'You make us laugh more than Barca!' - Atleti mock Real after £129m Alvarez bid

"You make us laugh even more than Barcelona," said the official Atletico Madrid social media team as they mocked rivals Real Madrid after rejecting their £129m (€150m) bid for striker Julian Alvarez.

Relegated twice - so why is Fernandes still wanted by Europe's best?

Not many players get a big move after being relegated twice in their first two Premier League seasons. But Mateus Fernandes is still sought after.

Man Utd exploring deal for Fernandes as West Ham price-tag revealed

Manchester United are exploring a potential deal for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes.

Man Utd latest: Is Fernandes worth £80m? Have your say!

The latest news and gossip from Man Utd this week...

England latest: Saka not ready for 90 minutes yet, reveals Tuchel

Tuchel: England 'not favourites' for World Cup

Thomas Tuchel has played down England's chances of winning the World Cup, admitting they are not among the favourites to end 60 years of hurt.

Lionesses bemoan 'toughest group' as World Cup hopes hang in the balance

Sarina Wiegman and multiple England stars rued the 'toughest' World Cup qualifying group after failing to earn an automatic spot in next year's tournament despite winning five of their six games.

The World Cup is here! 48 teams, 48 questions answered (yes, really!)

The wait is over. The World Cup is officially here! 48 teams, 48 key questions answered (yes, really!) to get you clued up for this summer's fiesta of football. It's going to be fun.

Papers: Baleba discusses Old Trafford move with Man Utd players

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...

Transfer Centre LIVE! Real Madrid interested in Arsenal's Calafiori

Follow the latest news, gossip, rumours and reaction with the Sky Sports Transfer Centre...

Mourinho one step closer to Real Madrid as Benfica confirm Silva deal

The latest news and breaking lines from the world of football...

Crystal Palace agree deal in principle for Lens boss Sage

Crystal Palace have agreed a deal in principle for Pierre Sage to become their new head coach.

England third favourites? Their real World Cup chances assessed

The World Cup is finally upon us. Could it be England's year?

Next World Cup stars? Meet Real Madrid's next Galactico and Spurs' wonderkid

How will extreme heat impact the 2026 World Cup?

The challenge of the 2026 World Cup will extend beyond tactics, pressure and talent - with extreme and dangerous levels of heat presenting itself as a formidable extra opponent.

Somali referee dropped from World Cup after US visa denial

Africa's top referee will not be allowed to officiate at the World Cup after he was refused entry to the USA, FIFA has confirmed.

Complete guide to all 12 World Cup groups

World Cup 2026 fixture schedule - your day-by-day guide

With all 48 teams now qualified for the 2026 World Cup, here's your day-by-day breakdown of the 37-day tournament, which kicks off in Mexico on June 11 with 103 matches leading up to the World Cup final at the MetLife Stadium on July 19.