England striker Harry Kane has expressed his desire to score 100 goals for his country, claiming that reaching that milestone number is “definitely possible.” Kane’s comments came ahead of the UEFA Nations League clash with Finland, which would mark his 100th game for the Three Lions. Harry Kane Has Enjoyed A Remarkable International Career Kane, 31, made his England debut …
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62-time Newcastle forward returns to football after 20-month absence
Former Newcastle United striker Nile Ranger has returned to football after signing for Southern League side Kettering Town. Now 33, Ranger has been without a club since January 2023 and hasn’t played a competitive game since coming off the bench in Boreham Wood’s 2-0 defeat to Everton in the FA Cup fifth round in March 2022. Ranger previously had two …
Read More »Paul Mitchell reveals the type of player he and Eddie Howe plan to sign for Newcastle
More quotes have emerged from Paul Mitchell’s 90-minute chat with North-East journalists at St James’ Park last week, where our sporting director discusses his relationship with Eddie Howe and the sort of players they are keen to sign. Mitchell believes that he and Howe are both ‘frustrated’ former players who were forced to call time on their playing days quite …
Read More »How Juventus managed to raise €150M from summer exodus
Juventus Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli received the plaudits for a scintillating transfer campaign that witnessed the arrival of top-notch talent in Turin, the likes of Teun Koopmeiners, Nico Gonzalez and Douglas just to name a few. Nevertheless, the 52-year-old’s ability to offload players is an equally important attribute that shouldn’t be overlooked. In a new study, Calciomercato details how Juventus …
Read More »Man City planning to replace key man during January transfer window
Man City are believed to be ready to add a new striker to their squad in January having seen Julian Alvarez depart the Etihad Stadium this summer for Atletico Madrid. The World Cup winner was a key member of Pep Guardiola’s squad last season having featured in 54 matches, scoring 19 goals and assisting a further 13. The Argentina star …
Read More »Ralf Rangnick Stands by His Brutal Manchester United Critique
Former Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick has stated he was right to claim that the club needed an “open-heart surgery” to bring the glory days back. Rangnick’s brutal comments came during his time as Man Utd’s caretaker manager in the second half of the 2021-22 season. What Did Ralf Rangnick Say? Manchester United appointed Rangnick as caretaker manager after sacking …
Read More »Albert Rusnák, Christian Benteke headline the Best of MLS for Week 24
By Favian Renkel and Justin Ruderman Welcome back to Week No. 24 of Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of each week in MLS. Even when the world rests for international breaks, we do not. Here is a closer look at this week’s selections: …
Read More »Barcelona’s undisputed right-back: How Kounde made an uncomfortable position his own
It is no doubt now, that Hansi Flick is moulding Barcelona in his own image, carrying out a systemic change, from top to bottom. Such impactful has been his effect that the team looks near-unrecognisable from its days under Xavi Hernandez. A team not so different in its composition, to be honest. If you look closely enough, it is the …
Read More »Walker Buehler Determined To Sharpen Up After Poor Start
Right-hander Walker Buehler has been struggling for form after the Cubs were triumphant in a 10-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. What happened to Buehler? Walker Buehler’s pursuit of a position in the Dodgers’ playoff rotation remains uncertain following an early setback caused by a former teammate. Cody Bellinger made his return to Dodger Stadium on Monday, hitting a …
Read More »Next week huge for Chelsea’s future amid ownership unrest
Next week could be huge for the future of Chelsea Football Club as the Premier League outfit could take a big step towards building a new stadium and leaving Stamford Bridge. The Blues’ current ownership group are desperate to increase the number of fans that can watch the London team play each week as the English giants would easily sell …
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