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Southampton coach Tonda Eckert fined and given suspended ban over spying scandal

Southampton coach Tonda Eckert has been fined and given a six-week suspended ban over the spying scandal last spring.

Former Manchester City chairman says club cannot stay in Premier League if appeal fails

Former chairman David Bernstein wants Manchester City thrown out of the Premier League. If their appeal fails, they cannot stay in the league, they have to suffer, he tells the BBC.

Pochettino calls for Chelsea to be stripped of 2016-17 Premier League title

Strip Chelsea of the 2016-2017 Premier League title. That's what former Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino is demanding.

England World Cup striker Ivan Toney charged with assault

English footballer Ivan Toney is being charged with assault, several British media outlets report.

Wales withdraws support for Infantino’s FIFA re-election bid

The Football Association of Wales is withdrawing its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president, according to The Times and Sky Sports. The decision comes after confidence in Infantino's leadership has plummeted following the failed attempt to sell shares in the World Cup.

World Cup guide: England begin knockout stage under Thomas Tuchel

England has been mentioned as one of the contenders for the World Cup title, as usual. However, their group-stage performances have not exactly given golden vibes. Now things really start for the “new” England under German national team coach Thomas Tuchel.

World Cup guide: Time for England to step up under Thomas Tuchel

England has been mentioned, as usual, as one of the contenders for the World Cup title. However, their group-stage performance has not exactly inspired confidence. Now the real test begins for the “new” England under German coach Thomas Tuchel.

World Cup guide: Relatives argue about Ronaldo on social media

Family feud shakes Portugal, a rape trial casts a shadow over England's match, and Modric joins an exclusive club. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Tuesday's matches.

FAO chief warns disruptions from closed Strait of Hormuz risk a global food crisis

The disruptions spreading from the closed Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf risk leading to a serious food crisis, warns Qu Dongyu, head of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

FA launches investigation after Southampton spy scandal

The Football Association (FA) is launching an investigation after a high-profile spy scandal that saw Southampton thrown out of the Premier League play-off final.

Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk banned for four years for doping

Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk has been banned for four years for doping, a punishment the Ukrainian has now appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), several British media outlets report.

Tottenham and Aston Villa fined £125,000 each after FA Cup brawl

The FA Cup match between Tottenham and Aston Villa had a chaotic aftermath. Now both clubs are being fined millions.

Chelsea Faces Investigation for 74 Rule Breaches by FA

Premier League giant Chelsea is being investigated by the English Football Association (FA) for committing 74 rule breaches. The rule breaches are mainly linked to agent collaborations.

FA Investigates Swedish-Owned Nordic Football Group's Burton Albion Investments

Nordic Football Group, with several Swedish owners, is being investigated by the English Football Association regarding financial investments in Burton Albion, reports BBC.

FA Initiates Doping Case Against Chelsea's Mychajlo Mudryk

The English Football Association FA has initiated a doping case against Chelsea's Ukrainian striker Mychajlo Mudryk after a positive doping test.

Trans Players Banned from Women's Football in England

Trans people will soon be stopped from playing women's football in England. The country's football association, FA, states that a new regulatory framework will come into force on June 1.

Suspended for six matches after the assault

"Guardiola Criticizes FA Cup Ball: Is It Really to Blame?"

It's the ball's fault, or fault with the ball. Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta had comments on the match ball's quality when the club was knocked out of the league cup. Now similar comments are coming from Pep Guardiola. This gets the English Football Association, FA, to rush to the ball's defense.

New twists around scandal referee Coote

Moving images emerged that showed how he talked trash about Jürgen Klopp. In another video clip, he is suspected of sniffing cocaine. Now, The Sun reveals more disturbing information about scandal-ridden referee David Coote.

Ban and Fine for Bentancur

Tuchel takes over England

After the summer's loss in the European Championship final, Gareth Southgate resigned as the national team captain for England's men's football team. Now the replacement is supposed to be clear. The German Thomas Tuchel is said to have accepted the job, according to several media outlets.

Risks Punishment for Racism Against Teammate

After the Final Defeat – Gareth Southgate Resigns

The final loss in the European Championship became Gareth Southgate's last match as national team captain for the English men's national team. Now, the English Football Association announces that the 53-year-old is leaving the post. "Thanks England – for everything", he says in a statement on the association's website.

Huge Fines for Bellingham – but Allowed to Play European Championship Quarterfinal

Jude Bellingham is fined around 340,000 kronor for his obscene gesture after the dream goal against Slovakia. The 21-year-old offensive midfielder is also suspended for one match – but not until after the European Championship in Germany.