East Bengal staged a late comeback to defeat Kuwait's Al Arabi SC 4-1 after extra time, securing qualification for the group stage of the AFC Champions League Two in Kolkata.
Manchester City has signed Elliot Anderson for £116m, making him the most expensive British player. Known for his fitness, combative style, and ball-moving ability, Anderson is expected to bolster City's midfield, especially with Rodri's uncertain future.
Grimsby Town Football Club is mourning the loss of Alex Hughes, their player recruitment lead and son of former Manchester United striker Mark Hughes, who passed away at the age of 38. Hughes was a valued member of the club, contributing significantly to recruitment strategy and squad development.
Salford City's new manager, Peter Cklamovski, was appointed following a recommendation from chief executive Gavin Fleig, who knew the Australian coach from their time at City Football Group in Japan. Cklamovski, previously an assistant to Ange Postecoglou at Yokohama F Marinos, brings an attacking style and a process-driven approach to the League Two club.
Salford City has sacked manager Karl Robinson nine days after their 3-0 play-off final loss to Notts County. Robinson, who had been in charge for nearly two and a half years, was dismissed with immediate effect by the club's board.
A 65-year-old Arsenal fan, who fell in love with the team in apartheid South Africa in 1969, attends the Champions League final in Budapest with his 25-year-old son, capping a lifelong journey of passion and perseverance.
Tai Po manager Lee Chi-kin must decide whether to play influential winger Michel Renner in the FA Cup final against Eastern District, despite Renner's expected summer move to the same opponent, amidst uncertainty over Tai Po's next season plans.
Jodi Jones delivered a stellar performance in Notts County's 3-0 League Two play-off final victory over Salford City, scoring the promotion-sealing goal. Overcoming a career-threatening injury spell, Jones expressed joy and emotional gratitude for his comeback.
Notts County, the world's oldest professional football club, faces Salford City, co-owned by Gary Neville and David Beckham, in the League Two promotion play-off final. Both teams aim for promotion to League One, with Salford seeking their first-ever ascent and Notts aiming to return after 11 years.
Bolton Wanderers have secured promotion back to the Championship after a 3-1 victory over Stockport County in the League One playoff final. Sam Dalby's late overhead kick sealed the win, marking a significant return for the club after years of turmoil.
Bolton Wanderers have secured promotion to the Championship after a 3-1 victory over Stockport County in the League One playoff final at Wembley. Sam Dalby scored a decisive overhead kick, with Rúben Rodrigues adding a late penalty.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr lost the AFC Champions League Two final 1-0 to Japan's Gamba Osaka, extending Ronaldo's wait for an international trophy since joining the Saudi club in 2023. Al Nassr can still win the Saudi league title.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr lost 1-0 to Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final, delaying their quest for a first major trophy. The Saudi side now focus on winning the Saudi Pro League title.
Newport County avoided relegation from the Football League after a 2-1 comeback win against Barrow. Manager Christian Fuchs, who joined in November, successfully steered the club to safety, setting the stage for a critical summer of restructuring.
York City's Josh Stones scored a 103rd-minute goal to win the National League and secure promotion to the EFL, reportedly the latest title-winning goal in football history. The article traces other famous late title-winning goals including Michael Thomas for Arsenal in 1989, Sergio Agüero for Manchester City in 2012, and Ray Kennedy's famous strike for Arsenal in 1971.
Listen BBC Radio York's commentary of York City's dramatic 103rd-minute equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Rochdale which sealed their promotion to League Two after a decade outside the Football League.
York City secured a dramatic return to the Football League after a decade away, beating Rochdale 1-1 in a match that went to the 114th minute. Mani Dieseruvwe had headed Rochdale into the lead in the 95th minute, sparking pitch invasions, but Josh Stones equalised in stoppage time to seal the point York needed for automatic promotion. The match featured multiple pitch invasions and incredible drama on the final day of the National League season.
West Bromwich Albion have been deducted two points for breaching EFL Profitability and Sustainability Rules after exceeding the £39m Upper Loss Threshold over three years. The breach is less than £2m – the smallest ever in EFL Championship and Premier League history. The club disagrees with the decision and is considering an appeal.
⚽ All the latest football news heading into a huge weekend⚽ Fixtures | Tables | Get the Football Daily email | Mail JohnHere’s your quiz of the week, see if you can beat my 10/15.Freddie Woodman’s dad, Andy, had to watch his Bromley team lose from the stands at Salford last night. A big home win for Gary Neville’s club, Paul Scholes was watching on, and automatic promotion might be on. Bromley have to wait and see if they win the League Two title. So much to play for in the EFL. Continue reading...
Sebastian Coe discusses the uncertainty surrounding Manchester United's stadium project, while Liverpool fans protest ticket price hikes. Meanwhile, the BBC faces criticism for cancelling Football Focus, and Millwall receives an apology for an insensitive council booklet.
Rochdale host York City in a winner-takes-all National League title decider on Saturday. League leaders York hold a two-point advantage with 107 points, but Rochdale have home advantage at their sold-out Crown Oil Arena. The champions will earn automatic promotion to League Two, while the runners-up face the play-offs - where historically only 6 of 23 second-placed teams have achieved promotion since 2002-03. Both clubs have had impressive campaigns, though their combined 212 points falls slightly short of the 218 earned by Wrexham and Notts County in 2022-23.
