Monthly Archives: June 2024

Poland 1-2 Netherlands: Weghorst rescues profligate Dutch

Poland 1-2 Netherlands: Weghorst rescues profligate Dutch

Wout Weghorst came off the bench to grab the winner as the Netherlands opened their Euro 2024 campaign with a hard-fought win over Poland in Hamburg. Former Manchester United striker Weghorst swept home Nathan Ake’s ball with seven minutes to go as the Dutch finally got their reward for an enterprising display that ought to have seen them win by …

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Cody Gakpo nets lucky goal to draw the Netherlands level

Cody Gakpo nets lucky goal to draw the Netherlands level

The Netherlands have equalised in their Group D clash against Poland courtesy of Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo.  The Dutch conceded the opener from a corner with 16 minutes on the clock as Buska jumped in front of Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk to give the Polish an important advantage. The defender has now been bailed out by his Reds teammate as Gakpo …

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When is the 2024/25 Premier League schedule release?

When is the 2024/25 Premier League schedule release?

Fans of the beautiful game are already making plans for the next 2024/25 Premier League season, which means the schedule release carries importance. All 20 teams went through a rainbow of emotions throughout the just-ended season. With their fourth straight championship, Manchester City once again demonstrated their superiority. Despite a stellar season, Arsenal must now plan their comeback against the …

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Former Newcastle boss among candidates for Burnley job

Former Newcastle boss among candidates for Burnley job

Former Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce is among the candidates to take the vacant Burnley job, according to reports.  Burnley are looking for a new face to man the dugout after Vincent Kompany departed for German giants Bayern Munich, despite being unable to avoid relegation from the Premier League with the Clarets last season. The likes of Scott Parker, Liam …

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Report: Barcelona to compete with four European powerhouses for PSG star

Report: Barcelona to compete with four European powerhouses for PSG star

According to Gabriel Sans’s report in Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona are facing significant competition to sign Xavi Simons from Paris Saint-Germain.  Four major clubs—Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Manchester City—have all reached out to PSG to inquire about either purchasing or loaning the young attacking midfielder.  Interestingly, PSG are not interested in selling the midfielder in the first place.  It …

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Maresca sends Chelsea scouts to watch transfer target at Euro 2024 game

Maresca sends Chelsea scouts to watch transfer target at Euro 2024 game

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has reportedly had scouts keep an eye on Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori at Euro 2024 ahead of a potential transfer. Maresca only recently replaced Mauricio Pochettino as manager at Stamford Bridge, but one imagines he’ll be keen to put his own stamp on the squad he’s inherited, which struggled a lot last season. Calafiori is seemingly …

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Which leagues play during the FIFA international breaks?

Which leagues play during the FIFA international breaks?

Soccer is a global phenomenon that transcends borders, with players from around the world competing in various domestic and international leagues. Throughout the year, players participate in prestigious leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and Bundesliga. However, there are designated periods within the season when club action pauses, and players switch their focus to national team …

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