Ever since Jurgen Klopp shocked the soccer world by announcing that he would leave Liverpool, the club has been linked with a plethora of replacements. Former midfield star Xabi Alonso was seemingly the preferred choice by the team’s brass. However, the Bayer Leverkusen manager recently revealed that he would be staying with the German side beyond the season. While the …
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Lazio to pay price for fans’ McKennie chants
In the first leg of the Coppa Italia semifinal on Tuesday, Weston McKennie was the target of ‘discriminatory’ shouts from Lazio supporters, according to his club Juventus. Several videos that have gone viral show areas of the Allianz Stadium’s away section including the Biancocelesti’s fans yelling racist chants at McKennie. The incident happened in the 89th minute when the player …
Read More »‘Always tricky’ – Barcelona ‘MVP’ of the season picks his UCL final matchup
After falling short two seasons in a row in the Champions League and falling to the Europa League, Barcelona have made it to the last eight of this season’s tournament, pitched against none other than Luis Enrique’s PSG. The Catalans have managed to avoid all the big guns so far this season, a list that would ideally include Real Madrid, …
Read More »Transfer insider explains Juventus stance of Marco Carnesecchi
Juventus has been closely monitoring Marco Carnesecchi for several months, identifying him as a potential candidate to become their next first-choice goalkeeper. The talented goalkeeper from Atalanta has consistently delivered exceptional performances for La Dea, showcasing his prowess between the posts. Juventus is impressed with Carnesecchi’s development and acknowledges his status as one of the top goalkeepers in Italy. While …
Read More »Aston Villa dealt Jacob Ramsey blow with midfielder ruled out for remainder of the season
Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a foot injury. Ramsey has been out of action with a toe injury for a month and will now play no further part this season as Villa try and qualify for the Champions League and win the Europa Conference League. The 22-year-old has made …
Read More »MLS has too much TV competition
Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber certainly stokes the fire when it comes to controversial statements about the American top flight. However, one thing Garber nailed was that MLS faces stiff competition when trying to lure TV viewership to the United States. The litany of European leagues have considerable followings in the United States, and that saps potential audiences from …
Read More »Eddie Howe admits he can’t offer any guarantees over long term future of Newcastle star
Eddie Howe has admitted he wants to keep Bruno Guimarães at Newcastle for the long term but couldn’t offer any guarantees. Guimarães arrived at Newcastle from French club Lyon in a deal worth £40m in January 2022 and has established himself as a key player and fan favourite. The Brazil midfielder signed a new five year contract last October committing …
Read More »Madrid on alert? Three European giants offer $216m for Vinicius
Real Madrid striker Vinicius has dominated headlines throughout the season. Unfortunately, many of these are for the wrong reasons. The Brazilian has become the vocal leader for combating racism in Spanish soccer. But last week, when he broke down in tears at a news appearance, it was clear how badly it was affecting him. Some have speculated that the awful …
Read More »Arsenal, Man United among ‘elite’ teams interested in 19-year-old Barcelona whizkid
Even though he is yet to make his first-team debut for FC Barcelona, teenage defender Mikayil Faye is one of the hottest commodities in the transfer market heading into the summer. Just 19 years old, Faye joined Barcelona from NK Kustosija in the summer of last year. Ever since, he has been a permanent fixture in defence for Barça Atletic, …
Read More »Erik ten hag admits it will be difficult for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League.
Erik ten Hag has admitted it will be difficult for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League after their incredible defeat to Chelsea on Thursday night. The Red Devils were leading 3-2 with 99 minutes on the clock and had come back from 2-0 down, but still managed to lose as Cole Palmer scored in the tenth and 11th …
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