Hector Fort is one of many youth players who have been able to make a breakthrough in the Barcelona first-team this season. A right-back by trade, Fort has showcased exceptional talent during the second half of the campaign. His ability to move forward, coupled with his versatility has made him a trusted option for Xavi, even as a left-back at …

Manchester United may be barred from Europe next season as a result of UEFA’s adherence to its rule prohibiting clubs owned by the same person from playing against one another. The 71-year-old billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s acquisition of the team was revealed via a club statement in December, capping months of conjecture. Ratcliffe and his INEOS Group invested almost £1 …

It is no secret that Barcelona want to assure Ronald Araujo’s continuity beyond his ongoing contract. The 25-year-old Uruguayan, who is a subject of interest for Bayern Munich, has a contract with Barcelona until 2026 and the team from from Catalonia wants to resolve the entire matter before the end of the season. Leading up to the story, a report …

News from the French National Team camp yesterday rang the alarm bells in Barcelona. It was reported that star defender Jules Kounde had suffered a blow to his ankle during the game against Germany and that his substitution was out of precaution. The report furthered that the blow was minor, although no official communication was provided over the extent of …

Real Madrid have apparently received offers from Chelsea for Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella, though neither deal seems imminent. Defensa Central claims that Chelsea are organising a mass exodus and that they have sent offers to Real Madrid for two of their expensive signings; Fernandez and Cucurella. Given how implausible the double move currently looks to be, the Spanish powerhouses …

The Golden State Warriors were on a roll during the week leading up to their matchup with the Boston Celtics back on March 3rd. They had won 13 out of 16 games, and were rising in the Western Conference, while being talked about as one of the teams that others wouldn’t want to see in the postseason. But ever since …

Joan Laporta’s recent interview cleared the air on Barcelona’s stand on various fronts ahead of the new season. One such clarification the club president provided was on the potential sale of big names. Already sitting in neck-deep water in a financial sense, the Catalans are under pressure to create revenue to be able to sign the players required for next …

March 25 – The Romanian Football Federation (FRF) and Romanian fashion brand Bigotti have signed a partnership agreement until the end 2027. Bigotti becomes the official partner of the Romanian national football team, announced FRF. The duration of the partnership will be at least until the end of 2027, marking a long-term commitment between the two parties. The Bigotti brand …

March 25 – The Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) have renewed their partnership, covering both the men’s and women’s national teams, with pharmacy chain Cimed. On the sidelines of the England – Brazil friendly, the CBF confirmed the new four-year deal that will reportedly be worth R$100 million ($20 million). Cimed will remain one of the national team’s title sponsors …

Joan Laporta and Co did not waste much time in scouting their potential replacement options when Xavi announced his decision to leave Barcelona at the end of the season. The first month that passed after the tactician’s announcement saw Barcelona linked with names from near and far; Hansi Flick, Roberto de Zerbi, Thomas Tuchel, Jurgen Klopp, and Julian Nagelsmann to …