Thiago Silva has left his soon to be former Chelsea team-mates with a parting message ahead of the final game of the season. Silva is preparing for his final game for the club after four years at Stamford Bridge and over 150 appearances following his arrival on a free transfer from Paris Saint Germain in 2020. The 39-year-old announced last …
Read More »Daily Archives: May 18, 2024
“Statement does not do justice” Pundit criticises Juventus for sacking Allegri
Former goalkeeper Emiliano Viviano has criticised Juventus for the manner in which they sacked Max Allegri this week. The Bianconeri dismissed their manager after he won the Coppa Italia, the only trophy he secured in three seasons during his second tenure at the club. The club was keen to ensure they had the best possible end to the season before …
Read More »Newcastle legend could depart at the end of the season
Martin Dubravka will be reportedly allowed to leave Newcastle in the summer if Aaron Ramsdale completes the move from Arsenal. After an overall disappointing season, Newcastle fans will optimistically look towards the summer window as their side is predicted to be very busy. Eddie Howe’s side has been plagued with injuries throughout this campaign with several of their key players …
Read More »Bad luck: Sad blow dashes Isco’s Euro 2024 dream with Spain
Among Spain’s soccer players, Isco ranks high for both ability and creativity. In the vibrant cauldron of the Benito Villamarin, a star once dimmed found his light again. Isco, the former Real Madrid maestro, had rediscovered his magic in the green and white of Real Betis. But as with all great stories, there came a twist of fate that has …
Read More »Ronaldo tops highest-paid athlete list: Where is Lionel Messi?
Forbes has crowned Cristiano Ronaldo the wealthiest athlete in sports, surpassing his arch-rival Lionel Messi. After a year of dominating his sports competition, the Saudi Pro League standout has been crowned the highest-paid athlete in the world for 2024. According to Forbes, Ronaldo has set a new record for soccer players with his projected total earnings of $260 million. This …
Read More »In form Premier League side weighing up summer move for 27-year-old midfielder
Crystal Palace want to sign Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat this summer according to reports. Amrabat joined United on loan last summer and that move earned rave reviews following the Moroccan’s displays at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. However, things haven’t gone quite to plan for the Morocco international at Old Trafford and he hasn’t reached anywhere near the level he displayed …
Read More »Catarina Macario exits with thigh injury as Chelsea wins WSL title
For the fifth-consecutive season, the Women’s Super League title is staying in London. Chelsea won the 2023-24 league title on Saturday after rolling past Manchester United 6-0 at old Trafford. U.S. women’s national team forward Catarina Macario played 41 minutes in the match before leaving with an apparent thigh injury. Emma Hayes, who will take over as USWNT manager this …
Read More »Journalist explains difference between Allegri’s departure in 2019 and now
This week’s sacking marked the second time Max Allegri was asked to leave Juventus as its manager, despite having at least a year left on his contract. The first time was in 2019 when he had just won his fifth consecutive league title. The club later regretted this decision as they struggled to find a manager of his calibre in …
Read More »Klopp’s legacy is extraordinary says Romano
This article was originally published on Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing, a subscription service. If you would like to receive Fabrizio Romano’s exclusive articles via email ahead of publication on caughtoffside.com, please sign-up for the service here: thedailybriefing.io — To be honest, no words I say will do justice for Klopp at Liverpool. He’s been just extraordinary, a living legend for the club. …
Read More »Four Barcelona stars at risk of suspension heading into Rayo Vallecano clash
FC Barcelona play their penultimate game of the season tomorrow at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys when they take on Rayo Vallecano. Following back-to-back wins over Real Sociedad and UD Almeria, Barcelona are well-positioned to finish second in La Liga unless there is any slip-up in the final two matches. A win tomorrow against Inigo Perez’s men would be a big …
Read More »