On Saturday night, Juventus settled for their third draw in a row when they hosted Antonio Conte’s Napoli at the Allianz Stadium. The club’s official website revealed some of the most interesting stats and facts registered in the aftermath. First of all, the Bianconeri have kept a clean sheet in all of their first five league fixtures for the first …
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Zubimendi transfer: Liverpool FC remain interested
Liverpool reportedly remain interested in Real Sociedad midfield playmaker Martin Zubimendi, according to Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel. The Spain international is a world class talent, and Romano says that Reds boss Arne Slot, together with other key figures on the board at Anfield, still really appreciate the player, even if they also recognise that nothing will be happening …
Read More »Michael Owen questions role of former United star after defeat
Michael Owen has openly criticized West Ham’s summer signing of Aaron Wan-Bissaka after their heavy defeat to Chelsea on Saturday. After a long summer of anticipation for the new season for West Ham fans, their side has gotten the new campaign off to a catastrophic start which was exemplified on Saturday afternoon. In yet another London derby defeat, Julen Lopetgui’s …
Read More »Club chief hints at opportunity for Manchester United to snap up transfer target in January
Bayern Munich director Christoph Freund has admitted to there being some uncertainty over the transfer situation of Leon Goretzka, who has been linked with Manchester United in recent times. The Germany international has mostly been a pretty reliable performer for Bayern down the years, but he’s no longer an automatic starter for the club, and he’s also nearing the final …
Read More »Eddie Howe makes worrying Alexander Isak admission
Eddie Howe has voiced his concerns over Alexander Isak after another lacklustre performance on Saturday afternoon. The Magpies were handed their first loss of the season at Craven Cottage on Saturday afternoon, losing 3-1 to Marco Silva’s men in a defeat which sees them drop to 6th in the Premier League standings. It only took the home side five minutes …
Read More »Capello argues Motta is struggling without Joshua Zirkzee
Legendary Italian manager Fabio Capello suggests Thiago Motta is finding it hard to cope at Juventus without the services of Joshua Zirkzee. The two men forged a brilliant collaboration during their time together at Bologna in the previous two campaigns. The Dutch striker became fundamental for the coach’s tactics, especially in the unconventional way in which he interpreted the striker …
Read More »Newcastle pick side following pair’s bust-up
Newcastle United have reaffirmed their commitment to Eddie Howe. Although there has been speculation the the Magpies boss could replace Gareth Southgate as England’s next manager, the 46-year-old is under no pressure at St. James’ Park with the club not even considering his exit. The summer transfer window did see the club come under the spotlight though. The Geordies made …
Read More »Slot delighted with ‘surprising’ Nunez strike in Bournemouth win
Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitted he was initially unsure about Darwin Nunez’s decision to shoot before the Uruguayan forward netted a spectacular goal in the 3-0 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday. Making his first start under Slot, Nunez received the ball on the right side of the box, cutting inside onto his left foot, and unleashing a beautiful curling effort …
Read More »The rise of classic soccer shirts: More than just fashion
Soccer, it’s a pretty special game, one that at its core has at large remained the same for decades. There have been advances here and there, but the crux of eleven players in cleats, shorts, and shirts, kicking a ball around a grass pitch has never changed. Yet, despite that, things have changed, both in life and in soccer. So …
Read More »Howe personally requests signing of Premier League goal machine on a free transfer
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has personally requested the signing of Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin as he nears being available on a free transfer. The England international is out of contract in the summer of 2025, and the latest CaughtOffside have been told is that there is nothing imminent planned in terms of contract talks between the player and his …
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