The selection of Frenkie de Jong and Memphis Depay in the final 26-man squad for the European Championship is a risky move by Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman. Both players have been struggling with injuries, raising doubts about their fitness for the tournament. Despite this, Koeman has decided to take a chance on them in his
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Kieran McKenna, the 38-year-old manager, is reportedly set to continue his journey with Ipswich Town despite interest from top clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Brighton. This decision comes after talks about extending his contract with Ipswich as they gear up for their return to the Premier League after almost two decades. A source revealed
Unai Emery, the 52-year-old Spanish manager, has recently signed a five-year contract extension with Aston Villa, securing his position at the club until 2029. This announcement comes after an impressive season for Villa, where they finished fourth in the Premier League, earning a spot in the Champions League for the first time in nearly four
A recent legal battle has unfolded in the world of football, as a Spanish judge has ordered FIFA and UEFA to cease their opposition to the European Super League (ESL). The judge, Sofía Gil García, found that the football ruling bodies were engaging in anticompetitive behavior and abusing their dominant position. This ruling signifies a
Jude Bellingham, the young talent from Real Madrid, is gearing up for the Champions League final against his former club Borussia Dortmund with a strong determination to make his dreams come true. Despite his young age of 20, Bellingham has already showcased his skills by scoring 19 league goals in his debut season with Madrid,
Chelsea have made a move to approach Leicester City for permission to speak to manager Enzo Maresca, sources have revealed to ESPN. The Italian manager has been identified as the preferred candidate to replace Mauricio Pochettino at Stamford Bridge. Enzo Maresca, at the age of 44, led Leicester City to promotion back to the Premier
Atlético Madrid recently announced their decision to return to using the club’s 1947 crest starting from July 1. This move comes after facing widespread criticism and dissatisfaction with the modernised emblem that was introduced in 2017. The Rojiblancos’ attempt to bring a fresh look to their badge did not sit well with the majority of
Spain’s national team manager, Luis de la Fuente, has announced a 29-man squad for the upcoming European Championship in Germany. The squad is led by teenagers Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí, showcasing a youthful approach to the tournament. However, with three players set to be cut before the first game against Croatia on June 15,
As Real Madrid gears up for their final clash with Borussia Dortmund at Wembley, coach Carlo Ancelotti has emphasized that his team is fully immersed in “Champions League mode.” Ancelotti, a seasoned veteran in European football, understands the significance of this moment and the pressure that comes with it. With nine Champions League finals under
After leading Barcelona to a 2-1 victory over Sevilla in his final match as coach, Xavi Hernández expressed his belief that his work has not been appropriately recognized. Despite improving the team’s position from ninth to second in the LaLiga standings upon his arrival, Xavi feels that the challenges faced during his tenure have not
The Championship playoff final on Sunday saw Southampton emerge victorious with a 1-0 win over Leeds United. This victory secured their promotion back to the Premier League. Head coach Russell Martin was full of praise for his team’s performance and expressed his emotions by stating that the achievement would have him “crying my eyes out.”
Real Madrid fans and teammates bid farewell to Toni Kroos on Saturday as the midfielder played his final game at the Santiago Bernabeu before retiring from football this summer. The emotional moment was marked by Kroos’ announcement earlier in the week of his decision to retire, making the game against Real Betis even more poignant.
Bruno Fernandes has expressed his desire to stay at Manchester United despite a frustrating season for the club. He emphasized that playing at Old Trafford has always been his ultimate dream and he does not want to leave the club. Fernandes highlighted the importance of aligning his expectations with the club’s ambitions in order to
Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana has publicly praised his former coach, Erik ten Hag, amidst growing doubts about the manager’s future at the club. Despite the intense scrutiny surrounding ten Hag due to United’s disappointing season, Onana commended the 54-year-old as a quality coach. The goalkeeper acknowledged ten Hag’s tactical prowess and described him as