Last summer, Wojciech Szczesny was rumoured to be considering a move to Saudi Arabia along with several other top players, but he ultimately chose to remain at Juventus, where he was firmly established as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. Szczesny had previously stated that he didn’t need to join Cristiano Ronaldo in the Pro League for financial reasons, indicating his contentment …
Read More »Sargent in; Tillman, Trusty out
With anticipation growing ahead of the 2024 Copa America, the USMNT squad has been revealed, with Josh Sargent making the cut. With the USMNT preparing to compete on home soil, head coach Gregg Berhalter has announced the 26-man squad that will represent the United States in this prestigious tournament. Leeds’s attacking midfielder Brenden Aaronson is in, while Timothy Tillman and …
Read More »Brighton turn to Hurzeler to replace De Zerbi
Brighton today confirmed the appointment of 31-year-old Fabian Hurzeler as their new head coach. Hurzeler becomes the youngest permanent head coach in Premier League history after agreeing a three-year contract at the Amex Stadium. He takes over from Roberto De Zerbi after guiding St Pauli to promotion to the Bundesliga for the first time since 2011. He told the club’s …
Read More »Keith Downie responds to surprise Newcastle rumour after Asmir Begovic report
Sky Sports’ Keith Downie has played down claims that Asmir Begovic is set to join Newcastle United as our third-choice goalkeeper. Responding to a report from SportMedia1 – who claimed it was a ‘done deal’ earlier today – Downie said, “Not true guys. No Begovic to Newcastle” in an update on Twitter. The 36-year-old has played for Eddie Howe at …
Read More »Roma’s US owner Dan Friedkin set to buy Everton
Dan Friedkin, owner of Serie A giants Roma, is poised to take control of Premier League club Everton, following an agreement with current majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri. This move, which has garnered significant attention, marks a potential turning point for Everton. It also promises new financial stability and a fresh strategic direction. Farhad Moshiri, who has been the majority shareholder …
Read More »Yakin vindicated by Embolo selection
Switzerland boss Murat Yakin felt Breel Embolo’s late goal in the 3-1 defeat of Hungary this afternoon vindicated his decision to take a gamble in selecting the striker in his Euro 2024 squad. Embolo suffered an injury-plagued season with Monaco, suffering a tear of his cruciate ligament and then, having returned, sustaining a hamstring problem that threatened his participation in …
Read More »Walker doesn’t believe Grealish deserved England Euro call-up
Manchester City star Kyle Walker has admitted that he was not surprised teammate Jack Grealish wasn’t called up to the England squad for Euro 2024. England manager Gareth Southgate recently named his 26-man team for the tournament in Germany. As the Three Lions are one of the favorites in the competition, there would be some notable omissions. Along with Tottenham …
Read More »Swiss light the Group A touch paper
June 15 -The last time Switzerland played in Cologne, they treated those in attendance and the millions watching at home to the most turgid 120 minutes of football I have ever witnessed, while losing to Ukraine on penalties during the 2006 World Cup. It would be different this time around as the Rossocrociati faced the mighty Magyars of Hungary with …
Read More »Barcelona Golden Boy sends message to Spain NT ahead of Euro opener
As Spain get set to take on Croatia in their first UEFA Euro 2024 Group B encounter in Berlin in a few minutes, Barcelona midfield prodigy Gavi has sent a heartfelt message to the team. Gavi, 19, is not part of the Spain squad as he is currently recovering from the ACL injury he suffered while in action for La …
Read More »Bologna stays true to their words to frustrate Juventus over Calafiori
Bologna has made it clear that Riccardo Calafiori is not available for transfer, frustrating Juventus in their pursuit of the defender. Juventus considers Calafiori one of the top defenders in Serie A and are keen on reuniting him with Thiago Motta. The player himself is interested in joining Juventus, but he is not pushing for a move that would force …
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