In recent years, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s stock has fallen, but there are signs that the Gabonese striker is enjoying something of an Indian summer as he enters the latter stages of his career. After a sensational performance against Olympique Lyonnais, where he scored once and registered two assists, Aubameyang continued his excellent form for Marseille, scoring
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Inter Miami FC has confirmed its participation in the highly anticipated Riyadh Season Cup, putting an end to previous reports suggesting otherwise. The announcement comes after Saudi Arabian officials initially revealed the event on November 21. Inter Miami has now disclosed that it will be facing Al Hilal on January 29 and Al Nassr, Cristiano
Barcelona’s upcoming Champions League group stage fixture against Antwerp in Belgium will see them without eight key first-team players. The decision to rest Robert Lewandowski, Frenkie de Jong, Ilkay Gündogan, and Ronald Araújo comes after the team’s shocking 4-2 defeat against surprise LaLiga leaders Girona. With qualification to the round of 16 already secured, coach
The annual African Football Awards ceremony is set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco, where the continent’s star performers from the past year will be honored. With luminaries such as Samuel Eto’o, Jay-Jay Okocha, and El Hadji Diouf in attendance, the event promises to celebrate the remarkable achievements and outstanding performances witnessed in African football
In less than six months FIFA will, at long last, award hosting rights to the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Now that South Africa has withdrawn from the field of bidders, just three potential hosts remain. On Dec. 8, joint bids from the United States and Mexico; Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands; and a solo effort
In the world of football, it is increasingly rare to witness a breakout season occurring at the age of 22. However, Bryan Zaragoza has defied expectations, going from a bit-part player in Spain’s second-tier Granada to signing for Bayern Munich for a whopping €15 million in just six months. This meteoric rise has taken the
In the world of Asian football, 2002 will forever be etched in history as the year the FIFA World Cup took place on the continent. Co-hosted by Japan and South Korea, this watershed moment not only showcased the prowess of the Asian teams but also paved the way for their players to make a mark
Being a national team coach is no easy task. It requires dedication, analysis, and a deep understanding of the players and the country they represent. Sylvinho, the Brazilian coach in charge of the Albania national team, knows this all too well. This article delves into a day in his life, showcasing the challenges and responsibilities
The draw ceremony for the European Championship was marred by a rather unexpected disturbance on Saturday. As team names were being announced on stage, a series of bizarre moaning noises filled the air, capturing everyone’s attention. The interruption, which resembled sexual sounds, persisted for several minutes, causing both confusion and amusement among the audience. The
The anticipation is growing as Euro 2024 draws near, promising football fans an extraordinary month-long tournament filled with thrilling matches, unexpected upsets, and some of the world’s top football talent. In this article, we will delve into the fixtures, venues, and the knockout bracket, providing fans with a comprehensive guide to this highly anticipated event.
Euro 2024, one of the most highly anticipated football tournaments, is just around the corner. With the opening match on June 14 and the final on July 14, fans all around the world are eagerly awaiting the start of the championship. But before the games begin, let’s take a closer look at how the finals
Euro 2024 is just around the corner, and with the qualification group stage complete, we now have a clear picture of which players will not be participating in the tournament. A total of 21 nations failed to make it through the qualifiers, meaning that some prominent players will be denied the chance to represent their
Qatar Airways has secured a renewed sponsorship deal with FIFA, allowing them to be the official airline sponsor for the FIFA men’s World Cup in both 2026 and 2030. This partnership will cover the North American tournament in 2026 and the subsequent tournament expected to be held in Europe, Africa, and South America in 2030.
Italy, the defending European champions, had their fans on the edge of their seats as they struggled to secure a spot in Euro 2024. With only one successful qualification out of their past four attempts, the possibility of not qualifying for the tournament was a nightmare scenario that no Azzurri fan wanted to face. Although