[ad_1] This evening, the Juventus directors in the stands will be keeping a close eye on PSV Eindhoven’s up-and-coming striker Ricardo Pepi. The 21-year-old has been developing his game under the guidance of Peter Bosz since joining the Dutch giants in 2023. This season, the American hasn’t been a regular starter for the club, with the manager preferring to rely …
Read More »Premier League stars should be fit for three games a week – Hurzeler
[ad_1] Premier League players should have the “power” and fitness to play three times a week, Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler has said amid a debate over the demands the footballing calendar is placing upon squads. Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has suggested he could retire at 30 because of the schedule, while Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson said on …
Read More »Late twist for PSV as Walter Benitez leaves Turin ahead of Juventus clash
[ad_1] Walter Benitez left the team’s hotel in Turin this morning,” reads the official note. “Due to the birth of his child, it was decided by mutual consultation that the PSV goalkeeper would return to his family. “This means that Benitez will not be part of PSV’s match selection for tonight’s UEFA Champions League match against Juventus. “The original matchday …
Read More »Levi Colwill would make a great Chelsea captain and should be now – Talk Chelsea
[ad_1] Chelsea have had a leadership problem for some time now, and it seems like that leadership problem is not just on the pitch and is also now at the very top of the club as well. But anyway, I’m not speaking about the owners in this article, this is more about a lack of leadership on the pitch. I …
Read More »Well said, Simon Jordan – TalkSport pundit nails it on Howe v Mitchell and ‘civil war’ claims
[ad_1] TalkSPORT pundit and former Crystal Palace Chairman Simon Jordan has leapt to the defence of Eddie Howe and Newcastle United amidst the purported ‘Civil War’ claims within the media concerning the club. Speaking before Sunday’s win over Wolves, Howe addressed Sporting Director Paul Mitchell’s negative comments about the club’s structure and transfer strategy, insisting he’s “very, very proud of …
Read More »Acquitted in 2022, Blatter and Platini to face appeal trial in 2025 as FIFA and Swiss judiciary demand blood
[ad_1] September 17 – It has become something of a never-ending saga involving the two men who were once the most powerful in world and European football. But it could finally be reaching its denouement. A second appeal trial against former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and ex-UEFA boss Michel Platini into the infamous “disloyal payment” debacle will take place in …
Read More »Barcelona gem will no longer be able to break historic UCL record held by teammate
[ad_1] The rise of Lamine Yamal helped Barcelona fans get over the unfortunate situation of Ansu Fati, who for long was seen as the heir to Lionel Messi’s throne. After all, Fati broke record after record and was a force to reckon with in front of the goal during his initial years at the club. His injury brought his progression …
Read More »Top sides looking to start strong
[ad_1] The UEFA Champions League returns with a highly anticipated clash between Manchester City and Inter Milan. Both teams will be eager to start their campaigns strong as they meet at the Etihad Stadium. City, the reigning Premier League champions, are looking to retain their European crown, while Inter Milan aim to exact revenge after their narrow defeat in the …
Read More »CAF to reward its senior politicos with $20k increases, adding $740k to annual wage bill
[ad_1] September 17 – Africa’s senior football administrators are set to be granted pay rises at the next CAF General Assembly in October that will add $720 million annually to the confederation’s wage bill. The October 10 meeting in Kinshasa, Congo, has a proposal under item L on the agenda to increase the annual allowance for Confederation of African Football …
Read More »Ligue 1 giants looking to finally bring the big one home
[ad_1] Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) kick off their 2024-25 Champions League campaign with a home clash against Girona, the Spanish underdogs making their tournament debut. PSG are in fine form after a dominant start to the domestic season and hope to begin their European journey on the right foot, while Girona look to cause an upset on their biggest stage yet. …
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