Liverpool host Champions League debutants Bologna in what will be Arne Slot’s first European game at Anfield. Slot’s side will be hoping to continue their strong start to the new-look competition following a 3-1 win over another Italian side in Milan on matchday one. The game will also mark Liverpool’s 250th in the Champions League and European Cup, and will …
Read More »Ederson and Wharton on Man City list of potential Rodri replacements
Manchester City have recently been linked with Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, to fill the void in the team left by the injury expected to rule Rodri out for the rest of the season. However, Caught Offside now report that Atalanta’s Ederson and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton are also high on their list. Rodri is widely regarded as the best defensive …
Read More »Barcelona star thanks fans for their support after first home appearance in over a year
Last night against Young Boys, Ansu Fati played his first home game for FC Barcelona after a period of over 13 months. Indeed, the 21-year-old forward’s last appearance in a home match for the Blaugrana came way back on August 20, in a 2-0 win over Cadiz, when he came on as a substitute for the last twenty minutes or …
Read More »Anderlecht look for back to back Europa League wins
Real Sociedad and Anderlecht face off in the Europa League at the Reale Arena, with both sides seeking to continue their European campaigns with a strong showing. Real Sociedad will look to build on their recent domestic success, while Anderlecht hope to secure back-to-back wins in the group stage. Real Sociedad Recent Form Real Sociedad have struggled in recent weeks, …
Read More »Xavier Jacobelli admits Juventus is still a work in progress but they are on a good path
To many, Juventus has exceeded expectations at the start of the season under Thiago Motta. The manager was appointed as a replacement for Max Allegri this summer, and Juventus has been performing well under his leadership. Given that Motta’s style of play is very different from Allegri’s, fans and observers initially anticipated his team might struggle to adapt to the …
Read More »Pochettino names USMNT squad for Panama, Mexico friendlies
On Wednesday, Mauricio Pochettino named his squad for the upcoming USMNT games against Panama and Mexico. The Argentine coach stressed the importance of finding the team’s balance as he opened the door for future call-ups to those who didn’t make his first roster. First opportunity to meet with players After an underwhelming pair of games under the interim manager Mikey …
Read More »Patriots’ center David Andrews needs shoulder surgery and will miss the remainder of the season
After a surprise win vs. the Bengals in Week 1, the New England Patriots have lost three straight games. In the last two weeks, their opponents have outscored them 54-16. That includes a 24-3 loss in Week 3 to the Jets. The Patriots lost 30-13 on the road in Week 4 to the San Francisco 49ers. During that game, starting …
Read More »Postecoglou calls on Carsley to recall Maddison and Solanke for England
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has been impressed with James Maddison so far this season. The former Leicester man struggled through the last part of last term after suffering an injury and as a result was left out of the England squad for Euro 2024. But this season, he has scored once and assisted twice so far and is the ticking …
Read More »Szczesny addresses his role at Barcelona and Inaki Pena competition – ‘There are no guarantees’
After a week filled with speculations, FC Barcelona finally announced the signing of Wojciech Szczesny earlier today, with the goalkeeper arriving as an emergency replacement for the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen. The 34-year-old shot-stopper was convinced to come out of retirement to join Barcelona and has signed a short-term contract until the end of the current season. Szczesny on whether …
Read More »Two teams looking for first Europa League win this season meet
Two teams seeking their first win in the Europa League this season will meet at the Boras Arena as Swedish side Elfsborg host Roma. While Roma look to improve their away form in Europe, Elfsborg aim to claim their first home victory in a major European competition since 1978. Elfsborg Recent Form Elfsborg head into this fixture with a mixed …
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