Football never stops. Every moment of every day, somewhere in the world, someone is involved with the sport — scoring dramatic late goals, posting opinions online, or simply kicking a ball against a wall with friends.
With so much happening, it’s impossible for anyone to keep track of every storyline. Often, it’s the small but compelling moments — a unique angle of a penalty save, a brief exchange between rivals, or a short thread praising N’Golo Kanté’s kindness — that remind us why football captures so many hearts.
To help you stay updated, GIVEMESPORT has created a live blog showcasing the best mini–stories and social media highlights from the last 24 hours.
November 4 – Trent Alexander-Arnold mural vandalised
Hours before Liverpool hosted Real Madrid in the Champions League, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s mural was sprayed with white paint. The words “Rat” and “Adios El Rata” were added beside the image of the defender, who left Liverpool on a free transfer this summer after reportedly learning Spanish months in advance.
November 2 – Peter Crouch reacts to Haaland’s robot celebration
After Erling Haaland scored in Manchester City’s 3–1 win over Bournemouth, he celebrated with a robot dance. Peter Crouch, famous for the same move during his career, joked on social media:
> “I walked so they could run.”
November 1 – Man United fan reacts to failing haircut challenge
United supporter Frank Ilett vowed not to cut his hair until the team won five games in a row. A 2–2 draw with Nottingham Forest ended their winning streak at three, prompting him to post on Instagram:
> “Absolute heartbreak.”
October 29 – Crystal Palace mock Liverpool after big win
Liverpool lost 3–0 to Crystal Palace, marking their sixth defeat in seven games. Palace’s X account taunted them with the post:
> “Liverpool again. W again.”
October 26 – Brentford mock Arne Slot after 3–2 Liverpool defeat
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October 23 – Michael Owen’s reactions reveal his loyalties
Footage showed Michael Owen reacting to goals in Liverpool’s 2–1 loss to Manchester United. While Owen played for both clubs, he celebrated Liverpool’s equaliser far more enthusiastically than United’s goals.
October 19 – Match abandoned after fan–player brawl
A non-league match between Avro and Kidsgrove Athletic was stopped in the 84th minute due to a fight involving players and supporters. A goalkeeper was even seen punching a fan. Both clubs later condemned the incident.
October 18 – Jobe Bellingham criticised after mistake vs Bayern
Borussia Dortmund’s Jobe Bellingham miscontrolled the ball, gifting Bayern a decisive goal and extending his run without a goal or assist to ten games. Fans on X said it was “awful” and that he’ll “have to learn the hard way.”
October 12 – Michail Antonio’s wrecked Ferrari listed for sale
After crashing his Ferrari late last year, Michail Antonio’s damaged £260,000 car was listed online for repair or salvage at around £45,000. Antonio joked he now avoids sports cars and drives a people carrier instead.
October 5 – Everton send message to Tuchel about Grealish
After Jack Grealish starred in Everton’s 3–2 win, the club updated their X bio to push the message “Grealish for England,” hinting at frustration that Thomas Tuchel hasn’t called him up.
October 2 – Eric Dier’s changing accent confuses fans
Eric Dier scored a late penalty for Monaco against Man City, but fans were more interested in his interview, joking that his accent now sounds like he’s “learning English again.”
September 29 – Arsenal players react to online criticism
After equalising vs Newcastle, Arsenal players rushed the ball back to the halfway line instead of celebrating — seemingly in response to fans who previously complained they celebrated too long after a goal. Supporters labelled them:
> “The most chronically online team.”
September 20 – Jurgen Klopp jokes with young Man United fan
Klopp went viral after telling a young United supporter:
> “You’ve been watching s*** football for six years. I’m sorry!”
September 18 – Rashford silences St James’ Park
Marcus Rashford scored twice — including a long-range rocket — for Barcelona against Newcastle, responding to persistent boos from the home crowd.
September 7 – Florian Wirtz scores stunning free-kick for Germany
Liverpool’s £116m signing Florian Wirtz buried a top-corner free-kick against Northern Ireland, reminding everyone of his quality.
September 5 – Match halted due to bee swarm
A game in Tanzania stopped when a swarm of bees caused players, coaches, and officials to drop to the ground to avoid being stung. The bees moved on, and play eventually resumed.
September 3 – Buffon responds to shocking youth match incident
A 13-year-old goalkeeper was punched by a parent and hospitalised. Gianluigi Buffon expressed disbelief and called for stronger actions to restore respect in football.
September 1 – Clip shows contrast between Martinelli and Eze
During Arsenal’s loss to Liverpool, a clip showed Eberechi Eze confidently dribbling past Szoboszlai, while Martinelli struggled in similar situations — illustrating their difference in form and confidence.
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