Juventus has four players in the Italy squad for Euro 2024, with Federico Chiesa leading that contingent. Chiesa was one of the key figures in Italy’s victory at Euro 2020 held at Wembley, and he is the sole member from Juventus who was part of that championship-winning squad. He is highly regarded by Italy as a pivotal player, expected to …
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Argentina capable of defending their crown
The Copa America gets underway in less than a week’s time with its contenders putting the final touches on their preparations for the tournament in the United States. Before the first ball is kicked in Atlanta, Argentina have been dupped the favourites and with good reason, as La Albiceleste have won the last three tournaments they have competed in and …
Read More »Arsenal’s Kai Havertz bags first Euro 2024 assist for Germany
Germany have doubled their lead over Scotland in their Euro 2024 opener in Munich courtesy of a brilliant strike from Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala. Julian Nagelsmann’s side are looking to get their Euros campaign off to the perfect start and that occurred after just 10 minutes as Florian Wirtz finished off a move that cut Steve Clark’s men open. That …
Read More »Liverpool fails in attempt to hijack Juventus transfer despite offering more money
Juventus have finalised an agreement to acquire Michele di Gregorio from Monza this summer, despite Liverpool’s attempt to hijack the deal for his signature. The goalkeeper has established himself as one of Serie A’s top performers in recent seasons, catching the eye of Juventus. The Bianconeri have successfully secured his transfer, aiming to integrate him into Thiago Motta’s squad. Monza …
Read More »Barcelona manager Hansi Flick to keep a close eye on grassroots football at club
New Barcelona boss Hansi Flick is on a mission to dispel any notion of being a foreign entity at the club. Despite his limited past ties to Barça, Flick is actively demonstrating his commitment to becoming an integral part of the club’s identity. A key element of this strategy involves his deep dive into Barcelona’s lifeblood: La Masia. Flick and …
Read More »Kai Havertz leads the line
Euro 2024 gets underway on Friday night as the hosts Germany take on Scotland as part of Group A at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The Germans are one of the favourites heading into the tournament given that the competition is taking place on home soil, but all is not rosy in Julian Nagelsmann’s garden. There has been a lot …
Read More »Official: Barcelona’s Ilkay Gundogan starts for Germany vs Scotland | UEFA Euro 2024
With the UEFA Euro 2024 set to kick off in under an hour with a clash between Germany and Scotland, the former have announced their starting lineup for the match. Germany, the hosts of the tournament, will lock horns with Scotland at the Allianz Arena in Munich and a Barcelona star features in their lineup. Indeed, veteran midfielder Ilkay Gundogan …
Read More »England fans given bizarre option to curb Euro 2024 hooliganism
German police have encouraged England soccer fans to smoke weed during Euro 2024. It was recently reported that local officials were forcing tournament organizers to serve Three Lions fans beer with lower alcohol content. Beer typically averages around 5% alcohol, but drinks served ahead and during the game will only contain 2.8% alcohol. These fans can also only purchase two …
Read More »Aston Villa join race for Chelsea defender Ian Maatsen
Ian Maatsen is set to leave Chelsea this summer and interest has now emerged from the Premier League in the form of Aston Villa. The left-back spent the second half of this season on loan with Borussia Dortmund, which was a very productive spell for the Dutch star. The 22-year-old featured in 23 games for the Bundesliga club, scoring three …
Read More »Line-ups announced for Euro 2024 opener
Germany and Scotland’s line-ups for their Euro 2024 opener have been revealed. The majority of Scotland’s big names are fit to start, with Andy Robertson, Scott McTominay, John McGinn and Kieran Tierney all present in the XI selected by Steve Clarke. Southampton striker Che Adams is selected to start up front, with Lyndon Dykes missing the tournament due to injury. …
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