[ad_1] Apple’s MLS Season Pass could very well soon be available for soccer fans in China. The streaming service is the current home of Major League Soccer here in North America. The top flight previously agreed to a 10-year, $2.5 billion deal to exclusively broadcast all MLS and Leagues Cup games. MLS Season Pass is currently accessible in a plethora …
Read More »Adidas Will Redesign Germany Jersey After Facing Backlash Over No. ’44’
[ad_1] The 2024 European Championship, aka EURO 2024, is just over two months away, and kit manufacturers and competing nations are doing all they can to boost merchandise sales before the event kicks off. All jersey manufacturers, including German sportswear giant Adidas, have released the latest threads sponsored teams will be sporting during the month-long extravaganza in Germany. Unfortunately for …
Read More »Textor puts match-fixing claims that lost Botafogo Serie A title in writing
[ad_1] April 2 – Botafogo owner John Textor has repeated his claim that match-fixing riddled the Brazilian top flight in 2023 that decided the destination of the championship. Both Sao Paulo and Fortaleza have threatened legal action against the American. Textor pointed to two 2023 victories by Palmeiras, the current Brazilian champions he called “unworthy” title holders, claiming that the …
Read More »Barcelona contemplating extension of 21-year-old forward’s loan in Premier League
[ad_1] The upcoming summer transfer window promises to be a hectic one for Barcelona. As the Catalan giants navigate through numerous departures and incoming transfers to strengthen the squad, a pivotal focus will also lie on determining the fate of returning loanees. The likes of Sergino Dest, Julian Araujo, Clement Lenglet, and Ansu Fati will end their loan spells at …
Read More »Romano Explains Why Barcelona Have Dropped Pursuit Of Brazilian Wonder Kid
[ad_1] Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed Barcelona will not be trying to sign Brazilian wonder kid Estevao Willian a.k.a. Messinho in the summer transfer window. The Italian journalist also confirmed Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)’s interest in the 16-year-old. Fabrizio Romano Says Barcelona Do Not Want To Splurge On Chelsea & PSG Target Due to their sub-optimal financial state, …
Read More »Adidas to redesign number 4 on Germany shirt and bans sales of 44 kit umber
[ad_1] April 2 – The German FA and Adidas have withdrawn the sale of customised shirts incorporating the number 44 because of a resemblance to the logo of the Nazi Party’s notorious SS paramilitary units. The new kit, launched ahead of Germany hosting the European Championship in June and July, was first seen in recent friendlies against France and the Netherlands. …
Read More »Barcelona appreciate German coach’s modern approach but not a realistic option right now
[ad_1] The loss against Villarreal late in January hit Barcelona like an absolute bombshell. Not only because they had just eaten five goals at home, in an absolutely bizarrely disheartening way, but also because of the events that followed. Soon after the game, Xavi took to the press conference table for his post-game address and almost immediately announced his decision …
Read More »Manchester City Receive Mega Boost In Hunt For Newcastle United Star
[ad_1] Manchester City’s hopes of signing Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes have received a massive boost after renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano claimed the Magpies could have to sell their talisman to avoid Financial Fair Play (FFP) penalties. Manchester City Want To Bolster Their Midfield With Bruno Guimaraes According to Spanish outlet Diario AS, Pep Guardiola’s side are aiming to improve …
Read More »Li Tie pleads guilty to receiving $10m+ in bribes and fixing matches
[ad_1] April 2 – Li Tie, the former head coach of China’s national men’s team, has pleaded guilty to accepting more than $10 million in bribes. His former boss, the discredited Chinese Football Association chairman Chen Xuyuan, was jailed for life last week for taking bribes worth $11 million. Tie’s trial in central Hubei province took place last Thursday and the …
Read More »Barcelona decide against hiring Hansi Flick due to one major reason – report
[ad_1] Over the past few months, Barcelona have combed through multiple managerial options in their bid to find the ideal replacement for Xavi Hernandez this summer. One of the club’s prominent options was Hansi Flick. The German is currently a free agent and is looking for a new adventure after spells at Bayern Munich and the German national football team. …
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