June 14 – The inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League will kick off this August with 22 clubs from 22 member associations making up the opening cohort of pioneering women’s teams. The AFC has pre-seeded clubs from the top eight FIFA ranked nations directly into the Group Stage, which will see three groups of four teams play in a centralised league …
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German nerves as Tartan Army arrive in Munich to kick off Euro 2024 party
June 14 – Amidst tight security, Euro 2024 kicks off tonight in Munich with the host nation desperate to rekindle past glories after three straight embarrassing exits. Germany, who face Scotland in the opening game, went out in the group stage at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and lost in the last 16 of the last Euros but under Julian …
Read More »The New Generation: Five of Europe’s hottest young superstars who could shine at EURO 24
Jude Bellingham – England & Real Madrid Arriving at Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid last summer for a reported fee in the region of £115million, there is no doubt that Jude Bellingham has cemented his spot as one of world football’s hottest commodities. Crowned as the La Liga Player of the Season in his maiden campaign among Spain’s elite, the England …
Read More »Genoa submit offer to sign Tottenham defender Djed Spence
Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence is a target for Genoa this summer. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Italian club have now submitted a formal bid to sign the 23-year-old. The right-back joined Genoa on loan during the January transfer window and he has impressed with his performances in the Serie A. The 23-year-old is highly rated across Europe and he …
Read More »Everton captain Coleman signs new deal
Seamus Coleman has signed a new 12-month contract at Everton. The right-back, who joined Everton in 2009 for a bargain £60,000 from Sligo Rovers, is now tied to the Merseyside club until June 2025. Coleman has made a record 364 Premier League appearances for Everton and is delighted to be staying for the club’s final season at Goodison Park. The …
Read More »Bayern Munich have ‘good chance’ of stealing 32-goal Arsenal gem
Arsenal could now be set to lose Chidozie Obi-Martin to a European rival in the upcoming summer window. The 16-year-old prodigy could be the latest in a trend of young Premier League talent to make the switch to the Bundesliga. Christian Falk reports that both the Bavarian giants and Borussia Dortmund hold an interest in the forward. Bayern Munich, however, …
Read More »Barcelona keeping tabs on €75 million-rated Chelsea winger target
SPORT has revealed that Barcelona are among the top teams showing interest in FC Porto’s winger, Pepe. It is no secret that Barcelona are actively working on preparing the squad for the upcoming season. This effort is a collaborative endeavour between the new coach, Hansi Flick, and the club’s sporting director, Deco. And one of the key positions that the …
Read More »Leicester meet with Juventus winger in order to complete transfer deal
In preparation for a summer transfer, the representatives of Juventus young player Matías Soulé have already met with Leicester City and West Ham United. The attacker was on loan at Frosinone during the previous campaign, and he impressed on his time there. The Argentinian is hoping to establish himself as a Juventus player, and the Bianconeri will hopefully provide him …
Read More »Eddie Howe’s stance on England job as FA identify Newcastle boss as top candidate
Craig Hope has issued an update on Eddie Howe’s position as links with the England job continue should Gareth Southgate underachieve at this summer’s European Championships in Germany. The Mail’s North East reporter claims that Howe sees his immediate future working on the grass in training ‘every day’ and is ‘fully invested’ in his role at Newcastle United. Hope accepts …
Read More »Why Juventus has still not confirmed the transfer of Di Gregorio
Michele Di Gregorio has been tipped to become the next Juventus number one, and reports suggest he has already agreed to a deal with the Bianconeri. However, the goalkeeper has yet to sign his Juventus contract, and their fans are eager for that to happen soon. Juve expects him to join on an initial loan deal for €4 million, with …
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