As the January transfer window approaches, one move that could send shock waves through the football world is Kylian Mbappé’s potential transfer to Real Madrid. The 24-year-old’s contract with Paris Saint-Germain expires in the summer, and there are no indications that he will extend his stay. While Mbappé reportedly wants to join Real Madrid, he
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The highly anticipated judgment from the European Court of Justice regarding the European Super League (ESL) clubs’ clash with UEFA and FIFA has finally arrived. The Super League, backed by A22 Sports, argued that UEFA’s prohibition of the breakaway competition and its subsequent punishments for the participating clubs constituted an illegal monopoly under European competition
The recent ruling by the European Court of Justice challenging UEFA’s prohibition of the Super League has left the footballing world divided. While Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Atletico Madrid have reaffirmed their commitment to UEFA, A22 Sports, the backers of the Super League, have proposed a new 64-team European club competition. However, the proposals
The European Super League has been met with controversy since its inception, and the updated proposals put forth by A22 Sports only add fuel to the fire. The plans outline a replacement for the UEFA Champions League and Women’s Champions League, but they fail to consider the consequences for European football as a whole. This
Europe’s top court has made a significant ruling that exposes UEFA’s abuse of its dominant position in European football. The case brought forward by the Super League project and its backers, A22 Sports, argued that UEFA’s prohibition of the competition and its threatened punishments were in violation of European competition law. In a major boost
The holiday season is upon us, and football clubs have once again stocked their online stores with a wide variety of Christmas-inspired knitwear. In previous years, many clubs opted for cheap and cheerful designs, but this year, they have stepped up their game with some genuinely stylish offerings. From tributes to stadiums and cities to
Bayern Munich fans have a reason to celebrate as veteran forward Thomas Müller has agreed to a contract extension, ensuring his stay with the club until the end of the 2024-2025 season. The 34-year-old, who has been a part of Bayern since the age of 10, expressed his delight at continuing his journey with the
Donny van de Beek, the Dutch midfielder who has struggled to make an impact at Manchester United, has been granted permission to undergo a medical as he prepares for a loan move to Eintracht Frankfurt. This move comes after van de Beek found himself surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, failing to break into the
Each week, we are treated to exceptional performances from some of the most talented football players in Europe’s top five leagues. These players are recognized and celebrated for their remarkable skills, influence, and impact on the game. Using the unique WhoScored ratings system, we have identified the top performers from the last round of action.
The New York Red Bulls have made a significant move in signing Sweden midfielder Emil Forsberg from sister club RB Leipzig. This transfer not only demonstrates the Red Bull philosophy of high-intensity and attacking soccer, but it also highlights the power of their multi-club eco system. Forsberg, 32, has signed a three-year contract through 2026,
German soccer fans have made a powerful statement by staging a mass protest against an investment deal in the Bundesliga. The league’s plan to sell a stake of future broadcast revenues to an outside investor has been met with strong opposition from dedicated fan groups across the country. In a display of their unhappiness, fans
In a momentary ray of hope, Union Berlin’s fans dared to dream during their final Champions League group stage game against Real Madrid. Czech midfielder Alex Král scored a late equalizer, igniting the hopes of the 70,000 fans in attendance. Unfortunately, Dani Ceballos shattered Union’s dreams with a last-minute goal, leaving the Berlin-based team empty-handed
In a shocking revelation, FIFA has disclosed that clubs in England and Saudi Arabia have contributed to a staggering $888 million worth of spending on player agents in international transfer deals this year. This exorbitant figure has set a new record, attracting significant attention and raising concerns within the football community. Encouragingly, FIFA recognizes the
FC Cologne, a prominent Bundesliga club, has recently found themselves in hot water for their use of pyrotechnics during a home game against Borussia Monchengladbach in October. The German Football Association (DFB) filed a criminal complaint regarding the incident, leading to a hefty fine of €595,000 ($641,529) being imposed on the club. This article explores