BBCCan Vardy still do it in the Premier League?
Jamie Vardy's 18 goals have helped propel Leicester City back to the Premier League after one season in the Championship. However, after a barren campaign in the top flight in 2022-23 and, at the age of 37, can Vardy still perform among the elite? Former team-mate and Premier League winner Danny Simpson tells The Football News Show how the schedule next season could play into Vardy's hands, and how he will be motivated to prove doubters wrong.
AFPReal Madrid's Courtois to return after nine-month injury layoff
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will play his first match for the Spanish club after a nine-month injury layoff against Cadiz this weekend, coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Friday.La Liga leaders Real Madrid have their first chance to be crowned champions this weekend, although they need a helping hand from this season's shock title challengers Girona.
AFPMan City's Foden wins football writers' award
Manchester City's Phil Foden was Friday named Footballer of the Year by the English Football Writers' Association, with the club's Khadija Shaw scooping the women's award."Being named the Football Writers' Association footballer of the year is a huge honour," said Foden.
BBCArteta on fully-fit squad, 'earning right to win' and Bournemouth
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League match at home to Bournemouth (12:30 BST). Arteta said he has a "good headache" as all of his squad are fit and available for selection, including summer signing Jurrien Timber, who has recovered from a long-term knee injury.