Liverpool would not cruise to title even with Alexander Isak – Jamie Carragher
Jamie Carragher has warned Liverpool that signing Alexander Isak would not guarantee them the Premier League title.
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Carter feared racist abuse for James after penalty miss in Euros shootout
England defender Jess Carter said she felt a sigh of relief when her non-black teammates missed penalties during their shootout win over Sweden in the Women's Euro 2025 quarter-finals, fearing Lauren James would suffer "astronomical" racist abuse if the forward had been the only player to miss her spot-kick.
Liverpool spend big to hold off Arsenal, City in Premier League title fight
LIVERPOOL: Liverpool have splashed out to defend their Premier League title as champions but face stiff competition from an Arsenal side desperate to shake off their tag as nearly men and a rejuvenated Manchester City. After storming to a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title in Arne Slot’s first season in charge, Liverpool have looked to build from a position of strength during a summer marked by tragedy. Portuguese forward Diogo Jota was killed in a car accident alongside his brother last month, plunging the club into mourning. Tributes to Jota will continue throughout the season with “Forever 20” — his shirt number, which the club have now retired — printed on Liverpool’s jerseys. The Reds have already spent £260 million ($350 million) on Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong. However, after the departures of Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez, they are not yet done in strengthening their forward line and are expected to launch a fresh bid for Alexander Isak, with Newcastle demanding a British transfer record fee for the Swedish striker. Liverpool’s rivals will hope Wirtz and Ekitike take time to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League after shining in Germany’s Bundesliga, while there are defensive doubts for Slot’s men to answer. The Dutch coach said his side need to defend better after leaky performances in pre-season were followed by defeat in the Community Shield to Crystal Palace on Sunday after twice blowing the lead. After finishing second for the past three seasons, Arsenal are longing for their first title in 22 years and have backed Mikel Arteta with another near £200 million investment in the transfer market. Spanish international Martin Zubimendi will be the new anchor of the
Eddie Howe admits he won’t have final say on Alexander Isak future at Newcastle
Eddie Howe has admitted he will not have the final say over striker Alexander Isak’s future at Newcastle.
Arsenal hoping for title success as big spending bolsters squad depth
After watching three consecutive Premier League titles slip through their fingers, Arsenal have opened their wallet wide in the close season, completing early moves to ensure squad depth does not derail their championship dreams again.
U.S. Women's Team Knocked Off No. 1 Spot By Spain In FIFA's Latest Rankings
The U.S. was knocked off the top spot in FIFA's latest women's rankings by world champion Spain.
Benjamin Sesko: Man United agree deal for RB Leipzig star - sources - ESPN
Manchester United have reached an agreement with RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Sesko, sources told ESPN.
Canadian soccer women drop to No. 9 in FIFA women's rankings while Spain is tops
Canada fell one place to No. 9 while Spain replaced the U.S. atop the FIFA women's world rankings released Thursday.