Gabriel Martinelli has named Brazil teammate Vinicius Jr as his pick for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Vinicius has enjoyed an incredible 2023/24 campaign, scoring 24 goals and providing 11 assists across all competitions to help Real Madrid to the La Liga and Champions League double — scoring 21 goals in those two competitions combined. The 23-year-old was second only …

Former New England Revolution manager Brad Friedel has re-entered the professional soccer world, joining the board of directors at Besiktas. This appointment marks Friedel’s first professional soccer role since his tenure with the Revolution ended in 2019. The 53-year-old will serve as an Advisor to the Besiktas board through the 2025-2026 season. This strategic position allows Friedel to leverage his …

Former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may be about to make a spectacular Premier League comeback. The Norwegian boss apparently contemplates a return to England as negotiations are underway about a new managerial position. The Sun says Solskjaer is discussing taking up the Leicester job, marking a potential return to the Premier League. The Foxes are looking for a …

The United States men’s national team suffered a heavy 5-1 loss to Colombia in an international friendly on Saturday, extinguishing any momentum as they prepare for the upcoming Copa America. The match played in front of a largely pro-Colombian crowd in Landover, Maryland, saw the US struggle defensively. They also failed to capitalize on attacking opportunities. La Tricolor took control …

Gareth Southgate has admitted his England side cannot rely solely on Jude Bellingham at the European Championships.  The Three Lions’ group stage opener against Serbia is just a week away but confidence has taken a hit following a shock 1-0 defeat to Iceland at Wembley in their final pre-tournament friendly. However, England were missing a number of key players from …

New Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany is set to return to the Premier League to make his first signing. Sky Sports Germany report Bayern have agreed personal terms with Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha and will now discuss a fee with the Cottagers for the combative midfielder. Portugal international Palhinha has been named in Roberto Martinez’s squad for Euro 2024, meaning …

Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise has been linked with a move away from the club this summer. The 22-year-old Frenchman is highly rated around England and he has a bright future. Clubs like Chelsea are thought to be keen on his signature. Former Premier League stars, Theo Walcott and Frank Lampard were recently asked to select the five best wide …

Club News June 9, 2024 – 2:00 pm Alvaro Morata could still return to Juventus as he continues to be linked with a move back to the Allianz Stadium. The striker has already had two successful spells with the Bianconeri and is well-loved by the club’s fans. Atletico Madrid …

Newcastle United could use more quality and depth in the attacking unit and they have been linked with a move for the Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho. The 27-year-old striker will leave the Foxes this summer upon the expiry of his contract. He is expected to move on as a free agent and it seems that Newcastle could be a …

Tottenham Hotspur defender Joe Rodon had an impressive loan spell with Leeds United in the Championship last season. The Welsh international failed to help them secure promotion to the Premier League, but there is no doubt that he was outstanding with his performances. He has returned to his parent club, but he is expected to leave Spurs permanently in the …