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Whether it’s winding up opposition fans, blowing a referee’s whistle mid-game, or dropping one-liners in press conferences, Jamie Vardy has always been one of football’s great characters.

Andre Onana has endured a turbulent spell at Manchester United since arriving two years ago, and now the criticism has followed him onto international duty with Cameroon.

Memphis Depay etched his name into Dutch football history last week, overtaking Robin van Persie to become the Netherlands’ all-time leading scorer with his 51st and 52nd goals.

Fresh images of the official 2026 FIFA World Cup ball have surfaced, giving fans an early look at what the world’s best players will be striking next summer.

Manchester United fans can now quite literally wear some of the club’s greatest memories, thanks to a striking collaboration between designer Hattie Crowther and fan platform UtdCultur.

Erling Haaland was left needing stitches in his face after a freak accident while away on international duty with Norway.

Peter Crouch made an unlikely return to the pitch at the weekend – this time not as a player, but as mascot for non-league side Farnham Town FC.

Play was brought to a standstill during Austria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Cyprus after a sinkhole suddenly appeared on the pitch late in the second half.

In one of the most daring collaborations of recent years, adidas has joined forces with Japanese streetwear powerhouse BAPE to create a football collection that fuses pitch performance with high-octane style.

Fresh off the back of the record signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, Liverpool have added another big signing to their ranks – but this one comes off the pitch.

These days, it’s standard practice for footballers to bid farewell to their old clubs with a heartfelt social media post – a little thank you to the fans, some warm words about the club, and a nod to the future.

Calvin Klein has unveiled its Autumn-Winter 2025 underwear and denim campaign – with Real Madrid and England star Trent Alexander-Arnold as its headline face.

Arsenal and adidas have teamed up with London-based radio station NTS to launch a striking lifestyle collection celebrating north London’s music and football culture.

Djed Spence’s call-up to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for September’s World Cup qualifiers was a career highlight in itself – but it also carried huge significance far beyond the pitch.

The FA have marked the start of the grassroots football season with a lively new short film that shines a spotlight on the unsung heroes who make the game tick away from the limelight.