It has been almost three years since Lionel Messi left Barcelona and the club are still feeling the after-effects. Messi’s departure has left many imperfections that is prominent in the Barcelona attack even today. One of them is the club’s effectiveness from free kicks. Barcelona’s freekick problem Since the departure of Lionel Messi, Barcelona have had 67 free-kick opportunities, which …
Read More »Provisionary Champions League draw – In which pot will Juventus land? (Photo)
Football Rankings X account expects Juventus to land in the second pot of the Champions League group stage draw. The Bianconeri are five points away from securing qualification to Europe’s elite club competition which will adopt a brand new format starting next season. The domestic league winners will no longer have the advantage, as all participants will be divided based …
Read More »Sandro Tonali – Must-read comments from Howe on what he’s done behind-the-scenes
Watching Eddie Howe’s press conference this morning, it was fascinating to hear what he had to say on Sandro Tonali; who will NOT face an extended ban following an FA investigation. Howe feels the FA have made the “right decision” and was full of praise for the Italian’s progress behind-the-scenes, revealing that he’s been training superbly and improving his fitness, …
Read More »Roma 0-2 Bayer Leverkusen: Talking points as new Bundesliga champions take big step towards Europa League final
In the first leg of their clash in the semifinals of the Europa League, played on Thursday at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Bayer Leverkusen continued their incredible season by beating AS Roma, courtesy of goals from Florian Wirtz in the 28th minute and Robert Andrich in the 73rd. The game The newly crowned German champions needed no more than …
Read More »Manchester United lead Olise race
According to ESPN, Manchester United are believed to be at the head of the queue for the services of Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise. The 22-year-old has been attracting attention for a while now. He was reportedly very close to joining Chelsea last summer, but the deal was delayed and Palace chairman Steve Parish used the time to broker a …
Read More »Ten Hag openly says he can play ‘the Ajax style’ at Manchester United with Barcelona midfielder
Except for a few guaranteed starters, many Barcelona players are anticipated to be on the chopping block this summer as the club grapples with financial frailties. Leading the list of potential departures is Frenkie de Jong, who has a strong likelihood of leaving during the upcoming transfer window. Not only does the Dutchman possess an abundance of suitors, but considering …
Read More »Man Utd revive interest in Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot
Man Utd have reportedly returned to the fray for Adrien Rabiot whose contract with Juventus will expire at the end of the season. The Frenchman was close to joining the Red Devils in the summer of 2022, when the Bianconeri accepted their offer, but they couldn’t agree on personal terms with the player’s mother/agent Veronique. According to Tuttosport via IlBianconero, …
Read More »Howe issues major update on Joelinton, Pope, Trippier and Almiron ahead of Burnley trip
After confirming that Fabian Schar (hamstring) looks set to miss our final four games, Eddie Howe has shared some good news on the injury front. Speaking to the press this morning, he’s confirmed that Miguel Almiron, Joelinton and Nick Pope are all back in full first team training, while Kieran Trippier is expected back next week after spending some time …
Read More »Barcelona striker shares his discontent to dressing room over playing time – report
The past few weeks have been rough for Barcelona, considering their chances of lifting any silverware at the end of the season are next to none. But this campaign has especially taken a toll on Vitor Roque, who has been forced to spectate his side’s shortcomings from afar, with minimal influence to impact games. Having arrived for €40 million from …
Read More »Where could Manchester City be looking to strengthen over the summer transfer window?
While Manchester City might have relinquished their maiden Champions League crown last month, the Sky Blues still have their sights firmly set on making more domestic history this season. With a fourth consecutive Premier League crown at the top of their agenda, Pep Guardiola’s men appear to be already putting together their summer plans. Although it might have been heavily …
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