Vale of Leven Latest News

Latest News




BBC Sport

The Welsh Way - Inside the 'Harvard of coaching'
BBC Sport goes behind the scenes at the coaching course which counts Thierry Henry and Mikel Arteta as graduates, and is shaping stars of the future.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:54:15 GMT

'The Chelsea project excited me' - Delap on why he joined Blues
New Chelsea signing Liam Delap chose a move to Stamford Bridge instead of other Premier League clubs because the project "excites" him.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:09:00 GMT

'The other ones did not practise' - Guardiola on 'incredible' Echeverri
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gave full debuts to two players in Sunday's handsome victory at the Club World Cup - and both Rayan Ait-Nouri and Claudio Echeverri impressed.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:37:21 GMT

Textor to sell Palace stake to New York Jets owner
Crystal Palace part-owner John Textor has signed an agreement to sell his stake in the club, believed to be worth close to £190m.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:27:47 GMT

Celtic 'giant' & Lisbon Lion Clark dies aged 84
Celtic have paid tribute to Lisbon Lion John Clark, who has died at the age of 84.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:33:40 GMT

Can Germany get their hands back on trophy? Group C guide
There's a range of experience among the teams in Group C with Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Poland. BBC Sport takes a closer look.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:55:54 GMT

Fresh £20m Rangers investment approved
Rangers shareholders have given approval for the club's new American owners to invest £20m in the club.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:56:47 GMT

England & Wales in toughest group - Group D guide
BBC Sport takes a closer look at Group D's so-called 'group of death' with England, France, Netherlands and Wales.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:56:23 GMT

Serie B relegation play-off between Sampdoria and Salernitana abandoned
Sampdoria look set to avoid a first relegation to the third tier of Italian football despite their relegation play-off against Salernitana being abandoned after 65 minutes.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 23:18:04 GMT

'Everyone's been caning me - it's 1-1 now' - Bellingham rivalry is on
A day after Jobe Bellingham scored his first goal for Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund, older brother Jude rescued Real Madrid with a strike of his own.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 22:51:03 GMT

Rudiger complained of racist incident - Alonso
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso says defender Antonio Rudiger reported an alleged racist incident during their Club World Cup win against Mexican side Pachuca.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:07:38 GMT

Club World Cup pitches not great at all - Bellingham
Jude Bellingham criticises the quality of pitches at the Club World Cup and says organisers must do better for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 08:44:09 GMT

England lose to Spain and exit Under-19 Euros
Watch highlights as England are knocked out of the Women's Under-19 European Championship as a result of a late Spain goal.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 19:26:01 GMT

Names will be made - Women's Euros official trailer
The BBC's official trailer for the Women's European Championship in Switzerland.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 12:51:23 GMT

'Liverpool one of world's top-three teams - choosing them was easy'
Germany playmaker Florian Wirtz says making the choice to move to Liverpool was "easy", saying the club is a "top-three team" in the world.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 20:49:35 GMT

England swept aside by Netherlands to exit U19 Euros
Watch highlights as England suffer a 4-2 defeat to the Netherlands, ending their U19 Championship campaign in the group stage.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 20:14:05 GMT

Drogba 2.0, frogs and Dragon Ball Z - Who is Forest 'target' Igor Jesus?
Igor Jesus is nicknamed 'Little Frog', is a huge fan of Anime series Dragon Ball Z and has been linked with Nottingham Forest.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:25:07 GMT

Arsenal could drop Sesko interest - Monday's gossip
Arsenal could drop their interest in RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, while Bayern Munich enter the race for Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:36:55 GMT

How it stands in Club World Cup group stage - and who needs what?
BBC Sport looks at who has qualified for the Club World Cup knockout stages already, and who needs what in the final group games.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:43:52 GMT

Can Switzerland impress on home soil? Group A guide
Group A is perhaps the toughest to call at Euro 2025. Hosts Switzerland are in the group, alongside Norway, Iceland and Finland. BBC Sport takes a closer look.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:53:34 GMT

Can anybody stop Spain? Group B guide
BBC Sport takes a closer look at Group B at Euro 2025 that includes Spain, Portugal, Belgium and Italy.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:54:11 GMT

Tears and triumphs - Being a Scotland international's dad
Former players Derek Ferguson and Lee Miller reflect on the success of Scotland international sons, Lewis and Lennon respectively, and what their futures hold.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 14:28:10 GMT

Premier League contacts Chelsea over Boehly ticket website
The Premier League writes to Chelsea over the club's position with ticket re-sellers - amid controversy over Todd Boehly's involvement in Vivid Seats.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 16:23:12 GMT

Everton close on deal for Fulham right-back Tete
Everton are close to securing a deal to sign Fulham's Dutch right-back Kenny Tete on a free transfer.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:42:54 GMT

Garnacho posts picture wearing Aston Villa shirt
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho posts a picture on his social media of him wearing an Aston Villa shirt

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:09:49 GMT

Duff steps down as manager of champions Shelbourne
Damien Duff leaves his role as manager of League of Ireland Premier Division champions Shelbourne.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:22:46 GMT

'Like a sauna' - Weather concerns continue at Club World Cup
Weather concerns continue to take centre stage at the Fifa Club World Cup with Dortmund boss Niko Kovac saying it felt like a "sauna" during Saturday's game.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 05:12:06 GMT

Wales enjoy 'unreal' send-off for Euro 2025
Wales are given a farewell from supporters at Cardiff airport as they travel to Portugal for a week-long training camp before Euro 2025.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 16:13:29 GMT

Three fans die in Algeria football stadium fall
Many others were injured when a barrier collapsed as MC Alger fans celebrated winning the league, reports say.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:15:19 GMT

Stones feeling 'great' after overcoming 'dark days'
Manchester City defender John Stones says he "feels great" after overcoming "dark days" during an injury-hit two years.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 08:00:19 GMT

The Tooney & Russo Show
Vick explores Ella & Alessia’s home comforts - food, decor & Tooney’s signature dish!

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

'I think it's art' - Earps on her love of goalkeeping
Former England star Mary Earps discusses her passion for goalkeeping and the pressures of playing in the position.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:19:20 GMT

Awkward White House encounter between Trump and Juventus players
Watch President Trump ask Juventus men's players if "a woman could make the team" during their visit to the White House during the Club World Cup, which is being held in the United States.

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:07:17 GMT

Portugal U19s stun England with second-half comeback
Watch highlights as Portugal come from behind to beat England 4-1 in the Women's U19 European Championship at Stadion OSiR Wisła.

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 19:17:40 GMT

England U19s fight back from 5-1 down to draw with Germany - highlights
England score four goals in 10 minutes to come from 5-1 down to draw 5-5 against Germany in the UEFA U19 Championship.

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:24:01 GMT

Black boots policy at Man Utd academy 'perfect' - Gomes
Former Manchester United academy player Angel Gomes speaks to BBC Sport's senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel about his time playing at Old Trafford and whether the pressure of the club is too much for some players.

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:04:15 GMT

Notts County name ex-Burton boss Paterson as head coach
Notts County have appointed former Burton Albion boss Martin Paterson has their new head coach.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 19:21:04 GMT

Fighting spirit lifts England U21s as they eye more history
England show fight to beat Spain and reach the European Under-21 Championship semi-finals, now can Lee Carsley's side defend their title?

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 22:49:25 GMT

Manchester City sign teenage Swiss forward Beney
Manchester City sign teenage Swiss forward Iman Beney on a four-year deal from BSC YB Frauen.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:21 GMT

What next for highly-rated Motherwell teenager Miller?
With one year left on his contract and plenty of clubs interested in signing him, BBC Sport Scotland looks at what the future may hold for Motherwell's 18-year-old talent Lennon Miller.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 07:24:34 GMT

£200m written off - lessons Everton must learn in pivotal summer
With almost £200m in transfer fees written off, BBC Sport looks at the lessons Everton need to learn this summer.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 07:50:10 GMT

Cazorla, 40, scores as Oviedo return to La Liga
Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla kick-starts a dramatic comeback as Real Oviedo win the La Liga 2 play-off final to return to the Spanish top flight after a 24-year absence.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 22:10:15 GMT

Mary Earps: Queen of Stops
Goalkeeper Mary Earps offers an insight into her journey to the pinnacle of her sport.

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:55:00 GMT

Cillian Murphy stars in 28 Days Later
28 days after a killer virus spreads through the UK, a group in London try to survive.

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:22:40 GMT

Vardy, Eriksen, Young - the free agents available
The summer transfer window is in full swing but who are the experienced Premier League players out of contract and available on a free transfer on 1 July?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:48:28 GMT

Hampton's rise to England goalkeeper
Hannah Hampton on overcoming a serious eye condition to rise to become England's number one goalkeeper at Euro 2025.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:00:08 GMT

When are Premier League TV picks announced?
BBC Sport Ask Me Anything team take a look at when the Premier League TV picks will be announced.

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:55:31 GMT

Manager ins and outs - June 2025
BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 19:27:03 GMT

Transfers - June 2025
Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:29:45 GMT

Celtic 'giant' & Lisbon Lion Clark dies aged 84
Celtic have paid tribute to Lisbon Lion John Clark, who has died at the age of 84.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:33:40 GMT

Fresh £20m Rangers investment approved
Rangers shareholders have given approval for the club's new American owners to invest £20m in the club.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:56:47 GMT

Tears and triumphs - Being a Scotland international's dad
Former players Derek Ferguson and Lee Miller reflect on the success of Scotland international sons, Lewis and Lennon respectively, and what their futures hold.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 14:28:10 GMT

Podcast: Ferguson & Miller on being football dads
Derek Ferguson and Lee Miller tell us about their footballer sons - Lewis and Lennon

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:32:00 GMT

AEK set deadline for move for Rangers' Dessers - gossip
Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers could be moving closer to the Ibrox exit, while there is a pre-season blow for Russell Martin...

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:38:34 GMT

Lack of 3pm kick-offs 'exception not rule' - SPFL
The Premiership's opening fixture weekend spread over three days will be the "exception rather than the rule", says the SPFL's Calum Beattie.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 15:00:02 GMT

What next for highly-rated Motherwell teenager Miller?
With one year left on his contract and plenty of clubs interested in signing him, BBC Sport Scotland looks at what the future may hold for Motherwell's 18-year-old talent Lennon Miller.

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 07:24:34 GMT

Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars
After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:43:39 GMT

Pressure and lack of belief - the challenges facing Alonso
Xabi Alonso starts his managerial reign at Real Madrid in Wednesday's Club World Cup game against Al-Hilal, and is already facing pressure.

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:08:59 GMT

The 'two-metre Messi-Musiala' starring at U21 Euros
Who is European Under-21 Championship top scorer Nick Woltemade?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 08:51:46 GMT

Barcelona sign goalkeeper Garcia on six-year deal
Barcelona sign goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol after triggering his 25m euros (£21.3m) release clause.

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:18:36 GMT

Serie B play-off rescheduled after food poisoning
Salernitana's request to reschedule their Serie B relegation play-off against Sampdoria after their squad was hit by food poisoning has been accepted.

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:25:29 GMT

Fans found guilty of hate crimes against Vinicius Jr
Four people have been handed suspended prison sentences for hate crimes against Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr.

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:47:27 GMT

Wales enjoy 'unreal' send-off for Euro 2025
Wales are given a farewell from supporters at Cardiff airport as they travel to Portugal for a week-long training camp before Euro 2025.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 16:13:29 GMT

Can Switzerland impress on home soil? Group A guide
Group A is perhaps the toughest to call at Euro 2025. Hosts Switzerland are in the group, alongside Norway, Iceland and Finland. BBC Sport takes a closer look.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:53:34 GMT

Can anybody stop Spain? Group B guide
BBC Sport takes a closer look at Group B at Euro 2025 that includes Spain, Portugal, Belgium and Italy.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:54:11 GMT

Can Germany get their hands back on trophy? Group C guide
There's a range of experience among the teams in Group C with Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Poland. BBC Sport takes a closer look.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:55:54 GMT

England & Wales in toughest group - Group D guide
BBC Sport takes a closer look at Group D's so-called 'group of death' with England, France, Netherlands and Wales.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:56:23 GMT

The Tooney & Russo Show
Vick explores Ella & Alessia’s home comforts - food, decor & Tooney’s signature dish!

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Manchester City sign teenage Swiss forward Beney
Manchester City sign teenage Swiss forward Iman Beney on a four-year deal from BSC YB Frauen.

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:21 GMT

Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars
After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:43:39 GMT

How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?
With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:30:55 GMT

When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford
Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:01:52 GMT

East meets west London - the mentor who changed Chelsea
Vinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room.

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:04:58 GMT

The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generation
Nineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville.

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:01:06 GMT

The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football
North Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football.

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:04:32 GMT

Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightning
John White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona.

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:03:58 GMT

Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feud
Antonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine.

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:10:43 GMT


This website and its content is copyright of Bobby Sinnet & Thomas Jamieson - © Bobby Sinnet & Thomas Jamieson . All rights reserved.
Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited other than the following:
• you may print or download to a local hard disk extracts for your personal and non-commercial use only
• you may copy the content to individual third parties for their personal use, but only if you acknowledge the website as the source of the material
You may not, except with our express written permission, distribute or commercially exploit the content. Nor may you transmit it or store it in any other website or other form of electronic retrieval system.

Contact Us | Site Enquiries