Lionel Messi and Inter Miami lifted the Supporters’ Shield on Oct. 2 after beating Wilfried Nancy’s Columbus Crew. It was a record-breaking 46th trophy for Messi and just the second in Inter Miami club history. If they don’t win the MLS Cup, though, the Supporters’ Shield will mean nothing. MLS Cup winners are remembered, Supporters’ Shield winners are not Every …
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Iniesta Heaps Praise on ‘Not Normal’ Yamal
Barcelona icon Andres Iniesta has showered La Masia graduate Lamine Yamal with praise, saying his ascension to the highest echelon of club and international soccer is not normal. In less than two years, Yamal has gone from being a rising La Masia starlet to one of the best players in the world. On April 29, 2023, Yamal made his Barcelona …
Read More »Kolo Muani’s double gives Les Bleus win
Randal Kolo Muani scored twice as France took a giant step towards the Nations League quarter-finals with a 2-1 victory over hosts Belgium in Brussels. Belgium captain Youri Tielemans blazed a penalty over the top before Paris St-Germain forward Kolo Muani scored from the spot after a Wout Faes handball. Lois Openda equalised in first-half stoppage time afor Belgium but …
Read More »“One I’ve heard” – Insider says Newcastle United have already lined up first January transfer move
Almiron has endured a frustrating start to the new season with Newcastle. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Newcastle United are preparing to sell Miguel Almiron this January in a bid to raise transfer funds, according to former Premier League scout Mick Brown. Almiron has proven himself a valuable player for the Magpies over the years, notching 30 goals and 12 …
Read More »Dolphins’ head coach Mike McDaniel said Tua Tagovailoa is expected to play again in 2024
The Miami Dolphins are 2-3 in 2024 and are coming off a Week 4 bye. Their last game was a 15-10 win on the road vs. the New England Patriots. Miami is patiently waiting for the return of their franchise QB Tua Tagovailoa. In Week 2, the 26-year-old suffered another nasty concussion. Tagovailoa was soon placed on the IR and …
Read More »“Position of power” – Major investor’s mind is made up about Spurs vs West Ham decision
Amanda Staveley wants Eddie Howe at Tottenham (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Amanda Staveley appears to have made her decision between investing in Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United, according to reports. Staveley left Newcastle United in the summer after helping a Saudi-backed consortium take over the club in October 2021. The 51-year-old was a popular figure at St. James’ …
Read More »Debut Leweling goal gives Germany win
Jamie Leweling scored on his debut as Germany beat the Netherlands to qualify for the quarter finals of the Nations League. Stuttgart winger Leweling was called up to replace the injured Jamal Musiala and had the ball in the net in the second minute but his effort was ruled offside. He did not have to wait too long for an …
Read More »Sergino Dest speaks out on former “dishonest” manager Xavi Hernandez
Sergino Dest is happy at Dutch side PSV but the American fullback opened up about the frustrating ending with La Liga giants Barcelona. Dest, who made the permanent move to PSV last summer, is currently sidelined as he recovers from a torn ACL. The 23-year-old spent last season on loan at PSV, helping Peter Bosz’s men capture the Eredivisie title …
Read More »Leeds United had scouts watch Joyskim Dawa as they eye January move
Leeds United are reportedly eyeing FCSB defender Joyskim Dawa, according to The Mirror, but they will face stiff competition from Leicester City, Everton, and Fulham. The report claims that scouts from various clubs, including those from England and Europe, were present to watch Dawa’s standout performance during a recent 1-0 win against PAOK. Despite Leeds’ interest, Fulham are said to …
Read More »Barca lose CAS appeal over Malcolm bonus payments claim against Zenit St Petersburg
October 14 – Barcelona’s hopes of securing €490,000 from Zenit St Petersburg have taken a hit after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed their appeal in a contract dispute over the transfer of Brazilian winger Malcom who moved to the Russian club in 2019. Barcelona believed they had a legal right to the money in a case that …
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