As Barcelona’s encounter with PSG edges closer, speculation regarding the expected starting XI is running rife. Coach Xavi Hernandez has some difficult decisions to make, especially in midfield, with certain players making their return from injury. The dilemma in midfield Now, according to SPORT, the Barça coach has finalized 95% of his starting lineup, but he still has one question …

Newcastle United midfielder Joelinton is close to agreeing a new contract with the club to extend his stay at St James’ Park. Joelinton has just 15 months remaining on his current deal, and the Magpies were prepared to listen to offers for the midfielder this summer if a new deal couldn’t be agreed. The Brazilian joined the club from German …

Juventus has long been associated with the 4-3-3 formation, a system that characterised much of their play over several campaigns, including during Max Allegri’s initial tenure as manager. However, fans were taken aback when the current manager opted to switch to a 3-5-2 formation last season, marking a departure from the traditional setup. This tactical shift required players like Federico …

In the March 2024 international window, England called up a squad of 21 players hailing from the Premier League. The only two exceptions were Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid and Jordan Henderson, who recently returned to Europe with Ajax. In other words, the England squad for the Euros this summer will feature almost entirely from the Premier League, with two …

Following a solid ten-day hiatus after their last game, Barcelona return to the field on Wednesday night to lock horns with PSG in the UEFA Champions League. The quarterfinal tie sees the two European giants battle it out over 90 minutes at Parc des Princes to secure an advantage, while the second leg will be at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis …

Newcastle United are monitoring a young talented defender ahead of the summer transfer window. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via Il Bianconero, Newcastle United are keenly monitoring 18-year-old Spanish defender Dean Huijsen. Huijsen is currently on loan at AS Roma from Juventus, and speculation suggests that negotiations for his transfer could resume once he returns to his parent club. The outstanding …

In what could be a decisive game in their bid to reach another Champions League final, Arsenal are boosted by having England international Bukayo Saka in the starting line-up against Bayern Munich. Saka appears to have been troubled by injuries of late, but Mikel Arteta clearly feels that he’s ready for the challenge against the soon to be deposed Bundesliga …

Man City are a few more steps away from potentially retaining their Champions League title, and Pep Guardiola has decided to play it safe in Madrid by leaving Kevin De Bruyne on the bench. The Belgian has often been a destroyer of dreams against many clubs, and the temptation to have him in the XI from the start will surely …

With the European Championships just a few months away now, there is a host of England players that are trying to play their way into Gareth Southgate’s plans. One player that has been absolutely fantastic all season long is West Ham United forward Jarrod Bowen. The 27-year-old has scored 15 goals in 31 Premier League games, adding five assists to …

In this piece I’ll be taking a look at young Newcastle United right-back Leo Shahar, assessing how good he is, what he can improve, and why I believe he has everything to make it pro. I’ve seen less of him than most academy players but every time I watch him, I like what I see. Many may have been unaware of …