July 15 – Argentina retained the Copa America with a 1-0 win over Colombia on Sunday but the showpiece finale was overshadowed by yet more organisational issues that from the start beset the tournament in the United States – joint hosts of the next World Cup. A goal by Lautaro Martinez after 112 minutes separated the sides with Lionel Messi …
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Flynn Downes’ move could be strategic
West Ham are certainly getting deals done in the current summer transfer window. Luis Guilherme and Max Kilman are just two big names that the Hammers have already secured, whilst there appears to be almost daily updates as far as players that the East London outfit retain an interest in. Of course, there will be those players that need to …
Read More »EURO 2024 breaks records from Fan Zones to global TV audiences
July 16 – More than 5.8 million visitors had entered the ten Fan Zones in the Euro 2024 host cities in Germany before the final on Sunday that saw Spain overcome England 2-1. With the tournament over the number count has started and is showing record figures across pretty much every metric. The highest day’s attendance at fan zones, prior …
Read More »Morata trolls Musiala at Euro 2024 celebration party
Atletico Madrid and Spain striker Alvaro Morata trolled Germany star Jamal Musiala as the country celebrated winning Euro 2024 this summer. Morata was a key player for Spain as they won the competition for the fourth time in their history, beating England 2-1 in Sunday’s final in Berlin. For some reason, Morata singled out Musiala as he celebrated the result, …
Read More »Thousands waiting for Kylian Mbappe unveiling
Kylian Mbappe isn’t due to be presented as a new Real Madrid player until lunchtime in Spain, but that hasn’t stopped thousands of fans turning up early. The atmosphere is beginning to build in the city and especially around the famous old ground, with things set to be at fever pitch by the time the French striker makes his bow. …
Read More »Barcelona defensive prodigy rejoins group training after lengthy injury layoff
After having a day off on Monday, FC Barcelona players returned to the Ciutat Esportiva complex today to continue their pre-season training under new manager Hansi Flick. The first training session of the second week of the Flick era took place at Camp Tito Vilanova today at 9.30 am. Alejandro Balde returns Hansi Flick had the same players at his …
Read More »Liverpool player who joined the club in 2018 is edging closer to Anfield exit
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is about to get a “jaw-dropping” offer from one of the best teams in Saudi Arabia. The Reds have been linked to a number of players in various positions, but they have not made a signing yet. Arne Slot, Liverpool’s new manager, took charge of the team after Jurgen Klopp left at the end of last …
Read More »Shamrock vs Vikingur Champions League Qualifying Prediction
The Champions League qualifiers see Shamrock Rov.rs facing Vikingur Reykjavik in a crucial second-leg tie. After a goalless first leg in Iceland, both teams will battle it out at Tallaght Stadium for a chance to advance to the next round. Match Preview Shamrock Rov.rs Shamrock Rov.rs have the home advantage and a solid defensive performance from the first leg to …
Read More »Arsenal working hard to keep wonderkid
Arsenal are vulnerable to losing Chido Obi-Martin at the moment due to the fact that he won’t turn 17 until December, according to Charles Watts. The talented young striker has impressed at youth level for the Gunners, looking like a huge talent with the potential to be a really prolific scorer if he can continue his development. Speaking exclusively to …
Read More »Eddie Howe clause goes public ahead of 2024/25 season – Report
According to Craig Hope at The Mail, Eddie Howe’s has a £5m buyout clause in his Newcastle United contract amid interest from England. He reveals that the buyout was £8m this time last year after qualification for the UEFA Champions League, but that’s reduced to £5m after we failed to qualify for Europe ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. Hope reports …
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