Rangers star Ben Davies set to START against Celtic as Philippe Clement makes huge derby call
BEN DAVIES is set to start for Rangers in Saturday’s massive Old Firm title crunch.
SunSport understands stopper Leon Balogun won’t be risked in...
Rangers have ‘strong interest’ in £3m defender who is rated ‘best in his league’
PHILIPPE CLEMENT’S Rangers rebuild could include a new defender who is rated ‘the best in his league’.
The Ibrox boss made minor tweaks to his...
Stiliyan signs up for Celtic FC Foundation Legends Charity Match
When Stiliyan Petrov got the call to take part in Celtic FC Foundation’s Legends Charity Match on Sunday, May 26, there was no hesitation is...
Meet Desislava Bozhilova, the cake-making snooker ref who tells off BBC pundits and had run-in with Ronnie O’Sullivan
DESISLAVA BOZHILOVA has become one of the most respected referees in snooker for her ruthless approach to officiating the game.
The Bulgarian, born...
I’m a world famous pop star but I hit headlines for being sick on Celtic Park pitch – at least Rangers fans were happy
HE’s a singer-songwriter and producer who once was one fifth of one of the biggest pop bands on the planet.
And the football daft star has also...
João Klauss: Can St. Louis CITY get more from their Brazilian striker?
Whenever I watch João Klauss, I see an MLS version of Dimitar Berbatov – the Bulgarian legend who starred for a decade in the Premier League with...
Work and Pensions Secretary hits out at ‘cold & calculated' £54million benefit cheats gang
A CABINET minister has blasted Britain's biggest benefit cheats for their “cold, calculated” theft of cash for the vulnerable.
The gang of five,...
Shock moment benefits fraud gang throw £20 notes around after £54m Universal Credit plot run from corner shop
THIS is the shock moment a benefits fraud gang threw £20 notes around amid their £54 million Universal Credit plot run from three corner shops....
Britain’s biggest ever benefit fraudsters revealed as Bulgarian gang who swiped £50m to spend on luxury bling
BRITAIN'S biggest benefit fraudsters cheated taxpayers out of £54million and spent it on luxury cars, designer clothes and flashy watches.
A gang...
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Leeds United's deck of cards needs its cornerstone back to avoid collapsing
Leeds United are hoping Ilia Gruev will return to the fold sooner rather than later after two painfully difficult matches without their Bulgarian...
Craig Levein backs St Johnstone goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov to bounce back from rare blunder
The Saints boss is certain Bulgarian goalie's confidence will not be dented by his costly mistake against Dundee.
International Fans Day 2024: What's in store for the Lads fans jetting in from around the world?
Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty ImagesHere, the Lads and Lasses from the Bilbao Black Cats explain what's in store this weekend when...
Spotted: Leeds first-team regular not seen with squad ahead of Hull clash
Leeds United midfielder Ilia Gruev has not been spotted with the team to take on Hull City in the Championship on 1 April. The Bulgarian...
The...
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MOT View: Farke will be desperate for positive news after Leeds player development last night
Daniel Farke will be hoping for positive news after Ilia Gruev was taken off at half-time during Bulgaria’s friendly with Azerbaijan. Gruev played...
Celtic hero spotted with can of beer on his bag during round of golf – but fans pull him up over choice of lager
AFTER a successful stint at Celtic Park, Hoops fans affectionately came to know him as ‘Stan’.
But Stiliyan Petrov has been criticised – for...
Azerbaijan vs Bulgaria Predictions: Team to Win, Form, News and more 25/03/2024
Here are our predictions for the International Friendly between Azerbaijan and Bulgaria on Monday, March 25th 2024.
I struggled to pay my phone bill when I came for my Celtic medical – but now I’m classed as one of the greats
Celtic have a knack of chasing young talent across the globe and bringing them to Parkhead.
But Stiliyan Petrov admits that it wasn’t just the...
Preview: Azerbaijan vs. Bulgaria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's friendly clash between Azerbaijan and Bulgaria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Ilia Gruev details Leeds United tactical tweak that provides 'huge advantage' over opponents
The Bulgarian has been central to Leeds United's incredible defensive form in 2024.
Preview: Tanzania vs. Bulgaria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Tanzania and Bulgaria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Leeds ace held talks with Daniel Farke amid lack of playing time, response shared
Ilia Gruev has revealed that he held talks with Leeds United boss Daniel Farke about his lack of playing time earlier this season. The...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1971 – The Light Blues & Sky Blues Even Steven In Manchester!
The 1970-71 season is renowned in CCFC folklore as the club’s one and only (so far) foray into the glamour of European football. They had got...
“That's not normal” – Brentford's decision to sign player questioned, CEO hailed, ‘deserves a statue'
Last month, Brentford announced that a deal has been agreed with Club Brugge for Igor Thiago to arrive at the club in the summer. The Premier...
Ilia Gruev makes Leeds United Premier League wish after receiving Bulgarian award
The £4million midfielder has been excellent since breaking into the Leeds United team.
Leeds United’s Ilia Gruev shares where he “hopes” to be playing next season as he receives int’l accolade
Leeds United midfielder Ilia Gruev has finished second in Bulgaria’s 2023 Player of the Year rankings, as he shares his hopes to be a Premier...
Still want drama? Five exciting European title races, from Denmark to Bulgaria
While a lot of Europe's top leagues seem largely devoid of intrigue heading into the final weeks of the season, here are five under-the-radar races...
Fifa announce brand new competition is set to start in days – but fans have probably never heard of it
FIFA have announced a brand-new international competition that is set to start in just days.
The Fifa Series will see international teams from...
Ross Barkley should START for England, he’s been ‘amazing’ and I don’t want Jordan Henderson and Kalvin Phillips in squad
talkSPORT’s Jermaine Pennant has called for Ross Barkley to be given an England call-up over Jordan Henderson and Kalvin Phillips.
The midfielder...
What is the FIFA Series? Football’s next national team competitions
FIFA intends to introduce a series of friendly matches in one location come 2026 with a pilot set for the March window in 2024.
FIFA is ready to...
Sixth ‘Russian spy’ charged with espionage conspiracy in UK after major probe by counter-terror cops
A SIXTH ‘Russian spy’ has been charged with conspiracy to conduct espionage in the UK after a major probe by counter-terror cops.
The authorisation...
Former Celtic star Cillian Sheridan back in football as he teams up with former Rangers rival
QUEEN’S PARK have completed the signing of former Celtic and Republic of Ireland frontman Cillian Sheridan.
SunSport Online revealed the...
Georgi Gospodinov: ‘There was a culture of silence – it was safer not to say what you think'
The Bulgarian author and International Booker prize winner on his newfound fame, how communism influenced his style of writing, and winning praise...
I’m a Brazil legend who won iconic World Cup crown… only TWO players in history are better than me
ROMARIO has claimed only two players in history were better than him during his career.
The Brazil legend has boldly suggested he is the third...
Stiliyan Petrov names the Celtic moment that changed his life as he 'became a man' under Martin O'Neill
The former Bulgaria star has picked the Hoops agonising defeat to Porto in the 2003 UEFA Cup final as one of the four games that changed his life.
My dad is a Premier League cult hero.. now I’m following in his footsteps playing for club who adored him
A MALIAN INTERNATIONAL who starred in the Premier League is now watching on proudly as his son follows in his footsteps at his former club.
Former...
CF Montréal loan Chinonso Offor to Bulgarian club
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Loan
CF Montréal have loaned striker Chinonso Offor to Bulgarian top-flight side FC Arda Kardzhali through 2024 with a...
The five X-rated words Hojlund needs to scream at Antony and Garnacho after shocking stat emerges
A MANCHESTER UNITED legend has told Rasmus Hojlund the X-rated instructions he needs to scream at his team-mates after a shock stat emerged.
The...
Your Tuesday Kickoff: Which Western Conference teams can break into the 2024 playoffs?
CF Montréal sign Bulgarian midfielder Yankov
CF Montréal have acquired midfielder Dominik Yankov from Bulgarian top-flight side Ludogorets. The...
I played with Celtic legend Stiliyan Petrov after reaching Champions League final – now I’m an action movie star
STILIYAN PETROV played with some huge names during his time in Scotland and England.
The Celtic legend shared the pitch with greats such as...
CF Montréal sign Bulgarian midfielder Dominik Yankov
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing
CF Montréal have acquired midfielder Dominik Yankov from Bulgarian top-flight side Ludogorets, the club announced...
LAFC end loan for Filip Krastev
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Exit
LAFC and parent club Lommel SK have mutually agreed to end Filip Krastev's loan, the club announced Saturday. From...
Airdrie Scottish Cup hero Nikolay Todorov plans to make St Johnstone goalie Dimitar Mitov’s life a misery
The two Bulgarians are best friends.
Club really didn't want to sell multi-million player to Leeds - Phil Hay
Phil Hay has claimed that Werder Bremen were “reluctant sellers” when it came to Ilia Gruev joining Leeds United in the summer transfer window. The...
I was World Cup hero beside Celtic icon Henrik Larsson before retiring at 28 to marry Miss Sweden & sell vacuum cleaners
IT was a star-studded Sweden squad which made it all the way to third place at the 1994 World Cup in the USA.
It must have been – because future...
View: Ilia Gruev could fail at Leeds as Daniel Farke makes 'Problem' admission
With Ethan Ampadu deputising at centre-back against Cardiff City on Saturday, Ilia Gruev was handed his third league start of the season in the...
Dimitar Berbatov on "crazy" Man Utd transfer after "embarrassing" Sir Alex Ferguson jibe
Dimitar Berbatov was a £30m signing for Manchester United from Tottenham back in 2008 but the process to get him to Old Trafford was not a...
Victim of Leeds United success may finally be ready to kick up some problems for Daniel Farke
Ilia Gruev has had to patiently wait for a proper chance at Leeds United while Ethan Ampadu has swept all before him since arriving yet there may...
I’m an ex-Man Utd striker… I know what Rasmus Hojlund is going through and I know how to help him bang in the goals
A LEGENDARY Manchester United striker has offered Rasmus Hojlund some advice to help him bang in the goals.
The 20-year-old Dane joined the Red...
On This Day (8th January 1966): Lads keep up with the very Best!
Monty makes another save on this day, with Denis Law and Len Ashurst watching on. Image taken from ‘The Lads in the Sixties' by Alan Brett and...
Rangers looking at 24-year-old Bulgaria international
Rangers are said to be looking at Levski Sofia’s talented.....
Rangers transfers: 10 players linked with January move to Ibrox - Bulgarian maestro, Dutch U21 star, 19-goal striker
The Rangers rumour mill has seen various names linked with a move to Govan this month
Dimitar Berbatov not confident for Manchester United at Nottingham Forest
Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov is not confident the Reds will follow up their Boxing Day win at the City Ground this evening....
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I was a Manchester United star, Sir Alex Ferguson served us Christmas dinner and academy kids took the p*** out of Cristiano Ronaldo
Whilst most of the country logs off over the Christmas period, footballers are among those that carry on.
But what do these stars think about...
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My dad won the Ballon d’Or and World Cup – now I’m making my own way in football
A BRAZIL icon’s son is following in his father’s footsteps as a professional footballer.
His dad was one of the greatest players in the world in...
My dad won the Ballon d'Or and World Cup – now I'm making my own way in football
A BRAZIL icon’s son is following in his father’s footsteps as a professional footballer.
His dad was one of the greatest players in the world in...
Berbatov shocks fans by naming Arsenal star his successor
Former Manchester United star Dimitar Berbatov has named Kai Havertz as the player he thinks is most similar to him. Berbatov enjoyed an impressive...
Manchester United icon Dimitar Berbatov names Arsenal star Kai Havertz as the player who is most similar to him
Premier League legend Dimitar Berbatov has surprisingly named Kai Havertz as the current player that resembles his playing style the most.
The...
Kai Havertz is finally winning argument with Arsenal fans and proving why the ‘snowflake’ has had £135m splashed on him
HE'S cost around £135million in combined transfer fees.
He's scored the winner in a Champions League final.
ARSENALKai Havertz joined Arsenal from...
St Johnstone goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov used to be a striker and he knows goals will come for Perth side
The Bulgarian international believes Saints have the players to put away more chances.
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Fans loving Ross Barkley’s ‘redemption arc’ as ex-Chelsea ace tipped to replace City flop in England squad for Euro 2024
HE starred against Arsenal, and Ross Barkley has now stole the show against the European champions.
The Luton Town midfielder, 30, was in...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1970 – Sky Blues Score A Stoke Success!
On this day (5th December) in 1970 the Sky Blues, under Noel Cantwell‘s tutelage, took on Stoke City at Highfield Road in a Division One game. This...
Aberdeen facing snowstorms and temperatures of minus SEVEN as they take on HJK Helsinki on Thursday
ABERDEEN are facing the prospect of playing in freezing conditions when they travel to fake HJK Helsinki.
Barry Robson’s team travel to the...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1970 – Cantwell’s CCFC Create West Ham Win At Boleyn
Season 1970-71 was the Club’s first ever season playing in Europe and they won their first pair of ties in September in the EUFA Cup against...
Controversial president of the Bulgarian soccer federation resigns following mass protests
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Borislav Mihaylov, the controversial president of the Bulgarian soccer federation and a former national team goalkeeper,…
Academy Blades shine abroad
Three United academy stars enjoyed positive international breaks as Ryan Oné, Oliver Arblaster and Will Osula all experienced a winning end to...
Juventus international recap | Chiesa stars, Yildiz marks his arrival with a debut goal
Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty ImagesA number of Juve players had significant roles to play over this international break It has certainly been an...
Barcelona legend slams decision to name Jude Bellingham Golden Boy despite branding England star mix of three icons
BARCELONA legend Hristo Stoichkov has slammed the decision to name Jude Bellingham as the Golden Boy Award winner.
But the Bulgarian icon still...
Internationals: Stanno Makes U21 Debut!
Jay Stansfield almost marked his England Under-21s debut with a goal on Saturday, when he was denied by the post after a neat swivel on the edge of...
'Failed' - Int'l media react to Leeds United man after Sunday draw
Leeds United midfielder Ilia Gruev played the full 90 minutes of Bulgaria’s 2-2 draw with Serbia in Euro 2024 qualifying on Sunday 19 November....
Stoichkov can understand Vlahovic frustrations at Juventus
Bulgarian Hristo Stoichkov can understand Dusan Vlahovic's frustrations at Juventus.
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Dominik Szoboszlai Scores A Quick Brace For Hungary
Photo by Laszlo Szirtesi/Getty ImagesThe Liverpool midfielder continued his incredible start to the season with two quick goals against Montenegro...
Dominik Szoboszlai downs a shot in the stands after scoring twice to help Hungary qualify for Euro 2024... as the Liverpool star leads the celebrations following Montenegro win
The win meant Szoboszlai's side finished top of qualifying Group G in the European qualification groups, ahead of Serbia - in second - and...
Serbia seal historic Euro 2024 finals place after nervy draw with Bulgaria
Serbia reach first Euros as independent nation after 2-2 draw
Hungary's fight back to end Montenegro's qualification hopes
Serbia have qualified...
Video: Emotional Liverpool star could not hold back tears after helping country qualify for major tournament
Hungary drew 2-2 to Bulgaria on Thursday night and the result helped the country to qualify for the 2024 European Championships next summer in...
Preview: Serbia vs. Bulgaria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Serbia and Bulgaria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Leeds United man narrowly escapes red card as 'dozens arrested' amid fan protest riot police drama
Leeds United midfielder Ilia Gruev was shown a straight red card during Bulgaria's 2-2 UEFA Euro qualifier with Hungary on Thursday night, however...
St Johnstone star Dan Phillips involved in VAR drama against USA but Trinidad suffer later Nations League heartbreak
Dimitar Mitov was left on the bench for Bulgaria's draw against Hungary.
Liverpool Internationals Round-Up: Salah Scores Four For Egypt
Photo by Fareed Kotb/Anadolu Agency via Getty ImagesElsewhere, Diogo Jota and Dominik Szoboszlai also had a good day for their countries. Mohamed...