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
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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.
Girona forward Artem Dovbyk has secured the position of LaLiga’s top scorer with an impressive total of 24 goals. His closest competitor, Villarreal striker Alexander Sørloth, fell short by just one goal, finishing the season with 23 goals. Sørloth had a final opportunity to match Dovbyk’s tally during Villarreal’s last game against Osasuna but was
In a surprising turn of events, Burnley and Bayern Munich have reportedly reached a deal in principle for the appointment of Vincent Kompany as their new manager. The Belgian, age 38, is poised to sign a three-year contract at the iconic Allianz Arena, stepping into the shoes of Thomas Tuchel. This agreement comes after extensive
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has gracefully accepted the club’s decision to sack him, despite expressing a desire for his departure to unfold under different circumstances. Following a conversation with Barça president Joan Laporta, Xavi was informed that he would not be continuing beyond the final game of the season against Sevilla. Sources have indicated that
André Onana, Manchester United’s goalkeeper, has expressed that winning the FA Cup would not be sufficient to rescue the season for the club. Despite the struggles and disappointments throughout the campaign, securing the FA Cup trophy and earning a spot in the Europa League would not be the ultimate measure of success in Onana’s eyes.
American businessman John Textor has recently expressed his intention to sell his stake in Crystal Palace, a club he currently owns 45% of through his company Eagle Football Holdings. Textor is known to have a keen interest in the Premier League and has also mentioned a desire to potentially purchase Everton, one of the league’s
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
After Kylian Mbappé’s departure from Paris Saint-Germain, coach Luis Enrique has emphasized the need for the squad and newly acquired players to step up their game. Despite Mbappé’s remarkable contribution to the team, Enrique believes that it is only a matter of time before PSG secures their first Champions League title. In the wake of
Inter Miami CF manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino recently made the decision to rest star players Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and Sergio Busquets for the game against the Vancouver Whitecaps. This move sparked frustration among fans who were eager to see these players in action. Martino explained that the coaching staff prioritizes the well-being of the
Erik ten Hag, the current manager of Manchester United, has recently revealed that he has already had discussions with the co-owner of the club, Sir Jim Ratcliffe. However, he made it clear that assurances about his position were “not necessary” and that he is fully focused on preparing for the upcoming season. It is interesting