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15+ min ago (416+ words) Liverpool's recruitment plans are beginning to take shape as the club looks to strengthen its attacking options ahead of a crucial rebuild phase. With Cody Gakpo currently shouldering much of the responsibility in the forward line and Mohamed Salah's long-term future increasingly uncertain, the Reds are actively exploring the market for a new attacker who can either compete immediately or eventually succeed the Egyptian icon. While Liverpool's current campaign has not reached the heights of last season, there is a growing sense inside Anfield that the foundations of a strong squad are in place. The focus now is on adding elite-quality attacking depth to elevate the team back into consistent title contention. One name that has dominated headlines in recent weeks is Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, but competition for his signature is fierce, with several Premier League giants circling. Should…...

16+ min ago (512+ words) Seven men intercepted in Liverpool believed to be heading to Bondi are facing release back into the public, despite police initially fearing the possibility of a "violent offence" before their arrest. " Seven men, suspected of harbouring "radical ideologies", could be released from custody on Friday afternoon after counter terrorism police detained them in a dramatic, broad daylight operation on a busy road." The men, believed to be bound for Bondi, were intercepted by counter terrorism police in Liverpool, southwest Sydney, on Thursday afternoon." It is understood one of the men was under an active ASIO investigation, while another was known to intelligence agencies. Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon told a press conference on Friday that authorities feared there could have been a "violent offence, driven by "radical Islamist extremism ideologies." "I can say that the potential of a violent offence being…...

37+ min ago (486+ words) Officials' chief tells of Tara Jones' rise SUPER League is likely to get a woman's touch with its first female referee. And Tara Jones has been backed to handle the big, burly players she will be telling off, with a little trick. The former St Helens women's star, who only finished playing last year, has already taken charge of Championship matches and been a men's top flight touch judge. Now referees boss Phil Bentham believes she will be in the middle in 2026 after officiating the Women's Super League Grand Final. He said: "Tara's gone from finishing playing 13 months ago to refereeing top-level Championship games. So, the rise is kind of unbelievable, really. "There's no reason whatsoever that she can't referee men's Super League in 2026. It's just that final step is the biggest step. "She's just confident and we don't treat…...

59+ min ago (120+ words) (McQueeney) " With Christmas just days away, the McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department is lighting up the countdown by sending Santa through local neighborhoods aboard a fire truck. The McQueeney VFD will be hosting its Santa Fire Truck Parade this coming Monday, December 22, and Tuesday, December 23, beginning at 5:30 p.m. both evenings. The festive tradition will be the first for families across McQueeney, offering a simple but meaningful way to celebrate. Fire Chief J. Harmon of the McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department says the event is more about holiday lights and sirens " it's about connection. Because routes may vary each night," residents are reminded that flexibility is key, especially with weather or emergency calls potentially affecting timing....

1+ hour, 8+ min ago (362+ words) Manchester United got a first-hand glimpse of Antoine Semenyo on Monday, with the January window drawing ever closer. Under the lights at Old Trafford, the Ghanaian scored the first of Bournemouth's three equalisers on the night, with the pulsating encounter eventually ending 4-4. With the goal, the "special" 25-year-old now has seven goals and three assists this season, and is currently the third top-scorer in the Premier League. Naturally, plenty of clubs are eyeing the Cherries talisman, and the list includes the likes of United, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur. Both the Red Devils and their noisy neighbours had called Bournemouth to understand the viability of a January deal. Given City's current position in the league table, and the guarantee of playing Champions League football, the Ghana international could have opted to switch to the Etihad. However, as per The…...

1+ hour, 40+ min ago (937+ words) Whatever happens next in Crystal Palace's first European adventure, there is every chance the campaign will be remembered for one primary reason: the first-team debut of 16-year-old Joel Drakes-Thomas. In becoming the fourth-youngest player in the club's history he had already raised eyebrows when confirmed as a starter in the No 10 role against Finnish side KuPS. By full-time, having belied his young years, an outstanding performance in this 2-2 draw had drawn the focus. A succession of senior players, rested by manager Oliver Glasner, made it their purpose to find and congratulate him with hugs and high fives. Drakes-Thomas, a No 10 who can play as a wing-back, is the most talented prospect in Palace's academy, but Glasner has been clear he does not hand out gifts unwarranted. The starts given to three teenagers on Thursday were forced by a hectic schedule,…...

1+ hour, 50+ min ago (362+ words) Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can,…...

1+ hour, 59+ min ago (85+ words) Ngumoha could step up for Liverpool, injury-hit Newcastle need to bounce back and Parker feels the heat Top scorers: check the latest Premier League standings Newcastle v Chelsea, Saturday 12.30pm (all times GMT) Bournemouth v Burnley, Saturday 3pm Brighton v Sunderland, Saturday 3pm Manchester City v West Ham, Saturday 3pm Wolves v Brentford, Saturday 3pm Tottenham v Liverpool, Saturday 5.30pm Everton v Arsenal, Saturday 8pm Leeds v Crystal Palace, Saturday 8pm Aston Villa v Manchester United, Sunday 4.30pm Fulham v Nottingham Forest, Monday 8pm...

2+ hour, 50+ min ago (1139+ words) Liverpool's recent focus has been on the Mohamed Salah saga but pressure now returns to their Premier League defence. Defending champions Liverpool will seek back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time since September when they visit Tottenham on Saturday, but the Reds' woes are far from a distant memory. The pressure building on manager Arne Slot, who last year won the title in his first season in charge, was mounting after a run of nine defeats in 12. The public fallout between the Anfield club and their star forward, Mohamed Salah, has overshadowed the Slot situation " but it has not gone away. Spurs similarly had a sticky run of six defeats in 10 games during October and November and it has hardly improved since. Al Jazeera Sport takes a look at a game that sees both managers concerned for their immediate…...

3+ hour ago (559+ words) Animal activists are calling for a ban on live reindeer events this Christmas, claiming their evidence shows serious welfare concerns. The charity One Kind claims it recorded evidence of reindeer in psychological distress at the Merry Milngavie Christmas parade near Glasgow and at other events last year. The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd rejects these concerns, insisting its animals are kept in the best conditions, exceeding licensing requirements. However the charity believes the animals were likely to be suffering. Head of campaigns for One Kind, Eve Massie Bishop, told BBC Scotland News: "We want to see an end to the use of live reindeer at festive displays. ''Each year they are transported to be at busy crowded events where there is often loud noises, loud music, bright lights and crowds of humans and unpredictable interactions. "Evidence shows that these events are likely…...