[ad_1] It’s emerged tonight that Premier League clubs will hold a vote at their annual general meeting next month on a proposal to abolish VAR from the start of next season. Wolves have submitted a formal proposal to scrap the video assistant refereeing system for the 2024/25 season and their proposal will now be on agenda in the upcoming Premier …
Read More »Op-ed: BNG2027 World Cup bid promises to accelerate development of women’s game
[ad_1] A vote for BNG2027 at Friday’s FIFA Congress is a vote in support of FIFA’s ambition to accelerate and deepen the development of women’s football globally! FIFA’s 211 Member Associations are gathering in Bangkok, Thailand for world football’s governing body’s 74th annual Congress. This Congress will address a number of important matters impacting the future of the game across …
Read More »Three talking points ahead of Almeria vs Barcelona – La Liga
[ad_1] Just 72 hours after their 2-0 win over Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic de Lluis Companys, Barcelona return to action in La Liga for match day 36. Taking the trip down to southeast Spain, Xavi’s men will take on Almeria at Estadio del Mediterraneo on Thursday night in what will be a game between one of the league’s best …
Read More »Aston Villa banking on Champions League qualification to ease revenue pressure
[ad_1] May 15 – Aston Villa will play in the UEFA Champions League next season, as European riches look to heal the club’s precarious financial situation behind the scenes. The Birmingham club’s qualification was confirmed after fifth-placed Spurs surrendered to Manchester City on Tuesday night, making it impossible for them to overtake Unai Emery’s side in the table with one …
Read More »Man City win over Spurs takes Premier League title race to the wire
[ad_1] May 15 – A record fourth consecutive Premier League crown is in Manchester City’s hands after they beat Tottenham 2-0 with two goals by Erling Haaland on Tuesday night. The victory over Spurs means that the title holders enter the last Premier League matchday in the top spot, two points ahead of Arsenal, whilst Ange Postecoglou’s side are condemned …
Read More »How Ange Postecoglou can break the Spurs hoodoo
[ad_1] Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou was left dumbfounded following his team’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday. The coach, however, was not necessarily disappointed by his squad’s performance on the night. After all, Spurs played fairly well in the game, despite the defeat. Postecoglou’s side recorded more possession and more total shots than their opponents. Instead, Postecoglou was …
Read More »UEFA unveil Fan Fest sites for Champions League and Europa League finals
[ad_1] May 15 – UEFA have announced plans for two fan festivals spanning both major UEFA finals in London and Dublin. The Champions League final, which will see Borussia Dortmund attempt to undo their Wembley curse versus 14-time winners Real Madrid, while the Europa League final in Dublin could write history for Bayer Leverkusen if they are able to overcome …
Read More »Juventus wants Man City player who has shone on loan in La Liga
[ad_1] Juventus has been linked with a move for Girona full-back Yan Couto after his impressive season on loan from Manchester City. The 21-year-old was a key figure in the Girona side that secured Champions League football this season. The defender has been on the radar of European clubs since 2020, when he first moved from Brazil to Manchester City. …
Read More »FIFA set early 2026 date for 16-team inaugural Women’s Club World Cup
[ad_1] By Samindra Kunti in Bangkok May 15 – FIFA’s plans for a Women’s Club World Cup, years in the making, are taking shape after the FIFA Council confirmed the inaugural edition of the tournament will take place in 2026 in a 16-team format. The world governing body has been keen on being seen at the forefront of the development …
Read More »Eddie Howe’s brilliant pre-match message ahead of “massive” Man Utd clash
[ad_1] Eddie Howe has back his Newcastle United players to “embrace the pressure” and “be ready” for tonight’s European six-pointer at Old Trafford. Speaking to the press ahead of the match, the Toon boss admits it’s a “massive fixture” in our fight for Europe and promises not to underestimate a Man Utd side who’ve won just one of their last …
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