Chelsea will be determined to hit the ground running this season under Enzo Maresca. The pressure on the Italians shoulders is likely to be almost intolerable given the evident need for league and cup success for the club’s owners, something that was seemingly beyond Mauricio Pochettino and Graham Potter, not that either were really given the time to put their …

Some interesting claims emerged from Sky Italy last night, who revealed that Newcastle United have ‘returned heavily’ for AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw. Newcastle are long-term admirers of the German, as we revealed in an NUFCBlog exclusive last June, and it sounds like Paul Mitchell is also a big fan, with Sky’s Gianluca Di Marzio stating that Thiaw is ‘very …

The Champions League qualifying rounds are always filled with excitement and anticipation, and the upcoming clash between Malmo and KI Klaksvik is no exception. This match will take place at the Eleda Stadion, and both teams are keen to advance further in the competition. Here’s a detailed preview, including predictions, team news, and more. Team Form and Performance Malmo’s Current …

Arsenal have been slow to start their transfer business but with the new season approaching fast, the Gunners are now ready to address a number of issues in their squad. After completing the permanent signing of David Raya, who joined the club on loan last season from Brentford, the Premier League giants are edging closer to a move to Bologna …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has responded to a question about the Riccardo Calafiori transfer situation whilst also sending a strong and clear message to the club’s board about what they have to do this summer. Arsenal are closing in on the Italy international, according to BBC Sport, though they also quote Arteta as saying he has no update on that …

APOEL Nicosia will host Petrocub Hincesti in the first leg of their Champions League second qualifying round on July 23, 2024, at the Neo GSP Stadium. This encounter marks APOEL’s return to the competition after a hiatus since their playoff loss in the 2019-20 season. Petrocub, on the other hand, are competing in Europe’s elite tournament for the first time, …

Although it’s unlikely anyone at the club will come out and say it in interviews, Arsenal really do need to win the Premier League title in 2024/25. By the end of the upcoming season, Mikel Arteta will have been at the helm for five and a half years, and backed to the hilt by his board during every transfer window. …

As Lincoln Red Imps prepare to face Qarabag FK in the second qualifying round of the Champions League, fans are eager to see which team will come out on top. This article delves into the team news, recent form, and match predictions for this crucial clash. Team News and Lineups Lincoln Red Imps Lincoln Red Imps will be pleased to …

Arsenal are reportedly “getting closer” to a transfer deal for Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder Mikel Merino, according to journalist Kike Marin. Merino impressed at the Euros this summer even though he wasn’t always able to get off the bench and onto the pitch for the eventual winners of the tournament, and this follows some strong form in La Liga …

Unusually for Chelsea of late, they’re not having things all their own way in the transfer market. The Blues under Todd Boehly have become an organisation that has set the pace in the summer windows, whether on incomings or outgoings. So far this summer, they’ve seen long-term target, Victor Osimhen, potentially slip through their fingers, and though the Nigerian hit-man …