If there’s one thing that Unai Emery would seem to demand of any team he manages, it’s that of the total commitment to the cause that he himself displays. The Spaniard is renowned for being meticulous in his preparation, but if he is to succeed, then all of his players need to buy into his way or working. One player …
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Barcelona midfield maestro could recover in time for La Liga opener vs Valencia
The past month or so has been a memorable one for Barcelona midfielder Pedri as he went on to win the UEFA Euro 2024 with the Spanish national team. While the triumph in Germany brought a lot of joy, it also came with some disappointment for the 21-year-old as he had to miss the semi-final and final matches against France …
Read More »De la Fuente dismisses critics and says his team can grow
July 15 – Spanish coach Luis de la Fuente says he always believed in his Euro 2024 title-winning side even if others didn’t. De la Fuente replaced Luis Enrique after Spain crashed out of the 2022 World Cup in the last 16 but many doubted whether the 63-year-old had the experience or quality to help La Roja end a 12-year …
Read More »Millwall vs Charlton Athletic Prediction: Team to Win, Form
Millwall and Charlton Athletic will face off in a behind-closed-doors friendly as they prepare for the upcoming season. This match holds significant interest as both teams look to build momentum and refine their strategies. Let’s dive into the details and predictions for this encounter. Current Form Millwall Millwall has shown resilience in their recent matches. The team is unbeaten in …
Read More »Report: Juventus could exchange Chiesa with Napoli striker Raspadori
Juventus and Napoli could end up forging a swap deal involving Italy internationals Federico Chiesa and Giacomo Raspadori. The Bianconeri will likely part ways with the winger this summer as he apparently doesn’t fit in Thiago Motta’s tactical system. Moreover, his contract will expire next year and the two parties have yet to make any concrete progress on the renewal …
Read More »Santiago Bernabeu is full for Kylian Mbappe unveiling
If there was any doubt as to Kylian Mbappe’s popularity amongst Real Madrid fans, that was put to bed at Tuesday lunchtime. Los Blancos’ Santiago Bernabeu stadium was full to bursting ahead of the French forward’s unveiling in front of thousands of adoring supporters. More Stories / Latest News It was quite the sight to behold, …
Read More »Gareth Southgate resigns as England manager
Gareth Southgate has this morning stepped down as England manager. His last game in charge was Sunday evening’s 2-1 Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain in Berlin after which he said he would take some time to consider his future with his contract due to expire in December. The announcement of his resignation came this morning, less than 48 hours …
Read More »Gareth Southgate releases statement as England boss resigns
‘As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all. But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager. I joined the FA …
Read More »With FIFA failing to get a bite of Apple, tenders open for Club World Cup TV rights
July 16 – Almost a year before the inaugural expanded 32-team Club World Cup, FIFA has invited bids for rights to broadcast the 63-game tournament in the Americas, Asia, the Middle East & North Africa. The tender effectively ends what for some time looked like being an all-markets bid from Apple for broadcast rights that would have underpinned the tournament. The …
Read More »Bayern Munich in pole position to sign €60 million-rated Barcelona attacking target – report
While Nico Williams is understood to be the priority target for FC Barcelona this summer, they have also been working silently over the possible acquisition of his compatriot Dani Olmo. The 26-year-old RB Leipzig forward has a release clause worth €60 million in his contract which will be valid until 20 July. Olmo has previously stated that a move to …
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