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Last week saw news coming out of Barrack Road surrounding the ‘once in a generation’ ground proposals that PIF, the Reubens, and the Executive Board are currently considering. From the i paper it is understood that ‘the first phase of the feasibility study will now remain private due to commercial sensibilities’ and the project options have been presented to a …

Having called time on his legendary career earlier this week, former Barcelona captain and club legend Andres Iniesta is all set to embark on a new journey as he plans to enter the coaching role. The 40-year-old icon had a touching farewell event on Tuesday during which he gave an emotional speech reminiscing his career while key figures from his …

Gilberto Silva, one of the members of Arsenal’s unbeaten Invincibles team of 2003-04, has said Mikel Arteta and Co. must avoid dropping points against lower-ranked teams this season. Silva believes the Gunners cannot claim the Premier League title without securing maximum points against weaker opponents. For the third consecutive season, Arsenal has begun as one of the favorites to clinch …

Jurgen Klopp is looking forward to “learning” about what is “useful for football” in his new role at Red Bull’s Head of Global Soccer. The legendary German coach confirmed on Wednesday that his first job since leaving the Liverpool dugout will be a new-look role from January 1, overseeing Red Bull’s global network of clubs including RB Leipzig, FC Salzburg …

Marc Casado (21) has emerged as one of Barcelona’s most influential players in the ongoing season, playing an important role in their brilliant start thus far. The La Masia graduate has capitalised on the midfield absences in the Blaugrana squad and has become one of the standout performers in Hansi Flick’s system. Casado’s performances with the first team have not …

Juventus could be without several key players when club football resumes, as they prepare to face Lazio next weekend. The Bianconeri are well aware of how challenging the in-form capital city side will be, and they know they’ll need to give their best to secure a win. They are already missing Francisco Conceição and Gleison Bremer, while Nicolás González and …

Atletico Madrid have sold the naming rights for the Metropolitano to Saudi Arabian airline Riyadh Air. Riyadh Air have been the shirt sponsor for Atletico for over a year but have now increased their investment with the club’s home ground re-named the Riyadh Air Metropolitano until 2033. Riyadh Air are owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, who are also …

Brazil are going through a difficult time under manager Dorival Junior and are in need of inspiration ahead of their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures this month. Following their 1-0 defeat to Paraguay last month, the Selecao will need to get back on track when they face Chile and Peru over the coming week. A change of role for …

Jurgen Klopp will officially return to football on 1 January 2025 in a new role with the Red Bull Group. The German head coach previously managed Mainz, Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool before confirming his departure from Anfield at the conclusion of the 2023/24 campaign. In a video released by the club, Klopp cited a lack of energy as one of …

Cristiano Giuntoli spent many years as an employee of Napoli, where he did remarkable work as their sporting director. The players he signed for the Naples club played a key role in helping them win Serie A in 2023, and many of them continue to form the backbone of the team under Antonio Conte. Though Giuntoli has so far resisted …