Liverpool have sent their “thoughts and support” to Alan Hansen, their former defender who is seriously ill in hospital. Hansen made 620 appearances for the Merseysiders in a glittering playing career, winning eight league titles and three European Cups. He then turned his hand to punditry and was a regular on BBC’s Match of the Day until standing down in …
Read More »Major blow for Czech Republic as Sadilek is ruled out
Czech Republic midfielder Michal Sadilek has been ruled out of Euro 2024 after sustaining a leg injury in a cycling accident. Sadilek, who plays his club football for FC Twente in the Netherlands, has been capped 24 timed by his country and captained the side in Friday’s 7-1 thrashing of Malta. The 25-year-old’s absence will be a big blow to …
Read More »Right wingers Newcastle could sign – Brazilian, Premier League duo, BVB star and Ligue 1 wildcard
One of the key positions for the club to strengthen is the right wing slot. Miguel Almiron and Jacob Murphy have been steady Premier League players, but neither offer the level of work rate and end product that Anthony Gordon does on the left side. Eddie Howe will be looking for a right forward who is productive in the final …
Read More »Del Piero insists he would follow Juventus to Serie B if he has to do it again
Club News June 9, 2024 – 4:00 pm Alessandro Del Piero has reflected on his playing career and the choices he made, including his decision to stick with Juventus when they were relegated to Serie B. Del Piero played in over 500 games for Juventus between 1993 and 2012, …
Read More »Italy risk losing Euro 2032 host status due to bizarre reason
Serie A CEO Luigi De Siervo has issued a stark warning regarding Italy’s preparations for co-hosting the Euro 2032. Speaking at the Festival della Serie A in Parma, De Siervo emphasized the critical need for Italy to modernize their stadiums by October 2026. Failure to do so, he cautioned, could result in the country losing its assigned host games for …
Read More »Manchester United owner Ratcliffe holds talks with Tuchel
Manchester United minority shareholder Jim Ratcliffe met former Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel last week to discuss the manager’s position at Old Trafford, according to a report in Germany. A full analysis of United’s football operations – now run by Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group – is expected to be concluded shortly and a verdict made on current boss Erik ten Hag …
Read More »Euro 2024 contenders plagued by familiar problems
On June 13, the European Championship kicks off in Munich. Each nation competing, and fans around the globe, have a rising sense of anticipation. A significant number of the world’s greatest sides are featured in Germany. Four of the past five World Cup winners and eight of the top-10 clubs in FIFA’s World Rankings are playing. Therefore, the European Championship …
Read More »Roma’s US owner Friedkin joins Everton takeover talks
In a significant development in the world of soccer ownership, Dan Friedkin, the owner of Italian club Roma, has shown interest in purchasing Premier League club Everton from current owner Farhad Moshiri. This news follows a series of tumultuous events regarding Everton‘s ownership in recent months that have left the clubs’ future uncertain. Farhad Moshiri, the British-Iranian businessman who currently …
Read More »Pavan says Juventus will struggle to afford two midfield targets
Juventus has been linked with moves for Teun Koopmeiners and Douglas Luiz, but Massimo Pavan doubts they can sign both players. The Bianconeri are set to revamp their squad this summer, with several of their players facing uncertain futures. In midfield, Juventus wants to keep Adrien Rabiot and is working on getting him a new contract. However, Carlos Alcaraz is …
Read More »USMNT legend Friedel takes up new role for first time since 2019
Former New England Revolution manager Brad Friedel has re-entered the professional soccer world, joining the board of directors at Besiktas. This appointment marks Friedel’s first professional soccer role since his tenure with the Revolution ended in 2019. The 53-year-old will serve as an Advisor to the Besiktas board through the 2025-2026 season. This strategic position allows Friedel to leverage his …
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