Over the past couple of days, there has been a lot of speculation about Xavi Hernandez and his continuity at FC Barcelona. The former midfielder confirmed way back in January itself that he would be stepping down from his position at the end of the season. The Barcelona administration has been trying to convince Xavi to stay but the 44-year-old …

A trio of Juventus players are one booking away from skipping the potential Coppa Italia final due to a suspension. The Bianconeri will clash heads with Lazio this evening in the second leg of the semi-final and they’ll be eyeing a spot in the grand finale. Despite their abysmal league form, Max Allegri’s men will be the favorites to advance …

April 23 – Chelsea have said they are “disgusted by the racial abuse directed towards Nicolas Jackson via social media” following their FA Cup semi-final defeat by holders Manchester City on Saturday. The 22-year-old forward failed to convert several opportunities at Wembley, leading to his team’s exit from the cup with a 1-0 loss. Following the match, he faced online …

Barcelona will have to do their level best this summer to offload players and earn some money through sales that might help them get back to the 1:1 rule in La Liga. However, the task sounds much easier than it actually is. As of now, only players out on loan, including Clement Lenglet, Ansu Fati, Sergino Dest, and Eric Garcia …

April 23 – The UEFA Referees’ Committee has announced 19 referees, their referee assistant teams, and the video/support match officials, who will take charge of the 51 matches at UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany this summer. The tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 14, will also feature a refereeing team from Argentina as part of UEFA’s partnership with …

By Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel Welcome back to week nine of Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of each week in MLS. Rivalries were renewed and the MLS MVP race is heating up. Let’s discuss! Player of the Week Justin Ruderman: Chicho Arango …

Liverpool will not appoint Wolves’ Gary O’Neil as their next manager as the Merseyside club continues its search for Jurgen Klopp’s successor. The German coach will leave Anfield at the end of the season after a successful nine-year spell with the Premier League club and will be hoping to end his time on Merseyside by delivering another league title. Liverpool …

After two and a half years at Barcelona, Xavi Hernandez’s time at Camp Nou appears to be coming to an end. The recent defeats to Manchester City and Real Madrid have effectively left Barcelona in a precarious position and the Catalans are on the verge of enduring a trophyless campaign. With not much financial support expected in the coming summer, …

In an unexpected turn of events, Ruben Amorim flew to London at the start of the week in order to have talks with West Ham United. Liverpool were expected to be the 39-year-old Sporting manager’s next destination, though it’s now believed that the Reds do not now see Amorim as a priority candidate. From the Hammers point of view, according …

Eddie Howe has been discussing Callum Wilson’s future on Tyneside and the complications Newcastle could face should the striker be sold. Wilson is fit again after recovering from pectoral surgery and could make the bench at Crystal Palace tomorrow, but his future at the club is uncertain now he’s approaching the final 12 months of his contract. This feels like …