July 29 – FIFA has rejected Argentina’s complaints over a controversial last-minute equaliser being ruled out at the opening match of the Olympic football tournament against Morocco. “The FIFA Disciplinary Committee rejected the protest filed regarding the events that occurred in the match against Morocco,” Argentine FA President Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia said on X, adding he is seeking explanations for …
Read More »Barcelona prepare new offer for 26-year-old Man City target after fresh contacts
While the primary focus continues to be Nico Williams, FC Barcelona also continue to work on the capture of RB Leipzig and Spain attacking midfielder Dani Olmo. The 26-year-old Spain’s Euro 2024 hero is also keen on making the move back to Barça, where he spent seven years at La Masia, and as per reports this past weekend, Olmo has …
Read More »13 players missing as Newcastle squad arrive in Japan – Explanation for each absence
Newcastle United have touched down in Tokyo, with the 29-man squad arriving in Japan after a long-haul flight on Sunday. Before we get to the players absent – most of which have a good explanation – this is the group of players Eddie Howe has selected for upcoming games on Tuesday and Saturday in the J.League Series: Goalkeepers – Pope, …
Read More »Saudi FA increases second season financial support for women’s game to $16m+
July 29 – The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has boosted to funding for the second season of its Women’s Football Clubs Development Fund Program to $16 million, a rise of SAR10 million ($2.7 million). The new season programme will extend support to 70 women’s football clubs in competitive leagues, including the SAFF Women’s Premier League, SAFF Women’s First Division …
Read More »Barcelona starlet rejects contract offer from Saudi Arabian giants – Romano
Over the past few days, reports of Al Hilal wanting to sign FC Barcelona starlet Vitor Roque in the current transfer window have been growing strong. The 19-year-old finds himself staring at an uncertain future at the club and the Saudi Arabian giants have shown a strong interest in his services. There have been talks about Al Hilal being prepared …
Read More »Report: Juventus outcast Szczesny could make the move to MLS
Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is destined to leave the club this summer, but his next destination remains uncertain. The Serie A giants have already brought in Michele Di Gregorio from Monza and will immediately entrust him with the starting gloves. Meanwhile, Mattia Perin will remain to serve both as a mentor and a backup for the new signing. So despite …
Read More »Image: Lamine Yamal enjoying holidays with Barcelona transfer target
Even as the topic of his future continues to be the talk of the town, away from all the noise Athletic Club winger and Barcelona target Nico Williams continues to enjoy his vacation. The 22-year-old is currently in the middle of a transfer battle between Barcelona and PSG while Athletic Club also fight to keep hold of the attacking star. …
Read More »Transfer talk: PSG tipped for Sancho; Williams has picked his big club move
July 29 – Paris Saint Germain are leading the race to sign out of favour Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho. A PSG player could move in the other direction to ease Manchester United’s £50 million asking price for the 24-year-old. PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte and defender Milan Skriniar have both been linked with United in the past, and are tipped …
Read More »When Jose Mourinho arrived and became Special
The 2004-05 English Premier League title was won by Chelsea in relentless fashion. Jose Mourinho’s first season in England proved to be unilaterally impressive; his side lost just one league match all season, conceded just 15 goals and recorded a massive 95 points. Arsenal finished in second position but in truth there was no title race worthy of mention; Chelsea …
Read More »Endrick makes his Real Madrid entrance ahead of pre-season US tour
July 29 – Ahead of their pre-season US tour, Real Madrid have presented Endrick to their fans, the latest Brazilian prodigy to follow in the footsteps of a long list of illustrious compatriots at the club. After the pomp and circumstance of Kylian Mbappé’s arrival in the Spanish capital, it was Endrick’s turn to be presented to the fanbase at …
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