Football/Soccer 24-Hour Briefing
×Premier League & Domestic News
Tottenham bbc.com have formally raised concerns with PGMOL chief Howard Webb over key refereeing decisions, sources have told BBC Sport. Meanwhile, Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler bbc.com has criticised upcoming opponents Arsenal for time-wasting, calling for stricter rules around set-pieces. In defence of Arsenal bbc.com, BBC Sport chief football writer Phil Mc Nulty asks whether criticism of the Premier League leaders is unfair as they chase four trophies.
European Football
Barcelona's squad spending limit has risen by almost €100 million to €433m, increasing the Spanish champions' chances of investing in the squad this summer, La Liga announced on Tuesday. Barça coach Hansi Flick espn.com says his team will need more than just Lamine Yamal to make the "impossible possible" in Tuesday's Copa del Rey semifinal against Atlético Madrid. Elsewhere, Real Madrid espn.com lost more ground at the top of La Liga as a stunning first-half strike from Martín Satriano earned Getafe a shock 1-0 win at the Bernabeu. Kylian Mbappé espn.com is suffering from a left-knee sprain, with Real Madrid confirming that "conservative treatment" is the best course of action.
Transfer Market & Contracts
Striker Danny Welbeck bbc.com has triggered a 12-month extension on his Brighton deal, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2026-27 season. Meanwhile, Bruno Fernandes espn.com has shown no signs of wanting to leave Manchester United, while Casemiro has urged the club to sign Bruno Guimarães. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson bbc.com is a target for Inter Milan and Juventus, according to Tuesday's gossip.
International Football
With 100 days until the 2026 World Cup, ESPN sits down with a who's who of USMNT legends to discuss the national team's hopes. England's players bbc.com are worried about being turned into "political spokespeople" at the World Cup, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association says. Captain Harry Brook skysports.com says he's very instinctive and wants to make it as uncomfortable as possible for opposition batters. The Middle East conflict has put the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain scheduled for March 27 in Doha, Qatar, in doubt, with UEFA closely monitoring the situation.
Managerial Changes & Club News
Leicester bbc.com have appointed James McCarron from the City Group as their new sporting director as part of a restructure of the club's leadership. Exeter City bbc.com have reappointed Matt Taylor as manager on an interim deal until the end of the season. Aberdeen skysports.com are looking at other options for their managerial vacancy due to the delay in finalising a deal with Eirik Horneland. West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo bbc.com says Adama Traore "carries enough weight" and only needs to be in the gym for "prevention work."
Women's Football & Youth
Scotland bbc.com have begun their quest to reach the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil, with all the details available on their qualifying campaign. Northern Ireland midfielder Nadene Caldwell bbc.com says the squad want to build momentum into their World Cup qualifiers by getting early points on the board.
Other Football News
Ex-Chelsea defender Filipe Luis bbc.com was sacked by Flamengo just hours after the club recorded an 8-0 win to reach this weekend's Campeonato Carioso final. Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton bbc.com says Rangers manager Danny Rohl needs a Scottish Cup win more than Old Firm counterpart Martin O'Neill. Michael Carrick bbc.com will very much be a Manchester United man when he takes his side to St James' Park on Wednesday night - but the boyhood Newcastle United supporter has not forgotten his roots.
World Cup & International Preview
With 100 days until the World Cup, BBC Sport looks at the favourites to win, as well as players to watch and who could be outside contenders. ESPN's reporters espn.com ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. The question of whether Iran skysports.com will play at the World Cup co-hosted by USA remains uncertain as the Middle East crisis intensifies.
Entertainment & Culture
Sky Sports has teamed up with Wrexham AFC co-chairmen Rob Mc Elhenney and Ryan Reynolds, with the pair set to provide live commentary as part of a first-of-its kind broadcast for the Wrexham vs Swansea City E... Meanwhile, Cristo Fernández espn.com, beloved by fans the world over for his role as Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, looks set to make his soccer dreams a reality as he trials with El Paso.