This feels like one of the biggest weeks -we’ve had – both on and off the pitch – since the takeover three years ago. Points wise, we’ve made a solid start to 2024/25 with four from a possible six, but we were really poor in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth, struggled with 11 men against Southampton and have work to …
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Dwight Yorke believes Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s better than Noussair Mazraoui
Former Manchester United star Dwight Yorke believes Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a better player than Noussair Mazraoui and the club should have stuck with the Englishman. United have been busy this summer and are set to be active in the final few days of the window with potentially both incomings and outgoings. The Red Devils have finally agreed a deal for …
Read More »EFL Cup: Slonina, Pines, Holmes among Americans to advance
Gabriel Slonina and Donovan Pines are dancing their way into the third round of EFL Cup. Barnsley earned a 1-0 derby victory over EFL Championship visitors Sheffield United on Tuesday, with both American players contributing to the result. Slonina registered a four-save clean sheet while Pines logged 90 minutes for the first time this season. Max Watters’ finish in the …
Read More »Surprise European club considering move for out of favour Man United ace
Lazio are considering making a move for Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof according to reports as they look to strengthen their defensive options. United, who are set for a busy end to the transfer window with both incomings and outgoings have finally agreed a deal to sign midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint Germain, whilst Scott McTominay is set to …
Read More »Ronaldo to provide a blast from a glorious past at new-look Champions League draw
August 27 – With UEFA set to unveil the match-ups for its new look Champions League this Thursday at the League Phase Draw, the confederation will also pay homage to its past and Champions League all-time leading goalscorer, Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo will be honoured with a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin “in recognition of his remarkable legacy in …
Read More »Hansi Flick depressed despite Rayo Vallecano win: ‘Nobody in Barcelona’s dressing room is happy’
Barcelona’s perfect start to La Liga under Hansi Flick has been characterized by the team’s energy and high-tempo playing style. Part of the early success to the new tactics implemented by the German manager is the inclusion of 17-year-old La Masia wonderkid Marc Bernal. The youngster has managed to fit into the Spanish first division like a glove, starting all …
Read More »Dani Olmo’s first words after 10/10 dream debut for FC Barcelona
Barcelona faced Rayo Vallecano in La Liga match week 3. The game started quite difficult for the Catalan club, conceding a goal in the 9th minute. After Hansi Flick’s half-time talk, however, and Dani Olmo replacing Ferran Torres, the entire dynamic of the team changed. Barcelona’s star signing Dani Olmo was able to make an instant impact in his debut …
Read More »Man City and EA Sports extend 13 year partnership for a fifth term
August 27 – Manchester City and EA Sports have agreed a multi-year renewal of their partnership, first signed in 2011, and now going into its fifth term. It is a partnership that has evolved into more than just image rights over the years to embrace a pro e-sports team as well as separate content generation. The base of the partnership …
Read More »Aston reach agreement in principle for Feyenoord’s Lutsharel Geertruida
Aston Villa have agreed a deal in principle worth £35m for Feyenoord defender Lutsharel Geertruida according to reports. Villa have been busy this summer as they look to prepare their squad for Champions League football and have made a number of new signings including the likes of Ian Maatsen and Amadou Onana. Unai Emery’s men have also lost Douglas Luiz …
Read More »Dani Olmo 9.0, Lamine Yamal 8.5 | Rayo Vallecano 1-2 Barcelona: Player ratings
Barcelona took on Rayo Vallecano at Estadio de Vallecas late on Tuesday night aiming for their third win of the season. More importantly, the Blaugrana were tasked with breaking the curse of the stadium for they were without a win at Vallecas in three games. Hansi Flick did not make overt changes to his starting lineup on the night despite …
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