April 19 – The campaign to have Israel thrown out of FIFA over the Gaza crisis will be stepped up at the world governing body’s annual congress next month. The Palestine Football Association is urging FIFA’s 211 member federations, when they meet in Thailand, to impose “appropriate sanctions, with immediate effect, against Israeli teams” on the grounds of human rights and humanitarian …
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Barcelona coach Xavi approached by European giants to take over as manager
Barcelona manager Xavi has remained unmoved on his decision to leave the club in June through thick and thin. Even the team’s resurgence in recent months did not change his stance, and the team’s elimination from the UCL all but seals the same. The Catalans are said to be interested in giving Rafa Marquez a run with the senior team …
Read More »Brescia owner urges Juventus to keep Allegri as their manager
Juventus is expected to initiate a new rebuild at the end of this season, and one of the first decisions anticipated from them is the dismissal of Max Allegri. Since his return to the club in 2021, the coach has endured a challenging period at the helm of the team. Just months before his return, Juventus secured victories in the …
Read More »Chris Sutton Makes Blunt Prediction For Manchester City v Chelsea
Former Celtic ace Chris Sutton has backed Manchester City to bounce back from their UEFA Champions League elimination when they meet Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final on Saturday (April 20). Sutton believes the Cityzens will comfortably overcome ego-riddled Chelsea, securing a 3-0 victory. Chelsea’s Everton Routing Marred By Penalty Debacle Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea secured an emphatic 6-0 victory over …
Read More »Bayern Munich want €70 million Barcelona midfield superstar, club open to sale
In a major development, journalist Alberto Martinez (h/t iMiaSanMia) is reporting that Barcelona midfield superstar Frenkie de Jong has emerged as a target for Bayern Munich heading into the summer. The Bavarian giants are looking to reinforce their squad after faltering in the Bundesliga title race this season and have set aside a budget of €150 million for reinforcements. De …
Read More »Liam Cooper hints he wants to be at Leeds next season
Leeds United defender Liam Cooper would love to stay at Elland Road for a “few more years” but that looks unlikely with his contract expiring at the end of the season. The veteran centre-back is one of several stars with deals running out this summer but his exit alongside Stuart Dallas and Luke Ayling will be emotional ones for fans of the …
Read More »Chris Sutton Makes Shocking Prediction For Coventry City vs Manchester United
Ex-Chelsea man Chris Sutton has backed Championship side Coventry City to beat Premier League giants Manchester United in their upcoming FA Cup semi-final. Calling himself a dreamer, Sutton predicted Coventry would beat United 2-1 at Wembley Stadium on Sunday (April 21). Coventry City manager Mark Robins had a brief but eventful run at Manchester United between 1988 and 1992. The …
Read More »Atalanta send misfiring Liverpool home; Leverkusen, Marseilles and Roma through
April 19 – Liverpool were dumped out of the Europa League on Thursday night after being unable to reverse the 3-0 deficit from the first leg in the quarter-final versus Atalanta. It marked the end of a poor week of European club football for the Premier League’s three leading clubs with Arsenal and Manchester City also exiting UEFA competition at …
Read More »Legendary ex-Barcelona captain discusses Gundogan-Araujo issue, praises defensive prodigy
Ilkay Gundogan’s comments have once again become a subject of controversy at Barcelona, with reports flooding in over potential discontent in the dressing room. After the loss to PSG, Gundogan launched a scathing attack on the team’s performance and mentality – something he did six months ago after the loss to Real Madrid. Gundogan even pointed out Ronald Araujo’s mistake …
Read More »Zinedine Zidane closing in on Bayern Munich job with deal “one step away”
Zinedine Zidane is close to a return to management according to reports as the former Real Madrid boss is said to be “one step away” from taking over at Bayern Munich. The German giants are set to part ways with Thomas Tuchel at the end of the season as the Bundesliga club have experienced a poor campaign under the former …
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