Former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has vehemently denied any business interests in Saudi Arabia, despite being under investigation for alleged corruption related to moving the Spanish Supercopa to the country. Rubiales refuted claims of owning land for hotel construction and receiving illegal commissions during his time at the helm of the Spanish FA.
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Martin Odegaard’s determination to avoid a late season slump like last year is proving to be instrumental in Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title. With the Gunners reclaiming the top spot after a 2-0 victory over Luton Town, Odegaard’s leadership on and off the pitch is shining through. Impact of Odegaard Arsenal manager, Mikel
Mauricio Pochettino, the manager of Chelsea, recently found himself in the midst of a controversy involving accusations of racism directed towards Conor Gallagher, one of his players. The incident occurred before the game against Burnley when footage emerged online showing Gallagher accidentally ignoring a high-five from a Black mascot after acknowledging a white mascot. This
Recently, reports have surfaced claiming that Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique was insulted by star player Kylian Mbappé after the forward was substituted during a match against Marseille. However, Luis Enrique has vehemently denied these accusations, labeling them as “a lie.” This misunderstanding has caused quite a stir in the football world, with social media
San Diego FC, the latest expansion team in Major League Soccer, is gearing up for a new chapter with the appointment of Carlos Aviña as the club’s first sporting director. Hailing from Mexico, Aviña brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously worked with esteemed clubs such as Club America and AS Monaco.
In the aftermath of Manchester City’s draw with Arsenal, Pep Guardiola found himself under scrutiny for his handling of Jack Grealish. Guardiola’s animated exchange with Grealish on the pitch sparked criticism, with many questioning the manager’s approach of addressing players in such a public manner. However, Guardiola brushed off the criticism with a hint of
Mikel Arteta recently made a statement suggesting that Arsenal may have to set their ego aside in order to secure the Premier League title. Arsenal’s recent match against Manchester City showcased a more disciplined and defensive strategy, resulting in a 0-0 draw. This approach has positioned Arsenal in second place, just two points behind leaders
Recently, LaLiga has brought attention to the ongoing issue of racism and xenophobia within Spanish football. During a match between Sevilla and Getafe, defender Marcos Acuña and coach Quique Sánchez Flores were subjected to hateful language and discriminatory behavior from home fans. The match had to be temporarily stopped in the 68th minute due to
Recently, concerns arose over the design of the No. 4 on Germany’s national team shirts. It was noted that the number ’44’ bore a resemblance to the symbol used by Nazi ‘SS’ units. The German Football Association (DFB) quickly responded to these concerns and announced that they would be changing the design. The DFB stated
Manchester United has made a strategic move by making a formal approach to Southampton for director of football Jason Wilcox, according to a source from ESPN. Wilcox is being considered as the top candidate to fill the role of technical director in the club’s recent recruitment shake-up. This initiative is spearheaded by co-owner Sir Jim
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany expressed his disappointment with the drop in refereeing standards in the Premier League this season. Following a controversial decision that led to him being shown a red card during the match against Chelsea, Kompany highlighted the impact of such mistakes on the team’s performance and the frustration it brings. Despite Burnley’s
Ange Postecoglou’s impact on Tottenham since his arrival has been undeniable. The club has seen a significant improvement in both mood and fortunes under his leadership. Postecoglou has made it clear that the progression of the team should not be solely judged on their position in the table this season. Instead, he has his sights
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has expressed his frustration with the constant interrogation by journalists regarding his decisions about Kylian Mbappé’s playing time. He labeled the line of questioning as “boring” during an interview following his team’s 2-0 victory against Marseille in Le Classique. Despite playing with 10 men for over 50 minutes, the team
After Manchester City’s disappointing 0-0 draw against Arsenal, Pep Guardiola openly admitted that his team is now considered the “third” favourites to win the Premier League title. With Liverpool leading the pack and Arsenal sitting in second place, City finds themselves trailing behind with just nine games remaining. Guardiola described his team as underdogs in