In a legends game between Manchester United and Celtic at Old Trafford, Wayne Rooney showed that he still has the magic touch. Rooney scored a spectacular right-footed free kick that flew into the top corner of the net, proving that he is still capable of producing moments of brilliance on the field. After the game,
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The transfer of Max Kilman from Wolverhampton Wanderers to West Ham United for a reported sum of £40 million was not just a big move for the player and the clubs involved, but also for non-league side Maidenhead United. This move highlighted the potential benefits of including future transfer clauses in player contracts. Maidenhead United
Chelsea’s majority shareholder Clearlake Capital has made it clear that they are not interested in selling their stake amidst rumors of a power struggle within the club. Reports of a possible buyout between the shareholders have been debunked, with sources close to the ownership stating that Clearlake’s primary focus is on providing long-term stability at
Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne recently expressed his concerns about the impact of a crammed calendar on players’ health and performance. He specifically mentioned the added fixtures in both club and international competitions, highlighting the challenges that players face due to the expanded European club competitions and the upcoming men’s 32-team
Jack Grealish’s return to Manchester City after being snubbed from England’s Euro 2024 squad was met with encouragement from Pep Guardiola. The manager emphasized the need for Grealish to use the rejection as fuel to improve and prove himself once more. This setback may serve as the catalyst for Grealish to reach new heights in
Conor Gallagher, the ex-Chelsea midfielder, recently spoke about his departure from the club during the summer transfer window. Despite the tumultuous exit, Gallagher only had positive things to say about his time at Chelsea. He mentioned that he has special memories from his boyhood club and feels fortunate that his dream came true while playing
United States women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes has shed light on the stark reality that women managers still face immense barriers when it comes to breaking into men’s football. Despite her own remarkable success in women’s football, Hayes acknowledges that the lack of representation of women in leadership positions in men’s teams is
One of the most discussed players with an expiring contract in 2025 is Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian forward has been a standout performer for Liverpool, with an impressive record of 214 goals and 92 assists from 352 games. However, after the win over Manchester United, Salah hinted that this could be his final season with
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has emphasized the importance of stability within the club in order to achieve success. Despite his stellar performance for Spain during their Euro 2024 victory, Cucurella has faced challenges at the club level since his move to Chelsea from Brighton for a hefty fee of €65 million ($72.2m). Cucurella expressed his
Reports from the Daily Mail suggest that Crystal Palace’s attacking midfielder, Eberechi Eze, could be on the move next year with a reported release clause of £68 million. Despite interest from clubs like Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United, Palace are keen on retaining Eze but the release clause remains untouched. Eze’s performance, including
The Premier League recently gave the green light to Chelsea’s sale of two hotels, totaling £76.5 million, to a sister company. This sale was a strategic move by the club to comply with the division’s profit and sustainability rules. The deal, which took place between Chelsea FC Holdings Ltd and BlueCo 22 Properties Ltd, both
Reports from ESPN indicate that Galatasaray is contemplating a move for Manchester United’s midfielder, Casemiro. The Turkish club is actively seeking to strengthen their midfield line-up and have reportedly included the Brazilian player in their list of potential targets. Casemiro’s future at Old Trafford has come into question after a disappointing performance in a recent
The summer 2024 transfer window closed with a clear indication that the Premier League clubs have significantly reduced their spending. According to Transfermarkt, the net spend for Premier League clubs this summer was approximately £629.8 million, a significant drop from the £1.070 billion spent in 2023. This decline in spending is the lowest since the
Leicester City recently won an appeal against a decision that could have resulted in a points deduction for an alleged breach of Premier League Profitability and Sustainability (PSR) rules. The club, which returned to the Premier League after winning the Championship last season, appealed on the grounds that the independent commission ruling on the case