With little over a month remaining until the summer transfer window slams shut, FC Barcelona must act swiftly in the market. The foremost priority for the Catalan giants is the acquisition of Nico Williams, whom they have tailed for much of the summer. While Barcelona have everything prepared to activate the Basque winger’s €58 million release clause, things have been …
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Spain dominates Dominican Republic with 3-1 win
Who needs Nico Williams roaming down the left when you’ve got Sergio Gomez? The Real Sociedad wingback and the rest of Spain’s unstoppable Olympic team powered through to a dominant 3-1 win over the Dominican Republic to seal a place in the quarterfinals. Spain divebombed the Dominicans with their wing players, consistently stretching the defense out with constant overlaps. It …
Read More »West Ham urged to make ambitious £68m double swoop this summer
Former West Ham United striker Frank McAvennie has urged the club to make an ambitious £68m double swoop this summer. The Hammers are preparing for life under new manager Julen Lopetegui, who takes over from Europa Conference League-winning boss David Moyes. And already, it’s been a busy summer of incomings and outgoings, with Mix Kilman, Luis Guilherme and Wes Foderingham …
Read More »Barcelona will pursue €60m Man City target regardless of Nico Williams’ decision
A recent report from SPORT has confirmed that if Nico Williams decides to choose Paris Saint-Germain over Barcelona, the Catalan team will intensify their pursuit of Dani Olmo as an alternative. Interestingly, Barcelona are determined to sign Olmo regardless of Nico’s decision. This means even if the Athletic Club winger joins the team, the Catalans will still chase the RB …
Read More »Eight Barcelona youth talents guaranteed to be on the US pre-season tour – report
Barcelona will take the flight to the USA tomorrow as they gear up to play three friendly encounters as part of their preparations for the 2024/25 season. Since starting the pre-season training on July 10, new manager Hansi Flick has given a chance to a number of youth prospects from Barcelona to train with the senior setup. After all, a …
Read More »Napoli wants to hijack Juventus move for Koopmeiners
Teun Koopmeiners is eager to move to Juventus, and the Bianconeri are working hard to secure his transfer this summer. The Dutchman has been one of Europe’s top midfielders over the last few seasons, and his outstanding performance last season has made him a key target for Juve. The club is now looking to make some sales to fund his …
Read More »Paul Mitchell looking to reduced Newcastle average age with key sales
Newcastle United are looking to sell several senior players this summer in order to reduce their average age, according to reports. The Magpies have endured a slow summer so far with the conversion of Lewis Hall’s loan from Chelsea into a permanent transfer and the arrival of Greek goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos from Nottingham Forest their most eye-catching moves so far. …
Read More »Two 8/10s, three 7s and one 5 – Newcastle player ratings from 2-0 win at Hull
Newcastle stepped up their pre-season plans with a comfortable 2-0 win away at Hull City this afternoon, as first half goals from Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy set us up nicely ahead of tomorrow’s flight to Japan. Check out our player ratings in full below: Pope – 7 – Welcome return for Howe’s No.1, who made a crucial save from …
Read More »Christian Pulisic eyeing up trophies in second season with AC Milan
Christian Pulisic made quite the impression in his first Serie A season with AC Milan and his goal heading into the 2024-25 campaign is to lead the club to silverware. Pulisic joined up with the Rossoneri ahead of their second friendly in the United States, a showdown with Manchester City at Yankee Stadium on Saturday night. After a frustrating ending …
Read More »U.S. advances to CONCACAF U-20 quarterfinals after topping group
The United States Under-20 men’s youth national team continued their domination at the 2024 CONCACAF U-20 Championship on Friday. The young Americans entered a Group A matchup with Costa Rica needing a win to officially top the group. Prior to the fixture, the Stars and Stripes thumped Jamaica 9-0 to begin their tournament. The Americans took a 5-0 lead into …
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