FOOTBALL

Arsenal Keeper Borbe Stretchered Off in Neck Brace During Women’s Champions Cup Final Win

Anneke Borbe
January 2026

Borbe was stretchered off with a neck brace and oxygen after a collision, with the match delayed and players visibly concerned despite Arsenal winning 3-2. Borbe collided with Wubben-Moy while diving for a long ball, triggering a concussion substitution; Van Domselaar replaced her and wore Borbe’s shirt for the medal moment; Wubben-Moy said the team would check on Borbe before celebrating.

Wrexham Sign Zak Vyner From Bristol City on Long-Term Deal

Zak Vyner
January 2026

Wrexham completed Vyner’s signing for an undisclosed fee as their first January addition, targeting leadership and experience for the promotion push. Vyner was omitted from Bristol City’s squad before the move, then signed a deal with an extension option; he cited Wrexham’s project and recent promotion run as key factors.

Sesko Credits Carrick for United Work-Rate Spike as Winning Run Continues

Benjamin Šeško
January 2026

Šeško said Carrick has raised United’s work rate and collective defending, helping fuel a perfect three-game run, and described his late winner as a personal dream moment. United conceded a late equaliser, then Šeško turned and hit the top corner minutes later; he said Carrick’s message is freedom with increased off-ball effort and spacing discipline; his recent scoring form has accelerated with four goals in four games.

Norwich Confirm Loaned United Teen Harry Amass May Be Out Long Term

Harry Amass
January 2026

Norwich said Amass suffered a serious injury in the final seconds of training and could miss a long period, potentially the rest of the season. He debuted after joining on loan, then was injured before the next match; Clement said Norwich will coordinate with United and will not sign another left-back, using existing depth.

Carrick Says He Takes No Offence Ahead of Old Trafford Ownership Protest

Michael Carrick
January 2026

Carrick said he is not offended by planned fan protests against ownership, despite improved results under his interim spell. The protest is driven by long-running anger at the Glazers and continued frustration after recent underperformance; Carrick acknowledged the context while focusing on football matters.

Flick Criticises Barcelona Finishing After 3-1 Win Despite Huge Chance Volume

Hansi Flick
January 2026

Barcelona won 3-1 but Flick criticised wasteful finishing, saying the performance should have produced more goals. Barcelona generated heavy shot volume and high expected goals, went ahead via Yamal, were pegged back, then regained control through Torres and a late Rashford goal; Flick praised overall play but singled out the final actions in attack.

Rochet Calls Out Emiliano Martínez “Arrogance” Despite Praising His Goalkeeping

Emiliano Martínez
January 2026

Rochet said he does not like Martínez’s on-field attitudes and mind games, framing them as arrogance, while also calling him a phenomenal goalkeeper. Rochet contrasted his own low-key style with Martínez’s theatrics, acknowledging it works for Martínez but saying he discourages that profile among Uruguay teammates.

Konate Returns Early After Father’s Death, Scores in Liverpool Rout of Newcastle

Ibrahima Konaté
January 2026

Konaté returned earlier than planned after his father’s death to help an injury-hit squad, scored late in a 4-1 win, and was in tears after the goal. He trained twice after returning midweek, came into a depleted back line, scored in stoppage time, and described choosing to come back to support the team; Slot confirmed Konaté proactively asked to return because of defensive injuries.

Stoppage-Time Brawl After Chelsea Winner, Todibo Sent Off for Throat Grab

Jean-Clair Todibo
January 2026

A mass brawl erupted late after Chelsea’s comeback winner, ending with Todibo shown a straight red card for violent conduct. The flashpoint began when Traore shoved Cucurella near the touchline. In the melee, Todibo grabbed Pedro by the throat; VAR reviewed and dismissed him. Players including Palmer and Mavropanos were involved as tempers flared.

Rosenior Says Chelsea Deserved Half-Time Boos, Praises Second-Half Response in West Ham Comebac

Liam Rosenior
January 2026

Chelsea came from 2-0 down to beat West Ham 3-2, with Rosenior saying he would have booed the first-half performance. West Ham led via Bowen and Summerville. Chelsea levelled through a Pedro header and Cucurella from close range, then Fernandez scored the winner. Rosenior credited the fans for the second half and said results (six wins from seven) are the only way to win them over.