Scottish FA joins counterparts in refusing to face Russia until further notice
The Scottish Football Association has joined its English and Welsh counterparts in refusing to face Russia at any level until further notice.
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Gianluigi Buffon signs new deal at Parma that will take him to 46 years of age
Gianluigi Buffon has extended his contract with Parma until 2024, meaning the veteran goalkeeper will be 46 when it expires.
Jesse Marsch – the high-pressing American with big shoes to fill again at Leeds
Jesse Marsch’s appointment by Leeds represents the second time in the space of a year the American has been asked to fill big shoes.
Liverpool hero Caoimhin Kelleher would rather have saved a penalty than scored
Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final hero Caoimhin Kelleher admits he would rather have saved a penalty than scored one in their shoot-out win over Chelsea which secured a record ninth success in the competition.
Football rumours: Tottenham and Newcastle battling to sign Sven Botman
Tottenham are reportedly on a mission to beat Newcastle to the signing of Lille defender Sven Botman. The Daily Star says the move is driven by the club’s desire to appease manager Antonio Conte, following a disappointing January transfer window in which the Italian was handed just two additions.
Russia ordered by FIFA to play in neutral countries with no fans, flag or anthem
Russia must play international matches in neutral countries without supporters, world governing body FIFA has announced.
EFL asks Derby administrators for ‘urgent update’ on funding for rest of season
The English Football League has asked Derby’s administrators for an “urgent update” on how the club will be funded for the rest of the season.
Everton fan admits throwing plastic bottle at Aston Villa’s Matty Cash
An Everton fan has admitted assaulting Aston Villa footballer Matty Cash with a plastic bottle thrown from his seat.