English soccer has come a long way over the last couple of decades. The days of cross-and-head are long gone. Most Premier League teams now like to build from the back, chip away at their opposition using slick passes and clever transitions. The success of such a system depends heavily on the playmaker — the one who sits in the …
Read More »Howe issues injury update on 7 players – Good and bad news ahead of Sheffield United
Eddie Howe has been speaking to the press this morning, sharing the latest on the injury front ahead of tomorrow’s meeting with Sheffield United at St James’ Park. The good news is that Tino Livramento will train today and could be fit to return after he was an unused substitute on Wednesday night. Howe has revealed that he felt his …
Read More »Xavi will ask 23-year-old Barcelona defender to stay at club amid uncertain future
As the end of the season nears, Barcelona must begin evaluating the progress of their players on loan at various clubs in and outside Spain. Come June, after all, the board and management must arrive at a consensus over which players to trust and call back and whom to part ways with. In a promising trend, several of Barcelona’s players …
Read More »Bayern Munich vs Frankfurt Prediction: Team to Win, Form
The impending clash between Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt at the Allianz Arena is set for an intense Bundesliga match on Saturday, April 27, 2024. With crucial points at stake for both teams, this fixture promises to be a tactical battle shaped by current form, team news, and key players. Current Form Bayern’s Current Form Bayern Munich, although recently relinquishing …
Read More »Barcelona receive major boost in pursuit of €80 million-rated Serie A winger
After sealing the continuity of Xavi Hernandez as manager, FC Barcelona need to get down to work to try to offer the coach the most competitive squad possible. The Blaugrana are making efforts to return to the 1:1 rule with the aim of going to the market with full guarantees. Apart from a top pivot midfielder and the signing of …
Read More »Team to Win, Form, News and more 27/04/2024
RB Leipzig is set to host Borussia Dortmund in a highly anticipated Bundesliga clash at the Red Bull Arena on April 27, 2024. This matchup pits fourth against fifth in the league, offering more than just three points with Champions League implications on the line. Current Form RB Leipzig’s Current Form Leipzig has shown formidable form recently, securing three consecutive …
Read More »Is Max Allegri being unfairly judged because of a change in expectations?
Before the season kicked off, not too many people expected Juventus to win the Scudetto. The bookies didn’t, most pundits and commentators didn’t, and if we’re honest, neither did too many Juve fans. The general consensus was that a top-four finish, a return to the Champions League, and possibly winning the Coppa Italia would be a successful season. But, as …
Read More »Manchester City superstar not a ‘priority’ for Barcelona due to multiple factors
Over the past few days, the talk of Barcelona being interested in signing Manchester City midfield maestro Bernardo Silva has once again picked up steam. The 29-year-old has been a subject of interest for the Catalans for the past two summers but nothing has come to fruition owing to the frail financial situation. However, heading into this summer, there is …
Read More »PSG winger reveals how he forced Barcelona defender into a ‘mistake’ leading to red card
Barcelona suffered a disastrous 1-4 defeat at home to PSG last week in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinals leading to their elimination. Having come away with a win from the first leg in Paris and then scored early in the second leg, Barcelona had one foot through the door into the semifinals. However, half an hour …
Read More »Report: Barcelona demand change in Xavi’s main attitude problem next season
As Joan Laporta stated yesterday, there was not much doubt between Xavi and the administration that the manager’s continuity was the best way forward for the club. The long meeting between the two parties, however, focused on bridging the gaps between the manager and the administration and mutual expression of the expectations they had from each other. While Xavi may …
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