England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton will leave Aston Villa when her contract expires this summer, having held talks with Chelsea.She is part of the England squad for the World Cup, which starts next month."Aston Villa Women sincerely thanks Hannah for her time at the club and wishes her well in her next chapter," Villa said.
England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton has held talks over a potential move to Chelsea this summer after rejecting a contract extension with Aston Villa.Hampton, 22, who joined Villa in 2021, made her England debut last year and was an unused substitute at Euro 2022.She is understood to have held further discussions with Chelsea this week though nothing has been agreed and there is interest from other clubs.
Manchester United 's Marcus Rashford says he is "100% committed" to England for a trip to New York following his withdrawal from international duty in March.The forward, 25, missed Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine with an injury.At the time, England manager Gareth Southgate defended the forward's decision to go to the United States.
Sports stars and Queen Elizabeth II's racing manager honoured at investiture
Sports stars and people who helped the Queen to enjoy her passion for horses are among those who will be recognised with royal honours on Wednesday.Denise Lewis, 50, who won heptathlon gold at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, becomes a dame as president of Commonwealth Games England and for services to sport.
'Football and gambling's relationship needs a review'
Brentford striker Ivan Toney's eight-month ban is a "massive reminder" that the relationship between football and the gambling industry needs to be reviewed, boss Thomas Frank says.On Friday it was revealed that Toney was given a reduced ban because of a diagnosed gambling addiction."Football and gambling's relationship needs a review," said Frank.
Even my dog gets recognised now, says Lioness Lucy Bronze after collecting MBE
Lionesses Beth Mead and Lucy Bronze said women's football has become so popular that their dogs now get recognised, even if they are not walking them.Speaking at Windsor Castle after receiving their MBEs for services to football from the Prince of Wales, the pair said the buzz created when the England women's team won the 2022 European Championship was more than they had dreamed.
As London Pulse all-but seal a top-two spot in the Super League to secure a home semi-final, Surrey Storm look set to take fourth place.Plus, a former England player announces her retirement and who did you pick in your England World Cup starting seven?Here is everything you need to know from round 18. Storm finish regular season with Lightning loss After such a strong start to the season Surrey Storm are likely to finish in fourth place after their 64-46 loss to fellow title contenders Loughborough Lightning.
England hooker Connie Powell will join Harlequins from Premier 15s rivals Gloucester-Hartpury for next season.The 22-year-old has won nine caps for the Red Roses and was part of the England squad at the last World Cup.Powell, who made her Gloucester debut in 2018, has featured in England squads in the past two Six Nations.
Three years ago, England's Chelsea Pitman thought her netball career might be over."It was taken out of my hands," the 34-year-old, who was dropped by Suncorp Super Netball side Adelaide Thunderbirds in 2020, told BBC Sport.But after returning to the sport with West Coast Fever in 2022 as a training partner, Pitman was recalled to the England squad in October.
Nemanja Matic spent five years at Manchester United after choosing to be reunited with then manager Jose Mourinho, who had signed the player at Chelsea.The midfielder has now followed Mourinho to Roma and have booked their place in the Europa League semi-final this season.Speaking with Sky Sports, Matic has reflected on what it's like playing for Mourinho.
It may have been a long time coming - but for James Maddison, his full England debut was worth the wait.Three and a half years since his first international appearance as a substitute against Montenegro, Leicester midfielder Maddison started as the Three Lions comfortably beat Ukraine to remain unbeaten in their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.
Man Utd injury update: Christian Eriksen, Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford return dates and latest news
M anchester United now face a fight to keep their place in the top four after the international break.While Erik ten Hag has secured a trophy during his first season in charge, failing to lead his side back into the Champions League would be a major disappointment.United currently sit in third but lead fifth-placed Newcastle by only three points and travel to St James' Park when domestic football resumes at the start of April.
Man Utd ready for Bellingham bid - Friday's gossip
Manchester United are ready to join the bidding to sign England midfielder Jude Bellingham, 19, from Borussia Dortmund.Newcastle United want to make Leicester midfielder James Maddison a priority this summer with the 26-year-old said to want to play in the Champions League and become a regular in the England squad.
It is rare for goalless draws to be the most interesting results in football - yet two 0-0s in the Women's Super League last weekend could prove crucial this season.Manchester United were held by Everton, and Arsenal at West Ham, to leave Chelsea in the driving seat to retain their WSL title.In the relegation fight, Leicester remain rooted to the bottom, but Reading and Brighton continue to look nervously over their shoulders - and how much further will Tottenham fall?
Fernandez was among the goals / Hernan Cortez/GettyImages The international break had a lot to take in for Chelsea.The Blues had plenty of players on show all across the globe, with many taking the chance to get away from their domestic struggles and strut their stuff on the international stage.Here are five takeaways for Chelsea from the March international break.
Manchester United confirm Marcus Rashford injury latest as England forward returns to training
The forward was forced to pull out of the England squad who beat Italy and Ukraine over the international break to get their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign off to a flying start.Rashford sustained a small injury during United's dramatic FA Cup quarter-final win over Fulham earlier this month.Erik ten Hag's side came from behind as their visitors were reduced to nine men at Old Trafford and duly booked a semi-final meeting with Brighton at Wembley next month.
Filip Kostic leaves Serbia camp with tendon injury, could miss Verona game
There's one.You can always bet on it, folks.There is always one when an international break hits the midway point and we start to get within a few days of the club game getting going again.This time around, it just so happens to be about one of Juventus ' most reliable players come the turn of the calendar year.
Reece James withdraws from England squad due to 'ongoing issue'
Reece James has left the England camp and returned to Chelsea due to an 'ongoing issue'.The right-back was expected to start Sunday's Euro 2024 qualifier against Ukraine at Wembley after Kyle Walker played all 90 minutes of Thursday's 2-1 win away at Italy.But James has failed to prove his fitness and will reconvene with Chelsea at their Cobham training base.
Mikel Arteta has said Ben White is ready to be called up for England despite leaving the World Cup prematurely in November.Southgate will name his latest squad on Thursday for matches against Italy and Ukraine, the first international break since England's campaign in Qatar ended at the quarterfinal stage with defeat to France.
Coombs shocked by first England call-up since 2015
Laura Coombs says she never gave up on playing for England after getting her first call-up for eight years.The 32-year-old Manchester City midfielder won the second of her two caps in 2015 under former head coach Mark Sampson.However her good club form has earned her a recall from Sarina Wiegman for the 2023 Arnold Clark Cup.
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers says relegation is not "in question" if his players are still "running and fighting".The Foxes, who were Premier League champions in 2016, are outside the bottom three only on goal difference and have lost their last five games.They travel to Brentford on Saturday, with Thomas Frank's side aiming to qualify for Europe next season.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank says the club shares Ivan Toney's frustration over reports the striker is facing a six-month ban for allegedly breaking betting rules.The 26-year-old wants the Football Association to carry out an investigation into the regarding his potential punishment."We share the disappointment of Ivan in terms of the leaks," Frank said.
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has said he does not know when winger Jadon Sancho will return to the first-team squad, with the 22-year-old currently not in the right physical or mental state.Sancho is not with the United squad on a two-match tour of Spain preparing for the return of the Premier League later this month following the end of the World Cup in Qatar.
England captain Farrell set to play in Six Nations
England captain Owen Farrell is set to be available for their Six Nations opener with Scotland despite a four-week ban for a dangerous tackle.His ban will be reduced to three weeks if he completes the World Rugby coaching intervention programme.That would allow him to be picked by new England boss Steve Borthwick to face Scotland on 4 February.
Senegal or England to win? Parents v children in London's west African community
Football's capacity to unite is routinely lauded, but Sunday's World Cup match between England and Senegal has already divided many west African families in London.The split is generational.Parents say they tend to support Senegal, the country of their birth, while their children opt to support the state they were raised in: England.
Alice Capsey has been included in the England squad for the Women's Twenty20 World Cup in February despite suffering a broken collarbone last month.Batting all-rounder Capsey, 18, sustained the injury in the first one-day international against West Indies and missed the rest of the tour.Bowler Kate Cross is the only other addition to the T20 squad that won 5-0 in the Caribbean.
'We hate Man Utd' - lifelong Blue Morgan on derby day
Venue: Etihad Stadium Date: Sunday, 11 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Lifelong Manchester City fan Esme Morgan has been to hundreds of matches at Etihad Stadium as a supporter.But on Sunday the defender will walk on to the pitch for the first time as a player, in front of an anticipated crowd of more than 40,000 for the Manchester derby.
Manchester United in talks with Crystal Palace over Jack Butland loan
United need a new back-up keeper to replace Martin Dubravka, who was recalled by Newcastle after spending the first half of the season on loan at Old Trafford.Butland moved to Palace in 2020 but is behind established No1 Vincent Guaita and has also faced increased competition following the arrival of Sam Johnstone last summer.
Jubilant England fans in party mode after cruising to Wales win at World Cup
England fans were sent into party mode after cruising to a 3-0 victory over Wales securing their place in the knockout stages of the World Cup.Drinks were thrown in the air by jubilant supporters after every goal in Tuesday's Battle of Britain match, while devastated Welsh fans were left with heads in hands or seen leaving fan parks before the final whistle.
England fans in party mood after cruising to victory against Wales in World Cup
E ngland fans were in party mode after cruising to victory against Wales in their Battle of Britain World Cup game.Drinks were thrown in the air in fan parks across the nation on Tuesday, with chants of It's coming home being sung loudly after the goals went in.England won the game 3-0 thanks to a goal from Manchester City star Phil Foden and a brace from Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford.
World Cup Watch: Dayot Upamecano talks about squaring off against Jude Bellingham
The Quarterfinal showdown between France and England in the 2022 FIFA World Cup is probably the biggest matchup at the present.Two nations with a storied past who are fighting for a spot in the Semifinals.One of Bayern Munich's six players left in the running, Dayot Upamecano of France, speaks about going toe-to-toe with a highly rated midfielder in the England squad: soon to be Liverpool FC but Borussia Dortmund for now midfield maestro Jude Bellingham.
Collymore's column: Reaction to latest England squad including which Chelsea star should start at Euros, Marcus Rashford's links to PSG and why the 10 Premier League clubs who voted against helping the EFL are a disgrace
Ben White refused England call-up
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Brighton defender Lewis Dunk has withdrawn from the England squad for the forthcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers, while midfielder Jude Bellingham will not feature in the games.Dunk, 31, has not joined up with Gareth Southgate's squad at St George's Park because he is injured.Bellingham, 19, is still nursing the injury that kept him out of Borussia Dortmund's final game of the season.
Source: West Ham, City in talks over Phillips loan
Manchester City is in talks with West Ham over a loan deal for Kalvin Phillips.
Phillips is keen to leave Manchester City in order to find regular first-team football and secure his place in the England squad for the European Championships.
West Ham manager David Moyes has a long-standing interest in Phillips and has previously tried to bring him to the club. [ more ]
Marc Guehi makes transfer decision amid Chelsea & Man Utd interest
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is keen to stay with the club until the summer transfer window to boost his chances of making England's squad for Euro 2024.
Guehi has been attracting interest from other Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as Bayern Munich.
Palace have no intention of selling Guehi and are planning to offer him a new contract with an increased salary. [ more ]
Millie Bright out of England's Women's Nations League squad through injury
England captain Millie Bright has withdrawn from the squad for the must-win Nations League fixtures against Netherlands and Scotland due to a knee injury.
Bright's knee injury almost prevented her from participating in the Women's World Cup.
Manchester United's Millie Turner has been called up to replace Bright in the squad. [ more ]
Jude Bellingham and Lewis Dunk will not be ready for the England squad for the upcoming European qualifiers due to injuries, the national team confirmed on Sunday.Bellingham, destined for Real Madrid, was sidelined due to a knee injury for Borussia Dortmund's season finale, where they settled for a 2-2 draw against Mainz, dashing their hopes of securing the Bundesliga title.
Tottenham Hotspur have smashed the transfer record between two Women's Super League (WSL) clubs over the acquisition of Beth England from Chelsea.England, 28, has joined Tottenham for a reported fee of £250,000 -- surpassing the previous record of £200,000 paid by Chelsea to secure the signing of Lauren James from Manchester United in 2021.
Eberechi Eze has been called up to the England squad for the first time for next month's Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia.Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling has been left out by mutual decision after talks with boss Gareth Southgate.But attacking midfielder Eze has been rewarded for his form at Crystal Palace that has seen him score six goals in his last eight Premier League matches.
Chelsea have extended England's Euro 2022-winning midfielder Fran Kirby's contract by a year to 2024.The 29-year-old is Chelsea's leading women's goalscorer, having scored 110 times in 175 appearances.Kirby, who joined the club from Reading in 2015, signed a two-year deal in 2021 with the option of a further 12 months.
Ethan Havard keen to keep England place after starring on debut against France
Self-belief and hard work hoisted Ethan Havard into the England squad for Saturday's crushing 64-0 win over France in Warrington and the Wigan man is intent on keeping his place during the long build-up to the 2025 World Cup.Havard was one of 13 international debutants in Shaun Wane's squad for the one-sided mid-season international, and the 6ft 4ins Wigan forward marked a typically muscular first appearance by touching down for his debut England try midway through the second half.
Who dares wins Former Marine Jason Fox addresses England's Six Nations squad
Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Steve Borthwick has recruited the special forces to inspire England as they enter the most challenging phase of the Guinness Six Nations.Jason Fox, star of the reality TV show SAS: Who Dares Wins', addressed Borthwick's title hopefuls at their Brighton training camp on Wednesday ahead of their blockbuster clashes with France and Ireland.
World Cup 2022: England squad lands in UK after quarter-final loss to France
01:00 The England squad have returned home after their World Cup 2022 quarter-final loss to France.An average audience of 20.4 million TV viewers watched Les Bleus crush the Three Lions' tournament dreams, winning 2-1 at the at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar.The players were greeted with applause as they left Birmingham Airport on Sunday, 11 December.
Alan Shearer: Penalty miss will haunt Harry Kane for the rest of his life
England captain Harry Kane's World Cup quarter-final penalty miss will haunt him for the rest of his life, according to former striker Alan Shearer.Gareth Southgate's side exited the tournament in Qatar after the Tottenham forward blazed over his second spot-kick late on in the 2-1 defeat to France.
Let Me Entertain You: Robbie Williams plays World Cup gig for England squad
Robbie Williams has kept the England squad entertained as they gear up for Saturday's World Cup quarter-final with France.The Port Vale fan sang songs for Gareth Southgate's players and chatted with them at their Al Wakra base in Qatar.Williams, whose hits include Let Me Entertain You and Angels, was in the country to perform at the Doha Golf Club on Thursday.
Raheem Sterling to return to England World Cup squad after break-in at family home
01:13 Raheem Sterling is set to return to Qatar before Saturday's World Cup 2022 quarter-final against France.The England winger flew back to the UK last Sunday, following a break-in at his family home.He missed the 3-0 win over Senegal to prioritise the well-being of his three young children.Sterling is now expected to rejoin the England squad in Al Wakrah on Friday, ahead of a crunch fixture against France.
Another scare for Graham Potter as key Chelsea player leaves international duty
Chelsea boss Graham Potter has been handed another fitness scare as Kai Havertz has left the Germany camp to return to London.According to GOAL, Havertz has departed international duty due to illness and it is uncertain if he will be ready for Chelsea's clash with Aston Villa in six days' time.Although it is not a major worry for Potter, it is yet another thing that has not run smoothly for the English coach.
After spending 15 years of her career at Everton, Dan Turner admits she had become "part of the furniture" at the club.Taking the decision to leave last summer for a role at Aston Villa was far from an easy choice, yet so far the move is paying off.The former Blues captain has not only established herself as one of Villa's standout performers this season, she has done so in a new position - and she is relishing the challenge of proving herself again.
Harry reveals naked truth about his love for rugby on chat show
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The Duke of Sussex has revealed the depth of his love for the game of rugby collecting signatures from England's naked World Cup winning team.Harry's comments were made during an appearance on a US chat show earlier this year but aired on a later edition of the show this week, with the royal answering 15 light-hearted questions.
William proud and England fans gutted as penalty miss sends Three Lions home
Gutted England fans suffered yet another World Cup exit with a missed penalty as the Prince of Wales spoke of his pride for Gareth Southgate's team following their 2-1 loss to France.Supporters spoke of a massive opportunity missed on Saturday, with many believing the winners of the quarter-final tie would go on to win the tournament in Qatar.
Alan Ball's 1966 World Cup winner's medal sells at auction for 200,000
A 1966 World Cup winner's medal awarded to the late footballer Alan Ball has gone under the hammer for 200,000.The medal was sold as part of an auction featuring multiple pieces of English football memorabilia, including items from the historic win.England famously beat West Germany 4-2 in extra time to claim victory in 1966.
England star on the move as Arsenal let wonderful servant Nobbs make Villa switch - Soccer News
Jordan Nobbs has been backed to "cement her place" in the England team after ending a 12-year Arsenal career by making a surprise move to Aston Villa.The 69-cap midfielder is a former Lionesses vice-captain whose career has been hit by knee and ankle injuries in recent seasons.The switch to Women's Super League rivals Villa, announced on Thursday, gives Nobbs a fresh start as she seeks regular club football.
Arsenal defender Ben White speaks out for the first time since leaving England squad for personal reasons
December 17th 2022, 9:16 Arsenal defender Ben White has spoken out for the first time since he left the England squad at the World Cup for personal reasons.A report from the BBC confirmed that White had left the England squad due to personal reasons, flying home during the middle of the World Cup.With no official reason given, White has now spoken out in a message to Arsenal fans, thanking them for their support.
Arsenal news LIVE: Ben White reunited with fiancee as Fulham target Cedric Soares in January swoop - updates
BEN WHITE has been pictured with his fiancee, Milly Adams, for the first time since his withdrawal from the England squad.The Arsenal defender quit the camp in Qatar for "personal reasons" and since then reports have surfaced of a potential bust-up with England's assistant coach, Steve Holland.
Arsenal news LIVE: Ben White reunited with fiancee as Fulham target Cedric Soares in January swoop - updates
BEN WHITE has been pictured with his fiancee, Milly Adams, for the first time since his withdrawal from the England squad.The Arsenal defender quit the camp in Qatar for "personal reasons" and since then reports have surfaced of a potential bust-up with England's assistant coach, Steve Holland.
Leicester strolled past MK Dons to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals in their first game after the World Cup.Their sharpness was a step above and proved too much for third-tier MK Dons."We were hoping this could be a perfect game for us leading into the Premier League restarting and it turned out to be that," said Leicester assistant manager Chris Davies.
Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings - Full coverage details
Raheem Sterling has asked the Football Association to look into him re-joining the England squad at the World Cup in Qatar, according to a source close to the player.
Maguire: England didn't believe they could win World Cup in 2018, but we do now
H arry Maguire has revealed that the England squad never truly believed they would - or could - win the last World Cup but, four years on, it's different.Saturday will see England take on world champions France in the last of four quarter-finals.Win and the Three Lions would match their semi-final run from Russia in 2018, which was England's first in 28 years and saw the players receive a heroes' welcome upon their return.
Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings - Full coverage details
The 24-year-old is currently the first-choice goalkeeper at Premier League leaders Arsenal and is part of England's World Cup squad in Qatar.