Richie Ledezma’s resurgence at right back continued for PSV as the reigning champions remained perfect in Eredvisie play Saturday. Ledezma logged his latest 90 minutes in PSV’s 2-0 home victory over NEC Nijmegen. The 24-year-old earned SBI Americans Abroad Player of the Week honors, continuing to be a regular in Peter Bosz’s squad. He completed 95% of his passes, made …
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Adidas and UEFA keep the ball rolling for another 3-year cycle
September 16 – UEFA have renewed their partnership with Adidas which will see the German sports company continue to produce match balls for the UEFA Champions League until 2027. This latest move builds on the strong relationship between the two entities, whose match ball partnership first began in 2001. The announcement follows the unveiling of the new UCL ball by …
Read More »Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe’s future update emerges after bust-up
Newcastle United manager Eddier Howe’s job is safe at the club following reports of boardroom bust-up at the club, according to Football Insider. The Magpies have started the season in fine form, with Howe’s men unbeaten in four Premier League matches this season. They have won ten points out of a possible 12 points and currently sit in third position …
Read More »Locatelli admits: “We missed the Champions League, angry with Empoli draw”
Club News September 16, 2024 – 4:00 pm Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli can’t wait to play in the Champions League again after almost two years of absence. The Bianconeri will kickstart their European campaign by hosting PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday evening. The 26-year-old joined his coach Thiago Motta in …
Read More »Exploring the US and UK cultural divide on soccer ticket prices
Aston Villa was recently in the news after facing an immediate backlash from fans about its UEFA Champions League prices. Non-season ticket holders have to pay around $111 for the cheapest ticket. While some American fans might consider this a fair price, especially for a Champions League match, Aston Villa supporters expressed frustration over the higher cost. This difference highlights …
Read More »Jon Jones & Stipe Miocic Headline UFC 309 In New York
The UFC 309 card has been announced, with Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic set for heavyweight title bout in New York. Michael Chandler & Charles Oliveira rematch is the highlight of undercard. UFC 309: Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic Jon Jones will contest the first defence of his undisputed heavyweight title in New York later this year, with a rescheduled …
Read More »49ers have money ready to sign rivals ‘class’ forward
Sunderland youngster Eliezer Mayenda is being eyed for a move by Leeds United after the Whites placed him on their transfer wish list, according to Football Insider. Leeds United had a busy summer transfer window, searching for players to replace their departing stars. In the latter half of the window, players such as Manor Solomon, Largie Ramazani, Ao Tanaka, and …
Read More »Collymore pays tribute to Aston Villa ‘Superhero’ Gary Shaw
Stan Collymore has paid an emotional tribute to Gary Shaw, whose death was announced today, describing the former Aston Villa striker as a “real life superhero”. Shaw passed away at the age of 63 after suffering head injuries in a fall at home. He is best remembered for scoring 18 goals as Villa won the league in 1981 and forming …
Read More »LaLiga sets Real Madrid salary cap €329m higher than Barca
September 16 – Real Madrid and FC Barcelona have received substantial increases in their LaLiga salary caps for the 2024-25 season that could take the brakes off Barca’s business in the upcoming transfer windows. La Liga’s salary limits for the 2024-25 season detail the maximum expenditure clubs can allocate on player wages without facing additional spending restrictions from the league. …
Read More »UEFA gently warns UK government of crossing the line with its new football regulator
September 16 – England’s national and club sides could be removed from UEFA competitions if a new regulator for the domestic game is considered to be “government interference” in the sport according to a leaked letter. The letter, sent by UEFA to the UK’s new culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, raises concerns about a proposed independent football regulator (IFR) designed to ensure …
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