[ad_1] It has been almost two weeks since FC Barcelona began their pre-season training under new manager Hansi Flick. The German tactician has had to make do with a slim first-team squad given the number of international stars having been away for the UEFA Euro 2024 and Copa America. Indeed, Flick has had to work with the likes of Oriol …
Read More »Arteta targets upgrades and improvements
[ad_1] Morning. There are a few bits and pieces going on, starting with some quotes from Mikel Arteta ahead of the game against Bournemouth on Wednesday evening. Having come so close to the title last season, the challenge begins again, and the manager says his team will have to improve in order to become champions, saying: Perfection in this league …
Read More »Barcelona defender’s injury could open the door for veteran star’s registration
[ad_1] Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo underwent surgery on Monday for the hamstring injury he suffered earlier this month while on national team duty with Uruguay at Copa America. Having undergone the operation successfully, Araujo is set to be sidelined for an extended period, said to be close to four months, meaning it is unlikely that the centre-back will play again …
Read More »Kevin De Bruyne going nowhere, says Pep Guardiola
[ad_1] Kevin De Bruyne won’t be leaving Manchester City this summer, according to manager Pep Guardiola. The Belgian has been linked with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad but Guardiola insists the 33-year-old will still be at the Etihad when the new season kicks off next month. Speaking before the club’s first pre-season game, against Celtic in Chapel Hill, North Carolina later …
Read More »Ferencvaros vs New Saints Champions League Prediction
[ad_1] Ferencvaros is set to kick off their Champions League campaign on Tuesday evening, hosting The New Saints (TNS) at the Groupama Arena in the first leg of the second qualifying round. Both teams have been preparing rigorously for this critical encounter, aiming for a spot in the group stage of Europe’s most prestigious club competition. Team Form and Recent …
Read More »Dynamo Kiev vs Partizan Champions League Prediction
[ad_1] Dynamo Kiev and Partizan face off in the first leg of their second-round qualifying match in the Champions League. The game will be held at the NSK Olimpijs’kyj on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Both teams finished second in their respective leagues last season, securing their spots in this crucial qualifier. Dynamo Kiev: Form and Key Players Dynamo Kiev narrowly …
Read More »Barcelona increasingly confident about signing top target, more contacts expected this week
[ad_1] With each passing day, it appears that Athletic Club and Spain winger Nico Williams could be closing in on a transfer to FC Barcelona. As has been reported already, the 22-year-old is the Catalans’ top transfer target this summer, with the club tabling a long-term contract offer last week when Deco met with the player’s agent, Felix Tainta. The …
Read More »FCSB vs Tel Aviv Champions League Qualifying Prediction
[ad_1] The highly anticipated Champions League qualifying clash between FCSB and Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to take place on July 23, 2024, at Arena Nationala in Bucharest. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the next round, making this a crucial match for their European aspirations. FCSB’s Form and Performance FCSB, formerly known as Steaua Bucharest, has …
Read More »Sky Italy: Paul Mitchell approves move as Newcastle return for long-term target
[ad_1] Some interesting claims emerged from Sky Italy last night, who revealed that Newcastle United have ‘returned heavily’ for AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw. Newcastle are long-term admirers of the German, as we revealed in an NUFCBlog exclusive last June, and it sounds like Paul Mitchell is also a big fan, with Sky’s Gianluca Di Marzio stating that Thiaw is …
Read More »Malmo vs KI Champions League Qualifying Prediction
[ad_1] The Champions League qualifying rounds are always filled with excitement and anticipation, and the upcoming clash between Malmo and KI Klaksvik is no exception. This match will take place at the Eleda Stadion, and both teams are keen to advance further in the competition. Here’s a detailed preview, including predictions, team news, and more. Team Form and Performance Malmo’s …
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