Borussia Dortmund are eager to secure Ian Maatsen on a permanent basis following his loan spell with the club. The 22-year-old Dutch defender proved to be a valuable asset to Edin Terzic’s team, especially during their Champions League campaign where he played a crucial role in the knockout matches. With 24 appearances and three goals
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England’s 26-man squad for the European Championship in Germany this summer has been announced, and it has been revealed that James Maddison and Curtis Jones have been omitted from the team. This decision comes after manager Gareth Southgate decided to cut seven players from his initial 33-man squad ahead of UEFA’s deadline. James Maddison, a
England manager Gareth Southgate is gearing up for their friendly match against Iceland, announcing that Brentford striker Ivan Toney will be seeing some playing time. However, Southgate emphasized that his main focus is on getting the team captain, Harry Kane, back into playing form before the European Championship kicks off. Kane, who had been dealing
FIFA and countries bidding to host the 2030 and 2034 World Cups are under scrutiny from human rights organization Amnesty International. Amnesty International has called for binding commitments and legal reforms to prevent human rights violations associated with the tournament. This article will delve into the pressing need for FIFA to address human rights risks
Wolverhampton Wanderers’ recent bid to have VAR removed from the Premier League has faced opposition from the majority of clubs. The proposal to abolish VAR starting from the 2024/25 season would require the approval of fourteen clubs, but sources indicate that there is lack of support for this motion. The clubs that regularly compete in
The anticipation for Euro 2024, the largest sports event in Germany in almost twenty years, does not seem to be as high as expected. A poll conducted for public broadcaster ARD revealed that more than one in four Germans have no interest in the upcoming tournament. This lack of enthusiasm comes as a surprise to
Manchester City, for all its success on the pitch, finds itself shrouded in controversy due to accusations of financial irregularity. Despite securing a record fourth consecutive Premier League title and boasting an impressive tally of six league titles in seven seasons, the club’s achievements are overshadowed by allegations of breaching the league’s financial rules. The
Napoli, coming off a disappointing season in Serie A, have made a bold move by appointing Antonio Conte as their new manager. Conte, known for his tactical acumen and fiery touchline demeanor, has signed a three-year contract with the Italian club. In his first statement as Napoli boss, Conte expressed his enthusiasm for the new
It has been reported that MLS side Charlotte FC is currently engaged in advanced discussions with Fulham and United States defender Tim Ream. Although a deal has not been finalized as of yet, negotiations are ongoing between the two parties. This potential move would bring the 36-year-old veteran player back to the U.S. after his
Barcelona president Joan Laporta recently disclosed that uncertainty regarding Xavi Hernández’s confidence in the current squad influenced the club’s choice to replace him with German coach Hansi Flick. Laporta mentioned that even though Xavi had initially declared his decision to step down at the end of the season, his subsequent change of heart raised questions
Juventus shocked the football world on Monday when they announced the termination of Massimiliano Allegri’s contract by mutual agreement. The 56-year-old coach had been dismissed in May following his behaviour during and after the Coppa Italia final, where Juventus emerged victorious over Atalanta with a 1-0 win. Allegri’s sarcastic applause towards the referee and aggressive
France’s head coach, Thierry Henry, has decided not to include Kylian Mbappé in the preliminary 25-man squad for the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. This decision comes as a surprise to many, especially considering Mbappé’s stature in the world of football and the speculation surrounding his move to Real Madrid. During a news conference,
Manchester City has recently taken a bold step by initiating legal action against the Premier League. The club is challenging the Premier League’s Associated Party Transaction rules (APT), claiming that they are unjust and unlawful. This move has caused quite a stir in the football community as City prepares to defend their stance in a
Kevin De Bruyne, the talented midfielder from Manchester City, has recently expressed his openness to the idea of transferring to the Saudi Pro League (SPL). The primary reason behind this consideration is the significant financial gain that accompanies such a move to the Gulf nation. As De Bruyne’s contract at the Etihad Stadium comes to