5+ min ago (244+ words) On the Monday Night Club, Mark Chapman and Chris Sutton discuss criticism directed at Thomas Frank following Tottenham's 4-1 defeat by Arsenal on Sunday. Listen to the best bits of the Monday Night Club in the Football Daily podcast. Spurs fans should not write Frank off - Sutton. Video, 00:02:09Spurs fans should not write Frank off - Sutton Up Next. Liverpool are a 'work in progress' - Sutton. Video, 00:01:41Liverpool are a 'work in progress' - Sutton Grealish transfer to Everton 'amazing for everybody' Video, 00:03:04Grealish transfer to Everton 'amazing for everybody' Are Man City title contenders? Video, 00:01:29Are Man City title contenders? 'You don't want anyone fighting' - Hart on Gueye red card. Video, 00:02:23'You don't want anyone fighting' - Hart on Gueye red card 'It's changed my outlook on things' - Hoy on cancer diagnosis. Video, 00:00:45'It's changed my outlook on things' - Hoy on cancer diagnosis Liverpool need to 'go…...

12+ min ago (493+ words) Hannah Hampton has been named BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2025. The Chelsea and England goalkeeper was presented with the award by her coach Sonia Bompastor, and the BBC's Maz Farookhi in a surprise meeting. Hannah was voted as the winner of the BBC World Service award - announced on the BBC's Newsday on Tuesday morning - from a shortlist of some of the biggest names in women's football. This included Aitana Bonmati (Spain and Barcelona), Mariona Caldentey (Spain and Arsenal), Patri Guijarro (Spain and Barcelona) and Alessia Russo (England and Arsenal). Hampton was named the world's best female goalkeeper at the 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony after her penalty-saving heroics helped England win Euro 2025. She saved two penalties in the victory over Spain in the final and did the same in their quarter-final success over Sweden. Hampton, 24, has already won the Women's Super…...

12+ min ago (519+ words) Atletico Madrid are prioritising a blockbuster raid for Mason Greenwood this summer in a move which would bank Manchester United a significant windfall, according to a report from Spain. Fichajes'reveals Atletico have been "closely monitoring" Greenwood this season with executives "convinced that the English player could become a key piece" in Diego Simeone's starting eleven. The Argentine manager wants to add a "versatile attacker with the ability to create imbalances and solve situations" in the final third to his ranks. Greenwood, 24, has enjoyed a superb start to the season for Olympique de Marseille, returning 11 goals and four assists in 16 matches for the French club.'He is Ligue 1's top scorer and was crowned France's Player of the Month in November. His form a continuation of a great debut campaign at the Orange V'lodrome, scoring 22 goals and providing a further six…...

12+ min ago (905+ words) Chelsea and England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton has been voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2025 after a stand-out 12 months for club and country. Hampton helped Chelsea win a domestic treble last season, keeping 13 clean sheets in 22 Women's Super League games. And after becoming England's first choice goalkeeper, the 25-year-old saved two penalties in a shootout in the final against Spain, as the Lionesses won Euro 2025. England team-mate Alessia Russo finished second and Spain's Aitana Bonmati was third in the public vote. Spain duo Patri Guijarro and Mariona Caldentey were also contenders chosen by a panel of experts, including coaches, players, administrators and journalists, based on performances over 12 months from September 2024 to August 2025. "I definitely didn't expect it with all the other players nominated," Hampton told BBC Sport. "I think they've all had unbelievable years." Hampton is only the second goalkeeper…...

12+ min ago (914+ words) Hannah Hampton wins BBC Women's Footballer of the Year Chelsea and England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton has been voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2025 after a stand-out 12 months for club and country. Hampton helped Chelsea win a domestic treble last season, keeping 13 clean sheets in 22 Women's Super League games. And after becoming England's first choice goalkeeper, the 25-year-old saved two penalties in a shootout in the final against Spain, as the Lionesses won Euro 2025. England team-mate Alessia Russo finished second and Spain's Aitana Bonmati was third in the public vote. Spain duo Patri Guijarro and Mariona Caldentey were also contenders chosen by a panel of experts, including coaches, players, administrators and journalists, based on performances over 12 months from September 2024 to August 2025. "I definitely didn't expect it with all the other players nominated," Hampton told BBC Sport. "I think they've all…...

15+ min ago (359+ words) Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgine Rodriguez are getting married this summer after the 2026 World Cup CRISTIANO RONALDO has chosen the venue to marry fiancee Georgina Rodriguez. Ronaldo, 40, and Georgina, 31, announced their engagement in August following a nine-year relationship. According to Jornal da Madeira, CR7 has chosen his native Madeira as the location for the wedding, which is expected to take place in the summer after the 2026 World Cup. And the Al-Nassr superstar has opted for the cathedral of Funchal for the ceremony before holding the reception in a swanky hotel. The church is the oldest place of worship in the star forward's hometown and was inaugurated in 1514. Its roof is made of carved Madeira cedar wood and the place is considered the religious heart of the region thanks to its central location. The location has a special meaning for the Portugal captain…...

15+ min ago (360+ words) Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgine Rodriguez are getting married this summer after the 2026 World Cup CRISTIANO RONALDO has chosen the venue to marry fiancee Georgina Rodriguez. Ronaldo, 40, and Georgina, 31, announced their engagement in August following a nine-year relationship. According to Jornal da Madeira, CR7 has chosen his native Madeira as the location for the wedding, which is expected to take place in the summer after the 2026 World Cup. And the Al-Nassr superstar has opted for the cathedral of Funchal for the ceremony before holding the reception in a swanky hotel. The church is the oldest place of worship in the star forward's hometown and was inaugurated in 1514. Its roof is made of carved Madeira cedar wood and the place is considered the religious heart of the region thanks to its central location. Read More on Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo stuns Al-Nassr fans with…...

16+ min ago (527+ words) Nottingham Forest have been handed a huge boost in their battle against relegation as Murillo has "finally" returned to his best level " and so have three of his teammates. That is according to former Man United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown, who remains very well-connected within the game, as he exclusively told Football Insider that the 23-year-old will play a crucial role in any success they have under Sean Dyche. Nottingham Forest beat Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield last time out, lifting them out of the relegation zone and continuing their upward trajectory under Dyche's arrival. Brown told Football Insider on 24 November that Dyche has inspired a turnaround at Nottingham Forest after reverting to a more defensive style which better suits his players. However, Murillo's return to top form has also been a key factor for the new boss, while the…...

20+ min ago (1085+ words) Find the latest Champions League odds and football tips as Enzo Maresca's side host the Spanish giants in the Champions League Chelsea host FC Barcelona in the Champions League this evening, with Enzo Maresca's side looking for a win over the Spanish champions that would power them towards the knockout rounds (8pm, Prime Video). The Blues begin the week in 12th in the league phase table, just two points outside the automatic qualification places, though a win against the LaLiga giants would put them in a solid position ahead of their final three league fixtures against Pafos, Atalanta and Napoli. The win over Burnley at the weekend also took the Blues into second place in the Premier League, and while most would stop short of saying they're in the title race, things are certainly looking up for Maresca and co at present....

27+ min ago (910+ words) Mark Lawrenson and Wayne Rooney have both urged Arne Slot to drop an elite star from the Liverpool starting lineup to kickstart their season and end the "crisis" at Anfield. Liverpool breezed to the Premier League title during Slot"s debut season in charge but are making a mess of defending their crown. They sit in 11th place after six wins and six defeats from 12 matches so far. The Reds may only be three points off the top four, but they are already 11 behind leaders Arsenal. Many have ruled Liverpool out of the title picture, expecting it to go to either Arsenal or Manchester City this season. Slot has been told his "arrogance is killing" Liverpool, with sack rumours escalating. However, one Liverpool reporter expects the Dutchman to be safe until Christmas at the very least. BBC Sport, meanwhile, claim Liverpool…...