Alan Shearer is the kind of name that makes Geordies stand to attention — Premier League record scorer, title-winner with Blackburn and a figure carved in stone outside St James’... read more

The men’s game has been through a mini seismic shift. The departures of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray have let a new crop breathe, while familiar faces have... read more

The decision that shocked north LondonCall it a long time coming or a ruthless bit of housekeeping, but the story that Daniel Levy’s time as Tottenham chairman ended by the... read more

Press reaction: harsh and unrelenting The German press were not gentle after Thursday night’s World Cup qualifier, and Florian Wirtz found himself under a very bright microscope following Germany’s 2-0... read more

There’s an awful lot of window-dressing in modern football, but nothing replaces a forward who can put the ball in the onion bag. As a proud, old-school pundit, I’ll say... read more

Paul Scholes has chimed in with his characteristic no-nonsense verdict on Manchester United’s midfield merry-go-round, and it’s not exactly comforting reading for supporters of Kobbie Mainoo or Manuel Ugarte. Scholes... read more