In terms of results, AC Milan’s U.S. tour was impeccable. They beat English Premier League powerhouse Manchester City before doing the same against LaLiga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona. But, with a minute remaining from the regular 90, Milan was in danger of losing to Torino in the Serie A opener.  A win for the Turin side would’ve been their …

Barcelona started their 2024/2025 La Liga season with a win away from home against Valencia at Mestalla. Hansi Flick played a 4-2-3-1 formation with a few novelties, completing a comeback win with a brace from Robert Lewandowski. Barça Universal brings you the player ratings from Barcelona’s league debut at Mestalla. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen: 5 Saved the team from a possible …

Former Premier League midfielder Jermaine Jenas has admitted he was surprised West Ham let Ben Johnson go this summer.  The Hammers suffered defeat on the opening game of the season as they went down 2-1 at the London Stadium to Aston Villa. It’s likely West Ham’s new look side will take a bit of time to gel as Julen Lopetegui looks …

The Hansi Flick era in La Liga started with a very active Barcelona, and with the return of Alejandro Balde. The Spaniard looked very fit with 3 key passes and 53 touches during the match. However, the youngster’s joy was short-lived. Balde could not enjoy his long-awaited and much-needed comeback after leaving the game against Valencia injured in the opening …

Unai Emery was unable to confirm whether Jhon Duran would remain at Aston Villa beyond this summer following their victory against West Ham on Saturday.  Villa got their campaign off to the perfect start as they beat the Hammers 2-1 thanks to goals from Amadou Onana and Duran, whilst Lucas Paqueta had levelled the game from the penalty spot. It …

Mohamed Salah has said Liverpool need to take life under Arne Slot “step by step” after the Dutchman’s first competitive match in charge produced a hard-earned 2-0 win at newly-promoted Ipswich Town. Talisman Salah set up Diogo Jota’s 60th-minute opener at Portman Road and pounced himself five minutes later to ensure Liverpool’s season started with a win despite a first-half …

Bologna is set to win the race for Daniele Rugani, despite Ajax being the first club to show interest in his signature. The defender is among the surplus players in the current Juventus squad and has attracted serious interest from Ajax. The Dutch side is keen to sign him on a season-long loan but faces challenges with covering his wages …

Robert Lewandowski opened his La Liga account for the season with two goals – the first from a Lamine Yamal cross – to put his side in front as Valencia vs Barcelona kicked off new manager Hansi Flick’s career in the top flight. Revered forward Lewandowski pounced on Spain sensation Yamal’s assist five minutes into first-half added time following a …

Emmanuel Petit believes Chelsea are ‘lacking experience’ despite another summer of heavy spending. The Blues have parted with massive sums to acquire the likes of Pedro Neto, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Filip Jorgensen this summer, while also signing ex-Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer. To offset their spending, Chelsea have managed to sell Ian Maatsen, Lewis Hall and Omari …

Joe Gomez was left out of Liverpool’s squad which traveled to face Ipswich Town, and according to Paul Joyce of The Times, the reason was the 27-year-old defender considering his future after “grown up discussions” with the relevant people at the club. Gomez, currently Liverpool’s longest-serving player, has been a very valuable member of the squad. Under Jurgen Klopp, he …