In a surprising turn of events, Premier League clubs’ gross spend of £100 million ($127.7m) on transfers in January fell significantly short of the record-breaking figures seen in previous years. According to new data released by Deloitte, the difference amounted to a staggering £715m lower than the record £815m spent during the 2023 transfer window.
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Inter Miami coach Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino has provided an update on the playing status of Lionel Messi for the upcoming friendly match against a Hong Kong XI. Despite reports of Messi struggling with a hamstring problem, Martino stated that it is “likely” that the Argentine superstar will be able to play in Sunday’s match. Messi,
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has openly expressed his disappointment with the club’s lack of depth in the striker position. With the unfortunate injury to Anthony Martial, Ten Hag finds himself with only Rasmus Højlund as the sole senior striker for the remainder of the season. In a recent interview, Ten Hag revealed that
Manchester United’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Wolves left coach Erik ten Hag with “mixed feelings.” While the win was undoubtedly a massive achievement, the manner in which United nearly threw away a two-goal lead is cause for concern. This article critically analyzes the team’s performance, highlighting both the positives and negatives. In the first half,
The Philadelphia Union recently announced that they have signed Alejandro Bedoya, a veteran midfielder, to a new contract. The agreement also includes an expanded role for Bedoya within the organization as a player development and front office specialist. This news comes as a surprise considering reports last season suggested that the Union were not planning
The highly anticipated Riyadh Season Cup match between Inter Miami and Al Nassr got off to a disappointing start as both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi were absent from the pitch. Ronaldo was ruled out due to a calf injury, a blow to fans who were eager to watch the clash between the two football
Jude Bellingham, the young star of Real Madrid, has revealed the awe-inspiring experience of playing at the renowned Bernabéu stadium. As he reflects upon his first six months with the Spanish giants, Bellingham acknowledges that the Bernabéu makes him “feel like a proper gladiator.” With a prolific record of 18 goals in just 26 games
A22 Sports Management recently took a bold step by publicly sharing a letter addressed to UEFA, urging the organization to halt its anticompetitive behavior. The decision to unveil the letter on social media platform X was prompted by A22’s dissatisfaction with UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin’s mischaracterization of their demands. The letter, sent just a day
The highly anticipated 2024 Leagues Cup tournament is set to kick off on July 26, featuring a thrilling clash between Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF and Tigres, a Mexican powerhouse. In addition, the LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes will face off against Liga MX giant Chivas. This “World-Cup style” competition brings together all 47
Former Celta Vigo player Hugo Mallo is set to face trial after being accused of inappropriately touching a mascot before a game in 2019. This accusation has brought significant attention and cast a shadow over Mallo’s career. In this article, we delve into the details of the allegations, Mallo’s response, and the implications of this
Exciting news for Nottingham Forest fans as sources reveal that American player Giovanni Reyna is expected to arrive on Wednesday to finalize a loan move to the club until the end of the season. The young talent is currently contracted with Borussia Dortmund and has struggled to find playing time this season, prompting his desire
Outgoing Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has recently expressed his feelings about his time at the club, stating that his work has never been sufficiently valued and that it will be “impossible” for his successor to enjoy the job. Despite having a contract until 2025, Xavi, 44, has announced his departure from Barça at the end
Lionel Messi, the renowned Argentine footballer, may find himself unable to participate in Inter Miami’s upcoming match against the New York Red Bulls in March. The Argentina national team, reigning champions of the 2022 World Cup, have recently announced their plans for a two-game tour of China. This tour will serve as warm-up matches before
Colombian midfielder Eduard Atuesta is poised to make a return to Major League Soccer (MLS) side LAFC on loan from Brazilian club Palmeiras, according to sources. After struggling to secure a starting role and being plagued by injury issues at Palmeiras, this move presents a fresh opportunity for the 26-year-old to reignite his career. A