Champions League: UEFA backs officials after criticism of Chelsea’s Sonia Bompastor following Arsenal exit.

Sonia Bompastor vs UEFA

UEFA has no intention of changing the way officials are chosen for Women’s Champions League matches despite criticism from Sonia Bompastor. The Chelsea head coach was furious after VAR ruled out Katie McCabe’s hair on Alyssa Thompson during Wednesday’s quarter-final second leg, suggesting the women’s game deserved better than the current managerial position. Bompastor was … Read more

Konate’s exit, Salah’s place and Slot’s future – Liverpool’s questions answered

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We asked your burning questions about what’s happening at Anfield, and our Chief Liverpool Correspondent Ian Doyle has provided the answers. 15:00, 02 April 2026 Ibrahima Konate of Liverpool(Photo: Ryan Crockett/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images) The season is about to go straight to the end. And while it hasn’t caught on as much as supporters … Read more

Gerrard saddened by Mo Salah’s comments and Liverpool exit – ‘I’ll regret it’

Steven Gerrard says he spoke to Mohamed Salah on the phone after his explosive interview.

Liverpool manager Steven Gerrard has revealed he has spoken to Mohamed Salah 07:42, 02 April 2026Updated at 09:54, 02 April 2026 Steven Gerrard says he spoke to Mohamed Salah on the phone after his explosive interview.(Image: The Overlap) Liverpool manager Steven Gerrard has revealed that he had a clear phone call with winger Mohamed Salah … Read more

The timing of Salah’s exit was good – Liverpool have already left

TOPSHOT - Liverpool's Egyptian striker #11 Mohamed Salah cheers for the fans after the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion at Anfield in Liverpool, northwest England on December 13, 2025. Liverpool won the match 2-0. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images) / REFERRED TO SOURCE. No use of unauthorized audio, video, data, fixtures, team/league logos or 'live' services. Online usage is limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images can be used overtime. No video example. In-game social media usage is limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images can be used overtime. Not applicable to betting articles, sports or individual teams/leagues/players. /

The ECHO talks exclusively to Liverpool manager Robbie Fowler about Mohamed Salah’s exit at the end of the season and his first-team campaign in general. 19:00, 01 April 2026Updated at 19:05, 01 April 2026 Mohamed Salah will bid farewell to Liverpool at the end of the season (Photo: Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images) … Read more

Newcastle are plotting a surprise move for Man City’s “rising” summer exit star

Newcastle are plotting a surprise move for Man City's "rising" summer exit star

Rico Lewis is considering a move away from Manchester City this summer as he looks for first-team football to revive his career, with Newcastle United one of six Premier League clubs with confirmed interest, TEAMtalk can reveal. The 21-year-old signed a new long-term contract at the Etihad last year, underscoring the club’s faith in his … Read more

I heard what Florian Wirtz said and I’m even more worried about Salah’s exit now

Florian Wirtz celebrates with Mohamed Salah after scoring Liverpool's third goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Anfield in Liverpool, England, on January 31, 2026.

Florian Wirtz is looking more and more at home in a Liverpool shirt, but his performances during the international break paint a slightly worrying picture ahead of Mohamed Salah’s exit. James Findlater News Editor 20:45, 31 Mar 2026 Florian Wirtz’s comments have highlighted how difficult it will be for Liverpool to replace Mohamed Salah(Photo: Getty … Read more