Tottenham attacking midfielder Dejan Kulusevski has made it clear that he doesn’t think he’s currently playing in his best position under Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou. The Sweden international has had a decent spell at Tottenham since joining from Juventus, initially on loan, and then permanently, but it seems he’s not entirely convinced that the club have been getting the best …
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Brazilian FA signs ICSS for battle against football corruption
March 25 – In a move aimed at protecting Brazilian football from match-fixing and other threats to its integrity, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has signed a landmark agreement with the Qatar-based International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS). The signing came on the eve of Saturday’s prestige friendly between England and Brazil at Wembley as part of a national plan by the CBF …
Read More »Russia calls off Paraguay friendly after terrorist attack on concert hall
March 25 – Russia has called off its friendly against Paraguay scheduled for Moscow today due to the fatal terrorist attack outside the capital. At least 133 people were killed after gunmen opened fire with automatic weapons in a suburban concert hall on Friday. The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility. Officials said the match, originally scheduled for Moscow’s VTB Arena, …
Read More »Netherlands Euro 2024 Squad Predictions
As the anticipation for Euro 2024 in Germany builds, the focus intensifies on Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands, a team not pegged as outright favourites but certainly seen as formidable dark horses. Following their journey to the quarter-finals in the 2022 World Cup under Louis van Gaal, Koeman inherits a squad brimming with a promising blend of youthful exuberance and seasoned expertise. …
Read More »Leicester City issues legal challenge to Premier League and EFL financial fair play probe
March 25 – Promotion-chasing English tier-2 club Leicester City have issued “urgent legal proceedings” against the Premier League and the English Football League after being charged for breaching financial rules. The club, which could face a points deduction, has been referred to an independent commission for an alleged breach of the Premier League profitability and sustainability rules during its previous seasons in the …
Read More »Real Madrid to monitor contract talks
Real Madrid are set to closely monitor Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract talks with Liverpool as he assesses his situation and long-term future. According to Matteo Moretto in his exclusive Daily Briefing column, the England international will hold discussions with Liverpool soon and decide after those talks if he wants to commit his future to the Reds or consider a new challenge …
Read More »Phillips transfer to West Ham in the balance, says Jacobs
Kalvin Phillips’ potential permanent transfer to loan side West Ham United in the summer now looks to be in the balance due to his lack of form since moving to the London Stadium. The England international left Manchester City to join West Ham on loan in the January transfer window, and it’s perhaps now a little easier to see why …
Read More »Manchester United weighing up £25 million summer move for Barcelona teenager – report
Barcelona’s factory of talents, La Masia, has rarely ever disappointed when it comes to churning out generational prodigies. But to broaden their scope, the Catalan giants have lately kept their eyes peeled out for ascending talents from foreign areas before they hit the big leagues. Pedri, Ronald Araujo, and Julian Araujo are prime examples. And now the emergence of Mika …
Read More »Traumatised Liverpool fan group wins UEFA compensation for 2022 UCL final chaos
March 25 – A group of Liverpool fans have been awarded compensation by UEFA after claiming they were injured or left with psychological trauma in chaotic scenes at the 2022 Champions League final. A civil legal claim has been agreed with a “full and final settlement”, UEFA said, adding details would remain confidential. Last year, an independent report found UEFA bore …
Read More »Barcelona’s payment structure and add-on clauses for €61 million signing revealed by agent
Vitor Roque’s arrival in the January transfer window came across as a great relief for Barcelona, considering their woes in the final third and difficulties finishing chances. But Xavi and his coaching staff have opted to drip-feed Roque minutes instead of immediately placing him in the hot seat. This is because of his inexperience in Europe’s top five leagues, so …
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