[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.] #  @TheAthleticFC The Athletic | Football Arsenal's William Saliba has agreed to a new contract that will run until 2030. The 24-year-old centre-back's deal is expected to be signed in the coming days. 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The club have been criticised for their association with the tourist board of the African country and the sponsorship has been the subject of supporter protests. ✍ @gunnerblog & @Dan_Sheldon_" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975207430855512421) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-06T14:32Z 1.1M followers, 230.7K engagements "Are Bayern Munich the best team in Europe Vincent Kompany has made them one of the most tactically flexible sides on the continent. @Jon_Mackenzie" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977774204800897349) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 50.2K engagements "The nominees for the 2025 Golden Ball have been revealed. Who would you vote for" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978511758399578391) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T17:22Z 1.1M followers, 85.9K engagements "Its not a full 2000s revival but the Premier League is less expansive less creative and more direct. There are fewer passes more long throws and more set-piece goals. Those who accuse Pep Guardiola of sucking the fun out of football should be careful what they wish for. @OliverKay 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978717923142513090) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 127.1K engagements "In the previous international break in September Turkey conceded six to Spain. In this international break Vincenzo Montella's side have scored XX six against Bulgaria and four against Georgia" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978215924923535828) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T21:46Z 1.1M followers, 79.6K engagements "Jack Wilshere is close to being appointed as manager of League One side Luton Town. The former #AFC youth coach has been without a club since leaving Norwich City at the end of last season" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977459439331352833) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T19:40Z 1.1M followers, 69.2K engagements "Welcome back to the Premier League. Quick recap: Arsenal are still top Wolves are still bottom - but we got @OliverKay @PhilHay_ @Conor0Neill_ @EliasBurke and @reallycerys to discuss everything in between. Slots Liverpool answers Semenyo vs Haaland Amorims (relative) safety Postecoglous false start Most surprising success stories 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979170908347732420) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 42.2K engagements "Are you enjoying what you are seeing this season ✍ @OliverKay" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978788977055260760) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T11:43Z 1.1M followers, 36.5K engagements "As the Manchester derby took place at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday the first choice goalkeepers for the two clubs last season Ederson and Andre Onana were facing off 2000 miles away in the Turkish Super Lig. @TimSpiers was in Istanbul to see how they got on with the former Manchester United 'keeper producing a sensational man of the match performance for 10-man Trabzonspor 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1967649868823847236) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-15T18:01Z 1.1M followers, 82.6K engagements "The introduction of goal music when Chelsea score at Stamford Bridge has caused a proper kerfuffle with an online petition and plenty of grumbles from supporters. One of their bugbears is that Chelsea Dagger doesnt actually have anything to do with Chelsea Football Club. What songs do have something to do with Chelsea then In honour of the long contracts they give to all their players how about Eight Years by Bjorn Torske Bit niche OK fair enough. Fumble by Trey Songz whenever Robert Sanchez lets another one in Oh yeah I see were looking for Chelsea goal music not the opposition. Fine well" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975879092806594656) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 133.3K engagements "Thomas Tuchel saw the humour in the singing from the England fans in their game against Latvia" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978211062953508997) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T21:27Z 1.1M followers, 66.8K engagements "Everton ended Crystal Palace's club record 19-game unbeaten run on Sunday after coming from a goal down to win 2-1 at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Do you know who ended Palace's previous longest unbeaten run which lasted XX matches between February and August 1969 Everton. Just like on Sunday they came from a goal down to win 2-1 at Goodison Park" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975252589127037043) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-06T17:31Z 1.1M followers, 289.2K engagements "At first glance it could have been an image from Pirates of the Caribbean only with the buccaneers wearing neon bibs and kicking footballs around a field. Instead the setting was the Italian football federation centre in Coverciano where coach Silvio Baldini had tasked his under-21 players with wearing eye patches during training ahead of upcoming games with Sweden and Armenia. The idea is that wearing an eye patch helps develop depth perception and the sharpness of the dominant eye (the one a persons brain relies on more for processing information). Most but not all people have an alignment" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976286905240068469) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 168.5K engagements "England have beaten Latvia 5-0 and qualify for next summer's World Cup. Goals from Anthony Gordon Harry Kane (2) Eberechi Eze & an own goal from Maksims Tonisevs give Thomas Tuchel's side the three points in Riga" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978199078459556008) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T20:39Z 1.1M followers, 42.9K engagements "Gianni Infantino believes the football industry needs to be more open-minded about when it stages its biggest tournaments. No dates have been announced for the 2034 World Cup but it expected to be another winter tournament with a strong possibility it will actually be held in early 2035 to avoid the Muslim holy month of Ramadan which falls in November and December in 2034. More from @mjshrimper 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976274559843131454) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T13:12Z 1.1M followers, 207.5K engagements "Brooklyn Earick has confirmed to the London Stock Exchange that he does not intend to make a firm offer to buy Tottenham Hotspur. Earicks statement brings an end to XX days of speculation over a possible move to buy Tottenham. ✍ @JackPittBrooke" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975264031582957987) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-06T18:16Z 1.1M followers, 50.6K engagements "Manchester United were trailing Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium. But Melvine Malard's strike and an unfortunate own goal from Hikaru Kitagawa have turned things around for Marc Skinner's side" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977352969600295296) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T12:37Z 1.1M followers, 48.2K engagements "Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski will likely miss this months Clasico against Real Madrid after suffering a hamstring injury. More from @Laia_Cervello" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978072168811450841) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T12:15Z 1.1M followers, 41.9K engagements "Sir Jim Ratcliffes cost-cutting regime designed to make Manchester United profitable again epitomises that financial landscape. That approach has come with consequences not least concerning the academy building which dates back to 2002 and had a refurbishment in 2017. There are allegations toilets have been left uncleaned bins unemptied and pitch perimeters worn and littered with complaints made that there are not enough maintenance staff employed to maintain standards. There was also an embarrassing episode in which Manchester United's Under-13s asking to borrow socks and shorts from Everton" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975528506768425450) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T11:47Z 1.1M followers, 173.2K engagements "I didnt mean to provoke anyone; I was just caught up in the emotions of the occasion. Werder Bremen forward Medina Desic has apologised for holding up a provocative sign following her teams 2-0 win over Hamburg on Saturday in the German Frauen Bundesliga. ✍ @SebSB" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978041110363541740) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T10:12Z 1.1M followers, 80.2K engagements "How do you stop this version of Jess Park Signed in the summer from rivals Manchester City the 23-year-old is already so integral to Manchester Uniteds attack. The move was viewed by some as a sideways step but Park has swiftly established herself as one of the season's most exhilarating players. Park didnt start at Hill Dickinson Stadium yet the game still turned on her introduction evidenced by Everton organising their entire game plan to negate Parks influence only to discover she wasnt in the starting XI. Her double from the substitutes' bench was emblematic of her transformation into one" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977676058557116801) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 128.2K engagements "It took Cristiano Ronaldo XXX games to score XX international goals. It took Lionel Messi XXX. Erling Haaland only needed XX matches to reach that milestone with Norway. Ali Daei who scored his 100th goal for Iran in his 131st cap is the fastest player to reach the century mark in international football. Few would bet against Haaland obliterating that record. ✍ @EliasBurke" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977645859064991937) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 131.2K engagements "Caoimhin Kelleher loves saving a penalty and he's just stopped Cristiano Ronaldo from the spot" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977107823285923919) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T20:23Z 1.1M followers, 76K engagements "There have been nine goals between Borussia Monchengladbach and Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga - but that is not the biggest talking point. Neither the referee nor VAR determined this to be handball by Monchengladbach's Yannik Engelhardt in the penalty area" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1972003385697337560) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-27T18:20Z 1.1M followers, 47.5K engagements "A small legend stitched into the collar of Ibis Sport Club's red-and-black jerseys says it all. "The worst team in the world" it reads. Between 1980 and 1984 Ibis won none of their XX matches. Their goal difference over that period was minus XXX. Ibis say this was the longest winless run in football history. That sequence was so bad that they had little choice but to lean into the misery of it all. Their mascot is called Derrotinha Little Defeat. They have attracted global fame as a result. Their most celebrated player A hairdresser who goes by the nickname Mauro Shampoo who only ever scored" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976905983856459894) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 75K engagements ""The same logic that applies to Bellingham has to apply to Palmer." Has Chelsea's Cole Palmer got a fight on his hands to make England's World Cup squad" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978476331747729526) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T15:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.3M engagements "Millie Bright has announced her retirement from international football. Bright XX withdrew from the England squad in May making herself unavailable for the European Championship later in the summer. At the time she said she was mentally and physically at her limit and needed an extended period of recovery. Bright played XX times for England after making her debut in 2016 scoring six goals. Bright captained her country at the 2023 World Cup where they finished as runners-up behind Spain. Bright was also a mainstay in the team which triumphed at the Euros in 2021. @charlotteharpur" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977757310488564014) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T15:24Z 1.1M followers, 88.2K engagements "Some said he would struggle with the physicality of the English game. Others mocked him as 'Cuiaba-Man' making out he would only score or assist against smaller teams. But after scoring his first Premier League goal and starring for the national team this month Estevao's stock is higher than ever. This is what Brazil thinks of the 18-year-old who has long been regarded as 'the next Neymar'. 📝 @SJohnsonSport 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979125609780351320) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 81.6K engagements "Happy birthday Sir Bobby Charlton. Arguably Manchester Uniteds most important modern player and perhaps Englands greatest Charlton would have been XX today. He died two years ago this month the news breaking on a Saturday afternoon. It seemed appropriate as does Charltons birth date falling on an international weekend. As does coming across a rare old book of his: Bobby Charltons Book of Soccer. It was published in October 1960 two years after the Munich Air Disaster to coincide with Charltons 23rd birthday. On page XX he names his World XI and given the books date anyone in 2025 guessing" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976981481823281234) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 115.8K engagements "Chelsea and PSG reached the Club World Cup final. Both are missing key players. Enzo Maresca said its probably a consequence of the Club World Cup. But how much impact is the tournament and a shortened pre-season having on injuries ✍ @reallycerys" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976966256051028057) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 84.7K engagements "Manchester United win the first Women's Super League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Marc Skinner's side came from a goal down to record a resounding win against Everton: Melvine Malard's strike Jess Park's double and an own goal from Hikaru Kitagawa see United leave Merseyside with a 4-1 win" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977358781441810524) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T13:00Z 1.1M followers, 128.4K engagements "Granit Xhaka's penalty and Johan Mazambi's 94th-minute strike earn Switzerland a 2-0 win away against Sweden Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak both started but they couldnt find a breakthrough. Sweden face a real fight to make the World Cup they have only one point from their first three qualifiers and are three points behind Kosovo who occupy the play-off spot. Switzerland with nine points have nearly sealed qualification" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976750527557124483) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T20:43Z 1.1M followers, 168.8K engagements "While World Cup qualifying continues in earnest in some parts of the globe and winds down in others the team everyone is hoping to dethrone next summer has spent its preparation time in the most curious of fashions. Between two friendly matches against subpar opponents a last-minute change of venue and a marketing strategy that undermined the national teams brand Argentina endured a poorly planned week in the U.S. @FelipeCar looks at Argentina's wasted window 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978868792957563317) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T17:01Z 1.1M followers, 95.4K engagements "Everton have won just three of their last XX home Premier League matches when they've conceded first. . 🔵 Everton 3-2 Crystal Palace XX May 2022 🔵 Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace XX September 2024 🔵 Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace X October 2025 Stat: @OptaJoe" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974858665069887826) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-05T15:26Z 1.1M followers, 331.3K engagements "West Bromwich Albion fan Mark Townsend XX died in September 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at Hillsborough. For two weeks an inquest has heard evidence about the circumstances of his death. It gave a detailed insight into how fans medical care is provided in modern football and has proposed changes for future responses to similar situations. This is what the inquest told us and the lessons that can be learned from it. @SteveMadeley78 & @jwhitey98 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977268245863256069) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 173.6K engagements "Joe Rodon has given Wales the lead against Belgium. A defeat tonight would leave Rudi Garcia's team with lots to do to qualify for next summer's World Cup" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977812480203346198) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T19:03Z 1.1M followers, 45.4K engagements "We need to talk about Adam Wharton. Instead of facing Wales and preparing for England's World Cup qualifier against Latvia the Crystal Palace midfielder has been taking a break and among other things catching up with his grandparents. The 21-year-old has rare technical qualities but doubts have long lingered over his physical profile. Whatever those question marks surely there must soon be a place in the squad for someone with his kind of vision ✍ @stujames75" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977691032046248010) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 241.8K engagements "Explaining the latest on the Manchester United ownership: 📱 How a tweet sparked speculation ❓ What are drag-along rights 🧐 Why could Glazers be tempted to sell 💷 How much could the club cost ✍ @lauriewhitwell @Dan_Sheldon_ @CWeatherspoon_ @mjcritchley" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976921083233419312) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 86K engagements "Ange Postecoglou insists he will bring success to Nottingham Forest if he is given the time to do so. The Greek-born Australian finds himself under increasing pressure at the City Ground after failing to notch up a win during his first seven games in charge. But while Postecoglou faces a potentially pivotal fixture when Chelsea visit tomorrow the former Celtic and Tottenham manager remains bullish about his ability to bring success to the club. More from @nottmtails 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979200829312708692) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T15:00Z 1.1M followers, 33.1K engagements "Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate has withdrawn from the France squad due to a thigh injury. The 26-year-old was an unused substitute during Frances 3-0 World Cup qualifier victory over Azerbaijan on Friday. More from @JamesPearceLFC & @nnamdionye" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977029284947804248) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T15:11Z 1.1M followers, 88.8K engagements "Graham Potter has said he is open to managing the Sweden national team and that he has feelings for the country. Im open to anything where I feel I can help he said in an interview with Swedish outlet Fotbollskanalen. The job as (manager) for the Swedish national team is fantastic. I have feelings for Sweden. I love the country and I love Swedish football. I have a lot to be grateful for towards Swedish football. Potter managed Swedish side Ostersund for seven years before leaving for Swansea City in the summer of 2018 and he has also taken charge of Premier League clubs Brighton and Chelsea." [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978134926609310109) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T16:24Z 1.1M followers, 219.2K engagements "European football chiefs have introduced a new format for the mens Champions League starting in 2027-28 that will see the competition begin with a standalone Tuesday night match at the home of the reigning champions. The rest of the opening league matches will then be played across the following Wednesday and Thursday as part of an effort to increase visibility for all the competing clubs. It is not yet known if a similar change will be brought into the womens game. More from @mjshrimper 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977774867530576376) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T16:34Z 1.1M followers, 261.6K engagements "Manchester Uniteds 2024-25 financial results show they were loss-making for a sixth year in a row. But as @CWeatherspoon_ points out that tells only part of the story. 💰 Rival revenues catching up 📈 Largest transfer debt in world 📉 Wage bill at lowest since 2020 💸 Player sales improving 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975833919628189786) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 110.9K engagements "Thomas Tuchel signed his contract as England Head Coach one year ago today. He faced six major issues: Lack of time before the World Cup Sluggish performances Downbeat mood Star players versus team ethic Getting the best from Jude Bellingham The need to exert his authority @JackPittBrooke on the answers Tuchel has found and the problems he still needs to solve ahead of the World Cup 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975818694342095144) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 121.4K engagements "Arsenal are looking at expanding the Emirates but many hurdles await. In thinking that echoes the creation of the Emirates they are analysing their capacity from a position of strength. The team is doing well and demand for tickets is relentless. To keep up though they dare not stand still. ✍ @amylawrence71 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976558569798631774) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 151.3K engagements "Harry Kane has XX goal involvements in XXX caps for England (76 goals XX assists). The Bayern Munich forward's work ethic is not up for question but is he still under-appreciated at international level 🎙 @AyoAkinwo @CDEccleshare" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978498980456624520) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 37.9K engagements "Everton had five different permanent managers in Abdoulaye Doucoures five years at the club. His spell also saw two points deductions for separate financial breaches and rumours of financial implosion. You could see we were a big target" the midfielder said. "They were attacking the club even us as players because we didnt do anything wrong. If the club makes a mistake its not on us and you could feel like this was unfair for us. We were confident we were going to stay up and it just became a joke. Tomorrow were going to get five or six points (deducted) again. It was a motivation. We said" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979155808983077198) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 116K engagements "The Premier League returns after the international break with Liverpool vs Manchester United the pick of the games. @OliverKay goes up against an Athletic subscriber an algorithm and a child in our weekly Premier League predictions game. How will Manchester United get on an Anfield Is everyone certain of an Arsenal win at Fulham Can Ange Postecoglou break his Nottingham Forest duck against Chelsea 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979140709367066853) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 45.2K engagements "Ashleigh Plumptre said she deeply hurt people when she became the first player to move from the Womens Super League to the Saudi Womens Premier League but that Saudi life is like a peace bubble. More from @JessMCHopkins" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975541091593273573) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T12:37Z 1.1M followers, 54.1K engagements "The Football Association is considering holding an England mens training camp in Miami before the World Cup next year. England became the first European nation to qualify for the tournament which is being hosted in Canada Mexico and the United States after thrashing Latvia 5-0 on Tuesday night. Now Thomas Tuchel Englands head coach and the FA are turning their attention on where to acclimatise their squad before the tournament beginning on June XX. More from @Dan_Sheldon_ 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978857319258530073) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T16:15Z 1.1M followers, 79.4K engagements "Ben Hiscox died after colliding with the clubhouse wall during an amateur game in April 2015. Alex Fletcher suffered brain damage and multiple fractures to his skull after hitting a perimeter wall in November 2022. Billy Vigar died aged XX after colliding with a brick wall during Chichester Citys game at Wingate & Finchley on September XX. Nobody should lose their life playing a game of football says Clive Hiscox Ben's father. It's a ticking time bomb waiting to happen again whilst stadiums are still able to operate in this way adds Fletcher. @DTathletic & @stujames75" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1972693083813777515) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-29T16:00Z 1.1M followers, 322.4K engagements "Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Emanuel Emegha from BlueCo sister club RC Strasbourg. Last season the 22-year-old scored XX goals and provided three assists in XX appearances in Ligue X. More from @Millar_Colin" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1966472621509296252) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-12T12:03Z 1.1M followers, 45.5K engagements "Javi Gracia returns to Watford in another change of head coach under Gino Pozzo" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975881987723608415) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T11:12Z 1.1M followers, 65.2K engagements "About a year ago I asked Mikel Arteta when he knew he was ready. He laughed and said you just have to jump in and swim as hard as you can. Jack Wilshere is the new Luton Town manager. @ArtdeRoche watched the 33-year-old's unveiling at Kenilworth Road" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977713806856851886) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T12:31Z 1.1M followers, 216.7K engagements "Money does not go to his head. He has not changed he has not forgotten where he comes from his family his first steps. He stays humble. @charlotteharpur visited Bryan Mbeumos hometown of Avallon in France with a population of just over 6000 to ask his family friends former team-mates teachers and coaches what he is really like. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978778321463779574) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 91.7K engagements "Cape Verde become the third first-time qualifiers for next year's World Cup: Uzbekistan Jordan Cape Verde" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977806007079481765) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T18:37Z 1.1M followers, 88.2K engagements "A huge result for Northern Ireland as they strive for World Cup qualification their 2-0 win over Slovakia at Windsor Park means there are now three teams level on six points in Group A. Michael O'Neill's team sit in the play-off spot ahead of Slovakia on goal difference Germany who beat Luxembourg 4-0 top the group" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976749848104771810) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T20:41Z 1.1M followers, 105.1K engagements "Ange Postecolgou today offered an impassioned defence of his time at Spurs where he won the Europa League but finished 17th in the Premier League. With it he opened up an old debate among Tottenham fans but it is how Nottingham Forest and their fans respond to his rhetoric that matters now. 📝 @Dan_KP 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979253734795546973) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T18:30Z 1.1M followers, 43.6K engagements "Wolves manager Vtor Pereira was sent off just moments before his side took the lead against Brighton & Hove Albion at Molineux. Marshall Munetsi's volley came back off the underside of the bar only to cannon off Bart Verbruggen and into the net. Brighton & Hove Albion's wait for a clean sheet in the Premier League goes on" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974831016180080955) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-05T13:36Z 1.1M followers, 95.1K engagements "Goals from Jamie Gittens Rico Lewis and a double from Divin Mubama earned England a comfortable 4-0 victory in their Under-21 Euro 2027 qualifier against Moldova" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976708642817606010) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T17:57Z 1.1M followers, 61.5K engagements "Cape Verde have qualified for the mens World Cup for the first time following a 3-0 win against Eswatini" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977800166162743551) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T18:14Z 1.1M followers, 338.1K engagements "Ange Postecoglou faces uncertainty over his role as Nottingham Forest manager after failing to win any of his first seven games. From Sabri Lamouchi to Aitor Karanka @nottmtails looks at how owner Evangelos Marinakis has dealt with struggling managers in the past. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975894318188802226) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 69.5K engagements "To many other football countries sacking a national team coach is a regular event; almost part of the fun. But in the history of the Sweden mens football side no national team coach had officially been fired. Theyd resigned or theyd reached the end of their contract. Until now. Jon Dahl Tomasson has become the first exception to the rule. Swedens 1-0 defeat to Kosovo in Gothenburg on Monday was arguably the lowest point in the history of Swedish football; not because the result was a shock but because it wasnt. ✍ @zonal_marking" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978121367695364139) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T15:31Z 1.1M followers, 218.4K engagements "Last month Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati collected her third Ballon d'Or in a row dressed in copper sequins at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. By the morning she was having breakfast in her street clothes at her favourite cafe in Sant Pere de Ribes her hometown XX minutes south of Barcelona. Bonmati is fiercely proud of her Ribes roots. @Laia_Cervello visited to find out what she means to its people. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978083744813592636) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 97.5K engagements "Scotland get the job done against Belarus. just. Goals from Che Adams and Scott McTominay earn them a precious three points in their pursuit of World Cup qualification. Belarus scored late at Hampden Park through Gleb Kuchko had a goal disallowed in the second half and ended the match having had XX shots" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977434421025464814) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T18:01Z 1.1M followers, 108.4K engagements "The feeling is that Nottingham Forest's game against Chelsea or the outcome of it could have a decisive influence on Ange Postecoglous future. But ultimately it will be down to the mood of Evangelos Marinakis. The Forest owner has been pondering his options That is not unusual the Greek shipping magnate always likes to have a plan B in place. Historically he normally knows who he wants to appoint or even has a replacement in place before deciding to make a change. Having options does not always mean Marinakis will utilise them but he has been seeking the counsel of those close to him to gauge" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978793295305228307) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 173.5K engagements "Chelsea maintain their grip on top spot in the WSL. Keira Walsh's second-half strike was enough for Sonia Bompastor's side to seal a 1-0 victory against Tottenham at Kingsmeadow" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977357486970605821) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T12:55Z 1.1M followers, 41.2K engagements "Chelsea and England playmaker Cole Palmer has successfully trademarked the term Cold Palmer. Palmers application submitted to the UK governments Intellectual Property Office in November was approved on Friday. Full story from @TBurrows16" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975550552038908130) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T13:15Z 1.1M followers, 287.5K engagements "Erling Haaland's hat-trick against Israel moves him past half a century of goals for Norway" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977065626171851029) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T17:35Z 1.1M followers, 100.1K engagements "Newcastle Uniteds academy produces young footballers but what they do there is way more than just football. @GeorgeCaulkin & @ChrisDHWaugh go behind the scenes and speak to coaches teachers and players on the trials and tribulations of a Premier League academy. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978732897138806907) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 119.4K engagements "We asked XX agents to name the deal they thought was the best of the transfer window. Donnarumma. I also thought about Jack Grealish. I know hes a loan and you pay a lot for his wages but youre not paying a (transfer) fee for a player of that calibre who has obviously got the bit between his teeth. But I think Donnarumma really pushes Manchester City back in the title mix. He will save them points this season. So hes the best signing especially given what they paid for him. ' :" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977656059167711630) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T08:42Z 1.1M followers, 415.8K engagements "On Friday night Oslo will stage a vital World Cup qualifier. But it is also a political powder keg after Norway called for opponents Israel to be thrown out of the competition due to their governments actions in Gaza. This is how a football game took on geopolitical significance. ✍ @PJBuckingham 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976543595831378296) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 88.5K engagements "Ruben Amorim says he feels the support from Sir Jim Ratcliffe every day after Manchester Uniteds co-owner pledged to give him three years in charge. He added that although he is pleased the leadership understand time is needed he doesn't like that this is the case. 📝 @lauriewhitwell 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979202818423624174) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T15:08Z 1.1M followers, 60.5K engagements "Sweden's defeat to Kosovo leaves them with one point from their four World Cup qualifying games" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977838526218797164) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T20:47Z 1.1M followers, 267K engagements "Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch will be assessed after being replaced at half-time during Netherlands victory over Finland on Sunday. Ronald Koeman explained Gravenberch had been experiencing hamstring discomfort. @JamesPearceLFC" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977739909260578991) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T14:15Z 1.1M followers, 179.4K engagements "It is only six weeks since Yeremy Pino joined Crystal Palace but he already knows the worst thing about London. "The traffic is really s*** nothing like Villarreal but Im feeling good" he says. After a promising start to life in the Premier League the Spain international tells @dermotmcorrigan about taking inspiration from David Silva and Santi Cazorla speaking Spanish with Jean-Philippe Mateta and what makes Adam Wharton so special. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978008246905364898) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 346.8K engagements "For the first time under Arne Slot Liverpool have lost three successive matches. @anantaajith @adjones_journo & @greggevans40 analyse the cause of this slump: 🔎 Opponents now wise to Gravenberch 🔎 Salah gamble currently not paying off 🔎 Lack of options out wide 🔎 Slot's subs not working 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975546903673663870) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 55.4K engagements "FIFA has changed the mens international calendar for the 2026-2030 period by merging the September and October international breaks into one. Currently there are separate international windows beginning in the first full week of September and the second full week of October the current window with each nation playing a maximum of two matches in each. From 2026 onwards this will be condensed into one period which covers the final full week of September and early October in which each nation can participate in a maximum of four matches. The change means that clubs across the Premier League and" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975228304077508878) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-06T15:55Z 1.1M followers, 170.2K engagements "Six nations () qualified for the 2026 World Cup on XX October 2025. Here are the XX countries that have confirmed their place at next summer's tournament. Canada Mexico USA Australia Iran Japan Jordan South Korea Qatar Saudi Arabia Uzbekistan Algeria Cape Verde Egypt Ghana Ivory Coast Morocco Senegal South Africa Tunisia Argentina Brazil Colombia Ecuador Paraguay Uruguay New Zealand 🏴 England" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978208397909725510) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T21:16Z 1.1M followers, 213K engagements "🔵 Is Chelseas transfer strategy working 🔴 Are Arsenal in PSR trouble 🔲 How much does the Isak money help Newcastle ⚪ Why dont Fulham sign more players @CWeatherspoon_ answers your most pressing questions about your club's finances" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977660958299554203) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 42.1K engagements "Italy beat Israel and close the gap to Norway in Group I. But Stale Solbakken's side still have their fate in their hands and it looks likely that Gennaro Gattuso's team will have to go through a play-off to qualify for next summer's World Cup" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978212811583934923) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T21:34Z 1.1M followers, 71.7K engagements "Sergio Busquets has announced that he will retire from football at the end of the MLS season. The 37-year-old Inter Miami player made the announcement in a video posted on Instagram on Friday. Miamis final MLS game of the season is against Atlanta United at the Chase Stadium on October XX. More from @nnamdionye 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1971497664035389479) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-26T08:50Z 1.1M followers, 75.5K engagements "Chelsea are trying to improve the atmosphere at Stamford Bridge but the changes are not going down well with fans. @ReubenPinder" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976687041040498876) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 126.4K engagements "Manchester City's John Stones has revealed he considered retiring last season due to persistent injuries. The 31-year-old defender made only XX Premier League appearances in the 2024-25 campaign as he struggled with foot and hamstring problems. His last game of the season came in February and in June he referred to the previous two years as dark days. Last season was tough for me to the point where I thought about stopping Stones told told the BBC on Tuesday. I didnt want to do it. I had had enough of being so professional and trying to do everything right in my power to then keep breaking" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975482777316303170) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T08:46Z 1.1M followers, 226K engagements "Brandon Comley's grandfather rarely spoke about being born in Montserrat - but when he did that set the London-born Walsall midfielder on the path to playing for them. And now he's the tiny Caribbean national team's captain. He tells @RoshaneSport just how much that means to him 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977298570836422852) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 59.3K engagements "Chelsea expect Cole Palmer to be sidelined until November following a club meeting about his groin injury. It means he is set to miss his club's games against: 🌳 Nottingham Forest (PL) 🔴 Ajax (UCL) 🐈 Sunderland (PL) 🐺 Wolves (CC) @SJohnsonSport" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976234922756202496) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T10:34Z 1.1M followers, 83K engagements "Arne Slot believes Alexander Isak is at full fitness and ready to show why Liverpool broke the British transfer record to sign him. More from @JamesPearceLFC 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979148258589958327) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T11:31Z 1.1M followers, 42.7K engagements "Maccabi Tel Aviv fans have been banned from attending their game against Aston Villa. This has led to government intervention comment from Keir Starmer a belief among some that the decision will be reversed and further criticism of the push to reverse the initial ban. @J_Tanswell & @PJBuckingham explain the situation. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979175576830103941) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T13:20Z 1.1M followers, 75K engagements "Enzo Maresca has been given a one-match touchline ban for misconduct after being sent off in Chelseas victory over Liverpool. It means Maresca will be absent from the touchline for Saturdays game against Nottingham Forest. More from @AliRampling" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978479566814371959) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T15:14Z 1.1M followers, 36.4K engagements "Cole Palmer has successfully trademarked the term Cold Palmer. That essentially means nobody can use the Chelsea forward's Cold nickname for commercial use without his permission as it grants him the exclusive legal rights. He has also successfully trademarked his autograph. Palmers successful application includes an exhaustive list of products he intends to sell using the trademarked term: 🧼 Soaps 🛁 Bath salts 🍟 Food snacks 🪒 Razor blades 📱 Mobile phone covers 🌊 Underwater vehicles 🖊 Stationery 🪀 Toys 🎄 Christmas crackers 🧸 Teddy bears ✍ @TBurrows16" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975599751643984054) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 295.7K engagements "Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool to give them a late lead against Southampton. And in sheer joy he celebrates by taking his shirt off and gets a second yellow card" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1970590598760669583) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-23T20:46Z 1.1M followers, 1.8M engagements "🏴 Can the spine of the team stay fit 🏴 Rashford or Gordon 🏴 Who is first-choice left back 🏴 What to do with Bellingham Palmer Foden Alexander-Arnold The questions Thomas Tuchel must answer after England secured World Cup qualification. ✍ @JackPittBrooke" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978363084927635851) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T07:31Z 1.1M followers, 45.1K engagements "Harry Kane will almost certainly start for England at the World Cup next year. The question is: Who should support him in attack Thomas Tuchel has a plethora of options" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978075943282307429) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T12:30Z 1.1M followers, 77.9K engagements ""Winning is almost like a drug you want to do it you want to achieve it." England striker Harry Kane speaks to @SarahShepSport in an exclusive interview about finally tasting success with Bayern Munich his concerns about heat at the 2026 World Cup and how he celebrates Oktoberfest in lederhosen. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978748122453975224) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 53.9K engagements "We asked the games dealmakers about: Best and worst deals Under-the-radar signings that could surprise people Will more players go on strike" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977630633338732883) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 8.4M engagements "Jack Wilshere has been appointed Luton Town manager. He will take charge of the team for the first time on Saturday when Luton face Mansfield Town" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977666909681377304) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T09:25Z 1.1M followers, 40.8K engagements "Tottenham Hotspurs owners have pledged to keep pumping money into the club to deliver success after announcing a 100million cash injection on Thursday. In a statement the club said the 100m capital which was provided by the Lewis family through ENIC would further strengthen the clubs financial position and equip the clubs leadership team with additional resources. The funding is the biggest known cash injection from ENIC since its takeover of Spurs in 2001 although it released 150m worth of capital in May 2022 with the club only taking up 97.5m. @JackPittBrooke 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976242052544200804) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T11:03Z 1.1M followers, 102.6K engagements "The celebrity spot is an important part of TV companies coverage of a Premier League match. A floor manager will be given the inside info camera operators told of the relevant location and commentators primed to work on those all-important puns. As Madonna demonstrated at Chelsea on Saturday high-profile figures rarely go unnoticed when they attend games. While some might be there for the glamour others are undoubtedly die-hard fans. Their identity can say a lot about a club. 📝 @TimSpiers 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976203731432558727) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T08:31Z 1.1M followers, 97.5K engagements "Sweden have gone 1-0 down to Kosovo. Fisnik Asllani has scored for the away side. As it stands Jon Dahl Tomasson's side will have one point from four games in their World Cup qualifying group" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977817845934543321) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T19:24Z 1.1M followers, 102.7K engagements "16.7% of the goals Arsenal have scored under Mikel Arteta in the Premier League have been from corners (68/408). In the league's history of the managers to see their teams score 300+ goals only Tony Pulis (21.9%) and Sean Dyche (18.6%) have seen a higher share of them netted from corners than Arteta. @OptaJoe" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974414441820078398) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-04T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 255.1K engagements "FIFA has confirmed Clutch Zayu and Maple as the mascots for the 2026 mens World Cup with a bald eagle a jaguar and a moose representing the three co-hosting nations: The United States Canada and Mexico. Each mascot also has its own narrative designed by FIFA and is given both a playing position on the soccer field and a backstory. 🦅 Clutch is dressed in the U.S mens national teams blue away kit. The bald eagle is recognizable for its place at the center of the Great Seal since 1782. An act of Congress signed by President Joe Biden in 2024 made the bald eagle the official national bird. 🫎" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1971213945303101586) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-25T14:03Z 1.1M followers, 272.7K engagements "Luis Diazs transfer fee of 70m might have seemed like a lot for someone who will turn XX halfway through his debut season at Bayern Munich. Hes proving otherwise. His signing has made them better faster. This - and more - in @SebSBs Bundesliga Briefing 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975501604938821671) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 82.4K engagements "Jean-Philippe Mateta scored his first goal for France in their 2-2 draw with Iceland. Ukraine's victory over Azerbaijan means they're in control of second place" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977839145235202082) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T20:49Z 1.1M followers, 55.8K engagements "Alisson has missed XX% of Liverpools Premier League games since joining in 2018 and has had five hamstring injuries in three years. So why is he so susceptible And what can Arne Slot do to protect him ✍ @greggevans40 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976237188963762373) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T10:43Z 1.1M followers, 85.8K engagements "West Midlands Police (WMP) has requested that supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv not be allowed to attend the Europa League game against Aston Villa in Birmingham on November X due to concerns over unrest sources briefed on the matter told The Athletic. The force has advised the citys Safety Advisory Group (SAG) against approving an away allocation at Villa Park and UEFA the competitions organiser is expected to follow the recommendation of local authorities. Full story from @J_Tanswell 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978846025986003211) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T15:30Z 1.1M followers, 2.1M engagements "Jaden Philogene's remarkable strike has Ipswich Town XX minutes away from their first win over Norwich City since 2009. An incredible goal. 📼 @SkyFootball" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974805360234881133) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-05T11:54Z 1.1M followers, 33.4K engagements "Iceland took the lead against Ukraine. Ukraine were 3-1 up at half-time. Iceland fought back to make it 3-3. Two late Ukraine goals earned them a 5-3 victory and the play-off spot in Group D one point ahead of Iceland. France top the group with nine points goals from Kylian Mbappe Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin making his return to international action after six years saw them run out 3-0 winners over Azerbaijan" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976752558086471897) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T20:51Z 1.1M followers, 102.4K engagements "How did Ollie Watkins miss from here" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976370476953055487) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T19:33Z 1.1M followers, 102.3K engagements "Its XX years since FSGs Liverpool takeover. They have won titles transformed Anfield courted controversy and apologised for not signing Clint Dempsey. So what now Our experts assess FSGs impact on Liverpools infrastructure finances and transfers and assess what the future holds. @JamesPearceLFC @Simon_Hughes__ @CWeatherspoon_ & @jcmccaffrey 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978384008372199876) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T08:54Z 1.1M followers, 76.9K engagements "Crystal Palace playmaker Yeremy Pino on Adam Wharton: Technically you just have to watch him and enjoy him. He has the quality to play in the Spain national team no doubt. ✍ @dermotmcorrigan" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978098844538671234) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 122K engagements "Crystal Palace's 19-game unbeaten run is ended by Everton. David Moyes' side came from a goal down to secure victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium courtesy of Iliman Ndiaye's penalty and Jack Grealish's late winner. Grealish knew little about his goal as Daniel Munoz's attempted clearance hit him. Do you think he cares" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974852315350741057) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-05T15:00Z 1.1M followers, 103.1K engagements "UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the decision to not allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa. The Athletic revealed on Thursday that West Midlands Police advised Birminghams Safety Advisory Group against approving an away allocation at Villa Park. This is what has happened:" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979089725370638477) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T07:38Z 1.1M followers, 79.5K engagements "Enzo Maresca has needed a moment like this at Stamford Bridge to truly form a bond with Chelsea supporters. Maresca has struggled to connect with Chelsea fans since he was hired in June last year. Only last week the Italian and his players were booed off the pitch after Brighton made the most of the rather generous hospitality provided by their hosts to win. Beating defending champions Liverpool with a late winner never does any harm to a head coachs chances of winning over a critical fanbase but by going on a dash down the touchline to celebrate with his players and being sent off for it" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975184516076405032) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-06T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 84.8K engagements "If there is anything close to a footballing Hogwarts it is probably La Masia. But even the school in the Harry Potter series did not have a production line like Barcelonas academy. La Masia helped produce Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal and the youngsters coming through are now vital to Barca after their recent financial trouble. @Laia_Cervello runs the rule over the players who could be the next breakthrough star at Barcelona" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976951283111411729) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 91.7K engagements "Giorgi Mamardashvili gives a penalty away against Spain but he redeems himself saving Ferran Torres' penalty" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977092277060485258) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T19:21Z 1.1M followers, 65.2K engagements "Turkey was once seen as a place where ageing footballers could go to earn a last big payday before retiring. But in the 2025 summer transfer window something changed. Victor Osimhen XX joined Galatasaray for 75m as the Turkish Super Lig registered the third-highest net spend in world football behind only the Premier League and the Saudi Pro League. Galatasaray who Liverpool face in the Champions League on Tuesday spent more than PSG Bayern Munich and Inter Milan. @TimSpiers went to Istanbul to find out what is going on:" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1972949790607761768) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-30T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 339.9K engagements "Trends are beginning to form after seven matchweeks: ⚽ In 2019-20 and 2020-21 just six per cent of throw-ins from the attacking third were sent into the penalty area. That figure steadily increased to XX per cent last season but has risen to more than XX per cent this season. ⛳ - ( - ) They have risen to XXX per game the highest in any season since 2010-11. 📉 -- The figure has fallen to XXX the lowest since 2010-11. 👟 The proportion of goal kicks taken long which had fallen for nine consecutive seasons has increased to XXXX per cent. 🙂 The proportion of headed goals has" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978774168901390667) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T10:45Z 1.1M followers, 75.8K engagements "Kevin De Bruyne has Belgium level against Wales. The Napoli midfielder scored from the penalty spot after a handball was given against Ethan Ampadu" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977815380598132894) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T19:15Z 1.1M followers, 46K engagements "There was a pitch invader in Wales' game with Belgium 🐭" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977840908940071338) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T20:56Z 1.1M followers, 109.3K engagements "Norway have missed the last XX international tournaments but they are looking good for a place at next year's World Cup. Stale Solbakken's side beat Israel 5-0 with Erling Haaland scoring a hat-trick and reaching XX goals for his country" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977069706097180869) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T17:52Z 1.1M followers, 80.8K engagements "This was no ordinary World Cup qualifier. Norways discomfort in hosting Israel was clear and an enormous security operation was deemed necessary in Oslo. The prospect of peace in Gaza has moved closer in the last seven days but Norway told the world again that its alliance is with Palestinian people" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977322170305888393) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T10:35Z 1.1M followers, 208K engagements "Senne Lammens impressed on his Manchester United debut but he wasn't always destined for the top. @mjcritchley speaks to people who know and worked with him to tell the story of a goalscoring goalkeeper who started as a striker and who they say owes his career to his drive to improve dislike of running in training and Club Brugge's two-year rule. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979186008261611714) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 54.1K engagements "Exclusive: Jurgen Klopps most extensive interview since joining Red Bull. 🔺 Why he doesnt want to coach again 🔺 How he responds to criticism of new job 🔺 Fears over player burn-out 🔺 A playful dig at Manchester United ✍ @AdamCrafton_ 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1972919590998183959) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-30T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 660.8K engagements "Manchester United are exploring whether to sell seat licences for a new stadium which would be built adjacent to the existing stadium at Old Trafford. Seat licences are not uncommon in the United States yet no European football club have offered them. They operate on the principle of a fan paying for the right to buy a ticket for a specific seat. It is understood that the licences will be optional and geared towards premium seating areas while normal general admission season tickets will still be available where a fan can have the same seat for every game and the ability to apply for away" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976295721931333714) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T14:36Z 1.1M followers, 270.8K engagements "Big change is brewing at the Bernabeu. Real Madrid like their Clasico rivals Barcelona have always been owned by their members since their foundation in 1902. Now alternatives to this model are being explored by president Florentino Perez and his advisors. Outside investment could come in. Fans would no longer be the sole owners. Madrid are the only football club to have ever recorded revenues of over 1bn but Perez still believes more funds are needed to compete with their Champions League rivals. Breaking with a 123-year-old tradition might be the only way to do it. 📝 @dermotmcorrigan 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978838594954400143) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T15:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.1M engagements "No managerial appointment in Liverpools history had created such a sense of fervour. It was just after 5.30pm on Thursday October X 2015 when Klopp arrived at the citys Hope Street Hotel. After the Mercedes V-Class he was travelling in had battled past the supporters outside he headed for The Sixth boardroom to sign a three-year contract alongside Tom Werner chief executive Ian Ayre and agent Marc Kosicke. A week earlier Klopp had flown to New York to meet Liverpools owners at the New York offices of law firm Shearman & Sterling after deciding to cut short his sabbatical five months after" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975871668544237969) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T10:31Z 1.1M followers, 164.7K engagements "Once in a while a photo of Liverpool's starting XI against Napoli in the Europa League from 2010 surfaces on social media. Its used as the contrast between Liverpool then and Liverpool now. Martin Kelly who features in that photo has his say on it. It was a strange time. Roy didnt have the budget so he was looking at free transfers and promoting youth. "I frequently get tagged in photos on social media of the team I was part of when we played Napoli away in the Europa League. Its used as the contrast between Liverpool then and Liverpool now. I always have a chuckle because we drew 0-0 and" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976634193409921250) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 158.4K engagements "It can cause embarrassment discomfort and anxiety but we don't talk about it; certainly not in elite sport. It affects every woman's daily life including athletes and teenage girls. And it impacts men too. Ignored taboo and often laughed at - this is why the pelvic floor muscle is important. 📝 @charlotteharpur 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979095410577936608) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 55.6K engagements "Manchester United borrowed a further 105million ($142.3m) to help fund their transfer spending this summer having upgraded their revolving credit facilities to a maximum limit of 350m ($474.4m). The Old Trafford club also extended their credit facilities to expire in December 2029 having previously had until June 2027 to repay the debt. Full story from @mjcritchley and @CWeatherspoon_ 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1968796855040356505) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-18T21:58Z 1.1M followers, 314.1K engagements "How did Ruben Amorim first settle on 3-4-3 as his preferred formation Why has he never wavered from it And what should we make of his own suggestions he might "change the system" @mjcritchley traces the roots of Amorim's football "idea" to find out. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978415933694595227) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 87.9K engagements "Nick Woltemade has scored his first goal for Germany and gives Julian Nagelsmann's side the lead against Northern Ireland" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977818871135633454) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-13T19:28Z 1.1M followers, 85.5K engagements "Thousands of fans used the FIFA Collect platform to purchase digital collectibles that came with the 'right to buy' (RTB) actual World Cup tickets. Now after values of RTBs collapsed and details of how it all works emerged many fans feel 'ripped off'. ✍ @HenryBushnell" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976671815541182725) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-10T15:31Z 1.1M followers, 61.3K engagements "Brighton owner Tony Bloom is deemed a football visionary he discusses the future of the Premier League with @AndyNaylorBHAFC. Rising spending will 'end in disaster' Embrace new ideas of US owners 'No need' for league games abroad #BHAFC won't sign a 100m player 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977993147369074762) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 229.2K engagements "Former Premier League striker Fabio Borini has joined League Two side Salford City who are owned by David Beckham and Gary Neville. The 34-year-old who previously represented Chelsea Liverpool and Sunderland scored XX goals in XXX top-flight games. The one-time Italy international who was a free agent after leaving Serie B side Sampdoria in July has now signed a short-term deal with Salford after training with the club. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979278627373224205) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T20:09Z 1.1M followers, 113.3K engagements "FIFA will charge both sellers and buyers a XX per cent fee on its official 2026 World Cup ticket resale platform which launched on Thursday and almost immediately had some tickets listed for tens of thousands of dollars. Many prices were several times or even more than XX times higher than those paid on the primary market on Wednesday. For the 2026 tournament adapting to the relatively unregulated secondary market in the United States and Canada FIFA chose not to cap resale prices because an official argued last month if FIFA did cap prices it could not stop sellers from going to third-party" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974044629868695657) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-03T09:31Z 1.1M followers, 207.6K engagements "It didn't take long for the USMNT's 2-1 victory against Australia to turn into an edgy and intense physical battle. Christian Pulisic lasted just XX minutes due to injury Australia defender Jason Geria paid the Milan forward close attention but insisted he wasnt specifically going out to batter him up. @HenryBushnell on the unfriendly friendly in Colorado. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978453556811194761) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T13:31Z 1.1M followers, 107.6K engagements "Armenia are down to XX men against Ireland after Tigran Barseghyan receives a straight red for a headbutt on Finn Azaz" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978193272582352919) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T20:16Z 1.1M followers, 60.9K engagements "Norway are 3-0 up against Israel after half an hour. The visitors have scored two own goals from Anan Khalaili & Idan Nachmias with Erling Haaland also scoring after his earlier penalty miss" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977051170129743887) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T16:38Z 1.1M followers, 58.2K engagements "There will be nine Premier League clubs playing in Europe this season - meaning nine Premier League clubs must comply with UEFA's spending regulations. Breaching these regulations can lead to significant fines and if they continue over a sustained period even a year's ban from European competition. It is impossible to state each club's position for certain but using all available information The BookKeeper @CWeatherspoon_ estimates how each matches up to UEFA's two tests which clubs are projected to breach the guidelines and what it all means" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1967846287442636885) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-09-16T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.5M engagements "Rasmus Hojlund's sixth goal of the season gives Denmark a 2-0 lead in their World Cup qualifier against Belarus. The Dane's fine start to the new campaign continues" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976369639967031724) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-09T19:30Z 1.1M followers, 71.9K engagements "Italian side Juventus are the subject of an investigation from UEFA into possible financial breaches. The Turin-based club received notification from European footballs governing body last month that proceedings had been opened into the three-year period from the 2022-23 season through to the 2024-25 campaign with an outcome expected in spring 2026. A breach of the rule could see the club hit with a financial penalty or potential sporting restrictions such as a limitation on registering players within squad lists for UEFA competitions. Full story from @JamesHorncastle 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978872442014630206) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T17:15Z 1.1M followers, 368.4K engagements "Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to give Ruben Amorim three years to prove himself at Manchester United. Is that really possible if results don't improve 🎧" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979238734131531875) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T17:31Z 1.1M followers, 32.6K engagements "Liverpool had taken the lead against Manchester City through Carolina Kapocs. But Iman Beney has levelled matters at Anfield. 📼 @SkySportsWSL" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977423814284951677) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T17:19Z 1.1M followers, 52.4K engagements "Former Tottenham director Fabio Paratici has returned to the club following the end of a 30-month ban from football activity. More from @nnamdionye" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978392561682174000) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-15T09:28Z 1.1M followers, 44K engagements "Harry Kane will miss Englands game against Wales on Thursday but Thomas Tuchel is convinced that he will be able to face Latvia on Tuesday. The England captain has not been able to train this week after arriving with an injury sustained in Bayern Munichs 3-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt last Saturday. More from @JackPittBrooke 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1976011650378387925) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-08T19:47Z 1.1M followers, 72.8K engagements "UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the decision to not allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa. Villa confirmed the decision on Thursday citing a number of physical and safety factors. West Midlands Police (WMP) advised Birminghams Safety Advisory Group (SAG) against approving an away allocation at Villa Park and UEFA the competitions organiser is expected to follow the recommendation of local authorities. Ayoub Khan the independent member of parliament for Perry Barr a district of Birmingham had been vocal" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978939511091421436) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T21:42Z 1.1M followers, 183K engagements "In the eighth edition of The Athletic's Alternative Premier League Table @anantaajith looks at how the XX teams commit fouls and what exactly they get booked for. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978763221717897703) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 72.9K engagements "Japan came from two goals down to beat Brazil 3-2 in a friendly in Tokyo. Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli had put Carlo Ancelotti's team 2-0 up at half-time but three goals in XX minutes from Takumi Minamino Keito Nakamura and Ayase Ueda earned victory for the hosts. Both sides have already qualified for next year's World Cup" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978077567157498329) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T12:36Z 1.1M followers, 276.1K engagements "Having set up two goals against Finland Memphis Depay has now provided the most assists for the Netherlands (35). The Corinthians forward has two more than Wesley Sneijder who previously held the record while his goal from the penalty spot was his 54th for his country he is now four ahead of Robin Van Persie the Netherlands' previous top scorer" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977440439000240178) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T18:25Z 1.1M followers, 108.4K engagements "10 winning goals in the 90th minute/stoppage time in 2025-26 already A sign of increased competitiveness in the division The rise of the 'finisher' The myth of Fergie Time And why Jurgen Klopp remains the king of late winners This is the golden era of late goals in the Premier League @Conor0Neill_ explains why 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979110384717172998) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 36.8K engagements "Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says the club have had early conversations with manager Oliver Glasner over extending his contract. Parish also discussed Adam Wharton's future" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977392219427410413) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T15:13Z 1.1M followers, 77.7K engagements "The side watched by 3000 fans - three per cent of the population The country with more waterfalls than professional players The nation who need to lose heavily to boost their hopes The team representing a smaller land mass than the Isle of Man After Cape Verde booked their place at the 2026 World Cup this week who are the XX smallest teams (by population) who can join them in qualifying for next summer's tournament ✍ @will_jeanes" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978808395311280433) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 69.8K engagements "Manchester United have submitted an improved offer to Brentford totalling in excess of 60million ($81.1m) for Bryan Mbeumo. #MUFC More from @lauriewhitwell" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1937245507853910244) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-06-23T20:24Z 1.1M followers, 2M engagements "The police and crime commissioner for the West Midlands has called for an immediate review of the decision not to allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa in Birmingham. Simon Foster said he had ordered a special meeting of Birminghams Safety Advisory Group and West Midlands Police to determine if the decision is appropriate necessary justified reasonable and a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim and to consider potential alternatives. The aim is for the meeting to take place today but the order has also" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979134807448715493) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T10:38Z 1.1M followers, 51.4K engagements "In some quarters this will be welcomed. There is no shortage of pundits and fans who say Pep Guardiolas influence has been a turn-off claiming the focus on possession and building from the back had sucked the joy spontaneity and unpredictability out of the Premier League. But the backlash against Guardiola and possession-based football raised certain questions that the opening weeks of this Premier League campaign have brought into sharper context. What type of football do people want to see" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978788633848021352) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-16T11:42Z 1.1M followers, 52.2K engagements "The '007' insult is being used to discredit Florian Wirtz and other players who start slowly in the Premier League. But Thierry Henry is the ultimate proof that judging players' goals and assists return after seven matches is deeply flawed. @Conor0Neill_ explains why Wirtz and those who take time to make an impact should be given some licence. to chill. 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974369142766539197) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-04T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 5M engagements "Manchester City are breathing down Chelsea's necks at the top of the table as Liverpool's poor start to the WSL continues. Goals from Iman Beney and Aoba Fujino see City come from behind to win at Anfield Liverpool are yet to pick up a point this season" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977431613735608431) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T17:50Z 1.1M followers, 46.4K engagements "Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca says Cole Palmer will not return from his groin injury for another six weeks. It means Palmer could miss another nine matches. Maresca who had downplayed the serious nature of the issue before insists the 23-year-old does not need surgery. More from @SJohnsonSport 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1979123857521811567) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-17T09:54Z 1.1M followers, 65.7K engagements "When the transfer window closed at the start of September we ranked all XXX Premier League summer signings. Marcus Bettinelli was bottom of the list Joao Palhinha was top. But a lot can change in just over a month so we have assessed all of their performances and re-ranked them this time based on their impact so far. The biggest faller Randal Kolo Muani down XXX places. The biggest riser Marco Bizot up XXX places. Only six players stay in the same position and there are six new entrants in the top XX. ✍ @TimSpiers 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1975456432213344735) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-07T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 266K engagements "Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez has withdrawn from the Argentina squad with membrane swelling in his right knee. The knee issue could be another blow to Chelseas midfield as they are still missing Cole Palmer and summer-signing Dario Essugo. @SJohnsonSport" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977067859978469684) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-11T17:44Z 1.1M followers, 68.1K engagements "Cape Verde is a small collection of islands off Africas west coast. Its population is 525000. It has only been an independent country since 1975. And its national team features players drawn from XX countries - from Ireland to the U.S. How on earth did they qualify for their first ever World Cup @NickMiller79 went to find out" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978060969386352736) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T11:31Z 1.1M followers, 145.5K engagements "What do footballers eat @J_Tanswell meets a personal chef who works with Premier League footballers to run us through their day. 🧑🍳 Buying ingredients at 7am 🧑🍳 Tailoring meal plans for each player 🧑🍳 Working in tandem with clubs 🧑🍳 Why garlic ginger and turmeric are key 🔗" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1978023220621070800) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-14T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 53.1K engagements "Ipswich Town's 6013-day wait for a win over Norwich City is over. Cedric Kipre's goal from a corner Jaden Philogene's wonderstrike and Jack Clarke's close-range effort earn Ipswich derby victory for the first time since XX April 2009" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1974821174749335895) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-05T12:57Z 1.1M followers, 31.3K engagements "Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is the latest high-profile figure to come to the defence of Florian Wirtz following his slow start to life at Liverpool" [X Link](https://x.com/TheAthleticFC/status/1977417219358540228) [@TheAthleticFC](/creator/x/TheAthleticFC) 2025-10-12T16:52Z 1.1M followers, 75.4K engagements
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Arsenal's William Saliba has agreed to a new contract that will run until 2030. The 24-year-old centre-back's deal is expected to be signed in the coming days. This development comes after a series of significant events in the football world, including the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw and various team performances.
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"NEWS: FIFA held discussions on Tuesday about expanding the mens World Cup to be a 64-team tournament in 2030 after receiving a formal pitch from a South American delegation. ✍ @AdamCrafton_"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-24T05:23Z 1.1M followers, 2.7M engagements
"Arsenal are in discussions over extending their sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda. The club have been criticised for their association with the tourist board of the African country and the sponsorship has been the subject of supporter protests. ✍ @gunnerblog & @Dan_Sheldon_"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-06T14:32Z 1.1M followers, 230.7K engagements
"Are Bayern Munich the best team in Europe Vincent Kompany has made them one of the most tactically flexible sides on the continent. @Jon_Mackenzie"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 50.2K engagements
"The nominees for the 2025 Golden Ball have been revealed. Who would you vote for"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T17:22Z 1.1M followers, 85.9K engagements
"Its not a full 2000s revival but the Premier League is less expansive less creative and more direct. There are fewer passes more long throws and more set-piece goals. Those who accuse Pep Guardiola of sucking the fun out of football should be careful what they wish for. @OliverKay 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 127.1K engagements
"In the previous international break in September Turkey conceded six to Spain. In this international break Vincenzo Montella's side have scored XX six against Bulgaria and four against Georgia"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T21:46Z 1.1M followers, 79.6K engagements
"Jack Wilshere is close to being appointed as manager of League One side Luton Town. The former #AFC youth coach has been without a club since leaving Norwich City at the end of last season"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T19:40Z 1.1M followers, 69.2K engagements
"Welcome back to the Premier League. Quick recap: Arsenal are still top Wolves are still bottom - but we got @OliverKay @PhilHay_ @Conor0Neill_ @EliasBurke and @reallycerys to discuss everything in between. Slots Liverpool answers Semenyo vs Haaland Amorims (relative) safety Postecoglous false start Most surprising success stories 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 42.2K engagements
"Are you enjoying what you are seeing this season ✍ @OliverKay"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T11:43Z 1.1M followers, 36.5K engagements
"As the Manchester derby took place at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday the first choice goalkeepers for the two clubs last season Ederson and Andre Onana were facing off 2000 miles away in the Turkish Super Lig. @TimSpiers was in Istanbul to see how they got on with the former Manchester United 'keeper producing a sensational man of the match performance for 10-man Trabzonspor 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-15T18:01Z 1.1M followers, 82.6K engagements
"The introduction of goal music when Chelsea score at Stamford Bridge has caused a proper kerfuffle with an online petition and plenty of grumbles from supporters. One of their bugbears is that Chelsea Dagger doesnt actually have anything to do with Chelsea Football Club. What songs do have something to do with Chelsea then In honour of the long contracts they give to all their players how about Eight Years by Bjorn Torske Bit niche OK fair enough. Fumble by Trey Songz whenever Robert Sanchez lets another one in Oh yeah I see were looking for Chelsea goal music not the opposition. Fine well"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 133.3K engagements
"Thomas Tuchel saw the humour in the singing from the England fans in their game against Latvia"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T21:27Z 1.1M followers, 66.8K engagements
"Everton ended Crystal Palace's club record 19-game unbeaten run on Sunday after coming from a goal down to win 2-1 at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Do you know who ended Palace's previous longest unbeaten run which lasted XX matches between February and August 1969 Everton. Just like on Sunday they came from a goal down to win 2-1 at Goodison Park"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-06T17:31Z 1.1M followers, 289.2K engagements
"At first glance it could have been an image from Pirates of the Caribbean only with the buccaneers wearing neon bibs and kicking footballs around a field. Instead the setting was the Italian football federation centre in Coverciano where coach Silvio Baldini had tasked his under-21 players with wearing eye patches during training ahead of upcoming games with Sweden and Armenia. The idea is that wearing an eye patch helps develop depth perception and the sharpness of the dominant eye (the one a persons brain relies on more for processing information). Most but not all people have an alignment"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 168.5K engagements
"England have beaten Latvia 5-0 and qualify for next summer's World Cup. Goals from Anthony Gordon Harry Kane (2) Eberechi Eze & an own goal from Maksims Tonisevs give Thomas Tuchel's side the three points in Riga"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T20:39Z 1.1M followers, 42.9K engagements
"Gianni Infantino believes the football industry needs to be more open-minded about when it stages its biggest tournaments. No dates have been announced for the 2034 World Cup but it expected to be another winter tournament with a strong possibility it will actually be held in early 2035 to avoid the Muslim holy month of Ramadan which falls in November and December in 2034. More from @mjshrimper 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T13:12Z 1.1M followers, 207.5K engagements
"Brooklyn Earick has confirmed to the London Stock Exchange that he does not intend to make a firm offer to buy Tottenham Hotspur. Earicks statement brings an end to XX days of speculation over a possible move to buy Tottenham. ✍ @JackPittBrooke"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-06T18:16Z 1.1M followers, 50.6K engagements
"Manchester United were trailing Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium. But Melvine Malard's strike and an unfortunate own goal from Hikaru Kitagawa have turned things around for Marc Skinner's side"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T12:37Z 1.1M followers, 48.2K engagements
"Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski will likely miss this months Clasico against Real Madrid after suffering a hamstring injury. More from @Laia_Cervello"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T12:15Z 1.1M followers, 41.9K engagements
"Sir Jim Ratcliffes cost-cutting regime designed to make Manchester United profitable again epitomises that financial landscape. That approach has come with consequences not least concerning the academy building which dates back to 2002 and had a refurbishment in 2017. There are allegations toilets have been left uncleaned bins unemptied and pitch perimeters worn and littered with complaints made that there are not enough maintenance staff employed to maintain standards. There was also an embarrassing episode in which Manchester United's Under-13s asking to borrow socks and shorts from Everton"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T11:47Z 1.1M followers, 173.2K engagements
"I didnt mean to provoke anyone; I was just caught up in the emotions of the occasion. Werder Bremen forward Medina Desic has apologised for holding up a provocative sign following her teams 2-0 win over Hamburg on Saturday in the German Frauen Bundesliga. ✍ @SebSB"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T10:12Z 1.1M followers, 80.2K engagements
"How do you stop this version of Jess Park Signed in the summer from rivals Manchester City the 23-year-old is already so integral to Manchester Uniteds attack. The move was viewed by some as a sideways step but Park has swiftly established herself as one of the season's most exhilarating players. Park didnt start at Hill Dickinson Stadium yet the game still turned on her introduction evidenced by Everton organising their entire game plan to negate Parks influence only to discover she wasnt in the starting XI. Her double from the substitutes' bench was emblematic of her transformation into one"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 128.2K engagements
"It took Cristiano Ronaldo XXX games to score XX international goals. It took Lionel Messi XXX. Erling Haaland only needed XX matches to reach that milestone with Norway. Ali Daei who scored his 100th goal for Iran in his 131st cap is the fastest player to reach the century mark in international football. Few would bet against Haaland obliterating that record. ✍ @EliasBurke"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 131.2K engagements
"Caoimhin Kelleher loves saving a penalty and he's just stopped Cristiano Ronaldo from the spot"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T20:23Z 1.1M followers, 76K engagements
"There have been nine goals between Borussia Monchengladbach and Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga - but that is not the biggest talking point. Neither the referee nor VAR determined this to be handball by Monchengladbach's Yannik Engelhardt in the penalty area"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-27T18:20Z 1.1M followers, 47.5K engagements
"A small legend stitched into the collar of Ibis Sport Club's red-and-black jerseys says it all. "The worst team in the world" it reads. Between 1980 and 1984 Ibis won none of their XX matches. Their goal difference over that period was minus XXX. Ibis say this was the longest winless run in football history. That sequence was so bad that they had little choice but to lean into the misery of it all. Their mascot is called Derrotinha Little Defeat. They have attracted global fame as a result. Their most celebrated player A hairdresser who goes by the nickname Mauro Shampoo who only ever scored"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 75K engagements
""The same logic that applies to Bellingham has to apply to Palmer." Has Chelsea's Cole Palmer got a fight on his hands to make England's World Cup squad"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T15:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.3M engagements
"Millie Bright has announced her retirement from international football. Bright XX withdrew from the England squad in May making herself unavailable for the European Championship later in the summer. At the time she said she was mentally and physically at her limit and needed an extended period of recovery. Bright played XX times for England after making her debut in 2016 scoring six goals. Bright captained her country at the 2023 World Cup where they finished as runners-up behind Spain. Bright was also a mainstay in the team which triumphed at the Euros in 2021. @charlotteharpur"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T15:24Z 1.1M followers, 88.2K engagements
"Some said he would struggle with the physicality of the English game. Others mocked him as 'Cuiaba-Man' making out he would only score or assist against smaller teams. But after scoring his first Premier League goal and starring for the national team this month Estevao's stock is higher than ever. This is what Brazil thinks of the 18-year-old who has long been regarded as 'the next Neymar'. 📝 @SJohnsonSport 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 81.6K engagements
"Happy birthday Sir Bobby Charlton. Arguably Manchester Uniteds most important modern player and perhaps Englands greatest Charlton would have been XX today. He died two years ago this month the news breaking on a Saturday afternoon. It seemed appropriate as does Charltons birth date falling on an international weekend. As does coming across a rare old book of his: Bobby Charltons Book of Soccer. It was published in October 1960 two years after the Munich Air Disaster to coincide with Charltons 23rd birthday. On page XX he names his World XI and given the books date anyone in 2025 guessing"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 115.8K engagements
"Chelsea and PSG reached the Club World Cup final. Both are missing key players. Enzo Maresca said its probably a consequence of the Club World Cup. But how much impact is the tournament and a shortened pre-season having on injuries ✍ @reallycerys"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 84.7K engagements
"Manchester United win the first Women's Super League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Marc Skinner's side came from a goal down to record a resounding win against Everton: Melvine Malard's strike Jess Park's double and an own goal from Hikaru Kitagawa see United leave Merseyside with a 4-1 win"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T13:00Z 1.1M followers, 128.4K engagements
"Granit Xhaka's penalty and Johan Mazambi's 94th-minute strike earn Switzerland a 2-0 win away against Sweden Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak both started but they couldnt find a breakthrough. Sweden face a real fight to make the World Cup they have only one point from their first three qualifiers and are three points behind Kosovo who occupy the play-off spot. Switzerland with nine points have nearly sealed qualification"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T20:43Z 1.1M followers, 168.8K engagements
"While World Cup qualifying continues in earnest in some parts of the globe and winds down in others the team everyone is hoping to dethrone next summer has spent its preparation time in the most curious of fashions. Between two friendly matches against subpar opponents a last-minute change of venue and a marketing strategy that undermined the national teams brand Argentina endured a poorly planned week in the U.S. @FelipeCar looks at Argentina's wasted window 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T17:01Z 1.1M followers, 95.4K engagements
"Everton have won just three of their last XX home Premier League matches when they've conceded first. . 🔵 Everton 3-2 Crystal Palace XX May 2022 🔵 Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace XX September 2024 🔵 Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace X October 2025 Stat: @OptaJoe"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-05T15:26Z 1.1M followers, 331.3K engagements
"West Bromwich Albion fan Mark Townsend XX died in September 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at Hillsborough. For two weeks an inquest has heard evidence about the circumstances of his death. It gave a detailed insight into how fans medical care is provided in modern football and has proposed changes for future responses to similar situations. This is what the inquest told us and the lessons that can be learned from it. @SteveMadeley78 & @jwhitey98 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 173.6K engagements
"Joe Rodon has given Wales the lead against Belgium. A defeat tonight would leave Rudi Garcia's team with lots to do to qualify for next summer's World Cup"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T19:03Z 1.1M followers, 45.4K engagements
"We need to talk about Adam Wharton. Instead of facing Wales and preparing for England's World Cup qualifier against Latvia the Crystal Palace midfielder has been taking a break and among other things catching up with his grandparents. The 21-year-old has rare technical qualities but doubts have long lingered over his physical profile. Whatever those question marks surely there must soon be a place in the squad for someone with his kind of vision ✍ @stujames75"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 241.8K engagements
"Explaining the latest on the Manchester United ownership: 📱 How a tweet sparked speculation ❓ What are drag-along rights 🧐 Why could Glazers be tempted to sell 💷 How much could the club cost ✍ @lauriewhitwell @Dan_Sheldon_ @CWeatherspoon_ @mjcritchley"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 86K engagements
"Ange Postecoglou insists he will bring success to Nottingham Forest if he is given the time to do so. The Greek-born Australian finds himself under increasing pressure at the City Ground after failing to notch up a win during his first seven games in charge. But while Postecoglou faces a potentially pivotal fixture when Chelsea visit tomorrow the former Celtic and Tottenham manager remains bullish about his ability to bring success to the club. More from @nottmtails 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T15:00Z 1.1M followers, 33.1K engagements
"Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate has withdrawn from the France squad due to a thigh injury. The 26-year-old was an unused substitute during Frances 3-0 World Cup qualifier victory over Azerbaijan on Friday. More from @JamesPearceLFC & @nnamdionye"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T15:11Z 1.1M followers, 88.8K engagements
"Graham Potter has said he is open to managing the Sweden national team and that he has feelings for the country. Im open to anything where I feel I can help he said in an interview with Swedish outlet Fotbollskanalen. The job as (manager) for the Swedish national team is fantastic. I have feelings for Sweden. I love the country and I love Swedish football. I have a lot to be grateful for towards Swedish football. Potter managed Swedish side Ostersund for seven years before leaving for Swansea City in the summer of 2018 and he has also taken charge of Premier League clubs Brighton and Chelsea."
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T16:24Z 1.1M followers, 219.2K engagements
"European football chiefs have introduced a new format for the mens Champions League starting in 2027-28 that will see the competition begin with a standalone Tuesday night match at the home of the reigning champions. The rest of the opening league matches will then be played across the following Wednesday and Thursday as part of an effort to increase visibility for all the competing clubs. It is not yet known if a similar change will be brought into the womens game. More from @mjshrimper 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T16:34Z 1.1M followers, 261.6K engagements
"Manchester Uniteds 2024-25 financial results show they were loss-making for a sixth year in a row. But as @CWeatherspoon_ points out that tells only part of the story. 💰 Rival revenues catching up 📈 Largest transfer debt in world 📉 Wage bill at lowest since 2020 💸 Player sales improving 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 110.9K engagements
"Thomas Tuchel signed his contract as England Head Coach one year ago today. He faced six major issues: Lack of time before the World Cup Sluggish performances Downbeat mood Star players versus team ethic Getting the best from Jude Bellingham The need to exert his authority @JackPittBrooke on the answers Tuchel has found and the problems he still needs to solve ahead of the World Cup 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 121.4K engagements
"Arsenal are looking at expanding the Emirates but many hurdles await. In thinking that echoes the creation of the Emirates they are analysing their capacity from a position of strength. The team is doing well and demand for tickets is relentless. To keep up though they dare not stand still. ✍ @amylawrence71 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 151.3K engagements
"Harry Kane has XX goal involvements in XXX caps for England (76 goals XX assists). The Bayern Munich forward's work ethic is not up for question but is he still under-appreciated at international level 🎙 @AyoAkinwo @CDEccleshare"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 37.9K engagements
"Everton had five different permanent managers in Abdoulaye Doucoures five years at the club. His spell also saw two points deductions for separate financial breaches and rumours of financial implosion. You could see we were a big target" the midfielder said. "They were attacking the club even us as players because we didnt do anything wrong. If the club makes a mistake its not on us and you could feel like this was unfair for us. We were confident we were going to stay up and it just became a joke. Tomorrow were going to get five or six points (deducted) again. It was a motivation. We said"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 116K engagements
"The Premier League returns after the international break with Liverpool vs Manchester United the pick of the games. @OliverKay goes up against an Athletic subscriber an algorithm and a child in our weekly Premier League predictions game. How will Manchester United get on an Anfield Is everyone certain of an Arsenal win at Fulham Can Ange Postecoglou break his Nottingham Forest duck against Chelsea 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 45.2K engagements
"Ashleigh Plumptre said she deeply hurt people when she became the first player to move from the Womens Super League to the Saudi Womens Premier League but that Saudi life is like a peace bubble. More from @JessMCHopkins"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T12:37Z 1.1M followers, 54.1K engagements
"The Football Association is considering holding an England mens training camp in Miami before the World Cup next year. England became the first European nation to qualify for the tournament which is being hosted in Canada Mexico and the United States after thrashing Latvia 5-0 on Tuesday night. Now Thomas Tuchel Englands head coach and the FA are turning their attention on where to acclimatise their squad before the tournament beginning on June XX. More from @Dan_Sheldon_ 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T16:15Z 1.1M followers, 79.4K engagements
"Ben Hiscox died after colliding with the clubhouse wall during an amateur game in April 2015. Alex Fletcher suffered brain damage and multiple fractures to his skull after hitting a perimeter wall in November 2022. Billy Vigar died aged XX after colliding with a brick wall during Chichester Citys game at Wingate & Finchley on September XX. Nobody should lose their life playing a game of football says Clive Hiscox Ben's father. It's a ticking time bomb waiting to happen again whilst stadiums are still able to operate in this way adds Fletcher. @DTathletic & @stujames75"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-29T16:00Z 1.1M followers, 322.4K engagements
"Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Emanuel Emegha from BlueCo sister club RC Strasbourg. Last season the 22-year-old scored XX goals and provided three assists in XX appearances in Ligue X. More from @Millar_Colin"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-12T12:03Z 1.1M followers, 45.5K engagements
"Javi Gracia returns to Watford in another change of head coach under Gino Pozzo"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T11:12Z 1.1M followers, 65.2K engagements
"About a year ago I asked Mikel Arteta when he knew he was ready. He laughed and said you just have to jump in and swim as hard as you can. Jack Wilshere is the new Luton Town manager. @ArtdeRoche watched the 33-year-old's unveiling at Kenilworth Road"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T12:31Z 1.1M followers, 216.7K engagements
"Money does not go to his head. He has not changed he has not forgotten where he comes from his family his first steps. He stays humble. @charlotteharpur visited Bryan Mbeumos hometown of Avallon in France with a population of just over 6000 to ask his family friends former team-mates teachers and coaches what he is really like. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 91.7K engagements
"Cape Verde become the third first-time qualifiers for next year's World Cup: Uzbekistan Jordan Cape Verde"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T18:37Z 1.1M followers, 88.2K engagements
"A huge result for Northern Ireland as they strive for World Cup qualification their 2-0 win over Slovakia at Windsor Park means there are now three teams level on six points in Group A. Michael O'Neill's team sit in the play-off spot ahead of Slovakia on goal difference Germany who beat Luxembourg 4-0 top the group"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T20:41Z 1.1M followers, 105.1K engagements
"Ange Postecolgou today offered an impassioned defence of his time at Spurs where he won the Europa League but finished 17th in the Premier League. With it he opened up an old debate among Tottenham fans but it is how Nottingham Forest and their fans respond to his rhetoric that matters now. 📝 @Dan_KP 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T18:30Z 1.1M followers, 43.6K engagements
"Wolves manager Vtor Pereira was sent off just moments before his side took the lead against Brighton & Hove Albion at Molineux. Marshall Munetsi's volley came back off the underside of the bar only to cannon off Bart Verbruggen and into the net. Brighton & Hove Albion's wait for a clean sheet in the Premier League goes on"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-05T13:36Z 1.1M followers, 95.1K engagements
"Goals from Jamie Gittens Rico Lewis and a double from Divin Mubama earned England a comfortable 4-0 victory in their Under-21 Euro 2027 qualifier against Moldova"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T17:57Z 1.1M followers, 61.5K engagements
"Cape Verde have qualified for the mens World Cup for the first time following a 3-0 win against Eswatini"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T18:14Z 1.1M followers, 338.1K engagements
"Ange Postecoglou faces uncertainty over his role as Nottingham Forest manager after failing to win any of his first seven games. From Sabri Lamouchi to Aitor Karanka @nottmtails looks at how owner Evangelos Marinakis has dealt with struggling managers in the past. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 69.5K engagements
"To many other football countries sacking a national team coach is a regular event; almost part of the fun. But in the history of the Sweden mens football side no national team coach had officially been fired. Theyd resigned or theyd reached the end of their contract. Until now. Jon Dahl Tomasson has become the first exception to the rule. Swedens 1-0 defeat to Kosovo in Gothenburg on Monday was arguably the lowest point in the history of Swedish football; not because the result was a shock but because it wasnt. ✍ @zonal_marking"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T15:31Z 1.1M followers, 218.4K engagements
"Last month Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati collected her third Ballon d'Or in a row dressed in copper sequins at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. By the morning she was having breakfast in her street clothes at her favourite cafe in Sant Pere de Ribes her hometown XX minutes south of Barcelona. Bonmati is fiercely proud of her Ribes roots. @Laia_Cervello visited to find out what she means to its people. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 97.5K engagements
"Scotland get the job done against Belarus. just. Goals from Che Adams and Scott McTominay earn them a precious three points in their pursuit of World Cup qualification. Belarus scored late at Hampden Park through Gleb Kuchko had a goal disallowed in the second half and ended the match having had XX shots"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T18:01Z 1.1M followers, 108.4K engagements
"The feeling is that Nottingham Forest's game against Chelsea or the outcome of it could have a decisive influence on Ange Postecoglous future. But ultimately it will be down to the mood of Evangelos Marinakis. The Forest owner has been pondering his options That is not unusual the Greek shipping magnate always likes to have a plan B in place. Historically he normally knows who he wants to appoint or even has a replacement in place before deciding to make a change. Having options does not always mean Marinakis will utilise them but he has been seeking the counsel of those close to him to gauge"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T12:01Z 1.1M followers, 173.5K engagements
"Chelsea maintain their grip on top spot in the WSL. Keira Walsh's second-half strike was enough for Sonia Bompastor's side to seal a 1-0 victory against Tottenham at Kingsmeadow"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T12:55Z 1.1M followers, 41.2K engagements
"Chelsea and England playmaker Cole Palmer has successfully trademarked the term Cold Palmer. Palmers application submitted to the UK governments Intellectual Property Office in November was approved on Friday. Full story from @TBurrows16"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T13:15Z 1.1M followers, 287.5K engagements
"Erling Haaland's hat-trick against Israel moves him past half a century of goals for Norway"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T17:35Z 1.1M followers, 100.1K engagements
"Newcastle Uniteds academy produces young footballers but what they do there is way more than just football. @GeorgeCaulkin & @ChrisDHWaugh go behind the scenes and speak to coaches teachers and players on the trials and tribulations of a Premier League academy. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 119.4K engagements
"We asked XX agents to name the deal they thought was the best of the transfer window. Donnarumma. I also thought about Jack Grealish. I know hes a loan and you pay a lot for his wages but youre not paying a (transfer) fee for a player of that calibre who has obviously got the bit between his teeth. But I think Donnarumma really pushes Manchester City back in the title mix. He will save them points this season. So hes the best signing especially given what they paid for him. ' :"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T08:42Z 1.1M followers, 415.8K engagements
"On Friday night Oslo will stage a vital World Cup qualifier. But it is also a political powder keg after Norway called for opponents Israel to be thrown out of the competition due to their governments actions in Gaza. This is how a football game took on geopolitical significance. ✍ @PJBuckingham 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 88.5K engagements
"Ruben Amorim says he feels the support from Sir Jim Ratcliffe every day after Manchester Uniteds co-owner pledged to give him three years in charge. He added that although he is pleased the leadership understand time is needed he doesn't like that this is the case. 📝 @lauriewhitwell 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T15:08Z 1.1M followers, 60.5K engagements
"Sweden's defeat to Kosovo leaves them with one point from their four World Cup qualifying games"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T20:47Z 1.1M followers, 267K engagements
"Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch will be assessed after being replaced at half-time during Netherlands victory over Finland on Sunday. Ronald Koeman explained Gravenberch had been experiencing hamstring discomfort. @JamesPearceLFC"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T14:15Z 1.1M followers, 179.4K engagements
"It is only six weeks since Yeremy Pino joined Crystal Palace but he already knows the worst thing about London. "The traffic is really s*** nothing like Villarreal but Im feeling good" he says. After a promising start to life in the Premier League the Spain international tells @dermotmcorrigan about taking inspiration from David Silva and Santi Cazorla speaking Spanish with Jean-Philippe Mateta and what makes Adam Wharton so special. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 346.8K engagements
"For the first time under Arne Slot Liverpool have lost three successive matches. @anantaajith @adjones_journo & @greggevans40 analyse the cause of this slump: 🔎 Opponents now wise to Gravenberch 🔎 Salah gamble currently not paying off 🔎 Lack of options out wide 🔎 Slot's subs not working 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 55.4K engagements
"FIFA has changed the mens international calendar for the 2026-2030 period by merging the September and October international breaks into one. Currently there are separate international windows beginning in the first full week of September and the second full week of October the current window with each nation playing a maximum of two matches in each. From 2026 onwards this will be condensed into one period which covers the final full week of September and early October in which each nation can participate in a maximum of four matches. The change means that clubs across the Premier League and"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-06T15:55Z 1.1M followers, 170.2K engagements
"Six nations () qualified for the 2026 World Cup on XX October 2025. Here are the XX countries that have confirmed their place at next summer's tournament. Canada Mexico USA Australia Iran Japan Jordan South Korea Qatar Saudi Arabia Uzbekistan Algeria Cape Verde Egypt Ghana Ivory Coast Morocco Senegal South Africa Tunisia Argentina Brazil Colombia Ecuador Paraguay Uruguay New Zealand 🏴 England"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T21:16Z 1.1M followers, 213K engagements
"🔵 Is Chelseas transfer strategy working 🔴 Are Arsenal in PSR trouble 🔲 How much does the Isak money help Newcastle ⚪ Why dont Fulham sign more players @CWeatherspoon_ answers your most pressing questions about your club's finances"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 42.1K engagements
"Italy beat Israel and close the gap to Norway in Group I. But Stale Solbakken's side still have their fate in their hands and it looks likely that Gennaro Gattuso's team will have to go through a play-off to qualify for next summer's World Cup"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T21:34Z 1.1M followers, 71.7K engagements
"Sergio Busquets has announced that he will retire from football at the end of the MLS season. The 37-year-old Inter Miami player made the announcement in a video posted on Instagram on Friday. Miamis final MLS game of the season is against Atlanta United at the Chase Stadium on October XX. More from @nnamdionye 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-26T08:50Z 1.1M followers, 75.5K engagements
"Chelsea are trying to improve the atmosphere at Stamford Bridge but the changes are not going down well with fans. @ReubenPinder"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 126.4K engagements
"Manchester City's John Stones has revealed he considered retiring last season due to persistent injuries. The 31-year-old defender made only XX Premier League appearances in the 2024-25 campaign as he struggled with foot and hamstring problems. His last game of the season came in February and in June he referred to the previous two years as dark days. Last season was tough for me to the point where I thought about stopping Stones told told the BBC on Tuesday. I didnt want to do it. I had had enough of being so professional and trying to do everything right in my power to then keep breaking"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T08:46Z 1.1M followers, 226K engagements
"Brandon Comley's grandfather rarely spoke about being born in Montserrat - but when he did that set the London-born Walsall midfielder on the path to playing for them. And now he's the tiny Caribbean national team's captain. He tells @RoshaneSport just how much that means to him 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 59.3K engagements
"Chelsea expect Cole Palmer to be sidelined until November following a club meeting about his groin injury. It means he is set to miss his club's games against: 🌳 Nottingham Forest (PL) 🔴 Ajax (UCL) 🐈 Sunderland (PL) 🐺 Wolves (CC) @SJohnsonSport"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T10:34Z 1.1M followers, 83K engagements
"Arne Slot believes Alexander Isak is at full fitness and ready to show why Liverpool broke the British transfer record to sign him. More from @JamesPearceLFC 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T11:31Z 1.1M followers, 42.7K engagements
"Maccabi Tel Aviv fans have been banned from attending their game against Aston Villa. This has led to government intervention comment from Keir Starmer a belief among some that the decision will be reversed and further criticism of the push to reverse the initial ban. @J_Tanswell & @PJBuckingham explain the situation. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T13:20Z 1.1M followers, 75K engagements
"Enzo Maresca has been given a one-match touchline ban for misconduct after being sent off in Chelseas victory over Liverpool. It means Maresca will be absent from the touchline for Saturdays game against Nottingham Forest. More from @AliRampling"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T15:14Z 1.1M followers, 36.4K engagements
"Cole Palmer has successfully trademarked the term Cold Palmer. That essentially means nobody can use the Chelsea forward's Cold nickname for commercial use without his permission as it grants him the exclusive legal rights. He has also successfully trademarked his autograph. Palmers successful application includes an exhaustive list of products he intends to sell using the trademarked term: 🧼 Soaps 🛁 Bath salts 🍟 Food snacks 🪒 Razor blades 📱 Mobile phone covers 🌊 Underwater vehicles 🖊 Stationery 🪀 Toys 🎄 Christmas crackers 🧸 Teddy bears ✍ @TBurrows16"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T16:31Z 1.1M followers, 295.7K engagements
"Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool to give them a late lead against Southampton. And in sheer joy he celebrates by taking his shirt off and gets a second yellow card"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-23T20:46Z 1.1M followers, 1.8M engagements
"🏴 Can the spine of the team stay fit 🏴 Rashford or Gordon 🏴 Who is first-choice left back 🏴 What to do with Bellingham Palmer Foden Alexander-Arnold The questions Thomas Tuchel must answer after England secured World Cup qualification. ✍ @JackPittBrooke"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T07:31Z 1.1M followers, 45.1K engagements
"Harry Kane will almost certainly start for England at the World Cup next year. The question is: Who should support him in attack Thomas Tuchel has a plethora of options"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T12:30Z 1.1M followers, 77.9K engagements
""Winning is almost like a drug you want to do it you want to achieve it." England striker Harry Kane speaks to @SarahShepSport in an exclusive interview about finally tasting success with Bayern Munich his concerns about heat at the 2026 World Cup and how he celebrates Oktoberfest in lederhosen. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 53.9K engagements
"We asked the games dealmakers about: Best and worst deals Under-the-radar signings that could surprise people Will more players go on strike"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 8.4M engagements
"Jack Wilshere has been appointed Luton Town manager. He will take charge of the team for the first time on Saturday when Luton face Mansfield Town"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T09:25Z 1.1M followers, 40.8K engagements
"Tottenham Hotspurs owners have pledged to keep pumping money into the club to deliver success after announcing a 100million cash injection on Thursday. In a statement the club said the 100m capital which was provided by the Lewis family through ENIC would further strengthen the clubs financial position and equip the clubs leadership team with additional resources. The funding is the biggest known cash injection from ENIC since its takeover of Spurs in 2001 although it released 150m worth of capital in May 2022 with the club only taking up 97.5m. @JackPittBrooke 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T11:03Z 1.1M followers, 102.6K engagements
"The celebrity spot is an important part of TV companies coverage of a Premier League match. A floor manager will be given the inside info camera operators told of the relevant location and commentators primed to work on those all-important puns. As Madonna demonstrated at Chelsea on Saturday high-profile figures rarely go unnoticed when they attend games. While some might be there for the glamour others are undoubtedly die-hard fans. Their identity can say a lot about a club. 📝 @TimSpiers 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T08:31Z 1.1M followers, 97.5K engagements
"Sweden have gone 1-0 down to Kosovo. Fisnik Asllani has scored for the away side. As it stands Jon Dahl Tomasson's side will have one point from four games in their World Cup qualifying group"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T19:24Z 1.1M followers, 102.7K engagements
"16.7% of the goals Arsenal have scored under Mikel Arteta in the Premier League have been from corners (68/408). In the league's history of the managers to see their teams score 300+ goals only Tony Pulis (21.9%) and Sean Dyche (18.6%) have seen a higher share of them netted from corners than Arteta. @OptaJoe"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-04T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 255.1K engagements
"FIFA has confirmed Clutch Zayu and Maple as the mascots for the 2026 mens World Cup with a bald eagle a jaguar and a moose representing the three co-hosting nations: The United States Canada and Mexico. Each mascot also has its own narrative designed by FIFA and is given both a playing position on the soccer field and a backstory. 🦅 Clutch is dressed in the U.S mens national teams blue away kit. The bald eagle is recognizable for its place at the center of the Great Seal since 1782. An act of Congress signed by President Joe Biden in 2024 made the bald eagle the official national bird. 🫎"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-25T14:03Z 1.1M followers, 272.7K engagements
"Luis Diazs transfer fee of 70m might have seemed like a lot for someone who will turn XX halfway through his debut season at Bayern Munich. Hes proving otherwise. His signing has made them better faster. This - and more - in @SebSBs Bundesliga Briefing 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 82.4K engagements
"Jean-Philippe Mateta scored his first goal for France in their 2-2 draw with Iceland. Ukraine's victory over Azerbaijan means they're in control of second place"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T20:49Z 1.1M followers, 55.8K engagements
"Alisson has missed XX% of Liverpools Premier League games since joining in 2018 and has had five hamstring injuries in three years. So why is he so susceptible And what can Arne Slot do to protect him ✍ @greggevans40 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T10:43Z 1.1M followers, 85.8K engagements
"West Midlands Police (WMP) has requested that supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv not be allowed to attend the Europa League game against Aston Villa in Birmingham on November X due to concerns over unrest sources briefed on the matter told The Athletic. The force has advised the citys Safety Advisory Group (SAG) against approving an away allocation at Villa Park and UEFA the competitions organiser is expected to follow the recommendation of local authorities. Full story from @J_Tanswell 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T15:30Z 1.1M followers, 2.1M engagements
"Jaden Philogene's remarkable strike has Ipswich Town XX minutes away from their first win over Norwich City since 2009. An incredible goal. 📼 @SkyFootball"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-05T11:54Z 1.1M followers, 33.4K engagements
"Iceland took the lead against Ukraine. Ukraine were 3-1 up at half-time. Iceland fought back to make it 3-3. Two late Ukraine goals earned them a 5-3 victory and the play-off spot in Group D one point ahead of Iceland. France top the group with nine points goals from Kylian Mbappe Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin making his return to international action after six years saw them run out 3-0 winners over Azerbaijan"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T20:51Z 1.1M followers, 102.4K engagements
"How did Ollie Watkins miss from here"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T19:33Z 1.1M followers, 102.3K engagements
"Its XX years since FSGs Liverpool takeover. They have won titles transformed Anfield courted controversy and apologised for not signing Clint Dempsey. So what now Our experts assess FSGs impact on Liverpools infrastructure finances and transfers and assess what the future holds. @JamesPearceLFC @Simon_Hughes__ @CWeatherspoon_ & @jcmccaffrey 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T08:54Z 1.1M followers, 76.9K engagements
"Crystal Palace playmaker Yeremy Pino on Adam Wharton: Technically you just have to watch him and enjoy him. He has the quality to play in the Spain national team no doubt. ✍ @dermotmcorrigan"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 122K engagements
"Crystal Palace's 19-game unbeaten run is ended by Everton. David Moyes' side came from a goal down to secure victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium courtesy of Iliman Ndiaye's penalty and Jack Grealish's late winner. Grealish knew little about his goal as Daniel Munoz's attempted clearance hit him. Do you think he cares"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-05T15:00Z 1.1M followers, 103.1K engagements
"UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the decision to not allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa. The Athletic revealed on Thursday that West Midlands Police advised Birminghams Safety Advisory Group against approving an away allocation at Villa Park. This is what has happened:"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T07:38Z 1.1M followers, 79.5K engagements
"Enzo Maresca has needed a moment like this at Stamford Bridge to truly form a bond with Chelsea supporters. Maresca has struggled to connect with Chelsea fans since he was hired in June last year. Only last week the Italian and his players were booed off the pitch after Brighton made the most of the rather generous hospitality provided by their hosts to win. Beating defending champions Liverpool with a late winner never does any harm to a head coachs chances of winning over a critical fanbase but by going on a dash down the touchline to celebrate with his players and being sent off for it"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-06T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 84.8K engagements
"If there is anything close to a footballing Hogwarts it is probably La Masia. But even the school in the Harry Potter series did not have a production line like Barcelonas academy. La Masia helped produce Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal and the youngsters coming through are now vital to Barca after their recent financial trouble. @Laia_Cervello runs the rule over the players who could be the next breakthrough star at Barcelona"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 91.7K engagements
"Giorgi Mamardashvili gives a penalty away against Spain but he redeems himself saving Ferran Torres' penalty"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T19:21Z 1.1M followers, 65.2K engagements
"Turkey was once seen as a place where ageing footballers could go to earn a last big payday before retiring. But in the 2025 summer transfer window something changed. Victor Osimhen XX joined Galatasaray for 75m as the Turkish Super Lig registered the third-highest net spend in world football behind only the Premier League and the Saudi Pro League. Galatasaray who Liverpool face in the Champions League on Tuesday spent more than PSG Bayern Munich and Inter Milan. @TimSpiers went to Istanbul to find out what is going on:"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-30T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 339.9K engagements
"Trends are beginning to form after seven matchweeks: ⚽ In 2019-20 and 2020-21 just six per cent of throw-ins from the attacking third were sent into the penalty area. That figure steadily increased to XX per cent last season but has risen to more than XX per cent this season. ⛳ - ( - ) They have risen to XXX per game the highest in any season since 2010-11. 📉 -- The figure has fallen to XXX the lowest since 2010-11. 👟 The proportion of goal kicks taken long which had fallen for nine consecutive seasons has increased to XXXX per cent. 🙂 The proportion of headed goals has"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T10:45Z 1.1M followers, 75.8K engagements
"Kevin De Bruyne has Belgium level against Wales. The Napoli midfielder scored from the penalty spot after a handball was given against Ethan Ampadu"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T19:15Z 1.1M followers, 46K engagements
"There was a pitch invader in Wales' game with Belgium 🐭"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T20:56Z 1.1M followers, 109.3K engagements
"Norway have missed the last XX international tournaments but they are looking good for a place at next year's World Cup. Stale Solbakken's side beat Israel 5-0 with Erling Haaland scoring a hat-trick and reaching XX goals for his country"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T17:52Z 1.1M followers, 80.8K engagements
"This was no ordinary World Cup qualifier. Norways discomfort in hosting Israel was clear and an enormous security operation was deemed necessary in Oslo. The prospect of peace in Gaza has moved closer in the last seven days but Norway told the world again that its alliance is with Palestinian people"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T10:35Z 1.1M followers, 208K engagements
"Senne Lammens impressed on his Manchester United debut but he wasn't always destined for the top. @mjcritchley speaks to people who know and worked with him to tell the story of a goalscoring goalkeeper who started as a striker and who they say owes his career to his drive to improve dislike of running in training and Club Brugge's two-year rule. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T14:01Z 1.1M followers, 54.1K engagements
"Exclusive: Jurgen Klopps most extensive interview since joining Red Bull. 🔺 Why he doesnt want to coach again 🔺 How he responds to criticism of new job 🔺 Fears over player burn-out 🔺 A playful dig at Manchester United ✍ @AdamCrafton_ 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-30T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 660.8K engagements
"Manchester United are exploring whether to sell seat licences for a new stadium which would be built adjacent to the existing stadium at Old Trafford. Seat licences are not uncommon in the United States yet no European football club have offered them. They operate on the principle of a fan paying for the right to buy a ticket for a specific seat. It is understood that the licences will be optional and geared towards premium seating areas while normal general admission season tickets will still be available where a fan can have the same seat for every game and the ability to apply for away"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T14:36Z 1.1M followers, 270.8K engagements
"Big change is brewing at the Bernabeu. Real Madrid like their Clasico rivals Barcelona have always been owned by their members since their foundation in 1902. Now alternatives to this model are being explored by president Florentino Perez and his advisors. Outside investment could come in. Fans would no longer be the sole owners. Madrid are the only football club to have ever recorded revenues of over 1bn but Perez still believes more funds are needed to compete with their Champions League rivals. Breaking with a 123-year-old tradition might be the only way to do it. 📝 @dermotmcorrigan 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T15:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.1M engagements
"No managerial appointment in Liverpools history had created such a sense of fervour. It was just after 5.30pm on Thursday October X 2015 when Klopp arrived at the citys Hope Street Hotel. After the Mercedes V-Class he was travelling in had battled past the supporters outside he headed for The Sixth boardroom to sign a three-year contract alongside Tom Werner chief executive Ian Ayre and agent Marc Kosicke. A week earlier Klopp had flown to New York to meet Liverpools owners at the New York offices of law firm Shearman & Sterling after deciding to cut short his sabbatical five months after"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T10:31Z 1.1M followers, 164.7K engagements
"Once in a while a photo of Liverpool's starting XI against Napoli in the Europa League from 2010 surfaces on social media. Its used as the contrast between Liverpool then and Liverpool now. Martin Kelly who features in that photo has his say on it. It was a strange time. Roy didnt have the budget so he was looking at free transfers and promoting youth. "I frequently get tagged in photos on social media of the team I was part of when we played Napoli away in the Europa League. Its used as the contrast between Liverpool then and Liverpool now. I always have a chuckle because we drew 0-0 and"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 158.4K engagements
"It can cause embarrassment discomfort and anxiety but we don't talk about it; certainly not in elite sport. It affects every woman's daily life including athletes and teenage girls. And it impacts men too. Ignored taboo and often laughed at - this is why the pelvic floor muscle is important. 📝 @charlotteharpur 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T08:01Z 1.1M followers, 55.6K engagements
"Manchester United borrowed a further 105million ($142.3m) to help fund their transfer spending this summer having upgraded their revolving credit facilities to a maximum limit of 350m ($474.4m). The Old Trafford club also extended their credit facilities to expire in December 2029 having previously had until June 2027 to repay the debt. Full story from @mjcritchley and @CWeatherspoon_ 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-18T21:58Z 1.1M followers, 314.1K engagements
"How did Ruben Amorim first settle on 3-4-3 as his preferred formation Why has he never wavered from it And what should we make of his own suggestions he might "change the system" @mjcritchley traces the roots of Amorim's football "idea" to find out. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T11:01Z 1.1M followers, 87.9K engagements
"Nick Woltemade has scored his first goal for Germany and gives Julian Nagelsmann's side the lead against Northern Ireland"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-13T19:28Z 1.1M followers, 85.5K engagements
"Thousands of fans used the FIFA Collect platform to purchase digital collectibles that came with the 'right to buy' (RTB) actual World Cup tickets. Now after values of RTBs collapsed and details of how it all works emerged many fans feel 'ripped off'. ✍ @HenryBushnell"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-10T15:31Z 1.1M followers, 61.3K engagements
"Brighton owner Tony Bloom is deemed a football visionary he discusses the future of the Premier League with @AndyNaylorBHAFC. Rising spending will 'end in disaster' Embrace new ideas of US owners 'No need' for league games abroad #BHAFC won't sign a 100m player 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 229.2K engagements
"Former Premier League striker Fabio Borini has joined League Two side Salford City who are owned by David Beckham and Gary Neville. The 34-year-old who previously represented Chelsea Liverpool and Sunderland scored XX goals in XXX top-flight games. The one-time Italy international who was a free agent after leaving Serie B side Sampdoria in July has now signed a short-term deal with Salford after training with the club. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T20:09Z 1.1M followers, 113.3K engagements
"FIFA will charge both sellers and buyers a XX per cent fee on its official 2026 World Cup ticket resale platform which launched on Thursday and almost immediately had some tickets listed for tens of thousands of dollars. Many prices were several times or even more than XX times higher than those paid on the primary market on Wednesday. For the 2026 tournament adapting to the relatively unregulated secondary market in the United States and Canada FIFA chose not to cap resale prices because an official argued last month if FIFA did cap prices it could not stop sellers from going to third-party"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-03T09:31Z 1.1M followers, 207.6K engagements
"It didn't take long for the USMNT's 2-1 victory against Australia to turn into an edgy and intense physical battle. Christian Pulisic lasted just XX minutes due to injury Australia defender Jason Geria paid the Milan forward close attention but insisted he wasnt specifically going out to batter him up. @HenryBushnell on the unfriendly friendly in Colorado. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T13:31Z 1.1M followers, 107.6K engagements
"Armenia are down to XX men against Ireland after Tigran Barseghyan receives a straight red for a headbutt on Finn Azaz"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T20:16Z 1.1M followers, 60.9K engagements
"Norway are 3-0 up against Israel after half an hour. The visitors have scored two own goals from Anan Khalaili & Idan Nachmias with Erling Haaland also scoring after his earlier penalty miss"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T16:38Z 1.1M followers, 58.2K engagements
"There will be nine Premier League clubs playing in Europe this season - meaning nine Premier League clubs must comply with UEFA's spending regulations. Breaching these regulations can lead to significant fines and if they continue over a sustained period even a year's ban from European competition. It is impossible to state each club's position for certain but using all available information The BookKeeper @CWeatherspoon_ estimates how each matches up to UEFA's two tests which clubs are projected to breach the guidelines and what it all means"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-09-16T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 1.5M engagements
"Rasmus Hojlund's sixth goal of the season gives Denmark a 2-0 lead in their World Cup qualifier against Belarus. The Dane's fine start to the new campaign continues"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-09T19:30Z 1.1M followers, 71.9K engagements
"Italian side Juventus are the subject of an investigation from UEFA into possible financial breaches. The Turin-based club received notification from European footballs governing body last month that proceedings had been opened into the three-year period from the 2022-23 season through to the 2024-25 campaign with an outcome expected in spring 2026. A breach of the rule could see the club hit with a financial penalty or potential sporting restrictions such as a limitation on registering players within squad lists for UEFA competitions. Full story from @JamesHorncastle 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T17:15Z 1.1M followers, 368.4K engagements
"Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to give Ruben Amorim three years to prove himself at Manchester United. Is that really possible if results don't improve 🎧"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T17:31Z 1.1M followers, 32.6K engagements
"Liverpool had taken the lead against Manchester City through Carolina Kapocs. But Iman Beney has levelled matters at Anfield. 📼 @SkySportsWSL"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T17:19Z 1.1M followers, 52.4K engagements
"Former Tottenham director Fabio Paratici has returned to the club following the end of a 30-month ban from football activity. More from @nnamdionye"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-15T09:28Z 1.1M followers, 44K engagements
"Harry Kane will miss Englands game against Wales on Thursday but Thomas Tuchel is convinced that he will be able to face Latvia on Tuesday. The England captain has not been able to train this week after arriving with an injury sustained in Bayern Munichs 3-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt last Saturday. More from @JackPittBrooke 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-08T19:47Z 1.1M followers, 72.8K engagements
"UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the decision to not allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa. Villa confirmed the decision on Thursday citing a number of physical and safety factors. West Midlands Police (WMP) advised Birminghams Safety Advisory Group (SAG) against approving an away allocation at Villa Park and UEFA the competitions organiser is expected to follow the recommendation of local authorities. Ayoub Khan the independent member of parliament for Perry Barr a district of Birmingham had been vocal"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T21:42Z 1.1M followers, 183K engagements
"In the eighth edition of The Athletic's Alternative Premier League Table @anantaajith looks at how the XX teams commit fouls and what exactly they get booked for. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T10:01Z 1.1M followers, 72.9K engagements
"Japan came from two goals down to beat Brazil 3-2 in a friendly in Tokyo. Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli had put Carlo Ancelotti's team 2-0 up at half-time but three goals in XX minutes from Takumi Minamino Keito Nakamura and Ayase Ueda earned victory for the hosts. Both sides have already qualified for next year's World Cup"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T12:36Z 1.1M followers, 276.1K engagements
"Having set up two goals against Finland Memphis Depay has now provided the most assists for the Netherlands (35). The Corinthians forward has two more than Wesley Sneijder who previously held the record while his goal from the penalty spot was his 54th for his country he is now four ahead of Robin Van Persie the Netherlands' previous top scorer"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T18:25Z 1.1M followers, 108.4K engagements
"10 winning goals in the 90th minute/stoppage time in 2025-26 already A sign of increased competitiveness in the division The rise of the 'finisher' The myth of Fergie Time And why Jurgen Klopp remains the king of late winners This is the golden era of late goals in the Premier League @Conor0Neill_ explains why 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 36.8K engagements
"Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says the club have had early conversations with manager Oliver Glasner over extending his contract. Parish also discussed Adam Wharton's future"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T15:13Z 1.1M followers, 77.7K engagements
"The side watched by 3000 fans - three per cent of the population The country with more waterfalls than professional players The nation who need to lose heavily to boost their hopes The team representing a smaller land mass than the Isle of Man After Cape Verde booked their place at the 2026 World Cup this week who are the XX smallest teams (by population) who can join them in qualifying for next summer's tournament ✍ @will_jeanes"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T13:01Z 1.1M followers, 69.8K engagements
"Manchester United have submitted an improved offer to Brentford totalling in excess of 60million ($81.1m) for Bryan Mbeumo. #MUFC More from @lauriewhitwell"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-06-23T20:24Z 1.1M followers, 2M engagements
"The police and crime commissioner for the West Midlands has called for an immediate review of the decision not to allow supporters of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to attend Novembers Europa League fixture against Aston Villa in Birmingham. Simon Foster said he had ordered a special meeting of Birminghams Safety Advisory Group and West Midlands Police to determine if the decision is appropriate necessary justified reasonable and a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim and to consider potential alternatives. The aim is for the meeting to take place today but the order has also"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T10:38Z 1.1M followers, 51.4K engagements
"In some quarters this will be welcomed. There is no shortage of pundits and fans who say Pep Guardiolas influence has been a turn-off claiming the focus on possession and building from the back had sucked the joy spontaneity and unpredictability out of the Premier League. But the backlash against Guardiola and possession-based football raised certain questions that the opening weeks of this Premier League campaign have brought into sharper context. What type of football do people want to see"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-16T11:42Z 1.1M followers, 52.2K engagements
"The '007' insult is being used to discredit Florian Wirtz and other players who start slowly in the Premier League. But Thierry Henry is the ultimate proof that judging players' goals and assists return after seven matches is deeply flawed. @Conor0Neill_ explains why Wirtz and those who take time to make an impact should be given some licence. to chill. 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-04T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 5M engagements
"Manchester City are breathing down Chelsea's necks at the top of the table as Liverpool's poor start to the WSL continues. Goals from Iman Beney and Aoba Fujino see City come from behind to win at Anfield Liverpool are yet to pick up a point this season"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T17:50Z 1.1M followers, 46.4K engagements
"Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca says Cole Palmer will not return from his groin injury for another six weeks. It means Palmer could miss another nine matches. Maresca who had downplayed the serious nature of the issue before insists the 23-year-old does not need surgery. More from @SJohnsonSport 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-17T09:54Z 1.1M followers, 65.7K engagements
"When the transfer window closed at the start of September we ranked all XXX Premier League summer signings. Marcus Bettinelli was bottom of the list Joao Palhinha was top. But a lot can change in just over a month so we have assessed all of their performances and re-ranked them this time based on their impact so far. The biggest faller Randal Kolo Muani down XXX places. The biggest riser Marco Bizot up XXX places. Only six players stay in the same position and there are six new entrants in the top XX. ✍ @TimSpiers 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-07T07:01Z 1.1M followers, 266K engagements
"Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez has withdrawn from the Argentina squad with membrane swelling in his right knee. The knee issue could be another blow to Chelseas midfield as they are still missing Cole Palmer and summer-signing Dario Essugo. @SJohnsonSport"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-11T17:44Z 1.1M followers, 68.1K engagements
"Cape Verde is a small collection of islands off Africas west coast. Its population is 525000. It has only been an independent country since 1975. And its national team features players drawn from XX countries - from Ireland to the U.S. How on earth did they qualify for their first ever World Cup @NickMiller79 went to find out"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T11:31Z 1.1M followers, 145.5K engagements
"What do footballers eat @J_Tanswell meets a personal chef who works with Premier League footballers to run us through their day. 🧑🍳 Buying ingredients at 7am 🧑🍳 Tailoring meal plans for each player 🧑🍳 Working in tandem with clubs 🧑🍳 Why garlic ginger and turmeric are key 🔗"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-14T09:01Z 1.1M followers, 53.1K engagements
"Ipswich Town's 6013-day wait for a win over Norwich City is over. Cedric Kipre's goal from a corner Jaden Philogene's wonderstrike and Jack Clarke's close-range effort earn Ipswich derby victory for the first time since XX April 2009"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-05T12:57Z 1.1M followers, 31.3K engagements
"Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is the latest high-profile figure to come to the defence of Florian Wirtz following his slow start to life at Liverpool"
X Link @TheAthleticFC 2025-10-12T16:52Z 1.1M followers, 75.4K engagements