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Missing out on the chance to collect another heavyweight scalp on Sunday afternoon, Aston Villa were forced to settle for a 0-0 stalemate against Manchester United. While Villa might have been smelling the chance to make another statement following their iconic Champions League success against Bayern Munich earlier in the week, Sunday’s high-flying hosts failed to find any kind of …

Soccer coverage in the United States has made leaps and bounds recently, but despite the increase in coverage, why are there so few great American soccer studio analysts? Yes, there are plenty of world-class ones on US television. However, most of them are foreign. The ones who are American are fairly decent, but many of them are too reluctant to …

Barcelona and Lionel Messi are set to commemorate a significant milestone in their illustrious history: the club’s 125th anniversary. The event is scheduled for November 29, 2024. It is expected to be a grand occasion that will honor the club’s legacy and its impact on global soccer. While the club had originally hoped to host the celebration at the newly …

Real Madrid is grappling with an escalating injury crisis. Two of their star players, Dani Carvajal and Vinicius, have suffered significant setbacks during the club’s recent victory over Villarreal. The La Liga giants secured a 2-0 win. However, devastating injuries that could have long-term implications for the team marred the triumph. Carvajal‘s injury is particularly severe, with reports confirming that …

Recent reports claiming that RedBird Capital, the owners of AC Milan, were planning to sell a portion of their stake in the club have been denied by the investment firm. Despite ongoing rumors, RedBird remains committed to Milan’s long-term success, while also considering new investment opportunities. The Rossoneri are intent on enhancing their standing on the Italian and European scene. …

Since securing promotion to the Premier League in 2021, Brentford has established itself as a top-flight side. This is largely because of their manager Thomas Frank. The Dane has led the Bees to 13th, 9th, and 16th-placed finishes since entering the Premier League. Unlike the new norm of promoted sides opting for a more expansive style of play, however, Frank …

Roma find themselves at a critical juncture as manager Ivan Juric faces mounting pressure after just four games in charge. Despite initial successes, recent performances have left club owners questioning Juric’s future. This has led to speculations about the possible return of former Roma legend Daniele De Rossi. A possible shakeup like this highlights the club’s desperation to win back …

The iconic Santiago Bernabeu stadium has found itself at the center of a noise controversy. Real Madrid grapples with complaints from local residents and mounting legal issues surrounding the Bernabeu. In an attempt to mitigate the disruption, the club has enacted a series of unconventional solutions. Yet their efforts seem far from resolving the situation. At the heart of the …

Kylian Mbappe’s unexpected return to the pitch in Real Madrid’s match against Villarreal has caused a stir within the French national team, particularly with head coach Didier Deschamps. The forward was recovering from a thigh injury. Thus, Deschamps left him out of France’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Belgium. All this, with the mutual …

For years, Borussia Dortmund built their reputation on identifying elite talent and turning promise into profit. This has been the core of their business model, fueling success on the pitch and financial stability. But the latest transfer window marked a shift in direction—one that could signal the start of a new era, for better or worse. The departure of club …