The Hansi Flick era at Barcelona gets properly underway today as the team plays their first official game under the German tactician, taking on Valencia in their La Liga opener. With kickoff a little over an hour away, Barcelona have announced the starting lineup that will be taking the field against Los Che at Mestalla with there being a debutant …

Diehard sports fans typically look for the best and most high-tech way to watch their favorite teams in the Premier League. Transitioning from standard color television to high definition was a major breakthrough in watching sporting events. The introduction of 4K TV then became the supreme way for fans to catch the action. Nevertheless, there is now a new technology …

This is my first match report for NUFC Blog and I’m not entirely sure how I approach it after that exhausting but ultimately successful opening day win at St James’ Park. Do I go down the three points and a clean sheet route? Or do I consider the fact it was a really poor start from Newcastle before we went …

Alan Shearer wasn’t too impressed by Fabian Schar on Saturday afternoon after the Swiss centre-back received a straight red card. Despite playing the majority of the game with just 10 men, Eddie Howe’s side managed to still beat newly promoted Southampton 1-0 at St. James’ Park in their opening Premier League clash. After a heated altercation with Saints forward Ben …

In a huge development, Ilkay Gundogan has asked to leave FC Barcelona before the summer transfer window closes, reports SPORT. There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the 33-year-old’s future, especially today after he was left out of the squad for the La Liga game against Valencia. While it was suggested that the veteran midfielder’s absence was due to …

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has heaped praise on ‘unbelievable’ teammate Bukayo Saka following Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Wolves on Saturday. A goal either side of half-time from Havertz and Saka, respectively, sealed the deal for the Gunners on the opening weekend of the Premier League season. Arsenal are looking to go one better in 2024/25 after finishing second only to …

Juventus is closing in on Teun Koopmeiners, having reportedly reached an agreement to sign the Dutch midfielder. Atalanta has been tough in negotiations for several weeks, insisting that they need a replacement before allowing him to leave. Juventus has patiently awaited Atalanta’s agreement to their terms, and now both clubs are nearing a final deal. According to a report by …

Phil Jones says he ‘tried everything’ to get fit enough to play again but maintained ‘there are bigger things in life than football’ after announcing his retirement.  The 32-year-old was once heralded as one of the most exciting talents in English football after emerging at Blackburn Rovers, earning a move to Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United in the summer of …

Josh Sargent celebrated his first Man of the Match performance for Norwich City on Saturday. Sargent scored his first goal of the new EFL Championship campaign in the Canaries’ 2-2 home draw with Blackburn Rovers. The U.S. men’s national team forward also added one assist in a strong 89 minutes for Johannes Thorup’s squad. Despite fighting back from 1-0 down, …

Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth played out a draw for their first game of the 24/25 season, with Bournemouth keeper Neto having a sensational game between the sticks for the Cherries. Danilo was unfortunately stretchered off of the pitch after six minutes, with a barrier having to be erected around him on the pitch whilst what looked like a horror injury …