Atletico Madrid have started taking concrete steps with the aim of signing Conor Gallagher from Chelsea this summer, according to Spanish outlet Relevo, having already contacted the London Blues about it. The 24-year-old midfield enforcer is currently representing England at the Euros, and he made a substitute appearance in their 1-0 win over Serbia in the opening round of Group …
Read More »MLS leads the way with most players at Copa America 2024
Major League Soccer will be heavily represented at the upcoming Copa America 2024. The tournament is scheduled to start on Thursday, June 20th as reigning World Cup winners Argentina face Canada. The entire competition will play out across 14 cities in the United States. This is just the second time that the tournament is scheduled to be hosted by a …
Read More »Cambiaso reveals what he and Chiesa have been discussing at Euro 2024
Federico Chiesa and Andrea Cambiaso are two of the four Juventus players named in Italy’s squad for Euro 2024. The Bianconeri have once again supplied several players to the Italy national team for an international competition. Among the Bianconeri contingent, Chiesa is the only player who was part of the Italy team that won the competition in 2021 at Wembley. …
Read More »Southgate and Ancelotti are similar, says Anthony Gordon
Anthony Gordon has drawn comparisons between England boss Gareth Southgate and Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. The 23-year-old was handed his Premier League debut for Everton as an 18-year-old sub by Ancelotti during his 18-month reign at Goodison Park. The Italian also gave him his first Blues start after the Covid-enforced break in the 2020/21 campaign. Gordon was handed his …
Read More »Inter Miami continues Barca connection with Sanllehi hiring
The Barcelona connection at Inter Miami is continuing as another former Blaugrana has joined the Major League Soccer team. Miami previously signed Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suarez to play alongside Lionel Messi. The quartet all enjoyed lengthy success together with the Spanish side. Manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino also formerly coached the Catalan club. At the executive level, Xavier …
Read More »June 19th: Wednesday’s EURO 24 Double – 4/1 Special, Betting Tips & Predictions
As the likes of Germany look to officially book their EURO 24 knockout stage ticket on Wednesday night, we have a trio of summer-defining showdowns on the cards. With a struggling Scotland facing what is a must-win battle in Cologne, there are plenty of intriguing betting markets available throughout Wednesday. For those of you looking to stick on a midweek …
Read More »Pep Guardiola influence stretches across sport to NBA Champions
Pep Guardiola has had a massive impact on the way modern soccer is understood, but he is also having a role in the NBA. On Monday, the Boston Celtics secured their 18th NBA Championship with a win over the Dallas Mavericks. Joe Mazzulla, the head coach of the Celtics, became the youngest head coach in over half a century to …
Read More »New photo of Newcastle’s 2024/25 away kit as Adidas prepare to unveil latest design
A photo of Newcastle United’s likely away kit for the 20245/25 season has emerged online as new kit supplier Adidas prepare to unveil their latest design. It looks like the rumours were true and that Adidas have been inspired by the 1995/96 away shirt; a famous kit during the ‘Entertainers’ era with navy and maroon horizontal stripes. The photo below, …
Read More »Denis Bouanga, Luciano Acosta headline the Best of MLS for Week 16
By Favian Renkel and Justin Ruderman Welcome back to Week No. 16 of Justin and Favian’s Weekly MLS Awards where SBI staff writers Justin Ruderman and Favian Renkel bring you a glimpse at the best of each week in MLS. The international break is upon us but Major League Soccer plays on, forcing teams to test their depth or rely …
Read More »Barcelona set to face Atletico Madrid battle for 27-year-old Spanish international
With Barcelona scouring the market for a new pivot midfielder this summer, Real Sociedad star Mikel Merino has emerged as a transfer target. The 27-year-old Spanish international is entering the final year of his contract with La Real and talks over a renewal are not progressing as planned. As such, there is pessimism within Real Sociedad about his continuity, with …
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