Nick Webster looks back at a full day of Euro 2024 action from Dusseldorf. There, he interviewed a British football journalist about how Euro 2024 is a microcosm of life with so many different cultures getting to know each other better. They walk down memory lane about their favorite World Cup and European Championship nations and matches. Listen/watch the Microcosm …
Read More »Chelsea’s youth recruitment will cause wider issues with lack of balance – Talk Chelsea
There is no doubt at all that Andrey Santos is a top footballer and has a big future, but I’m wondering whether that will even be at Chelsea at all. Some quotes from Santos this week had me thinking and wondering. He’s picked up on the blockages in front of him at Chelsea, and those blockages are not about to …
Read More »Molten gets the ball rolling for 2026 Asian qualifiers
June 25 – The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has unveiled the Official Match Ball for the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26, taking place from September 2, 2024 to November 18, 2025. Molten will supply its 5th generation Vantaggio for the 18-team final qualification stage. The ball has been developed using partially recycled materials, “ensuring durability and sustainability while …
Read More »Liverpool’s Japan Airlines deal lifts off, first stop Philadelphia
June 25 – Premier League Liverpool have agreed a multi-year partnership with Japan Airlines (JAL) who become the club’s official airline partner. No value has been given for the partnership that covers both men’s and women’s teams. “Partnering with Japan Airlines is another major step forward in our club’s strategy to expand our international presence and engage more deeply with …
Read More »Croatia down but could England give them a lifeline? The battle to come third
June 25 – After the finish of Groups A and B there are now eight teams qualified for the last 16 going into group C and D tonight. Germany, Switzerland, Spain and Italy have already qualified as group A and B top two finishers, while Portugal with six points are though to the next round. With a minimum of 4 …
Read More »Toon chiefs shocked after £40m talks and top offer for Yankuba Minteh goes public
Newcastle United have been left ‘stunned’ by Everton’s demands for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, according to The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. He reports that the Toffees demanded a fee ‘well in excess of £40m’ for the 27-year-old, with Newcastle deeming this a totally unrealistic fee for a striker who will leave on a free next summer if he fails to sign a new …
Read More »AC Milan set sights on Barcelona defender – report
The centre-back department at FC Barcelona could see some major cuts in the upcoming summer transfer window and Inigo Martinez might find himself staring at the exit doors. Indeed, Barça have a bloated central defensive department with Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Andreas Christensen, Martinez, and Pau Cubarsi set to be joined by Mika Faye of Barça Atletic and the returning …
Read More »Man United revive interest in Rabiot – A duel between Real Madrid could ensue
Manchester United have reportedly reignited their interest in Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot who could be on his way out of Continassa. The 29-year-old is running on an expiring contract, and could become a free agent as early as next week. The Bianconeri continue to negotiate a new deal with his mother/agent Veronique, but time is running out. The Italian giants …
Read More »Barcelona management and Deco not in agreement over ideal target for key position
By this time, it is very well-established that Barcelona intend to go after the signing of a new left-winger in the summer transfer window. The Blaugrana are eager to sign a dynamic presence on the left flank who can mirror the impact that Lamine Yamal had on the right wing during last season. Several names have been linked with a …
Read More »Report – €60 million Bundesliga forward confident Barcelona transfer will be closed soon
Amid speculations of a move for Nico Williams and Luis Diaz, it appears that Barcelona have been quietly working on the signing of RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo. Indeed, as per Jordi Gil of SPORT, Barcelona are working to finalise the transfer of Olmo from the Bundesliga club, waiting to close the operations that would allow them to make notable …
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