September 10 – Manchester United have advanced their plans to build a new 100,000-capacity stadium by entering into a strategic partnership with local authorities aimed at maximising regeneration opportunities around Old Trafford. The Premier League giants have joined forces with Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to explore how the development of a world-class stadium could transform …
Read More »Seven Barcelona youth gems who caught Hansi Flick’s eye during U-19 fixture – report
Ever since he arrived at FC Barcelona, manager Hansi Flick has made it a point to keep a close eye on the up-and-coming youngsters within the club’s academy. Indeed, the German tactician has been closely following the Barça Atletic and the Juvenil A (U-19) squads to unearth exciting youth prospects who can be the next big star for the first …
Read More »Targeted police strike forces postponement of second Ajax match
September 10 – Ajax Amsterdam have had a second of Eredivisie match called off because of a police striker in the Netherlands. In a statement, the club wrote that “The home match in the Eredivisie that was scheduled for Sunday against FC Utrecht will not take place. The local authorities decided this on Monday afternoon in response to the announced …
Read More »German report: Juventus & Inter scouting Schalke striker Moussa Sylla
Juventus are reportedly monitoring Schalke forward Moussa Sylla, but face all-too-familiar competition from Inter. The 24-year-old is a youth product of Monaco who also had stints at Utrecth and Caen, before joining the 2. Bundesliga side this summer. The Malian is off to a flying start in his maiden campaign in Germany. He already boasts three goals and an assist …
Read More »Eddie Howe and Paul Mitchell reach agreement after summer setbacks – Report
According to The Telegraph, Eddie Howe and Paul Mitchell have settled their differences and are committed to making things work for the good of Newcastle United. It was well documented earlier in the summer that Howe was thrown off by Amanda Staveley’s exit and the arrival of a new sporting director who’s remit would be “90% transfers” and that feeling …
Read More »De Bruyne furious with team as Belgium lose to France again
September 10 – Following his side’s 2-0 defeat against France, Belgian captain Kevin De Bruyne slammed his teammates for “unacceptable things”, deepening the crisis mood around the Red Devils. Belgium enjoyed a bright start in Lyon against the French, but quickly faded and fell to goals from Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele. During the match, De Bruyne, Belgium’s leading …
Read More »England vs Finland UEFA Nations League Prediction
England welcome Finland to Wembley for their next UEFA Nations League match before the domestic seasons pick up again at the weekend, with Lee Carsley looking to keep up his 100% record after an impressive win against Ireland at the weekend. Match Preview England England Recent Form As mentioned, England come into this fixture on the back of a 2-0 …
Read More »China issues lifetime bans to 38 players and five club officials for match-fixing
September 10 – China’s purge of football-related corruption has reached unprecedented levels after the country banned 43 people for life over allegations of match-fixing, bribery and other forms of wrongdoing. With the national team still performing woefully on the pitch details have been released of a “two-year investigation that uncovered a series of online gambling, match-fixing and bribery cases.” The …
Read More »Stats show why Barcelona’s rising star is 2024’s best footballer
Lamine Yamal is quickly moving from a promising young talent to a footballer who is already making a significant impact. This transformation is evident not only in his performances for Barcelona but also in his contributions to the Spanish national team. His role as the young MVP of a European Championship, where he was crucial to his team’s success, has …
Read More »Colombia vs Argentina – World Cup Qualifying Prediction
This week we’re being treated to a mouthwatering repeat of the Copa America Final as Argentina face Colombia in a World Cup Qualifier. In the final of the Copa America in the summer, Argentina won 1-0 in extra-time thanks to a goal from Lautaro Martinez. Match Preview Colombia recent form Colombia returned to World Cup Qualifying on Saturday and were …
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