The UEFA Nations League returns with an intriguing clash between Northern Ireland and Luxembourg. Both teams are looking to start their campaign on a strong note, with Northern Ireland aiming to build on their recent positive performances, while Luxembourg will be seeking to bounce back from a series of disappointing results. Match Preview Northern Ireland Northern Ireland Recent Form Northern …
Read More »Transfer spend $1bn down on 2023 at $6.4bn, but women’s game continues to grow
September 3 – The volume of money flowing through the international transfer system for the mid-year window just closed may be $1 billion lower than 2023, but the actual numbers of transfers made are higher. Taking into account the increased volume of transfers in the women’s game, the total number of transfers made is 12,125 in 2024 against 11,400 in …
Read More »Denmark vs Switzerland UEFA Nations League Prediction
Denmark and Switzerland are set to face off in a crucial UEFA Nations League match at the Parken Stadium. Both teams have a lot to prove following their recent performances in international competitions. With Denmark aiming to bounce back from a disappointing EURO 2024 campaign and Switzerland looking to build on their strong showing at the tournament, this match promises …
Read More »Ten Juventus players called up for international duty – Full list revealed
Ten Juventus players will be in action during the first international break of the season, confirms a statement released by the club’s official website. Four Bianconeri stars will participate in the UEFA Nations League, with the new edition of the tournament kicking off this month. Federico Gatti, Nicolo Fagioli and Andrea Cambiaso received call-ups from Italy coach Luciano Spalletti who …
Read More »Belarus vs Bulgaria UEFA Nations League Prediction
Belarus and Bulgaria are set to face off in the UEFA Nations League at a neutral venue, the ZTE Arena. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim to secure a better position in their group. With both sides showing inconsistent form recently, this encounter promises to be an intriguing contest. Match Preview Belarus Belarus Recent Form Belarus …
Read More »Azerbaijan vs Sweden UEFA Nations League Prediction
The UEFA Nations League match between Azerbaijan and Sweden promises to be an exciting encounter at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium. Both teams have experienced mixed fortunes in their recent games and will be looking to secure a win to boost their standings in the competition. Sweden are eager to make amends for their previous defeat to Azerbaijan and reclaim their …
Read More »Official: Juventus defender Tiago Djalo signs for Porto
Juventus have officially announced the transfer of Tiago Djalo to Porto on loan until the end of the season. The 24-year-old has been on the Bianconeri’s books since January when the club splashed 3 million euros to beat Inter for his services. While he’s been clinically cleared, the Portuguese is still working on finding his old form after suffering a …
Read More »Juventus and its Swedish connection: A legacy of talent –
The history of Swedish players at Juventus is a fascinating chapter in the club’s rich tapestry, one that has captivated fans and bettors alike. For Swedish football enthusiasts, following their countrymen’s exploits in Serie A has been a source of national pride and, for many, an exciting opportunity to watch their heroes play for one of the biggest sides in …
Read More »The last bit of Rice + Saudi bid for Trossard rejected
Morning all. I think the Rice thing has probably rumbled on long enough, but I thought this angle of the incident from Arsenal’s Access All Areas video was worth posing (via @LBallessano) was worth looking at. Just realized why they went for the all access😭 pic.twitter.com/Y8cnhgIytE — Maria (@LBallesano) September 2, 2024 As all the ‘letter of the law’ merchants …
Read More »Key dates for new format
Anticipation is building for the Champions League 2024/25 schedule. The Round of 16 phase remains the same as usual. However, the route to the Round of 16 has evolved from the traditional group stage to a larger ‘League Phase’. Instead of 32 teams in the competition, there will now be 36. Every team is assigned eight opponents to play, with …
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