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Published: 10 October 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online. Craig Bellamy’s words before kick-off could not have been more prophetic. The Wales manager had compared the upcoming clash to a boxing match between opponents of unequal strength — and he was right. Within 20 minutes, England had raced to a commanding 3-0 lead, effectively ending the friendly in what felt like a technical knockout. The...

Published: 10 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. When Scotland reflect on what could be their first World Cup qualification since 1998, they may look back on this extraordinary night in Glasgow with disbelief, relief, and perhaps a smile. Against all odds — and against the flow of play — Steve Clarke’s men snatched a vital 3–1 victory over Greece, keeping their qualification dream alive. It...

Published: 08 September 2025. The English Chronicle Desk In a landmark achievement for the world of football, Cristiano Ronaldo has officially become the sport’s first billionaire player, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which tracks the net worth of the globe’s wealthiest individuals. This recognition not only highlights Ronaldo’s enduring success on the pitch but also underscores the financial acumen that has allowed him to amass wealth beyond the reach...

Published: 08 October 2025. The English Chronicle Online. Arsenal’s much-anticipated return to the UEFA Women’s Champions League began in frustration and disappointment as they suffered a 2-0 home defeat to the formidable Lyon at Meadow Park. The reigning European champions, buoyed by a packed and expectant crowd, started brightly but were undone by two catastrophic defensive lapses that gifted the French powerhouse all three points. The encounter, which pitted last...

Published: 07 September 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. In a controversy shaking the football world, FIFA has accused the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) of falsifying citizenship documents to secure the eligibility of seven foreign-born players for the Malaysian national team. The global football governing body described the act as a “clear form of cheating,” prompting suspensions, fines, and widespread public outrage in Malaysia. According to FIFA’s official report released...

Published: 07 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. A report by The English Chronicle Online. Lewis Moody, the 47-year-old former England rugby captain and World Cup winner, has become the latest high-profile athlete to be diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease that may be connected to his years in collision sport. His name now joins a growing list of rugby players who have faced similar fates — men whose post-retirement years...

Published: 06 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. A report by The English Chronicle Online. Arsenal’s 2-0 triumph over West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium has revealed more than just the team’s dominance on the pitch. In his 300th game in charge, manager Mikel Arteta witnessed a performance that not only highlighted the quality of his starting eleven but also demonstrated the depth, flexibility, and resilience that could define...

Published: 06 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. A report by The English Chronicle Online. The turbulent tenure of Michael Martin at Rangers has finally reached its conclusion, leaving fans and insiders alike reflecting on an era marked by frustration, controversy, and unmet expectations. Despite an initial promising presentation to the club’s new owners, which reportedly won him favor behind closed doors, Martin’s time as head coach has been characterized...

Published: 06 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk, English Chronicle Online Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has etched his name further into Premier League history following his side’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Brentford, securing a landmark 250th top-flight win with a single club. The achievement places Guardiola in a highly exclusive group alongside legendary managers Sir Alex Ferguson of Manchester United and Arsène Wenger of Arsenal, making him only the...

Published: 05 October '2025. the English Chronicle Desk Arsenal secured a hard-fought victory against West Ham at the Emirates Stadium, moving a point ahead of Liverpool in the Premier League standings, but the triumph came with fresh injury concerns for Mikel Arteta’s side. The Gunners’ 2-0 win was defined not only by clinical finishing but also by setbacks to key midfielders, highlighting the ongoing challenges Arsenal face in maintaining squad...