The Erik ten Hag experiment at Manchester United is over, and, once again, the club is on the lookout for its next manager. Under the Dutchman, United did not have a clear identity, and that showed both offensively and defensively. United is amid its worst start to a Premier League campaign in its history. The recent loss to West Ham …
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Vinicius Jr to snub Paris ceremony after losing out to Rodri?
Rodri will win the Ballon d’Or this evening, prompting favourite Vinicius Jr and the rest of the Real Madrid delegation to snub the event, according to reports in Spain. Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who is likely to miss the rest of the season due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury, will claim the award for his part in the club’s …
Read More »Liverpool very interested in Premier League star, club could be open to favourable transfer
Jean-Philippe Mateta in action for Crystal Palace (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images) Liverpool are reportedly very interested in the potential transfer of Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta to bolster their attack. The Frenchman has been one of the Premier League’s most in-form forwards in 2024, though the goals have dried up for him slightly this season. Still, Mateta seemingly has …
Read More »Hansi Flick wanted to sign €80 million-rated Barcelona superstar at Bayern Munich
In a short time at the club, Hansi Flick has managed to turn things around spectacularly for FC Barcelona after a disappointing campaign last time out. With more or less the same squad, the German tactician has the team firing on all cylinders, with several players performing at their best levels after failing to shine last season. One such star …
Read More »Real Madrid to snub Ballon d’Or over Vinicius Junior
Vinicius of Real Madrid won’t be winning the Ballon d’Or (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and the club’s star players are reportedly set to snub tonight’s Ballon d’Or ceremony as it’s emerged that Vinicius Junior won’t be winning the award. Vinicius had looked the favourite to be crowned the world’s best player with this prestigious …
Read More »The five signings that contributed to Dutchman’s downfall
Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United tenure ended this morning after two and a half years in charge. The Dutchman was given a vote of confidence by new minority owners Ineos over the summer and handed a new contract. But the club have continued to stagnate on the field and yesterday’s 2-1 defeat at West Ham left them in 14th place …
Read More »How Hansi Flick has managed to keep the entire Barcelona squad ‘battle-ready’
Barcelona’s 4-0 victory over bitter rivals Real Madrid was a reminder that this Catalan team is unlike any of its renditions in the recent past. Their ongoing winning streak isn’t just a fluke, for the team has shown exceptional character, commitment and winning mentality, all of which can be attributed to one man: Hansi Flick. Hansi Flick’s battle-hardened approach To …
Read More »Bruno Fernandes on Erik ten Hag on Man United sacking
Bruno Fernandes and Erik ten Hag (Photos by Eddie Keogh, Michael Regan/Getty Images) Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has broken his silence on Erik ten Hag’s sacking as manager today, expressing “hope” that the fans appreciate the work he did. The Dutch tactician was not super popular with Man Utd fans after doing a pretty poor job overall, even if …
Read More »“A point gained” – Locatelli pleased with hard-fought draw vs Inter
Juventus stalwart Manuel Locatelli is proud of his team’s comeback against Inter. The Bianconeri were seemingly resigned to defeat after trailing 2-4 on the scoreline, but Kenan Yildiz entered the pitch to bag a brace and salvage a valuable point for the visitors. Therefore, Locatelli feels this result constitutes a morale boost for Juventus given the circumstances. “It was an …
Read More »5 biggest misconceptions about RB Leipzig
For a club that was founded in 2009, RB Leipzig has come a long way. It began as a partnership with fifth-tier SSV Markranstädt, who Red Bull bought the playing rights from, ultimately changing the club name to RB Leipzig. Intending to reach the Bundesliga in eight years through the promotion/relegation system, RB Leipzig did the impossible. It accomplished it …
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