Kane can’t stop scoring – is the Ballon d’Or within reach?
With 23 goals in 15 games for Bayern Munich and England this season, Harry Kane is emerging as an early frontrunner for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
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Villarreal shown ‘lack of respect’ over cancelled Miami game
Villarreal say they have been shown "a complete and utter lack of respect" by La Liga over the cancellation of their overseas match against Barcelona in the United States.
Back to basics, winning back fans & Clough’s dog – Dyche’s Forest return
Nottingham Forest are not "far away" from reconnecting with their disillusioned fans after a poor start to the season, says new boss Sean Dyche.
‘We have to pull fans back together’ – Nuno has a ‘problem’ at West Ham
West Ham lost their fourth home match of the Premier League season on Monday, with manager Nuno Espirito Santo admitting his side "have a problem".
‘Liverpool blip now becomes something deeper’
The problems are piling up for Liverpool head coach Arne Slot as Manchester United inflict their fourth successive loss, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
McLaren’s ‘brutal’ reality of ‘that Max guy getting in middle of our fun’
On Saturday, McLaren F1 boss Zak Brown said he expected the climax to the world championship to be "brutal". His words quickly proved prophetic.
Curran shines before rain ruins T20 opener
Sam Curran salvages England's innings before the first match of England's winter travels is washed out by rain in Christchurch.
‘Some look at the weeds but I look at what’s growing’ – Postecoglou defiant
Under-fire boss Ange Postecoglou delivers a passionate defence of his legacy as he vows to win silverware at Nottingham Forest if given time.
Muscat close to deal to become Rangers head coach
Rangers are close to agreeing a deal to secure Shanghai Port's Kevin Muscat as their new head coach, but personal terms and other issues have still to be finalised.
