Kylian Mbappé is set to make his competitive debut for Real Madrid as they take on Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup. Carlo Ancelotti, the Madrid coach, has confirmed that the star forward is available to play in the match, although he has not revealed whether Mbappé will start or not. The 25-year-old French international
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The PFA Men’s Player of the Year shortlist for the 2023-24 season has been revealed, and it comes as no surprise that Manchester City players feature heavily. Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Rodri, key figures in City’s successful campaign, lead the pack. Haaland, who secured his second consecutive Golden Boot with 27 league goals, showcased
Manchester United recently made waves in the football world by completing the signings of Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich. This move has been met with excitement and anticipation from fans and experts alike as the Premier League club continues to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season. Impressive Deals The combined
In a surprising turn of events, U.S.-born Mexico international Julián Araujo has made a big move from Barcelona to Premier League side Bournemouth in a transfer deal worth €10 million ($10.9m). Araujo, at just 22 years old, never got the chance to make a competitive appearance for Barcelona after joining from LA Galaxy in 2023.
After Barcelona’s recent 3-0 defeat to AS Monaco, coach Hansi Flick emphasized the importance of learning from the mistakes made in the match. Despite the disappointing result, Flick believes that it is better to face setbacks during the preseason rather than when the LaLiga season kicks off. Flick stressed the need for thorough analysis of
West Ham United made a bold move by signing Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United for a reported £15 million. Wan-Bissaka expressed his excitement about joining the London club, emphasizing how being back in his hometown holds special significance for him. His familiarity with the city and the prospect of playing there again have clearly played
Fiorentina is reportedly interested in acquiring United States midfielder Weston McKennie from Juventus. McKennie, who was excluded from Juventus’ squad for a preseason match against Brest on Aug. 3, is now on Fiorentina’s radar. The new Juventus manager, Thiago Motta, made it clear post-match that McKennie, along with Wojciech Szczesny and Federico Chiesa, are available
Inter Milan recently announced that Lautaro Martínez, the talented striker, has signed a new long-term contract that secures his stay at the club until June 2029. This commitment comes after a series of discussions between his representatives and club executives, ultimately leading to the decision to extend his contract that was set to expire in
NBA star Kevin Durant has recently made headlines by becoming a new minority shareholder of Paris Saint-Germain, the three-time defending Ligue 1 champions. Durant, who recently won a gold medal with Team USA at the 2024 Olympics, invested a substantial amount of his own money through Arctos Sports Partners, an American investment fund. This move
LAFC’s head coach, Steven Cherundolo, has confirmed that French striker Olivier Giroud will be making his debut for the MLS team in the Leagues Cup match against the San Jose Earthquakes. Despite signing Giroud on a free transfer in April, he only officially joined the team in August after his participation in the European Championship
Julián Álvarez, the talented Argentina international, has officially made the switch from Manchester City to Atlético Madrid. The Spanish club confirmed this exciting transfer, revealing that City will receive a whopping £82 million ($104m) for Álvarez. This deal not only represents a record sale for City but also showcases a strong return on investment for
Reports have emerged stating that Vinícius Júnior, the talented player from Real Madrid, is being targeted by the Saudi Pro League. This comes as a surprise to many, as the 24-year-old Brazilian has been instrumental in Madrid’s recent successes, including a Champions League and LaLiga double. Vinícius is even being touted as a frontrunner for
One of the standout nominees for the men’s 2023-24 PFA Young Player of the Year award is Chelsea’s very own Cole Palmer. At just 22 years old, Palmer made a significant impact in his first season at the club by scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists. His impressive goal involvements have set him apart
The recent news that two Polish referees, Bartosz Frankowski and Tomasz Musial, will not be officiating the Champions League game between Dynamo Kyiv and Rangers has caused quite a stir. The Polish FA (PZPN) announced that they are investigating reports of improper behavior by the referees, leading to their removal from the match. Frankowski, who