Ian Wright has urged Oliver Glasner to switch systems and play Tyrick Mitchell and Daniel Munoz as full-backs to help plug Crystal Palace’s leaky defence. The Eagles enjoyed an excellent end to last season, climbing to 10th in the table after Glasner arrived as Roy Hodgson’s replacement. However, it could barely have gone worse at the start of this campaign, …
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Felipe Melo backs Douglas Luiz to shine when he understands Italian football
Former Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo has shared his thoughts on Douglas Luiz’s early struggles at Juventus, offering a perspective that suggests patience is required with the Brazilian midfielder. Luiz joined the Bianconeri over the summer after earning a reputation as one of the standout midfielders in the Premier League with Aston Villa. His performances there attracted significant interest, with clubs …
Read More »2026 World Cup to have as many as ten teams from Africa
In a historic move, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that nine to ten nations in Africa will participate in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. It will be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Notably, the 54-year-old announced during the 46th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This is a …
Read More »Puka Nacua Made A Dream Return To The Rams Lineup In Week 8
Puka Nacua made an unexpected return to action on Thursday night football this week, with the Rams wideout cleared to play just hours before kick off against the Vikings. Puka Nacua Enjoys Dream Return The Rams have missed their rookie sensation from last year at the beginning of this season and Puka Nacua’s absence from the lineup has been notable …
Read More »Mikel Arteta says two Arsenal wonderkids are ‘in contention’ to start vs Liverpool
Mikel Arteta has revealed he is considering starting Arsenal wonderkids Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly against Liverpool. The Gunners host the Reds in a key clash in the Premier League title race on Sunday. Arsenal are looking to make amends for their shock 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth last Sunday and began that process with a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk …
Read More »Wood goals send Forest fifth with win at Foxes
Chris Wood took his tally to seven goals in nine matches this season with a second-half double as Nottingham Forest won at Leicester to rise to fifth in the Premier League. New Zealand forward Wood swivelled to fire in a ruthless 47th-minute finish and headed his second after 60 minutes, putting himself two goals behind Bryan Roy’s record for Premier …
Read More »Isak keen on new Newcastle contract amid Arsenal, Chelsea links
Arsenal and Chelsea are both reportedly interested in signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle, but according to i Sport, the striker has no intention of leaving St. James’ Park and is keen to reaffirm his commitment by signing a new long-term contract with his current club. Newcastle have managed to tie down Anthony Gordon for the long term by agreeing terms …
Read More »Enzo Maresca is “transforming” current Chelsea team admits Pedro Neto
New Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) Chelsea are a team transformed under the guidance of their new boss Enzo Maresca as the West London club continues to prove people wrong with their performances this season. The Blues have been a mess ever since Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital completed their £4.25m takeover of the club back …
Read More »Three talking points ahead of Real Madrid vs Barcelona | El Clasico
As Barcelona returned to action after the international break, the emphasis was always on two particular games that highlighted their calendar this month – Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Now having passed the first big test, that too with flying colours, the Catalans stare the next big challenge in the eye whilst on a high. El Clasico is finally here, …
Read More »Juventus makes a January decision on the improving Tiago Djalo
Tiago Djalo’s resurgence at FC Porto is a promising development for both the player and Juventus. After being loaned out by the Bianconeri at the start of the season, following a period where he struggled to find his footing under Thiago Motta, the young defender has gradually established himself as an important player for the Portuguese side. This uptick in …
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