Inter Miami CF assistant coach Javier Morales has confirmed that Argentine forward Lionel Messi is expected to feature in the upcoming match against Sporting Kansas City on Saturday. Despite playing the full 90 minutes in their recent Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series, Miami was ultimately eliminated from the competition. However, Morales expressed optimism about Messi’s
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is facing a major challenge as his team battles injuries and fatigue during a crucial part of the season. In a recent news conference, Guardiola expressed his concerns about the current state of his squad, admitting that they are in “big, big trouble.” The team’s chase for a second straight
Leicester City’s recent run-in with the Premier League over alleged spending rule violations has caused quite a stir in English football. However, despite the seriousness of the accusations, the English Football League (EFL) has clarified that Leicester cannot face any point deductions in the Championship, should they be found guilty. This revelation comes as a
Mikel Arteta recently spoke about his touchline behavior and how he believes his ban against Aston Villa in December may have prompted a change in his behavior. The Arsenal manager was forced to watch from the stands after receiving multiple yellow cards earlier in the season. He confessed that the experience of being banned was
Barcelona’s recent revival in LaLiga and the Champions League has been attributed to the decision made by coach Xavi Hernández to step down in the summer. Since Xavi announced his departure in January, Barcelona has gone unbeaten in 12 matches, climbing to second place in the league and advancing to the Champions League quarterfinals for
Carlo Ancelotti has issued a warning to those who have been quick to criticize Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, and Jude Bellingham following their recent Champions League performances. Despite a lackluster showing in their respective games, Ancelotti believes that these young superstars deserve more credit and should not be written off based on one match alone.
The streets of Bilbao were flooded with hundreds of thousands of fans on Thursday to partake in the celebration of Athletic Club’s Copa del Rey victory. This significant win, achieved after a penalty shootout against Mallorca, marked the club’s first major trophy in 40 years. Traditionally, Athletic Club celebrates their triumphs by cruising down the
New York City officials recently gave the green light to a groundbreaking plan for the construction of a state-of-the-art 25,000-seat stadium for Major League Soccer’s New York City FC. The stadium, which is expected to open its doors in 2027, will be located next to the New York Mets’ stadium, Citi Field. This ambitious $780
Premier League clubs have taken a significant step by agreeing in principle to introduce new financial rules starting next season. The clubs have voted to move forward with squad cost ratio rules, which will replace the current Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR). This decision marks a crucial shift in how clubs manage their finances and
The recent Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series saw Inter Miami CF facing off against CF Monterrey, where they were eliminated by a 5-2 aggregate score. Head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino didn’t hold back in criticizing Major League Soccer roster rules for hindering the team’s ability to compete “at the same level as Liga MX.” Martino
The MLS board of governors recently approved significant changes to the league’s roster rules. These changes aim to provide teams with more flexibility in constructing their rosters, ultimately enhancing the competitiveness and quality of play in the league. The modifications include relaxing restrictions on designated players and under-22 initiative signings, increasing the number of contract
Following their Copa del Rey win in Seville, Athletic Club players engaged in an impromptu street party, leading to an inquiry by the police in Bilbao. While the official celebrations are scheduled for Thursday, the spontaneous event raised concerns over public safety laws and the players’ conduct. On Tuesday, several Athletic Club players, including captain
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has downplayed his team’s chances of being considered favorites to reach the Champions League semifinals despite their thrilling 3-3 draw at Real Madrid in the first leg. Foden, after his crucial goal in the match, shrugged off the favorites tag when asked about the edge in the return leg. He
AS Roma defender Gianluca Mancini has recently found himself in hot water after being fined €5,000 euros for waving a flag with a giant rat at the end of their clash with Lazio in Serie A on Saturday. Despite the fine, Mancini managed to avoid a ban for his actions on the field. The Italian