Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has extended Germany’s lead to 2-0 against Hungary, putting his team in a commanding position in their second group stage match of Euro 2024. Gundogan, who was instrumental in Germany’s opener controversially scored by Jamal Musiala, has now found the back of the net himself. The goal came as Gundogan showcased his trademark late-arriving run into …
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Comment – James Dostoyevsky: Arrogance is the step-sibling of ignorance
For the past 26 years, a lot has changed (and not only) in football. At FIFA, what started in 1998 with serial betrayal on an epic scale, ended in mayhem in 2015: Blatter’s reign. At UEFA, what was a period of solid progress throughout the tenure of Lennart Johannson, was followed by the incompetence of a deified footballer who was …
Read More »Al Nassr offer for Szczesny shows they are looking to take advantage of Juventus
Juventus would love to offload Wojciech Szczęsny after securing an agreement to sign Michele Di Gregorio from Monza. The Polish goalkeeper remains one of the best in Europe, which explains why he is still the first choice for his country. Last season, he made crucial saves that earned Juventus valuable points, clearly demonstrating his continued usefulness to the team. Juve …
Read More »Albania squander lead but claw their way back for dramatic draw
June 19 – After losing their opening matches in the Group of Death (Group B) to Romania and Italy respectively, Croatia and Albania knew that a win at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg would reignite their Euro2024 dreams. A loss by either side and the taxi to the airport would be waiting at the stadium when they play their respective final …
Read More »Morgan Gibbs-White likely to join Newcastle over Tottenham
Morgan Gibbs-White is likely to leave Nottingham Forest this summer and it is being reported that Newcastle are the best-placed club to sign the talented midfielder. The 24-year-old has been at the City Ground since 2022 having made the £42.5m move from Wolves. The Englishman has been a big hit at Forest and has developed into the club’s best player. Gibbs-White featured …
Read More »Report – Manchester City’s stance on the future of Barcelona defensive target
Joao Cancelo played his first match of the ongoing UEFA Euro 2024 last night with the Portuguese national team in a thrilling 2-1 win over the Czech Republic. The full-back not only started the clash but also played 89 minutes for his national team, establishing himself as the manager’s preferred option on the left flank. While the player is focused …
Read More »Hansi Flick greenlights Barcelona starlet’s stay at club after watching his videos
In a major update, MARCA reports that Barcelona new manager Hansi Flick has already made a decision on the future of returning loanee Alex Valle. The 20-year-old La Masia academy graduate spent the last season away on loan at UD Levante in the second division and made a solid impression. Earlier today, Barça director Deco met with the Spanish left-back’s …
Read More »Dominik Szoboszlai almost scores the perfect free-kick for Hungary against Germany
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai nearly levelled the score for Hungary with a perfectly executed free-kick during their match against Germany. This came just six minutes after Jamal Musiala’s controversial opener in the 22nd minute, a goal that stood despite replays suggesting that Ilkay Gundogan may have fouled a Hungarian defender in the build-up. Hungary were awarded a free-kick from almost 20 …
Read More »Jamal Musiala scores controversial goal as Germany take the lead
Jamal Musiala has scored for the second consecutive game, giving Germany the lead against Hungary. The goal came in the 22nd minute and was surrounded by controversy. In a sequence that began with Musiala attempting to pass to Ilkay Gundogan, Hungarian defender Willi Orban intercepted the ball. However, the danger was not fully averted. Gundogan bundled into Orban, who fell …
Read More »Tottenham looking to ruin Juventus agreement with Aston Villa
Tottenham has joined the race to sign Weston McKennie and is now looking to convince the American to join them. McKennie has already been used as a bargaining chip by Juventus in their bid to sign Douglas Luiz this summer. Juventus proposed sending McKennie and Samuel Iling-Junior to Aston Villa, plus 20 million euros, in exchange for Luiz. However, McKennie …
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