The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys served as a good stand-in home for Barcelona last season. Yet, it is safe to say that no stadium can do justice to the aura and the atmosphere generated at Spotify Camp Nou. Heading into the new season, Barcelona will have to depend on their foster home for at least the first half of the …
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Juventus insists on their condition to sign Berardi
Juventus remains interested in signing Domenico Berardi, but his injury and Sassuolo’s relegation mean the deal will only happen on their terms. Berardi has been on Juventus’ radar for a long time as one of the best attackers in Serie A. The Euro 2020 winner could not prevent Sassuolo from getting relegated last season because he was injured at the …
Read More »West Ham have early discussions with Arsenal regarding Reiss Nelson
West Ham are interested in Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson with the Hammers opening talks with the Gunners over a potential summer move. The East London club are expected to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season having struggled to put the ball in the net during the previous campaign. Julen Lopetegui is expected to implement a new style of …
Read More »Barcelona midfield target intends to see out his contract at current club
Barcelona are on the cusp of a new era. With a talented crop of young players emerging and a serial winner appointed to manage the club, they look forward to reclaiming their throne in European football. In order to certify that these renewed ambitions yield fruit, Barcelona aims to equip Hansi Flick with the best resources and ensure his project …
Read More »On Wednesday, USA Basketball has an exhibition game in Abu Dhabi vs. Serbia
Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Team USA has several exhibition games to prepare themselves. The Americans are part of Group C this year which features Serbia, South Sudan, Puerto Rico, and the USA. Team USA has already played in two exhibition matches so far. Last week, the Americans were in Las Vegas for their first tune-up game …
Read More »Official: Barcelona 16-year-old attacking prospect signs new contract with club
Barcelona youngster Oscar Gistau has signed a new contract with the club today, it has been officially confirmed. The 16-year-old striker forward signed the renewal at the Ciutat Esportiva accompanied by José Ramón Alexanko, the person in charge of the youth football at Barça. Oscar, 16, is widely regarded as one of the most talented young attacking talents in the La Masia …
Read More »What soccer teams have won the Olympics?
What soccer teams have won the Olympics? You may be surprised by what we reveal. Men’s Olympic soccer dates back to 1900. Fittingly, the Olympics that year were in Paris just like the 2024 Summer Games. Such a rich history has given the Olympic soccer tournaments chances to involve many different nations. In total, 19 countries have won a Gold …
Read More »Cavan Sullivan on verge of Union debut after first team call-up
Cavan Sullivan’s impressive start with Philadelphia Union II has moved him one step closer to making his first team debut. Sullivan will be part of Jim Curtin’s 20-player roster for Wednesday’s MLS showdown with the New England Revolution. The 14-year-old has scored in back-to-back appearances with Union II, helping Marlon LeBlanc’s squad remain top of the MLS NEXT Pro Eastern …
Read More »Official: Juventus winger Mattia Compagnon joins Catanzaro
Juventus have announced that their young winger Mattia Compagnon has signed for Catanzaro on an initial loan deal. The 22-year-old is an Udinese youth product who joined the Turin-based giants in 2021. After spending two years with Juventus Next Gen, he made the move to Feralpisalo on loan last summer, which allowed him to garner some valuable experience in Serie …
Read More »Concerns about FIFA finding a broadcaster for Club World Cup
Talks linking Apple as a broadcaster for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup have officially broken off. The two sides previously negotiated for months. The global governing body of the sport supposedly valued a media partnership for the tournament at around $4 billion. Apple, however, has balked at the request after reportedly considering only going as high as $1 billion. …
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