Jacob Entwistle

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Jacob is a Sports Social Editor at JOE, with 6 years experience working in social media. Starting his sports media journey in late 2019, he founded an Instagram profile "Must Win Game". His main interests include going to gigs and Burnley FC.

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  • All clubs must have one homegrown u21 player on pitch at all times, FIFA plans

    All clubs must have one homegrown u21 player on pitch at all times, FIFA plans

    Fifa are considering a new plan described as ‘radical’. All clubs must have one homegrown u21 player on the pitch at all times, due to a new radical plan being considered from Fifa, reports Martyn Ziegler of The Times. The new idea is said to help the development of young players, which will be proposed […]

    1 month ago

  • How the Premier League table would look if every ‘VAR error’ was removed

    How the Premier League table would look if every ‘VAR error’ was removed

    It’s that time of the season again where you’re wondering if you’re better off or not without it.. Reflecting on your side’s season, you can always turn to the trusty VAR for an underperforming campaign. Every side has their individual case at some point though, we’ve all had major decisions go against us, and when […]

    1 month ago

  • Why Michael Olise chose to play for France not England

    Why Michael Olise chose to play for France not England

    We turned back the time for the reason Michael Olise is quickly establishing himself as a superstar. From the Championship of Reading to the Champions League of Bayern Munich, the France international has now bagged in back-to-back matches in the coveted tournament where the world of football is watching, against the mighty Real Madrid and […]

    1 month ago

  • Jose Mourinho emerges as favourite for return to former club

    Jose Mourinho emerges as favourite for return to former club

    He is the ‘preferred candidate’ Jose Mourinho has emerged as a favourite to return to one of his iconic former clubs. Only joining Benfica in September, he is yet to lose a top-flight game in Portugal. Despite this, “The Special One” could be set for a sensational return to none-other than the iconic Real Madrid […]

    1 month ago

  • The 13 players that could leave Man United this summer in major shake-up

    The 13 players that could leave Man United this summer in major shake-up

    It may be a summer of change at United. Manchester United have had a brilliant season by recent accounts, currently sitting 3rd in the table and Champions League football returning a high likelihood at this point. Winning 1-0 at Stamford Bridge last time around in the league, The Red Devils remain ahead of Liverpool and […]

    1 month ago

  • Pep Guardiola potential ‘next role emerges’ as football legend backs manager

    Pep Guardiola potential ‘next role emerges’ as football legend backs manager

    The Premier League legend could be closing in on another title at Man City, but reports have linked with a move elsewhere afterwards. Away from the title race with Arsenal, Pep Guardiola has been linked to a sensational manager’s role elsewhere. After a major week of defeating the title-challenging Gunners 2-1 and now relegated Burnley […]

    1 month ago

  • Chelsea make contact with Premier League manager as Liam Rosenior successor

    Chelsea make contact with Premier League manager as Liam Rosenior successor

    The Blues have moved on fast. Chelsea have moved on from the sacking of Liam Rosenior, and fast. With the Blues losing five games in a row without scoring a single goal, Blue Co decided an instant change was needed, reliving Rosenior of his duties. Now heading to Wembley quickly on Sunday for the Leeds […]

    1 month ago

  • Monster Leicester City wage bill revealed after club plunged into League 1 relegation

    Monster Leicester City wage bill revealed after club plunged into League 1 relegation

    The Foxes are going to have to make some serious cuts. Leicester City’s season has been nothing short of disastrous. Originally tipped for an immediate promotion back to the big time, the Foxes have instead suffered the unthinkable – back-to-back relegations. On paper, Gary Rowett’s side are still star-studded for such a loss to occur, […]

    1 month ago

  • How the top 6 can all qualify for the Champions League next season

    How the top 6 can all qualify for the Champions League next season

    The outcome is fully possible! With the top 5 of the Premier League table most likely set in stone for the season, the lucky 6th-place could also potentially qualify for the illustrious Champions League – should two outcomes occur. Currently in the league standings, Man City can go above Arsenal on goal difference – should […]

    2 months ago

  • Indie band lead singer becomes owner of historic English football club

    Indie band lead singer becomes owner of historic English football club

    ”I’m going into my Elton John 1980s era!” An indie band lead singer becoming the owner of one of England’s most historical clubs is always an excellent duo. Channelling his “Elton John 1980s era”, the historic, first ever football club, Sheffield FC have a new man in charge – the Reverend and The Makers lead […]

    3 months ago

  • ‘Game’s gone’ – Fans left furious after controversial Wrexham red card

    ‘Game’s gone’ – Fans left furious after controversial Wrexham red card

    The tackle has prompted mass debate Wrexham and Chelsea, a proper cup tie under the North Wales lights, had it all. Comebacks, controversy and a red card, though not for The Blues this time. With the Red Dragons taking the lead, not once, but twice, they were then instantly nullified by Liam Rosenior’s resilient Blues […]

    3 months ago

  • Tottenham already considering major European manager to replace Igor Tudor

    Tottenham already considering major European manager to replace Igor Tudor

    The Tudor era could be over Igor Tudor’s days at Tottenham Hotspur could already be numbered. After three matches, fans are in despair at the prospect of a daunting drop to the Championship, a situation so unprecedented for a club of Spurs’ stature. Under the new Croatian gaffer, things have not gone to plan in […]

    3 months ago

  • Macclesfield FC stadium set on fire as people urged to ‘stay away’

    Macclesfield FC stadium set on fire as people urged to ‘stay away’

    The National League North side have confirmed it is a suspected arson. Macclesfield FC have urged people to stay away from the stadium after a suspected arson attack. The incident is understood to have taken place in the early hours of the morning, with the club confirming that there were no casualties or injuries as […]

    3 months ago

  • Lionel Messi taken down by pitch invader as player forced to intervene

    Lionel Messi taken down by pitch invader as player forced to intervene

    The legend was pulled down by a supporter. Lionel Messi was taken down by a pitch invader as a player intervened during a friendly between Inter Miami and Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle on Friday. Initially due to take place on 13 February, Messi suffered an unfortunate injury, causing the game to be pushed back. […]

    3 months ago

  • Jesse Lingard to reunite with old Man United teammate as next move edges closeer

    Jesse Lingard to reunite with old Man United teammate as next move edges closeer

    The free agent is in talks over his next transfer. Jesse Lingard is reportedly in advanced talks over his next move, which would mean a reunion with a former Man United teammate, as per reports. Without a club since December, he departed FC Seoul after two seasons, in which he scored 19 goals in 67 […]

    3 months ago

  • Man United agree deal to sell first team star as personal terms agreed

    Man United agree deal to sell first team star as personal terms agreed

    The player is reportedly on the move. Manchester United have reportedly reached an agreement to sell goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, as per Sporx. Since Senne Lammens joined the club, Bayindir’s minutes have been limited at the club as the Belgian goalkeeper has taken the no.1 shirt. Previously behind Andre Onana in the pecking order too, Bayindir […]

    4 months ago

  • Nicolo Barella speaks out on Liverpool incident that ‘cost Inter Champions League place’

    Nicolo Barella speaks out on Liverpool incident that ‘cost Inter Champions League place’

    Inter Milan midfielder Barella has mentioned a previous big moment Nicolo Barella has spoken out on a previous incident in Internazionale’s 1-0 defeat to Liverpool – after the Italian giants were knocked out of the Champions League play-off phase by Norwegian underdogs Bodo/Glimt. Pulling off one of the biggest shocks in UCL history on Tuesday […]

    4 months ago

  • The little-known reason why Wolves v Arsenal is only midweek Prem match

    The little-known reason why Wolves v Arsenal is only midweek Prem match

    Arsenal are aiming to move further forward in their title charge. Wolves vs Arsenal is the only midweek Premier League football, for a little-known reason. After dropping points at the resurgent Brentford last time around, the Gunners went into the game a mere four points ahead of their nearest rivals Manchester City. Travelling to Molineux, […]

    4 months ago

  • Spurs agree verbal deal to appoint new manager until end of season

    Spurs agree verbal deal to appoint new manager until end of season

    There is no permanent option. Tottenham Hotspur have made a verbal agreement to appoint an interim head coach until the end of the season. Succeeding the departed Thomas Frank, Spurs are in instant need of a resurgence up the Premier League table as they aim to avoid an impeding relegation battle. The rejuvenated West Ham […]

    4 months ago

  • Phil Jones joins English club as first team coach

    Phil Jones joins English club as first team coach

    He’s back in the game! Former Manchester United defender Phil Jones has ventured further into coaching, as he has taken on a role as first team coach at an English club. Now 33 years of age, Jones spent the vast majority of his career at Old Trafford, initially signed by the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson. […]

    4 months ago

  • New club make direct contact over signing of Darwin Nunez

    New club make direct contact over signing of Darwin Nunez

    The former Liverpool man could be on the move again! Darwin Nunez could be on his way to a new club just hours after it was made clear he is unhappy at Al Hilal. After an interesting three year spell at Anfield, the Premier League fan favourite left Liverpool for the Saudi Pro League – […]

    4 months ago

  • Former Premier League star ready to quit manager job to become Spurs boss

    Former Premier League star ready to quit manager job to become Spurs boss

    He is ready to take the role! A former Premier League star is ready to sort out the scene at Tottenham Hotspur and replace the departed Thomas Frank. Sacked on Wednesday night following a 2-1 defeat at home to Newcastle United, the former Brentford boss lasted only eight months in the role. Leaving the club […]

    4 months ago

  • Sanctions for Senegal v Morocco AFCON final chaos confirmed

    Sanctions for Senegal v Morocco AFCON final chaos confirmed

    Africa’s football governing body has handed out the sanctions. Following the Senegal v Morocco AFCON final on Sunday 18th January, the African football governing body has handed out the sanctions. In a memorable match that will go down in football history, there was also plentiful drama. Fan issues, players walking off the pitch, a missed […]

    4 months ago

  • Saudi Pro League plotting major move for Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele

    Saudi Pro League plotting major move for Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele

    Preliminary inquires have been made. The Saudi Pro League have reportedly made preliminary inquiries over the remarkable signing of Ballon d’or and Champions League winner Ousmane Dembele, as per a report from Sky Sports. Senior SPL figures have already made inquiries to bring the Paris Saint Germain star to their squad in 2026. A major […]

    5 months ago

  • Steven Gerrard set to return to Anfield as reunion plan confirmed

    Steven Gerrard set to return to Anfield as reunion plan confirmed

    The legend is back. Steven Gerrard is set to return to Anfield as a Liverpool FC Legends Squad line up to face Borussia Dortmund Legends. The former Reds icon will step foot on the Merseyside soil on Saturday March 28 – as the game kicks-off at 3pm. Gerrard is a major addition to a group […]

    5 months ago

  • Big six club make shock move for Andy Robertson

    Big six club make shock move for Andy Robertson

    The Liverpool legend could be transferring! A big six club are working on a deal to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool this month, in a remarkable new report from David Ornstein of The Athletic. Out of contract this summer, the Liverpool legend has featured 13 times in the league and four times in the Champions […]

    5 months ago

  • Ange Postecoglou makes return to football after leaving Forest

    Ange Postecoglou makes return to football after leaving Forest

    Big Ange is back. Ange Postecoglou has made a lowkey return to the game – following his departure from Nottingham Forest in October. Initially taking over from the sacked Nuno Espirito Santo in September, Postecoglou suffered a similar fate only a month later at the City Ground. Spending eight matches in charge of Forest, the […]

    5 months ago

  • Dele Alli’s next move: 4 offers on the table for former England star

    Dele Alli’s next move: 4 offers on the table for former England star

    The former Como man is currently a free agent. Dele Alli is a free agent after leaving Como and reportedly has 4 concrete offers on the table. Lastly featuring for Cesc Fabregas’ side, the previously Premier League midfielder signed an 18th-month contract in January 2025, making his debut two months later against AC Milan. His […]

    5 months ago

  • Football legend Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer

    Football legend Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer

    Keegan is affectionately known as ‘King Kev’ for his footballing success. Football legend Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, his family have said. The former England manager and forward, 74, was recently admitted to hospital after “ongoing abdominal symptoms”, a statement has said. “These investigations have revealed a diagnosis of cancer, for which Kevin […]

    5 months ago

  • Man City identify ‘Big 6’ manager as Pep Guardiola successor

    Man City identify ‘Big 6’ manager as Pep Guardiola successor

    The gaffer identified is ‘high among the candidates’ to succeed the legendary Pep. Manchester City have identified a potential successor for the iconic Pep Guardiola – should he decide to leave the North West next summer. As per anonymous sources to The Athletic and David Ornstein, there is a growing anticipation that Guardiola may leave […]

    6 months ago

  • Revealed: Which Premier League side will lose the most players during Afcon?

    Revealed: Which Premier League side will lose the most players during Afcon?

    The African Cup of Nations kicks off earlier this year, with the tournament commencing on 21 December. AFCON is back next month and before we know it, players will be making the move to Morocco. Players may miss up to six or seven league and cup games – should their team reach the final of […]

    7 months ago

  • Police investigating after Premier League player ‘threatened with gun’ in London

    Police investigating after Premier League player ‘threatened with gun’ in London

    The player was targeted in London on 6 September. The Metropolitan Police are investigating an incident after a football agent allegedly threatened a Premier League footballer with a gun on 6 September. The incident has been described as a “horrible” ordeal for the player – who cannot be legally identified, as per BBC Sport. The […]

    8 months ago

  • Carabao Cup draw in full: Arsenal, holders Newcastle and Chelsea learn fate

    Carabao Cup draw in full: Arsenal, holders Newcastle and Chelsea learn fate

    The draw is out! The quarter-final of the Carabao Cup draw is out after a Wednesday night where Crystal Palace defeated Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield. Arne Slot fielded an inexperienced squad, with the likes of Mo Salah, Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak missing out completely. Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta’s formidable Arsenal comfortably brushed aside Brighton & […]

    8 months ago

  • US billionaire eyes takeover of English football club

    US billionaire eyes takeover of English football club

    The club are looking for new ownership following being placed into administration. A US-based billionaire investor in sports such as baseball, ice hockey and music is among the main candidates to buy Sheffield Wednesday, as per a report from Telegraph Sport. John McEvoy, the potential investor, has a minority stake in huge talent management firm […]

    8 months ago

  • Sheffield Wednesday discover immediate punishment from EFL after going into administration

    Sheffield Wednesday discover immediate punishment from EFL after going into administration

    The club have faced mounting financial issues in recent times and administration was confirmed earlier today. The historic English football club Sheffield Wednesday have been placed into administration. Mounting financial issues in recent times, the club currently owe £1million to HMRC in unpaid taxes. 18+ Be Gamble Aware It is one of many off-field issues […]

    8 months ago

  • Historic English football club to be ‘placed into administration imminently’

    Historic English football club to be ‘placed into administration imminently’

    The club have faced mounting financial issues in recent times. A historic English football club are set to be placed into administration imminently, as per a number of sources. Mounting financial issues in recent times, the club currently owe £1million to HMRC in unpaid taxes. 18+ Be Gamble Aware It is one of many off-field […]

    8 months ago

  • Sean Dyche instantly bans two items from Nottingham Forest training

    Sean Dyche instantly bans two items from Nottingham Forest training

    There are two non-negotiable rules with the Forest gaffer. Sean Dyche is back and with a bang – beating Portuguese giants FC Porto 2-0 with a trademark victory. Courtesy of penalties in each half from skipper Morgan Gibbs-White and Brazilian summer signing Igor Jesus, Forest got the feel-good factor back at The City Ground after […]

    8 months ago

  • Former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere ‘in talks’ for manager role

    Former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere ‘in talks’ for manager role

    Moving into management, Wilshere was last the interim gaffer at Norwich City. Jack Wilshere has reportedly been lined up for a new manager role in the English football league. Previously the interim boss at the Canaries, he has reportedly held talks with a League 1 club over taking the hotseat, as per Football Insider. 18+ […]

    8 months ago

  • Jude Bellingham opens up on ‘showing vulnerability’ on World Mental Health Day

    Jude Bellingham opens up on ‘showing vulnerability’ on World Mental Health Day

    The Real Madrid midfielder spoke about tackling the stigma of mental health. Real Madrid and England star Jude Bellingham has spoken for more athletes to ‘show vulnerability’ in a powerful message marking World Mental Health Day. Admitting that he used to search his name on social media after matches as a young player, the 22-year-old […]

    8 months ago

  • Current England star reveals how he almost retired last season

    Current England star reveals how he almost retired last season

    One of the Three Lions’ stars opened up in an emotional admission. One of England’s first-team stars has revealed that he considered retirement last season amid injury and lack of game-time struggles. On Thursday evening, Thomas Tuchel’s side host Wales in a friendly match, before they travel to Latvia for a World Cup qualifier clash. […]

    9 months ago

  • Arsenal could make Wembley move as Emirates is expanded

    Arsenal could make Wembley move as Emirates is expanded

    The Emirates stadium capacity would increase significantly. Arsenal are planning a major expansion of the Emirates Stadium, which would mean a temporary resort to playing at Wembley Stadium, as per a report from The Telegraph. Continuous work has gone into overhauling and improving the home of the Gunners, which would increase the current capacity from […]

    9 months ago

  • Trent Alexander-Arnold likely return date confirmed ahead of Anfield clash

    Trent Alexander-Arnold likely return date confirmed ahead of Anfield clash

    Real Madrid travel to Liverpool on November 4th. When Trent Alexander-Arnold will likely return to the action has been confirmed by a trusted journalist following his early injury in the Champions League clash at home to Marseille. Making his Santiago Bernabeu UCL bow on September 16th, Alexander-Arnold was frustratingly substituted just minutes into the match […]

    9 months ago

  • England squad confirmed as two major stars don’t feature

    England squad confirmed as two major stars don’t feature

    Thomas Tuchel has picked his squad for the upcoming clashes against Wales and Latvia. Thomas Tuchel has announced his Three Lions squad ahead of the international friendly at home to Wales and the World Cup qualifier at Latvia. With an impeccable record so far ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament in North America, England […]

    9 months ago

  • Alisson set to miss crucial clashes as likely injury length confirmed

    Alisson set to miss crucial clashes as likely injury length confirmed

    His time off the pitch has been revealed. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is set for a lengthy period on the sidelines after his injury at Galatasaray, as per The Athletic. Substituted during the 1-0 defeat at Galatasaray in Istanbul, his understudy Giorgi Mamardashvili is now likely to be between the Liverpool sticks for the current […]

    9 months ago