Anthony Gordon has drawn comparisons between England boss Gareth Southgate and Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. The 23-year-old was handed his Premier League debut for Everton as an 18-year-old sub by Ancelotti during his 18-month reign at Goodison Park. The Italian also gave him his first Blues start after the Covid-enforced break in the 2020/21 campaign. Gordon was handed his …

The Barcelona connection at Inter Miami is continuing as another former Blaugrana has joined the Major League Soccer team. Miami previously signed Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suarez to play alongside Lionel Messi. The quartet all enjoyed lengthy success together with the Spanish side. Manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino also formerly coached the Catalan club. At the executive level, Xavier …

As the likes of Germany look to officially book their EURO 24 knockout stage ticket on Wednesday night, we have a trio of summer-defining showdowns on the cards. With a struggling Scotland facing what is a must-win battle in Cologne, there are plenty of intriguing betting markets available throughout Wednesday. For those of you looking to stick on a midweek …

Pep Guardiola has had a massive impact on the way modern soccer is understood, but he is also having a role in the NBA. On Monday, the Boston Celtics secured their 18th NBA Championship with a win over the Dallas Mavericks. Joe Mazzulla, the head coach of the Celtics, became the youngest head coach in over half a century to …

A photo of Newcastle United’s likely away kit for the 20245/25 season has emerged online as new kit supplier Adidas prepare to unveil their latest design. It looks like the rumours were true and that Adidas have been inspired by the 1995/96 away shirt; a famous kit during the ‘Entertainers’ era with navy and maroon horizontal stripes. The photo below, …

By Favian Renkel and Justin Ruderman Welcome back to Week No. 16 of Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of each week in MLS. The international break is upon us but Major League Soccer plays on, forcing teams to test their depth or rely …

Diego Llorente is expected to leave Leeds United this summer but his move to AS Roma is now in doubt after the Serie A side’s manager Daniele De Rossi made a major decision.  The centre-back has spent a season and a half on loan in Rome and has racked up 54 appearances for the Italian outfit in that time. According to Gianluca …

With Barcelona scouring the market for a new pivot midfielder this summer, Real Sociedad star Mikel Merino has emerged as a transfer target. The 27-year-old Spanish international is entering the final year of his contract with La Real and talks over a renewal are not progressing as planned. As such, there is pessimism within Real Sociedad about his continuity, with …

Juventus has been linked with a third spell for Alvaro Morata as he is unhappy at Atletico Madrid. The Bianconeri still admire the Spanish striker, and reports in the last few weeks suggested they would swap him for Moise Kean. That move could still happen as the summer transfer window has just opened. However, a report on Tuttomercatoweb claims the …

The full 2024/25 Premier League schedule reveal was on Tuesday. Reigning English top-flight champions Manchester City did not receive any favors from league officials. Pep Guardiola’s side will feature in the marquee matchup of the opening weekend against Chelsea. The Blues host City on Sunday, August 23 in west London. The fixture also pits Guardiola against his former assistant coach. …