The USA women’s national team collected their fifth consecutive SheBelieves Cup title on Tuesday night in Columbus, Ohio, with a win over Canada. It was the side’s seventh overall triumph at the tournament. Twila Kilgore’s side dramatically won the trophy, as the Americans eventually topped their northern rivals in a penalty shootout. The Stars and Stripes were led by goalkeeper …
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Boost for Juventus as Hermoso’s agent admits his client wants Serie A
Mario Hermoso is a sought-after player in Italy as he nears the end of his contract at Atletico Madrid. The defender is poised to join a new team at the conclusion of this season as he has been unable to reach an agreement with Atletico regarding a contract extension. This situation has prompted Juventus to express interest in acquiring his …
Read More »Magpies want to sign Assan Ouedraogo
Newcastle United are reportedly keeping tabs on the Schalke 04 midfielder Assan Ouedraogo. The 17-year-old has been a key player for Schalke in the second division of German football and his performances of attracted the attention of several top clubs. As per Florian Plettenberg, Roma, Atalanta, Frankfurt and RB Leipzig are all keen on the talented young midfielder. It will …
Read More »Champions League plays on despite alleged IS terror threat
April 10 – This week’s Champions League quarter-final matches were hit by an alleged terror threat which nevertheless didn’t affect them going ahead. A media outlet linked to Islamic State is said to have issued the threat concerning all four ties yesterday and today. On Tuesday, Arsenal drew the first leg of their clash with Bayern Munich while Manchester City …
Read More »Toon set for injury boost – Key man could return vs Burnley, Brighton, Man Utd & Brentford
After revealing that Joelinton looks set to sign a new deal at Newcastle United, The Telegraph have issued an update on the Brazilian’s comeback from injury. Luke Edwards reports that the 27-year-old is making ‘good progress’ following surgery and ‘should be back playing at the start of May.’ Some reported that his season was over when he went under the …
Read More »FSE argues 66% of tickets for Europa League final in Dublin should go to competing clubs
April 10 – Fans’ group Football Supporters Europe has criticised UEFA’s allocation of 12,000 tickets per club for the Europa League final at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The allocation accounts for 50% of the venue’s 48,000 capacity. “A paltry 50% of capacity for Europa League finalist clubs is, simply, not good enough,” said FSE. “[It] falls well short of FSE’s …
Read More »‘Will have no problem’ – Atletico Madrid president hints at Joao Felix continuing with Barcelona
The future of Joao Felix beyond the ongoing campaign, when his loan deal at FC Barcelona expires, has been a major subject of discussion in recent weeks. The player, for his part, has made it clear that he wishes to continue with the Catalan giants but understands it is not entirely in his hands. Barcelona are also eager to keep …
Read More »Exclusive: Journalist says he would be “amazed” if Man United aren’t preparing to replace Erik ten Hag
Manchester United will surely be starting to consider hiring a new manager to replace Erik ten Hag at the end of this season, according to Liverpool FC writer Neil Jones. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Jones made it clear he felt Man Utd were still miles off Liverpool, as well as the likes of Manchester …
Read More »Report – Juventus revive interest in their former striker
Álvaro Morata could be poised for a third stint at Juventus as the Bianconeri reignite their interest in the striker. Morata has previously been on the books of Juventus twice, and there were even reports suggesting they were keen on signing him in the summer. Although that move didn’t materialise, could it happen at the end of this season? Morata …
Read More »Liverpool transfer strategy under Michael Edwards
Liverpool FC expert Neil Jones has given some insight into what Reds fans can expect from returning chief Michael Edwards as he looks to revolutionise the club’s recruitment in the transfer market. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Jones explained that he’s not too convinced by the transfer rumours linking Liverpool with Estevao Willian for the …
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