Author: Andrew Rogers

The Premier League has approved Arsenal and Crystal Palace’s requests to move their league fixtures ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash at the Emirates on Tuesday, 23 December. Both sides were originally due to play on Sunday, 21 December, but Arsenal’s trip to Everton and Palace’s game at Leeds will now take place at 8pm on Saturday, 20 December. Palace, who face KuPS in the Conference League on Thursday, 18 December, opted for the earlier league game to allow more recovery time before meeting Arsenal. A Premier League statement said the change was made with player welfare in mind…

On the 40th day of the federal government shutdown, the United States Senate took a major step toward reopening federal operations. Eight Democrats joined Republicans to advance a short-term funding measure, breaking a lengthy stalemate that had stalled government services. The funding measure marks a significant bipartisan effort to restore essential government functions. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees have been affected by the shutdown, and key programs were delayed, creating widespread disruption across multiple sectors. Analysts said the Senate’s move signals growing political cooperation and could end the uncertainty that has impacted markets, federal services, and public programs. Investors…

Manchester City made a powerful Premier League title statement with a 3-0 win over Liverpool, cutting Arsenal’s lead to four points. Despite Erling Haaland missing a soft early penalty, he soon opened the scoring with his 19th goal of the season, before Nico González’s deflected effort off Virgil van Dijk doubled City’s lead before halftime. Jérémy Doku tormented Liverpool throughout and sealed the win with a stunning curler to make it 3-0, capping a dominant display. Liverpool had a Van Dijk equaliser ruled out by VAR for offside and rarely threatened, suffering a fourth straight away defeat — their worst…

Harry Kane rescued Bayern Munich from their first defeat of the season with a last-minute equaliser in a 2-2 draw at Union Berlin, ending Bayern’s record winning streak but keeping them six points clear at the top of the Bundesliga. Union led twice through Danilho Doekhi, while Luis Díaz equalised before Kane’s late goal secured a point. “It wasn’t our best game, but we stayed focused,” said Kane. Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Hamburg, staying third. In Serie A, Milan blew a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Parma, missing the chance to…

Ruben Amorim hit out at his Manchester United players for becoming “too comfortable” after they surrendered a lead twice in a chaotic 3-3 draw with Tottenham. United had been in control for long spells following Bryan Mbeumo’s first-half opener, but goals from Mathys Tel and Richarlison turned the game on its head before Matthijs de Ligt rescued a point with a 96th-minute header. Despite the late equaliser extending United’s unbeaten run to five games, Amorim was frustrated by his team’s inconsistency. “We have a lot of problems; we are just at the beginning,” he said. “The results show improvement, but…

In the recent elections, many voters prioritized economic issues and cost-of-living concerns over ideological divides. Analysts noted that this focus played a key role in shaping electoral outcomes. Candidates who addressed affordability and practical governance gained significant support across multiple states and districts. These results highlight a shift in voter priorities, showing that citizens are increasingly looking for leaders who respond to everyday challenges. Concerns over rising expenses, housing costs, and essential services influenced how people cast their ballots. Experts say this trend reflects a pragmatic approach to politics, where governance and results matter more than partisan ideology. Political analysts…

David Raya extended his remarkable unbeaten run as Arsenal matched a 122-year club record with their eighth consecutive clean sheet in Tuesday’s 3-0 win over Slavia Prague. The goalkeeper, who has now gone nearly 13 hours without conceding, remains focused despite his side’s defensive dominance. Raya, who has made only seven saves in four Champions League matches this season, briefly faced a scare when Slavia were awarded a late penalty — later overturned by VAR — before saving their only shot on target in stoppage time. The Spaniard’s 50th clean sheet in 110 Arsenal games took him past Jimmy Ashcroft’s…

Chelsea remain firmly behind Enzo Maresca’s rotation and recruitment strategy following the 2-2 Champions League draw with Qarabag, despite criticism of his decision to make seven changes to the starting lineup. The club’s hierarchy view Maresca’s approach as part of a long-term plan to manage player fitness and maintain competitiveness across four competitions. Sources close to the club insist there is no frustration with the Italian’s selection in Baku, stressing that his rotation policy has been a key feature of his management since arriving at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea’s congested schedule, limited pre-season, and ongoing injuries — including to Pedro Neto,…

Tottenham defender Destiny Udogie has been revealed as the Premier League footballer allegedly threatened at gunpoint by an agent in north London last month. The incident reportedly took place on 6 September in Cockfosters, Barnet, while Udogie was out with a friend during the international break. Police were called, and a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, blackmail, and driving without a licence. No injuries were reported, and there is no suggestion the agent involved represents Udogie. The suspect has since been released on bail as investigations continue. A…

Two French nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, have been released from detention in Iran after more than three years in prison. French President Emmanuel Macron announced their freedom, describing it as a “huge relief” for both families and the nation. The French government stated that the charges against Kohler and Paris were without merit. Both were safely received at the French embassy in Tehran following their release. Authorities emphasized that their well-being was a top priority during the diplomatic process. Macron highlighted the extensive diplomatic efforts that led to their release, signaling continued commitment to protecting French citizens abroad.…