When England qualified for the final of Euro 2024, given the way in which they’d play to reach the showpiece, there was enough of a reason for supporters to believe that the Three Lions had their name on the cup. Gareth Southgate’s side were far from their best throughout the tournament, and yet somehow dragged themselves to Berlin where they’d …

Dusan Vlahovic is the latest Juventus player to return from his holidays to start his pre-season. The striker was given an extended break because he was part of the Serbia squad at Euro 2024. His country struggled in the competition, and he was among the underperformers despite playing well for Juve last season. Vlahovic, known as DV9, is one of …

Newcastle’s new sporting director Paul Mitchell has been speaking to the club’s media channel for the first time since joining the club. Several topics were discussed and his vision was made clear. Having watched the interview I was hugely impressed and noted that he was keen to stress patience as they build the project. Key highlights were: Everything aligned and …

It’s not unfair to suggest that the England national team are in a much better place now than when Gareth Southgate took over, even if the Three Lions failed at the final hurdle again in an international tournament. There’s a real togetherness about the group which can be seen in the fighting spirit when they’ve gone behind, and after games …

Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has questioned why Wesley Fofana went public in his criticism of Chelsea team-mate Enzo Fernandez as the race row showed no sign of abating this morning. Fernandez apologised after posting a video on social media showing the Argentina players singing a song that questioned the heritage of France’s black and mixed-race players following the Copa …

FC Barcelona struggled to outshine their arch-rivals Real Madrid in the Super Cup, La Liga, and the UEFA Champions League last season, ultimately enduring a trophyless campaign. Efforts are underway at the Catalan club to ensure they meet their goals next season; the most notable change has been the appointment of Hansi Flick. However, former Barcelona defender and coach Ronald …

The 1992-93 English Premier League, the first of the new structure, was won by Manchester United, who became champions of England for the first time in 26 years. Alex Ferguson’s side, who were cruelly passed by Leeds in the run-in the season prior, eventually got their hand on the impressive new trophy courtesy of their 84-point total in the 42-game …

So near and yet so far. The usual story for England at international tournaments. Whilst the Three Lions have come the closest they ever have to adding to their 1966 World Cup win under Gareth Southgate’s stewardship, the plain fact of the matter is that the national team still haven’t got over the line. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham were …

Crystal Palace finished in tenth place in the Premier League last season after ending their campaign in fine form under manager Oliver Glasner. They played some of the best attacking football in the league in the last couple of months and won six of their last seven matches. Thanks to the brilliant form of Michael Olise, who has now left …

Crystal Palace will face off against Charlton Athletic in a pre-season friendly at the Crystal Palace Academy today. This match serves as a warm-up for both teams as they prepare for their respective league campaigns. Crystal Palace is gearing up for their Premier League opener against Brentford on August 18, while Charlton is preparing for their League One campaign, starting …