Mazzocchi’s nightmare debut sums up Napoli’s crumbling title defence

Eddie Howe is about to find out how much Newcastle’s Saudi owners support him

With four defeats in their last five league games and numerous injuries, Eddie Howe (centre) finds himself in a tough spot – PA/Owen Humphreys They say it’s when times are tough that you discover who your true friends are, and Eddie Howe is about to discover just how much support he gets at Newcastle United … Read more

Sir Dave Brailsford, the mastermind behind Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Man Utd revolution

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir David Brailsford will be the key players driving Manchester United’s transformation – Jean Catuffe/Getty Images The Glazers are hanging in there, but new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is bringing much-needed optimism to Old Trafford by taking control of football affairs. With a thirteen-month sales saga finally at an end, Telegraph … Read more

The victory over Roma is another small milestone in Bologna’s rise in Serie A

Bruno Guimaraes has a release clause of over £100m – Newcastle should enjoy him while they can

Bruno Guimaraes signed a new five-year contract with the club – PA/Owen Humphreys – in October There is perhaps no more underrated footballer in this country outside the club he plays for than Bruno Guimaraes. He is adored, idolized and adored. He is without a doubt the most precious and valuable jewel in Newcastle United’s … Read more

Why the controversial PSG penalty would not be given in England and the experts’ verdict

Following an intervention by the video assistant referee, Szymon Marciniak awarded Paris St-Germain a penalty after Tino Livramento’s left elbow struck the ball – Getty Images/James Gill Newcastle United were denied one of the most famous victories in their European history against Paris St-Germain by a hugely controversial stoppage-time penalty that was branded ‘disgrace’ and … Read more

Juventus are making a point against Inter as title rumors grow louder in Turin

On the eve of the season’s first Derby d’Italia, both managers insisted they would not “sign for a draw”. Simone Inzaghi was pragmatic, claiming he would never do that “unless it is the second stage [of a knockout game] and you’ve already won the first one. Massimiliano Allegri found a way to do that even … Read more