A soccer agent, Saif Rubie, is currently on trial in a London court over an email he sent to Marina Granovskaia, a senior director at Chelsea Football Club. The email in question demanded a large commission for the transfer of a player, Kurt Zouma, from Chelsea to West Ham. Rubie’s email hinted at a previous
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LaLiga president Javier Tebas has expressed his desire to bring competitive games to the United States as soon as the 2025-26 season. This move would not only expand LaLiga’s global reach but also strengthen its position in the North American market, which is the second-biggest market for the league after Spain. Tebas had initially planned
Xavi Hernández, the renowned former Spanish international footballer turned coach, has made a significant decision that has garnered attention in the football world. After initially announcing his intention to step down as the coach of Barcelona at the end of the season due to mental fatigue, Xavi has now reversed this decision. Sources have confirmed
Manchester United’s clash against Sheffield United at Old Trafford was a true rollercoaster ride for both the team and their under-pressure manager, Erik ten Hag. The match saw the Premier League’s bottom side take the lead not once, but twice, much to the dismay of the United fans. However, the team showed resilience and fought
The San Jose Earthquakes have made a significant move by signing Argentine attacking midfielder Hernan Lopez to a designated player contract. Sources have confirmed that the club paid a record transfer fee of approximately $6 million, which could potentially rise to $7 million if certain incentives are met. This transfer fee surpasses the previous club
The recent fixture changes in LaLiga have inadvertently impacted the European aspirations of various clubs, particularly Real Madrid. The Spanish league’s decision to reschedule matches in order to accommodate Madrid’s preparation for their Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich has raised concerns about the fairness of such adjustments. Madrid’s desire to play on Friday to
Real Madrid’s head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, recently expressed his support for Xavi Hernández’s choice to remain as Barcelona’s manager until the end of his contract in 2025. Despite initially announcing his departure, Xavi’s decision to stay has been deemed as the “correct decision” by Ancelotti. The Italian coach commended Xavi for his work at Barcelona,
Xavi Hernández has recently decided to backtrack on his initial plan to step down as head coach of Barcelona at the end of the season. This decision came after defeats to Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid dashed the team’s hopes of winning any silverware this season. Despite his previous announcement to leave, Xavi now claims
The recent confirmation of a sponsorship deal between FIFA and Saudi Arabia’s state oil firm Aramco has sparked much debate and controversy. This move further strengthens the already existing ties between the two entities, especially since Saudi Arabia was announced as the host of the 2034 Men’s World Cup. The deal, set to expire in
Barcelona’s midfielder, Frenkie de Jong, is facing yet another setback as he will miss the last six games of the season due to an ankle injury sustained in the recent Clásico defeat against Real Madrid. This is the third time this season that the 26-year-old has suffered from an ankle injury, adding to his previous
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández’s future at the club remains uncertain as he has yet to make a definitive decision about his tenure. Despite announcing his intention to step down at the end of the season, there is now a growing pressure for him to reconsider his decision. The club’s president, Joan Laporta, vice president Rafa
Chelsea’s top scorer, Cole Palmer, may not be available for the upcoming clash against Arsenal due to illness. Manager Mauricio Pochettino expressed his concerns during a news conference, indicating that Palmer’s participation is doubtful. This could pose a significant challenge for Chelsea as they aim to secure a vital victory in the Premier League. Palmer,
According to sources close to the situation, Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed a strong preference to return to the Premier League this summer, despite interest from Barcelona. Tuchel, who is set to leave Bayern at the end of the season, has caught the eye of Barcelona as a potential candidate to take over
The recent Clásico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid has sparked a debate in the football world. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has called for the match to be replayed if it is proven that a VAR error led to Lamine Yamal’s goal not being awarded at the Bernabéu. The crucial moment came when Yamal’s effort