SME News UK. Cristiano Ronaldo returns to international duty this weekend as Portugal, fresh from winning the 2025 UEFA Nations League, kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign with a trip to Armenia. At 40 years old, the legendary forward remains relentless in his pursuit of records, and another milestone is now firmly…
SME News UK. Spanish football icon Sergio Ramos has found himself in an unexpected social media spat with Irish airline Ryanair following the release of his debut single, Cibeles.The 39-year-old, now captain of Liga MX side Monterrey, unveiled the track on Sunday. Named after Madrid’s iconic Cibeles fountain — where Real Madrid traditionally celebrate their…
SME News UK. Thursday’s European transfer headlines bring late-window drama, record-breaking fees under scrutiny, and fresh speculation surrounding some of football’s brightest young stars.Manchester United’s Gallagher Move BlockedManchester United made a surprise late attempt to sign Conor Gallagher in the final days of the summer transfer window. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the Red…
SME News UK. Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana could still leave Old Trafford this month, while Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez has pledged his long-term future to the Catalan giants despite strong Premier League interest. Elsewhere, Ademola Lookman is exploring a switch to Turkey, and Samuel Umtiti has issued a deadline before potentially retiring from football.Onana’s…
SME News UK. The transfer window may have closed in most major European leagues, but the market buzz continues. England international Marc Guehi could be one of the headline movers in January after his deadline-day switch to Liverpool fell through, leaving both Real Madrid and Barcelona monitoring his situation closely.Guehi in Demand After Liverpool MissThe…
SME News UK. Pep Guardiola has doubled down on his unwavering footballing philosophy, insisting that Manchester City will not abandon their trademark style of play despite an inconsistent start to the new Premier League campaign.City opened the season in emphatic fashion, sweeping aside Wolverhampton Wanderers 4-0 at Molineux, only to suffer a setback in their…
SME News UK. Chelsea’s clash with Fulham at Stamford Bridge was once again marred by VAR controversy, with the hosts awarded a hotly disputed penalty that left Marco Silva and his Fulham players incensed.The decisive moment came in the first half when Trevoh Chalobah’s cross struck the arm of Ryan Sessegnon inside the box. Referee…
SME News UK. Fort Lauderdale, FL – Inter Miami are through to the Leagues Cup final after Lionel Messi once again produced a moment of brilliance, scoring twice late on to inspire a dramatic 3-1 comeback victory over Orlando City on Wednesday night.Returning from a recent hamstring setback, Messi played the full 90 minutes and…
SME News UK. Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been included in Sweden’s squad for their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo, despite his ongoing absence from club action and mounting speculation over his future.The 25-year-old forward has missed Newcastle’s first two Premier League fixtures this season, with his situation dominated…
SME News UK. Liverpool manager Arne Slot criticised Newcastle United’s direct approach after his side secured a dramatic 3-2 win at St James’ Park thanks to a stoppage-time strike from 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha.The reigning Premier League champions looked in control when Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring before Anthony Gordon was shown a straight red card…
