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Premier League Match Officials for Matchweek 2 (2024/2025)

Premier League Match Officials for Matchweek 2 (2024/2025)

As the 2024/2025 Premier League season continues to unfold, the match officials for Matchweek 2 have been confirmed. Below is a detailed overview of the appointed referees, assistant referees, and VAR officials for each fixture. Match Officials Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Manchester United Referee:Craig Pawson Assistants: Marc Perry, Nick Hopton Fourth Official: Bobby Madley VAR: Chris Kavanagh Assistant VAR: …

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Kostic limits his options by choosing to focus on Europe

Kostic limits his options by choosing to focus on Europe

Filip Kostić is expected to leave Juventus sooner rather than later, but the Serbian winger needs to make the process easier for himself. Several clubs have shown interest in the injured winger, who does not fit Thiago Motta’s preferred profile for his team. Kostić was informed some time ago that he needs to find a new home and is on …

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USWNT star raises concerns about Wave hiring Donovan

USWNT star raises concerns about Wave hiring Donovan

As the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) resumes following its Olympic break, the league has witnessed several significant changes. Among the most notable is the hiring of Landon Donovan as the interim head coach of the San Diego Wave. The decision to appoint Donovan, a USMNT legend, has sparked discussions and concerns; particularly from USWNT defender and Portland Thorns captain …

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Barcelona and Nike in advanced talks over new €90m-a-year deal and €150m signing bonus

Barcelona and Nike in advanced talks over new €90m-a-year deal and €150m signing bonus

According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona’s negotiations with Nike have reached an advanced stage. Both parties are working on finalising a contract that will pay Barcelona €90 million per year, along with a signing bonus of €150 million.  However, despite the advanced negotiations, the finalisation of this agreement has been postponed for a few days. It is …

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Premier League competition for Jonathan David

Premier League competition for Jonathan David

Although Liverpool appear to be doing just fine in the attacking department, that won’t stop them from trying to sign one Ligue Un hot-shot this summer. CaughtOffside sources understand that Lille’s Jonathan David, who has an incredible record of 43 goal or assist contributions since the start of last season (transfermarkt), is of particular interest to Arne Slot. Indeed, it …

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Bologna agree loan deal with Aston Villa for Samuel Iling-Junior

Bologna agree loan deal with Aston Villa for Samuel Iling-Junior

Samuel Iling-Junior looks set for an immediate return to Serie A just weeks after joining Aston Villa from Juventus. The England youth international moved to Villa Park at the start of July as part of the deal that saw Douglas Luiz join Juventus — although the transfers were marked down separately due to accounting reasons. But Iling-Junior has featured just …

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Premier League Games This Weekend: Aston Villa vs Arsenal

Premier League Games This Weekend: Aston Villa vs Arsenal

The Premier League is back with another exciting weekend of football action from August 24th to 25th, 2024. As the competition heats up, fans are in for a treat with several key matches scheduled, including the much-anticipated clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal. Here’s a rundown of the games to look forward to. Saturday, August 24th, 2024 Brighton and Hove …

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PSG opens the door for Juventus to sign a former Inter Milan star

PSG opens the door for Juventus to sign a former Inter Milan star

PSG has made a decision regarding Milan Skriniar’s status in their squad that could present Juventus with an opportunity to sign the defender. Skriniar, who has substantial Serie A experience from his time with Inter Milan between 2017 and 2023, was persuaded to move to PSG by a lucrative contract. However, the Slovakian defender has not featured as regularly as …

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Neymar wants Barcelona return, deal depends on one thing

Neymar wants Barcelona return, deal depends on one thing

As Neymar’s time with Al-Hilal seems to be dwindling, speculation is intensifying about his future in the Middle East. Even though Neymar has a deal with the Saudi Arabian club until June 2025, his future seems less clear by the day. After an injury-plagued and underwhelming spell, speculations began to circulate that he would be making a triumphant return to …

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He’s the Frank Lampard of Liverpool

He’s the Frank Lampard of Liverpool

Paul Merson has labelled Mohamed Salah the ‘Frank Lampard of Liverpool’ thanks to his goalscoring ability away from the No.9 position.  The Egyptian was a central figure to Liverpool’s success under Jurgen Klopp upon joining the club from Roma in the summer of 2017, notching 211 goals and 89 assists in 349 appearances across all competitions under the German — …

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