While we might only have three Premier League showdowns on the cards throughout Saturday, we have a staked schedule from across the continent. As Chelsea and Manchester City will meet in the first of this season’s FA Cup semi-finals, the likes of Spain, Germany and Italy also offer plenty of intriguing affairs. Ahead of a frantic Saturday of action from …
Read More »Barcelona plan to promote 19-year-old prodigy to first team, meeting held with agent
According to a report from SPORT, Barcelona are very much interested in the continuity of Mikayil Faye and for that, sporting director Deco has already met with his agent. During the meeting, they talked about the scenario involving the young centre-back whose salary Barcelona need to adjust since he is expected to transition into the first team. It is no …
Read More »Arsecast Extra Episode 580 – 18.04.2024
Welcome to another Arsecast Extra, the Arsenal podcast, with myself and James from @gunnerblog. In this one part episode (without Qs in part 2), we look back at Arsenal’s Champions League exit, going down 1-0 to Bayern Munich last night. Once again, the second half was below par and we paid the price. We examine the reasons as to why …
Read More »Cambiaso promises Juventus is working on scoring more goals
Andrea Cambiaso has commented on Juventus’ lack of goals in the last few months as the Bianconeri struggle to find the back of the net. The defender is one of the most critical players in the Bianconeri team this season and has contributed to their success. Juve has some of the best attackers in Serie A on their squad at …
Read More »Premier League suffer European blow – What it means for Newcastle with miracle needed
The Premier League’s hopes of securing additional spots in next season’s European competitions were dealt a major blow last night as Arsenal and Man City both crashed out of the Champions League. UEFA’s coefficient rankings mean the top two nations – currently Italy and Germany – will be granted an extra place in the 2024/25 Champions League, awarded to 5th …
Read More »Two reasons why Barcelona want 45-year-old tactician to succeed Xavi as manager – report
Shortly after Barcelona’s heartbreaking loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League, Rafa Marquez appears to have become a hot topic in Catalonia. The former Mexican defender, currently coaching Barça Atletic, has emerged as a hot candidate to replace Xavi Hernandez next season. Marquez has even received support from Barcelona president Joan Laporta and there is a general sense …
Read More »West Ham vs Bayer Leverkusen Predicted Lineups
Leverkusen fans will need to recover from their weekend hangovers to cheer on their team when they travel to West Ham in the Europa League quarter-final on Thursday. The German side are unbeaten this season and won the Bundesliga for the first time in their history on Sunday. In the first leg of this tie a week ago, Leverkusen defeated …
Read More »Barcelona midfielder was warned to be ‘intelligent’ and ‘careful’ by referee before PSG clash
It is beyond doubt that Barcelona were the better team against Paris Saint-Germain and well-placed to qualify until Ronald Araujo’s sending-off. The Uruguayan’s sanction left the club a man down and brought all hopes crumbling. There is, however, significant debate over the validity of Araujo’s direct red card and whether it was warranted for Bradley Barcola’s blatant dive. More importantly, …
Read More »Valiant Real Madrid Knock Manchester City Out Of Europe On Penalties
After last week’s 3-3 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, not many doubted Manchester City’s chances of beating Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. In addition to being arguably the best team in Europe, Pep Guardiola’s side also had history in their corner. Los Blancos had never managed to win at the Etihad Stadium. On their …
Read More »Roma vs Milan Predicted Lineups
Italian giants Roma and Milan face each other in European competition for the second time in a week in the Europa League quarter-final second-leg clash between the sides on Thursday. A week ago, Roma secured a vital 1-0 away victory at San Siro in the first leg, and the capital club will be hoping to build on that to reach …
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