Cristiano Ronaldo gave advice to Tottenham’s Dejan Kulusevski (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) Dejan Kulusevski has been one of Tottenham’s top performers this season, and the Swedish international has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo’s advice has helped him achieve his current level of performance. The 24-year-old has been a key part of any success Spurs have had this season and although …
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Former Barcelona flop reflects on his time at the club – ‘Those were not good times’
Sergino Dest, the former Barcelona full-back, shared his thoughts on his time at the club, highlighting how he gradually lost confidence both in himself and in his role within the team. When he first arrived at Barcelona, he was full of energy and belief in his abilities, but that began to fade over time. Dest admitted that the environment at …
Read More »Brazil top men’s and women’s Futsal rankings as FIFA focuses spotlight on short form game
October 14 – The second edition of FIFA’s Futsal World Ranking see Brazil top both the men’s and women’s sections, increasing their dominance of the men’s ranking following their World Cup win in Uzbekistan last month. FIFA has ambition for Futsal having said in its strategic report it will recommending its inclusion as an Olympic sport for 2028 to the …
Read More »Man United ace eyed by Ajax, PL clubs
Manchester United have decided to let Antony go in the upcoming January transfer window, with the Brazilian winger being eyed up by his former club Ajax, as well as by Premier League duo Newcastle United and Crystal Palace. Antony was highly rated during a successful first spell at Ajax, prompting Man Utd to pay big money to sign him in …
Read More »Former manager admits he would ‘avoid facing Barcelona’ in the Champions League
Pep Guardiola recently appeared on the popular Italian show Che Tempo Che Fa where he reunited with his former Brescia teammate, Roberto Baggio. Guardiola spoke openly about his career, Lionel Messi, his admiration for Johan Cruyff, and his enduring connection with Barcelona, providing some insightful reflections. He acknowledged that he’s had the privilege of managing three great teams during his …
Read More »Sebastian Hoeness Manchester United approach made
Sebastian Hoeness during a Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and VfB Stuttgart – (Photo by Selim Sudheimer/Getty Images) Manchester United reportedly approached Stuttgart boss Sebastian Hoeness over replacing Erik ten Hag as their manager during the summer. However, the highly-regarded German tactician is said to have turned the Red Devils down, and they ended up sticking with Ten Hag instead, …
Read More »Sergio Aguero sues Barca for £3m of unpaid 2021 contract
October 14 – Argentinian and former Manchester City icon, Sergio Agüero has filed a lawsuit against his last club FC Barcelona for almost £3 million over money owed as part of his 2021 contract termination. After a trophy-laden spell with Manchester City, including one of the most famous goals in Premier League history as his last-gasp winner sealed City’s first …
Read More »Iniesta talks Yamal, Olmo, Pedri, Ansu, La Masia, Flick
Former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta recently spoke with Mundo Deportivo about Barcelona’s progress and the club’s focus on young talents under Hansi Flick. Iniesta believes Barcelona’s recent emphasis on developing youth players has been a wise investment, and he is confident that the team is on the right path to winning titles this season. When discussing football with his children, …
Read More »William Gallas makes his pick for Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City title race
William Gallas believes Arsenal are ‘favourites at the moment’ to lift the Premier League title. The Gunners have finished second to Manchester City in each of the last two seasons and are without a top-flight title since their 2003/04 Invincibles campaign. However, Mikel Arteta’s men have made an unbeaten start to the new campaign after seven games, sitting just one …
Read More »Pulisic, McKennie among USMNT players to depart October camp
The U.S. men’s national team will not have the services of five players for Tuesday’s road friendly at Mexico. Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie were among five players to depart October’s camp, U.S. Soccer announced Sunday. Pulisic has been released to his club AC Milan due to load management while McKennie, fullback Marlon Fossey, goalkeeper Zack Steffen, and forward Ricardo …
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