him because of his peculiar demands.

Nigeria suffer major blow as Osimhen in doubt for South Africa semifinal

Nigeria traveled to Bouake in the Ivory Coast on Monday without star striker Victor Osimhen ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations semifinal match against South Africa on Wednesday.

Deco will sell two key Barcelona players if they turn down renewal offers

Barcelona have begun planning for the coming season, as they look to rebound from a season which is already being branded a major disappointment in February. Compounded by the announcement of Xavi Hernandez’s departure, the summer will doubtless be an interesting one.

Opta supercomputer reveals Liverpool's title chances plummeted by 16 PER CENT

An Opta supercomputer has calculated that Liverpool's title hopes have taken a major hit following their 3-1 loss at Arsenal on Sunday.

Man United 'have added a surprise goalkeeper to first-team training squad‘

Manchester United have reportedly included a surprise veteran goalkeeper to their first-team training sessions at Carrington when they need extra shot stoppers to make the numbers.

Ten Hag celebrates 3-0 win over West Ham with four-hour dinner with Van Persie

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was spotted in some exalted company earlier this week as he went out for dinner with a legend from the club's recent history in Robin van Persie.

Barcelona make progress on managerial hunt as Laporta discards three candidates

Barcelona have not yet spoken to any coaches about the upcoming vacancy being left by Xavi Hernandez, according to Sporting Director Deco. President Joan Laporta has now outlined exactly what he wants in his new coach though – a name brand.

Barca in danger of losing youngster as PL clubs look to activate release clause

Barcelona are facing a race against time to tie 17-year-old defender Pau Cubarsi to a new deal, as he attracts interest from the Premier League. Cubarsi made his debut at 16 in January, and has played has played on six occasions so far, clocking one assist and generally impressing.

Real Madrid given major boost as transfer target turned down €25m PL move

Real Madrid have several plates spinning regarding their summer transfer business, but were given a reprieve in January. Girona left-back Miguel Gutierrez is an option to return to the club in the summer, but could have moved to the Premier League in the January transfer window.

REVEALED: New data shows the top performing Premier League managers this season

Pressure is mounting on several Premier League managers as we approach the final three months of the season.

What They Say

Jose Mourinho's bitter message he left to Roma players after 'feeling betrayed'

Jose Mourinho left behind a staggeringly bitter farewell note to his Roma players after 'feeling betrayed' by the manner of his sacking.

Robin van Persie explained why Arsenal are to blame for his transfer to Man Utd

Robin van Persie was at the big match on Sunday.

Pochettino reveals Silva 'came to talk' after wife called for boss to be SACKED

Mauricio Pochettino has held clear the air talks with Thiago Silva, after the Brazilian's wife appeared to call for him to be sacked as Chelsea manager.

Hojlund names his three biggest Man United idols growing up including Ronaldo

Rasmus Hojlund has identified his three Manchester United idols, and of course Cristiano Ronaldo is one of them.

In-Depth

TEN players with the best percentage of MOTM awards per game: Messi, Ronaldo...

A new list revealing the top 10 players with the best percentage of man of the match awards per game over the last 15 years has emerged, and Lionel Messi leads the way by a distance.

Which front 3 has scored the most goals? Reds & City's trios can't be separated

Liverpool and Manchester City's three top scorers have scored exactly the same number of goals as each other as the Premier League title race threatens to go down to the wire.

10 great players Ronaldo has outscored since turning 30: Rooney, Drogba, RVP…

Plenty of footballers start to wind down by the time they reach 30, but in the case of Cristiano Ronaldo, he only got more prolific.

Where they now? The 3 Man Utd kids tipped for stardom by Jose Mourinho in 2017

Jose Mourinho tipped three Manchester United kids for stardom in 2017 and we’ve checked out whether those players have since lived up to their potential.

Fixtures of the Day

Club Friendlies

Vissel Kobe VS Inter Miami CF 2024/02/07 10:00 UTC

Asian Cup

Iran VS Qatar 2024/02/07 15:00 UTC

Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria VS South Africa 2024/02/07 17:00 UTC

Ivory Coast VS Democratic Republic of the Congo 2024/02/07 20:00 UTC

Saudi PL

Al-Tai VS Al-Ittihad Club 2024/02/07 18:00 UTC

FA Cup

Aston Villa VS Chelsea 2024/02/07 20:00 UTC

Coupe de France

Paris Saint-Germain VS Stade Brestois 29 2024/02/07 20:10 UTC

Copa del Rey

Atletico Madrid VS Athletic Club 2024/02/07 20:30 UTC