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Why an MLS move would Suit Paul Pogba in 2025

Why an MLS move would Suit Paul Pogba in 2025

Paul Pogba can play soccer again from March 2025. The 31-year-old tested positive for a banned substance in 2023. As a result, he was banned from professional soccer for four years initially, but it has been reduced and he can return to action next year.  Following the reduction, and the likelihood that Pogba won’t return to Juventus, speculation over his …

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Former Premier League player George Baldock dies aged 31

Former Premier League player George Baldock dies aged 31

Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has reportedly been found dead at his home in Greece. Several Greek outlets reported that Baldock, 31, was found dead in a swimming pool at his house in Glyfada, southern Athens. It is alleged that concerns were raised when Baldock’s wife, who lives in England, couldn’t contact him after several hours without a response. …

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Belgian Pro League invests in major data ecosystem to support clubs  

Belgian Pro League invests in major data ecosystem to support clubs  

October 9 – The Belgian Pro League has announced a series of major technological investments aimed at boosting its position in European football, with innovations focused on semi-automated offside technology, advanced data collection across all levels of the game, and precision limb-tracking.  These developments, set to be introduced in the 2025 season, will aim to elevate the league’s tactical analysis, …

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Italian Referee Association open to introducing VAR challenge

Italian Referee Association open to introducing VAR challenge

Italian refereeing has been under intense scrutiny following a weekend of contentious decisions in Serie A. Gianluca Rocchi, the referee designator for the league, expressed his dissatisfaction with the officiating in the recent matches. He further revealed that new solutions, such as a VAR challenge system, are being considered to improve the accuracy of decision-making. The latest round of Serie …

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Florian Wirtz keen on Bayern Munich move

Florian Wirtz keen on Bayern Munich move

According to Sky Germany, Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz is keen to join Bayern Munich next summer. Wirtz, as one of the most valued young playmakers in Europe at the moment, is on the wish list of practically every big club around the continent. Real Madrid are said to be keeping an eye on developments, as are Manchester City and …

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Locatelli’s injury history gives a hint about how long Juventus will lose Koopmeiners

Locatelli’s injury history gives a hint about how long Juventus will lose Koopmeiners

Teun Koopmeiners has suffered a broken rib, an injury similar to one that Manuel Locatelli struggled with previously. This latest setback is a significant blow to Juventus, which has already been dealing with a string of injuries in recent weeks. Koopmeiners withdrew from the Netherlands national team after being substituted in Juventus’ last match. The last thing the Bianconeri want …

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Dortmund posts record revenues after reaching UCL final

Dortmund posts record revenues after reaching UCL final

Borussia Dortmund has officially posted record revenue for the most recent financial year. The Bundesliga club recently claimed that they reached a turnover of $676 million. This particular figure marks a 24% increase compared to the previous campaign. The impressive revenue number was boosted directly due to the team’s appearance in the 2024 UEFA Champions League final. Dortmund eventually lost …

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