Juventus manager Max Allegri suggested that his players did not understand the importance of the game against Cagliari last night after their terrible first-half performance. The Bianconeri have been in poor form, but fans still expected much better from them against the Islanders. Juve were overwhelmed by their confident hosts, who tried to capitalise on every chance in the first …
Read More »“Rolls-Royce” defender approved by former Newcastle star ahead of potential Toon move
For many Newcastle United fans, Jonathan Woodgate is the best centre-back they’ve seen at the club in the past 25 years, so it’s very interesting to see what he’s had to say about Toon target Lloyd Kelly. With Eddie Howe lining up a summer reunion with Kelly, who looks set to leave Bournemouth on a free transfer, it’s interesting to …
Read More »Barcelona coach calls up a new face from the academy for training ahead of El Clasico
Xavi’s time at Barcelona may be nearing its end, but the club legend’s managerial spell will always be remembered for his faith in the academy. So far, Xavi has given debuts to 15 La Masia stars during his tenure at the club to varying successes. Many, including Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi, have gone on to become indispensable parts of …
Read More »Real Madrid manager predicts ‘successful future’ for two Barcelona wonderkids
As FC Barcelona get set to take on Real Madrid in La Liga at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, Los Blancos manager Carlo Ancelotti had words of praise for two Blaugrana talents. It has been a dream breakthrough season for Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi, both of whom have become permanent fixtures in the starting XI at Barcelona despite being …
Read More »Juventus players take responsibility for Cagliari draw claims Danilo
Juventus captain Danilo insists that the players must take responsibility for their actions after their 2-2 draw against Cagliari last night. Max Allegri’s men have been struggling in the last few months and have remained a team smaller opponents do not fear. This is because Juve has not been at their best since they lost to Inter Milan, and Cagliari …
Read More »‘The most important game’ – Xavi talks ahead of Barcelona’s ‘final’ vs Real Madrid
Barcelona will take on Real Madrid in perhaps their most important match of the season tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu. Having crashed out of the UEFA Champions League earlier this week, Barcelona have only the La Liga title left to play for. They are already eight points behind leaders Real Madrid in the table and need a win tomorrow to …
Read More »Nacho tells Real Madrid he wants to leave amid Inter links
Nacho Fernandez has informed Real Madrid of his decision to leave the club at the end of the season, according to Sport. The versatile 34-year-old defender, who plays primarily as a centre-back and has performed well on either defensive flank as well, has been named club captain ahead of this season, but with everyone in his department of the squad …
Read More »Allegri admits Juventus were horrible in the first half against Cagliari
Juventus manager Max Allegri admits his team were horrible during the first half of their match against Cagliari last night. Juve went into that fixture knowing there was no more room for mistakes in their bid to ensure they finished in the top three. The Bianconeri have been unconvincing in the last two months and were eager to ensure they …
Read More »Barcelona defender not ready to commit to Atletico Madrid move despite contacts
As the summer transfer window of 2024 edges closer, Barcelona are prepared to sanction a few exits, and one of the players expected to leave is Marcos Alonso. The veteran left-back is in the final few months of his contract at Barcelona and is widely expected to move on once it expires as there is no renewal offer forthcoming. In …
Read More »Rival watch: Real Madrid full-back suffers from overload ahead of Barcelona showdown
Barcelona will be facing off against Real Madrid tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday in what is a must-win encounter. With eight points separating the two teams, a win for Barça would reduce the gap to five points, allowing the Catalans to mount a late title charge. And, heading into the Clasico on Sunday, the Blaugrana might have been …
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