Beth Mead describes moving to Manchester City as a ‘no-brainer’

Forward signs three-year deal with WSL champions ‘The way City plays suits me really well’ says 31-year-old Beth Mead believes Manchester City’s playing style suits her own and has described her move to the Women’s Super League champions on a three-year contract as a “no-brainer”. The 31-year-old forward, who has scored 40 times in 81 appearances for England, has become City’s first signing of the summer, having completed a free transfer from Arsenal, whom she left at the end of the season after nine years . Continue reading...

Will three points guarantee a spot in World Cup knockouts?

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Mead signs for Man City

Beth Mead has signed for Manchester City, joining on a free transfer following her departure from Arsenal this summer.

Republic of Ireland to face Israel at neutral venue after Gaza war protests

Had been calls for Nations League tie to be boycotted FAI agree to move contest away from Aviva Stadium The Republic of Ireland are to play their upcoming Nations League game against Israel at a neutral venue behind closed doors following protests by players and fans over the death toll of Palestinian civilians during the war in Gaza. Ireland had been set to host Israel at the Aviva Stadium on 4 October, while a 27 September fixture designated as an Israel home match is also expected to be staged at a neutral venue. But Irish footballers, fans and celebrities launched a campaign calling for a

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Man City sign Mead on free transfer

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of England forward Beth Mead on a free transfer from Arsenal.

Germany news: Pistorius asks for time mulling next-generation jet FCAS replacement

Germany's defense minister says the government needs time to evaluate a bid for a new possible military jet project. A nine-year Franco-German endeavor, the FCAS, collapsed this week. DW has the latest.

Bellingham: England got things wrong off the pitch at Euro 2024

Jude Bellingham has claimed things were not right off the pitch in England's camp at Euro 2024.

Gasly reinstated to Monaco podium after successful appeal

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France followed to World Cup by home politics after Mbappé’s swipe at far right

Platini among former players to accuse captain of creating distraction as Deschamps defends captain’s right to speak “If there’s one wish I have, it’s for you to ask my players about the opponents, about football,” Didier Deschamps told journalists after announcing France’s World Cup squad. “I understand that you might feel obliged to ask other questions, but they’re not there to answer them.” Deschamps has found himself batting away questions about off-pitch matters beyond his scope before his final tournament as head coach. He has sought to protect his players from media scrutiny while insis

Nobody should underestimate what Thomas Tuchel can do with England | Emma Hayes

Leaving Cole Palmer at home surprised me but I know Thomas from Chelsea – he’s the type of coach to die on his sword In Thomas Tuchel, England have an elite coach. Don’t underestimate him. In my 12 years working at Chelsea, he and Mauricio Pochettino were my two favourite managers. Thomas is a great communicator, he’s demanding and he articulates himself really well. I admire the way he transfers information to the press and to players in a clear, concise way that is methodical, inspirational and detailed, all at the same time. I’ve seen him work at Chelsea. I’ve watched him in training and I’

Williamson retires from international cricket

New Zealand's all-time leading run scorer Kane Williamson has retired from international cricket, effective immediately.