Arsenal and Chelsea are both reportedly interested in signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle, but according to i Sport, the striker has no intention of leaving St. James’ Park and is keen to reaffirm his commitment by signing a new long-term contract with his current club. Newcastle have managed to tie down Anthony Gordon for the long term by agreeing terms …
Read More »Three talking points ahead of Real Madrid vs Barcelona | El Clasico
As Barcelona returned to action after the international break, the emphasis was always on two particular games that highlighted their calendar this month – Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Now having passed the first big test, that too with flying colours, the Catalans stare the next big challenge in the eye whilst on a high. El Clasico is finally here, …
Read More »Juventus makes a January decision on the improving Tiago Djalo
Tiago Djalo’s resurgence at FC Porto is a promising development for both the player and Juventus. After being loaned out by the Bianconeri at the start of the season, following a period where he struggled to find his footing under Thiago Motta, the young defender has gradually established himself as an important player for the Portuguese side. This uptick in …
Read More »Messi salary equals a combined payroll of 22 other MLS teams
Lionel Messi’s transition to MLS with Inter Miami has not only redefined on-field expectations but has also established a new precedent in the league’s payroll landscape. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s salary at Inter Miami now surpasses the total wages of nearly all MLS clubs. It underlines the league’s major financial shift since the Argentine’s arrival. Messi’s signing in 2023 …
Read More »Who Is On The Max Holloway vs Ilia Topuria Undercard?
Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria go head to head at UFC 308 this weekend and we’ve got you covered, with fight times and all the details about the undercard in Abu Dhabi. Max Holloway vs Ilia Topuria Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway lead the way on the UFC 308 card this weekend with the UFC Featherweight Championship belt on the …
Read More »Cristiano Ronaldo out as last-gasp goal rescues his Saudi Pro League side
Al Nassr failed to win for the first time in eight matches on Friday as the Saudi Pro League title hopefuls needed a 95th-minute equaliser to salvage a 3-3 draw in the absence of top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo. Newly-promoted Al Kholood, who had started the evening outside of the relegation zone on goal difference, took a surprise 12th-minute lead against …
Read More »Match day 8: Toon army top attendance table, but gates dip overall
October 25 – Premier League attendance figures took a dip on matchday eight, recording an average stadium capacity usage of 97.33%, the lowest of the season to date. This marks a noticeable 1.3% decline from the previous week. Despite the lower overall average, Newcastle United upheld their impressive attendance streak, reaching 99.84% capacity. The magpies were joined by Manchester United …
Read More »Barcelona defender hopes to emulate Messi-Alves partnership with youngster – ‘Hopefully one day’
Jules Kounde has been one of Hansi Flick’s most-used players this season and has made the right-back position his own against all odds. Slowly adapting to the new role asked of him, the French international is now no less than a seasoned option at right-back and appears set to continue in the new position in the future. So far this …
Read More »Fabio Ravezzani says Motta is trying to appear like a phenomenon
Journalist Fabio Ravezzani has voiced some scepticism about Juventus manager Thiago Motta, suggesting that the coach’s success at the club should not be overstated. While Motta’s managerial rise has been marked by an impressive stint at Bologna, where his achievements earned him the opportunity to manage Juventus, Ravezzani remains critical of the coach’s demeanour and the level of acclaim he’s …
Read More »Defeat in Mbappe lawsuit case to lead to transfer ban?
PSG faces escalating consequences after losing a lawsuit over $59.5m in unpaid wages and bonuses to Kylian Mbappe. The French star, who left PSG for Real Madrid in the recent transfer window, is owed these funds according to the Ligue de Football Professionnel’s (LFP) recent ruling. This decision, handed down by the LFP’s joint appeal committee, requires PSG to settle …
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