Chelsea found a brand-new way to bruise their own chin. A lightning opener, a long-throw equaliser, and then a stoppage-time sucker punch from newly promoted Sunderland. From cruising to confusion... read more

Two teams short on spark collide at St James’ Park, and neither can afford another flat afternoon. Newcastle have just one league win in four and, for all their defensive... read more

“Skill” in football is maddeningly subjective. You can tally goals and assists till the cows come home, but the real artistry — the touch, disguise, balance, and that cheeky shimmy... read more

Well, that was a hard watch for the travelling claret and blue. Leeds United did the simple things better, pressed with purpose, and punished a West Ham side who looked... read more

Bruno Fernandes has spoken like a captain who knows his worth. The Manchester United talisman revealed he canvassed Cristiano Ronaldo’s wisdom over a blockbuster move to Saudi Arabia, but ultimately... read more

Thomas Frank is a confident operator, but even the most optimistic Tottenham fan will have raised an eyebrow at his latest assessment of where Spurs stand. Sixth place after eight... read more