We are certainly into the ‘business end’ of the European Championships now as on Friday two of the tournament favourites, Spain and Germany, go head-to-head in Stuttgart. The aura of this fixture has final vibes due to the status of the two nations involved, and one thing is certain – we will lose one of the best teams in the …
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Premier League and Serie A clubs are eyeing a swoop for Arthur
Arthur Melo has been told he needs to leave Juventus, and the Brazilian midfielder has attracted interest from several clubs. Arthur has been in fantastic form over the last year and was expected to make a permanent switch to Fiorentina after his loan spell at the club. However, La Viola did not make his move permanent, and he is back …
Read More »Pedri forced off injured after a terrible challenge from Kroos
Spain have suffered an early blow against Germany as Barcelona star Pedri is forced off injured. Pedri has been one of Spain’s star players in the Euros, enjoying a more advanced role for his country. But his evening in the quarter-finals against Germany has been cut short after a rough tackle from Kroos took him out. He stayed down for …
Read More »What changes will he implement now?
In a surprising turn of events, Manchester United has extended the contract of manager, Erik ten Hag, until June 2026. United finished eighth in an underwhelming 2023-24 Premier League season. But despite that, Ten Hag‘s success in securing two significant trophies has earned him a longer tenure at Old Trafford. The 54-year-old’s position as Manchester United‘s manager was under intense …
Read More »Germany Boss Identifies Spain Star Yamal’s Flaws Before EURO Quarters
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann has heaped praise on Spain sensation Lamine Yamal, calling him a “big talent.” Nagelsmann, however, does not think he is infallible, with the coach shedding light on some of his weaknesses ahead of the EURO 2024 quarter-finals. Lamine Yamal Has Been One Of Spain’s Standout Performers In EURO 2024 The youngest player in history to play …
Read More »UEFA clear Man United and Man City to play next season
UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body have cleared both Man United and Man City to play in Europe this season as doubts emerged over their participation. This is a result of both Premier League clubs’ owners also being part of other teams that have qualified for both the Champions League and Europa League, which many would see as a conflict of …
Read More »Line-ups confirmed as Can and Tah come in for Germany
All eyes will be fixed on Stuttgart tonight as two of European football’s heavyweights go head to head with a place in the semi-finals of Euro 2024 at stake. Luis de la Fuente’s young Spain side have been the pick of the teams at the tournament so far with their blend of defensive solidity, midfield nous and explosive pace down …
Read More »Alan Shearer reacts to Newcastle double deal and Aston Villa shock – Nail on the head?
Alan Shearer has hit out at the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), asking “what chance have you got?” if emerging challengers like Newcastle and Aston Villa must sell to avoid points deductions. Shearer feels we did “good business” in the end by selling Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh for a combined £68m last weekend, but worries it could’ve …
Read More »Newcastle among Premier League clubs to be investigated after recent transfers
The Premier League is set to investigate a number of transfers that were made ahead of the PSR deadline. June 30th was the final day of business for top-flight clubs ahead of submitting their latest financial numbers and prior to that deadline — nicknamed by many as an ‘unofficial transfer window’ — we saw several homegrown players make big-money moves. …
Read More »Diplomatic spat intensifies over Demiral’s Grey Wolves salute
July 5 – The fallout over the ultra-nationalist gesture made by Turkey’s two-goal hero Merih Demiral at Euro 2024 has spiralled further with Germany summoning the Turkish ambassador to Berlin. Demiral scored both goals in Turkey’s dramatic 2-1 win over Austria in Leipzig to earn a place in the quarterfinals but celebrated his second by making a controversial hand salute used by Turkish nationalists and …
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