Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal’s star player, is writhing on the ground, gripping his left knee. A French crowd of 76,000 looks stunned as he limps off the field, returns with his knee wrapped, but signals for a sub. Ronaldo, arguably the best soccer player of all time, will have to leave the biggest game of his life early. It’s the Euro …
Read More »Newcastle sign former Chelsea stopper? – Big claims on Saturday afternoon
According to reports this afternoon, Newcastle United are all set to sign experienced goalkeeper Asmir Begovic on a free transfer. It’s claimed the 36-year-old stopper’s move to St James’ Park is a ‘done deal’ following Loris Karius’ release. The Bosnian left QPR at the end of the 2023/25 season and has bags of Premier League experience, previously playing for Chelsea, …
Read More »Lionel Messi plays down expectations ahead of Argentina’s Copa defence
Lionel Messi has warned “nothing will be easy” for Argentina as they prepare to defend their Copa America crown. Messi was at his sparkling best as Lionel Scaroni’s men won their final warm-up game 4-1 against Guatemala in Washington, scoring twice to add to a brace from Inter striker Lautaro Martinez. Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez’s own goal had given …
Read More »Germany 5-1 Scotland: What Were The Main Talking Points As Germany Open EURO 24 Campaign With A Rampant Performance in Munich?
With all eyes falling on Munich on Friday night, Germany opened this summer’s European Championships with a thumping 5-1 victory against a sorry Scotland. The tone was set in an electric Allianz Arena after just 10 minutes as Bayern Leverkusen ace Florian Wirtz waltzed on to the ball to steer in the opener. Jamal Musiala’s ferocious strike almost punctured Angus …
Read More »Barcelona not ruling out the sale of star forward valued by Hansi Flick
Heading into the summer transfer window, FC Barcelona winger Raphinha finds himself in a quandary with regard to his future. The 27-year-old winger has already informed the Blaugrana that he does not wish to leave in the upcoming transfer window. Meanwhile, it has been suggested that Barça sporting director Deco, for now, is blocking the star forward’s departure. Despite that, …
Read More »AC Milan is battling Juventus for quality French midfielder
Juventus continues their search for new midfielders as they close in on signing Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz. The Old Lady is also expected to make a move for Teun Koopmeiners during this transfer window. The Dutch midfielder has been on their radar for a long time due to his impressive performances with Atalanta. Juve is still working on reaching an …
Read More »Barcelona winger steps up as a leader for national team
While there are non-stop rumblings about his future, Barcelona winger Raphinha is currently away in the USA, playing for the Brazilian national team. With the Copa America set to come up in the coming days, the Selecao have not been at their best since the FIFA World Cup elimination in 2022. The absence of the likes of Thiago Silva, Neymar, …
Read More »Spain World Cup winner heaps praise on Barcelona gem – ‘Just getting started’
Lamine Yamal’s rapid rise to prominence was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise dire campaign for Barcelona in 2023/24. The youngster enjoyed a superb breakthrough in the senior team, notably ending the campaign with 17 goal involvements, which is a tremendous feat for a 16-year-old. Joan Capdevila on Lamine Yamal Impressed by his strong growth, former Spanish …
Read More »Pundit tips Juventus star to shine at Euros and be Kvaratskhelia’s replacement
Federico Chiesa has been linked with a move to Napoli in this transfer window as he prepares to play an important role for Italy at Euro 2024. Chiesa was one of the stars of the Italy team that won Euro 2020 and has been preparing with Luciano Spalletti’s squad to defend the trophy this summer. Italy will rely heavily on …
Read More »Newcastle set to look elsewhere as top Eddie Howe target proves too expensive – Report
Newcastle United look set to be priced out of a summer move for Dominic Solanke; the Bournemouth striker who is considered a long-term target of Eddie Howe’s. It’s emerged that a £65m release clause exists in his current deal, but that only applies to the Premier League’s ‘big six’. The Chronicle report that Newcastle would have to pay more than …
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