March 4 – Bulgaria’s Levski Sofia has officially submitted documents to re build the Georgi Asparuhov stadium to the Sofia Regional Administration and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bulgaria through its newly formed company ‘Georgi Asparuhov Stadium’ EAD. “On 29.02.2024 (Thursday), through the purpose-built project company ‘Georgi Asparuhov Stadium’ EAD, PFC Levski AD officially submitted to the Sofia …
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On-loan Burnley goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell suffers horror injury
Burnley goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell found himself in a harrowing situation after sustaining a severe injury during a match with Odense while on loan with Danish side AGF. The 27-year-old, who is currently on loan with AGF, suffered brutal injuries to his head and nose during the game, prompting an urgent trip to the hospital for medical attention. Following the match, …
Read More »Reasons why Barcelona attacking duo did not get minutes vs Athletic Club – report
The fault for Barcelona’s two dropped points at San Mames falls primarily on the players. Even with just ten minutes to go, the Catalans did not look to up the ante in attack, thus letting go of perhaps their biggest chance to re-enter the title race. Xavi was visibly distraught at his team’s lack of intent to attack forward in …
Read More »Can the Nuggets earn the #1 seed before the NBA playoffs begin?
Last season, the Denver Nuggets made franchise history by winning their first NBA championship. The Nuggets are eager to win back-to-back titles. However, there are still 21 games left in the regular season before the playoffs begin. At 42-19, Denver is currently third in the West. The first-place Oklahoma City Thunder only have a half-game lead on Denver at #3 …
Read More »Betting probe over, Dorival Jr includes Lucas Paqueta in first Brazil squad
March 4 – New Brazil manager Dorival Jr has recalled West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta to the national team for the first time since an investigation into suspicious betting. Paqueta was named in a new-look Brazilian squad for the friendlies against England and Spain at the end of March as Dorival welcomed him back after the English Football Association failed …
Read More »IFAB clears way for concussion subs, but sinbins remain on trial
March 4 – Football’s lawmakers have approved a series of changes ahead of the 2024/25 season, impacting all major leagues across the globe. Additional permanent concussion substitutions will now be enshrined in football’s laws but it remains an option which is up to organisers of individual competitions to implement. The changes were announced by the International FA Board at its …
Read More »USWNT bounces back in W Gold Cup, faces Canada in semifinal
The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) defeated South American side Colombia to reach the semifinals of the W Gold Cup. Goals from Lindsey Horan, Jenna Nighswonger and Jaedyn Shaw, all in the first half, led to a comfortable victory. Moreover, it was a major bounce back from a poor showing against Mexico to close the group stage. That 2-0 …
Read More »West Ham could move to sign Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal
West Ham United might be tempted to get involved in the race for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale this summer. That is according to Ben Jacobs, who states that the England international may be an option for the Hammers ahead of the new season if he decides to leave North London this summer. Ramsdale has lost his starting position at Arsenal …
Read More »Punishment or tactical tweak – Why did Allegri sub out Joseph Nonge?
The final minutes of the showdown between Napoli and Juventus certainly delivered the drama, with Joseph Nonge at the center of the action. The 18-year-old is a young midfielder who has been developing through the club’s ranks since 2021. Due to the midfield crisis, Max Allegri resorted to his services in the 76th minute of the clash at Maradona Stadium. …
Read More »Americans Abroad Player of the Week: Alex Zendejas
Alex Zendejas did not start in Club America’s trip to Atlas on Saturday night, but it didn’t stop him from delivering a productive shift in the eventual lopsided victory. Zendejas came off the bench, scored two goals, and added one assist in Club America’s 5-1 triumph over Atlas. The U.S. men’s national team winger earned SBI Americans Abroad Player of …
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