Marta became the leading scorer in the history of the men's and women's World Cups with 17 goals on Tuesday, overtaking Germany's Miroslav Klose with her penalty for Brazil against Italy. The 33-year-old slammed home from the spot in the 74th minute of her side's final Group C game to put Brazil 1-0 up and move one ahead of former Bayern Munich and Lazio striker Klose in the all-time rankings. The goal from Marta, widely regarded as the best player in the history of the women's game, helps Brazil in their bid to make the last 16 in France as they need just a point to secure a place in the knockout stage. … [Read more...] about Brazil’s Marta becomes top goalscorer in history of World Cups
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THURLOW NUNN: Max back at Thetford
Danny White's Thetford Town squad for the 2019/20 Thurlow Nunn League Premier Division season has continued to take shape with the return of Max Melanson.The attack-minded midfielder left the Brecklanders last summer for Stowmarket Town, but after making 31 appearances for the Old Gold & Blacks he joined Newmarket Town in late February.The move to Stowmarket came on the back of a memorable 2017/18 season in a Thetford shirt for the former Yeovil Town trainee, who netted 28 goals in 50 outings.And now he will head back to Mundford Road for a third time, having first left in 2017 to help Mildenhall Town win the Premier Division title.Manager White wrote on Twitter: "Delighted to announce that midfield maestro @melanson10 has returned to @ThetfordTownFC. Another fantastic addition to this squad who will be sure to add lots of goals and quality." … [Read more...] about THURLOW NUNN: Max back at Thetford
Real Madrid warned over Paul Pogba transfer by former president
Real Madrid have been warned against making a move for Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba by their former president. The France international admitted it could be time for a new challenge adding further fuel to this summer's transfer speculation as he continues to be linked with a move away. Real Madrid are favourites to land the World Cup winner should United agree to sell the midfielder who has two years, plus the option of another year, left on his contract. United's stance remains the same in that they do not want to sell despite Pogba's comments the other day which suggested he was keen to leave the club. But, in the event United soften their stance Calderon has warned his former club against making a move for the 26-year-old. Manchester United latest news Transfers: United prioritise Wan-Bissaka Latest news: Transfer news LIVE News: Sanchez speaks out on United situation Opinion: United made wrong Pogba decision News: Dalot reveals United ambition Transfers: … [Read more...] about Real Madrid warned over Paul Pogba transfer by former president
England U21 vs France U21 live: City men set for key roles
Hello and welcome to our live blog of the U21 European Championships Group C clash between England and France, which takes place in Cesena. England's next generation of stars are looking to lay down a marker this summer and potentially earn a rise into Gareth Southgate's senior squad, after earning a wealth of first-team football at club level. Leicester City have four players in the squad - James Maddison, Harvey Barnes, Demarai Gray and Hamza Choudhury. Among those to keep an eye on are Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden, Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham and Arsenal attacker Reiss Nelson. The French team also have recognisable names though, including Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, ex-Gooner Jeff Reine-Adelaide, Celtic's Oliver Ntcham and Guingamp forward Marcus Thuram - the son of French football legend Lilian. In a group alongside Romania and Croatia, both sides are the favourite teams to advance through to the knockout stages and will be looking to begin their campaign with a … [Read more...] about England U21 vs France U21 live: City men set for key roles
Revealed: How the 2019/20 EFL fixture list is compiled
Fixtures release day is one of the biggest in any football league in the world as fans cast their eye over what's to come for their sides next season. For EFL teams across the three divisions, Thursday June 20 is the day when all will be revealed as the fixtures for the 2019/20 campaign come out at 9am. But how are the fixtures compiled? That's the question on many fans' lips when they first see their team's frustrating period of games at a particular point in the season. The answer is both the Premier League and the EFL work with an IT contractor who is experienced with fixture production. The actual fixture process for the 2019/20 campaign started way back last November when everyone met up to work out a draft schedule. Following another meeting with the contractors in March, a fixture list was worked out ten days after the play-off final between Aston Villa and Derby County. That has since been reviewed by all parties even including the chief police officers in regards to safety. … [Read more...] about Revealed: How the 2019/20 EFL fixture list is compiled