Just 72 hours after their 2-0 win over Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic de Lluis Companys, Barcelona return to action in La Liga for match day 36. Taking the trip down to southeast Spain, Xavi’s men will take on Almeria at Estadio del Mediterraneo on Thursday night in what will be a game between one of the league’s best and …

May 15 – Aston Villa will play in the UEFA Champions League next season, as European riches look to heal the club’s precarious financial situation behind the scenes. The Birmingham club’s qualification was confirmed after fifth-placed Spurs surrendered to Manchester City on Tuesday night, making it impossible for them to overtake Unai Emery’s side in the table with one game …

May 15 – A record fourth consecutive Premier League crown is in Manchester City’s hands after they beat Tottenham 2-0 with two goals by Erling Haaland on Tuesday night. The victory over Spurs means that the title holders enter the last Premier League matchday in the top spot, two points ahead of Arsenal, whilst Ange Postecoglou’s side are condemned to …

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou was left dumbfounded following his team’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday. The coach, however, was not necessarily disappointed by his squad’s performance on the night. After all, Spurs played fairly well in the game, despite the defeat. Postecoglou’s side recorded more possession and more total shots than their opponents. Instead, Postecoglou was stunned …

May 15 – UEFA have announced plans for two fan festivals spanning both major UEFA finals in London and Dublin. The Champions League final, which will see Borussia Dortmund attempt to undo their Wembley curse versus 14-time winners Real Madrid, while the Europa League final in Dublin could write history for Bayer Leverkusen if they are able to overcome underdogs …

Juventus has been linked with a move for Girona full-back Yan Couto after his impressive season on loan from Manchester City. The 21-year-old was a key figure in the Girona side that secured Champions League football this season. The defender has been on the radar of European clubs since 2020, when he first moved from Brazil to Manchester City. After …

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By Samindra Kunti in Bangkok May 15 – FIFA’s plans for a Women’s Club World Cup, years in the making, are taking shape after the FIFA Council confirmed the inaugural edition of the tournament will take place in 2026 in a 16-team format.  The world governing body has been keen on being seen at the forefront of the development of …

Burnley are believed to be keeping their options open ahead of the 2024/25 season as the Clarets consider parting ways with Vincent Kompany.  The Belgian guided the club back to the Premier League during the 2022/23 campaign and created one of the best teams the Championship has ever seen. This season has been tougher for the Premier League club as …

Former Tottenham and Scotland defender Alan Hutton believes Man City’s Jack Grealish would be a good option for Spurs should the winger decide to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer.  Football Insider reported last month that a potential exit for the England star is on the cards as Pep Guardiola is not completely convinced anymore by the 28-year-old. Grealish has not …