As the UEFA Champions League heats up in the 2025/26 season, a record six English clubs will compete in this years competition. Six intriguing group stage fixtures promise high stakes and tactical battles. But behind every pivotal call, from penalty shouts to VAR interventions, stands a referee tasked with maintaining order amid the chaos. The referees for the English Clubs this week are: Athletic Club vs. Arsenal: Donatas Rumšas – Lithuania's Euro Trailblazer Steps Up Over in Bilbao's elec

The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has officially announced the referees and match officials for Matchweek 5 of the 2025/26 Premier League season. As fans gear up for intense battles across the pitch, these appointments highlight the league's focus on experienced officiating to manage high-stakes encounters. The action kicks off with the fierce Merseyside derby, Liverpool vs Everton, at 12:30 on Saturday, promising passion and intensity at Anfield. Later that day, Manchester

Spurs' victory against West Ham provides more early season optimism for fans

It's what being a supporter is all about isn't it? Jumping the gun, making outlandish claims that one team is destined for glory whilst the other couldn't compete with your Sunday League side; predictions and making conclusions are an integral part of fan culture. So here's some conclusions after four gameweeks of Premier League football (that will no doubt all be wrong come May). The Champions keep their throne Hardly a bold claim but despite underperforming by their own admittance, Liverp

The Premier League is back! Spurs, so poor at Bournemouth two weeks ago, returned to action away at West Ham, and put in a decent performance to bury a Hammers side that must be among the favourites for the drop. The game itself was not a classic, Spurs just edging a nervy first half, in which Cristian Romero saw a goal disallowed for a 'push' by Micky Van de Ven on Kyle Walker-Peters. Replays showed what appeared to be the Spurs defender giving as good as he got, which is standard for any set

Tottenham Hotspur’s 3–0 triumph over West Ham at the London Stadium was a statement performance — and for midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, it was also a moment of gratitude. After heading home the opening goal early in the second half, Sarr pointed emphatically toward the bench. The celebration wasn’t random. It was a tribute to First Team Assistant Coach and set-piece specialist Andreas Georgson, whose tactical insight helped engineer the breakthrough. 🎯 A Goal Crafted on the Training Ground Sar

Jose Mourinho could be about to make a stunning return to Benfica – and a dramatic reunion with Chelsea may be just around the corner. The 62-year-old Portuguese manager is currently a free agent after parting ways with Fenerbahce following their Champions League qualification failure. His sudden availability has sparked major speculation about where the two-time Champions League winner will go next. Benfica Closing in on Mourinho Deal According to reports from A Bola, Benfica are closing in

Sunderland head into Matchday 5 of the Premier League with a golden opportunity to extend their strong start to the season as they prepare to host a depleted Aston Villa side on Sunday, September 21. With Unai Emery’s team missing three key midfielders — Youri Tielemans, Boubacar Kamara, and Amadou Onana — Black Cats boss Régis Le Bris will be eyeing all three points at the Stadium of Light. 🩺 Villa’s Midfield Woes Present Tactical Advantage The confirmed absences of Tielemans, Kamara, and O

Bristol City could soon face a major shake-up off the pitch, with reports suggesting that Saudi boxing promoter Turki Alalshikh is preparing a takeover bid for the Championship club. The Robins have enjoyed a strong start to the 2025/26 season, continuing their unbeaten run with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday. That result has pushed them into third place in the Championship table, making them one of only three unbeaten teams so far — alongside early leaders Middlesbrough and

In a recent analysis, former Arsenal star and football pundit Paul Merson shared his thoughts on why Ruben Amorim, the highly-rated manager, would have been a better fit for Chelsea than his current role at Manchester United. Merson’s comments highlight the tactical mismatch between Amorim’s preferred system and Manchester United’s squad, while praising Chelsea’s roster as an ideal match for the Portuguese manager’s style. Paul Merson’s Take on Ruben Amorim’s Fit for Chelsea Paul Merson didn

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has called for his team to step up their performance as they navigate a challenging season following significant summer outgoings. In an exclusive interview with ESPN’s SportCenter, the Brazilian star reflected on the departures of key players and the integration of new signings, emphasizing the need for improvement across multiple competitions. Key Departures Leave a Void Alisson highlighted the impact of losing influential players like Luis Díaz and Darw

It wasn’t a good start to the day. Due to various commitments later in the day on Saturday, I had to take a different journey to the Emirates in the morning. That meant a bag of Haribo Tangtastics replaced the preferred fizzy cola bottles, rhubarb & custards and some American wine gums that I normally buy en route and share with all the folks around me on match day. For a moment I had a little sinking feeling in my stomach. It didn’t take too long to subside when I remembered the very recent, bi

Last night, football fans were captivated by a rare glimpse into Raheem Sterling's life as the Chelsea winger shared exclusive 'Bomb Squad' photos on his Instagram Story. Amid his challenging stint with the club, these images have sparked widespread interest and conversation. A Glimpse into Sterling’s Training Routine The first photo showcases an empty training pitch at Chelsea's Cobham facility under floodlights. With a "8:21pm" overlay and a "Training 🥶🤝" caption, the Chelsea FC logo on t

Few transfers have generated as much buzz as Florian Wirtz's £150m move to Liverpool. The young German sensation has completed his first four games in a red shirt, with many pundits like Micah Richards believing he has yet lived up to his price tag. In this article, we dive into Richards' candid verdict on Wirtz's early performances, exploring why the midfielder hasn't hit the ground running and what it means for Liverpool's season. Florian Wirtz vs Burnley! 🤯 • 0 goals • 0 assists • 4 key

Sunderland’s return to Premier League life continues to gather momentum, and while their goalless draw against Crystal Palace may not have been a spectacle, it was another statement of resilience — and another showcase for Robin Roefs. The 22-year-old Dutch goalkeeper, signed from NEC Nijmegen for £11.5 million, was the standout performer at Selhurst Park, earning high praise from head coach Régis Le Bris. 🧤 Roefs the Rock in Sunderland’s Defence With last season’s No. 1 Anthony Patterson si

I have to admit that before this game I was a bit apprehensive. Saka out, Saliba out, Rice on the bench. Wow, was I wrong.  From the start the boys were on the front foot, Eze and Madueke taking people on, showing the courage, adventure, and exhilarating pace to get beat people and get down the bye-line to deliver the ball, or cut inside to find that intricate incisive pass that was always going to be needed. It’s a long time since we were treated to such intent to really roast the oppositions