CONMEBOL, South America’s soccer governing body, has launched an investigation following a violent altercation between Uruguay players and Colombian fans at the end of their Copa America semifinal match on Wednesday. After Colombia’s 1-0 victory in Charlotte, videos surfaced showing Uruguay players climbing into the stands and clashing with opposition fans. Notable players involved included Darwin Nunez and Ronald Araujo. …
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Chelsea complete signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City – Talk Chelsea
Chelsea Football Club has secured the signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City. The midfielder has signed a five-year contract with the Blues, including an option for an additional year, and will begin training with his new teammates in preparation for the upcoming season. Chelsea FC is in the midst of securing several new players, which is always an exciting …
Read More »Lionel Messi photos risked ‘unwanted comparisons’
Photos of Lamine Yamal as a baby with Lionel Messi had been kept quiet to avoid putting pressure on the Spain winger, the Euro 2024 sensation has said. The shots of Messi, which were taken in 2007 and showed the Barcelona all-time top scorer bathing a six-month old Yamal alongside the future record-breaker’s mother, Sheila Ebana, have gone viral since …
Read More »Man Utd agree new contract for experienced player with over 100 international caps
Manchester United have agreed a new contract with veteran defender Jonny Evans, the club announced on Friday. Evans rejoined the Red Devils on a one-year contract last summer following a spell at Leicester City and was only initially meant to provide squad depth for Erik ten Hag. However, a spate of injuries meant Evans played a much more prominent role …
Read More »Barcelona attacking duo pushing strong in pre-season to impress Hansi Flick
Barcelona’s pre-season training is in full swing now, with new coach Hansi Flick overseeing another rigorous session of training on Friday. The German tactician focused on physical conditioning, with players from the Barcelona B and Juvenil teams joining the first-team squad to bolster numbers. Gavi, Julian Araujo, Alejandro Balde, and Frenkie de Jong continued their respective recovery programs, while the …
Read More »Crystal Palace man says Euro 2024 run with England the ‘best moment of his career’ despite not playing
Dean Henderson has told Ollie Watkins that his late winner against the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-finals was the ‘best moment of his career’. Watkins came on from the bench and netted in the 91st minute to complete a 2-1 comeback victory for the Three Lions, who booked their place in a second consecutive European Championship final in the …
Read More »Watkins labels Lamine Yamal a ‘generational talent’ ahead of England v Spain showdown
England hero Ollie Watkins believes Spain’s wing duo of Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal present the biggest threat in the Euro 2024 final and labelled the Barcelona prodigy a “generational talent”. Watkins propelled England into Sunday’s showpiece with a stunning, last-gasp winner against the Netherlands on Wednesday. They will now face a Spain side regarded by most observers as the …
Read More »Newcastle sign Lucas, Tika-Lemba and Epia as recruitment drive continues at Academy
After announcing eleven teenagers who have today signed their first professional contracts at the club, Newcastle United have now revealed 14 youngsters who’ve landed scholarships at the club’s Little Benton Academy. In another Friday afternoon announcement, the club have confirmed the signing of three new youth talents in Kayden Lucas, Ezra Tika-Lemba and Aaron Epia, who have secured full-time scholarships …
Read More »Juventus seriously considering a Chiesa-Sancho exchange
Juventus is keen to offload Federico Chiesa and will consider a swap deal with Manchester United for his signature. The Red Devils are one of the clubs interested in him and have been following the winger for some time. Interestingly, Manchester United has its own winger who is no longer part of their plans at Old Trafford. Jadon Sancho has …
Read More »Who is Steve Cherundolo, the frontrunner for USMNT job?
U.S. Soccer will have to move on to plan B in their search for a new USMNT head coach. The organization officially fired Gregg Berhalter on Wednesday following the team’s disappointing showing at Copa America 2024. Despite playing their matches on home soil, the Stars and Stripes failed to reach the knockout round of the tournament. Almost immediately after sacking …
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