4 goals for England, 3 assists for Arsenal

2 goals for Kane, 2 assists for Arsenal

Stop the stuttered run ups for penalties!!!!

Oh for Iran to win it...

• Mikel Arteta is set to renew his contract with Arsenal and spearhead the title defence of The English Champions. The club approached our Basque native earlier this year, and it was agreed Mikel wanted to focus on delivering us major silverware & to earn his position within the home of the champions. Total accountability. My understanding is that Enrique Riquleme explored a secret plot to bring Arteta to Madrid if he had won his presidential election. Mikel is currently on 'holiday', yet actively involved in our transfer operations. While everyone at the club are behaving like it’s a done deal, the club hope to finalise the inner details of the most important contract at the club. Minimum 3 years - the wheels are firmly on. Viva La Mikel. • Andrea Berta's current contract runs until 2028. As I understand it, senior officials from Saudi explored a possibility of luring the Italian to the Middle East, while Bayern also covertly did the same thing. Andrea promised Mikel last summer he would deliver him a squad worthy of major silverware… mission completed, with the UCL now in their sights. Another thing I wanted to mention is Micheli Maurizio, the man responsible for scouting Hamšík, Kvaratskhelia, Kim Min-Jae and now Christos Tzolis. While Arsenal aim to add atleast 2 attackers, do not underestimate the authority and respect this man has within the club and wider football. Two weeks ago, I was speaking to the representatives of a player who told me Micheli was the one holding court without the presence of Berta. This duo act are conducting business seamlessly, as you can see with the revamp of the Arsenal youth set up, for which I am told the club have ring fenced a special transfer budget. • The contract of Declan Rice is also a major focus for Arsenal this summer, with initial talks starting early this year. As I understand it, Declan is very happy at Arsenal despite interest from the likes of Real Madrid and others. Talks are going smoothly and expect this to get done in due course. • Jurrien Timber's contract is very close to completion. Minor details remain. • David Raya has a 1 year optional extension on his current contract, which has 2 years left. All parties are very relaxed about his long term future, as a pay rise was agreed last summer. As for all the rumours circulating, as of today, Arsenal are yet to make direct contact with ANY club for a MIDFIELDER. I am happy to provide a 'state of play' post on the midfielder situation if that would be helpful? HandofArsenal roundtable.io/sports/soccer/…

One of intangible things that makes football beautiful is the ebb and flow of momentum in a game, you could be under pressure and suddenly flick a switch before having 5-10 mins that see you score. These “Hydration Breaks” directly alter that, all in the pursuit of money. Shite.

Wow, Qatar with a 94th minute equaliser. The Swiss shouldve had this wrapped up.

FIFA not showing the lines for offside decisions is ludicrous. Completely agree with GNev on this. If you have the images, show the offside. Just FIFA looking shady again

Thats gotta be offside surely. But no, the pen is given....

Three red cards! 2 goals! 1 game!

Thats not a red card

Called it.... x.com/i/status/2062272731224…

That man Declan Rice!!

This is a lovely watch, gutted its a one off and not a mini series to be honest. @kevinbridges86 Kevin Bridges: In Search of the Beautiful Game: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0… via @bbciplayer

Voted best African referee in 2025 and Trump's USA deny him the chance of being the first Somali referee at a World Cup.

America showing the world their traditions then... Hasn't anyone informed them, a shootout in football has a different definition. Never had less interest in a world Cup or wanted the players home sooner. nytimes.com/athletic/7340272…

Euro 96 started 30 years ago tomorrow. One of my favourite summers ever. The opening titles on the BBC and ITV always played a huge part in giving a tournament its own character and helping to create memories that last a lifetime. Here they are back-to-back, with the BBC first…

Great work this...

The Norway Viking photoshoot is epically good imo