Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne recently expressed his concerns about the impact of a crammed calendar on players’ health and performance. He specifically mentioned the added fixtures in both club and international competitions, highlighting the challenges that players face due to the expanded European club competitions and the upcoming men’s 32-team
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Conor Gallagher, the ex-Chelsea midfielder, recently spoke about his departure from the club during the summer transfer window. Despite the tumultuous exit, Gallagher only had positive things to say about his time at Chelsea. He mentioned that he has special memories from his boyhood club and feels fortunate that his dream came true while playing
United States women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes has shed light on the stark reality that women managers still face immense barriers when it comes to breaking into men’s football. Despite her own remarkable success in women’s football, Hayes acknowledges that the lack of representation of women in leadership positions in men’s teams is
The recent allegations of sexual assault against Valencia forward Rafa Mir have sent shockwaves through the football world. The incident involving Mir and his friend Pablo Jara has sparked a police investigation after two women made a complaint against the players. The women reported that they had met Mir and Jara in a nightclub, and
The Premier League recently gave the green light to Chelsea’s sale of two hotels, totaling £76.5 million, to a sister company. This sale was a strategic move by the club to comply with the division’s profit and sustainability rules. The deal, which took place between Chelsea FC Holdings Ltd and BlueCo 22 Properties Ltd, both
UEFA’s decision to incorporate the final standings of the UEFA Nations League to determine seeding for the World Cup qualifying draw has significant implications for participating countries. By combining UNL performance with FIFA World Ranking, England is poised to be seeded in Pot 1, ensuring a favorable draw for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. This
Real Madrid and Brazil forward Vinícius Júnior recently stirred controversy by suggesting that Spain should be stripped of the hosting rights for the 2030 World Cup unless significant progress is made in combating racism within the country. This statement has reignited the debate surrounding racism in sports, particularly in football, and has sparked a discussion
Reports from ESPN indicate that Galatasaray is contemplating a move for Manchester United’s midfielder, Casemiro. The Turkish club is actively seeking to strengthen their midfield line-up and have reportedly included the Brazilian player in their list of potential targets. Casemiro’s future at Old Trafford has come into question after a disappointing performance in a recent
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has emphasized the importance of stability within the club in order to achieve success. Despite his stellar performance for Spain during their Euro 2024 victory, Cucurella has faced challenges at the club level since his move to Chelsea from Brighton for a hefty fee of €65 million ($72.2m). Cucurella expressed his
Galatasaray has confirmed the signing of Victor Osimhen on a season-long loan from Napoli. The Turkish club will pay €6 million ($6.65 million) net for the services of the 25-year-old Nigeria international for the 2024-2025 season. The agreement between the clubs lasts until the end of June, giving Osimhen the opportunity to showcase his talent
Atlanta United FC shocked fans and the soccer world by announcing the immediate removal of Carlos Bocanegra from his position as vice president and technical director. This decision marks the end of an era for the team, as Bocanegra had been an integral part of the executive team since 2015. For nearly a decade, Bocanegra
Angel Gomes recently opened up about his decision to leave Manchester United and join French Ligue 1 side Lille. The 24-year-old midfielder made the move in 2020, and subsequently went on loan to Boavista in Portugal for the 2020-21 season. Gomes’ performances back in France caught the attention of England interim head coach Lee Carsley,
French liquor company Pernod Ricard recently found itself in the midst of a controversy after announcing a new sponsorship deal with Paris Saint-Germain. The deal, which was supposed to be a global partnership, was swiftly scrapped due to protests from Marseille fans. Marseille, being the bitter rival of PSG, felt that the anise-flavored aperitif pastis,
Leicester City recently won an appeal against a decision that could have resulted in a points deduction for an alleged breach of Premier League Profitability and Sustainability (PSR) rules. The club, which returned to the Premier League after winning the Championship last season, appealed on the grounds that the independent commission ruling on the case