Lionel Messi, the Argentine football sensation, has made it clear that age will not dictate when he chooses to retire from the sport. Despite being 36 years old, Messi believes that his performance on the field and his contribution to the team’s success will be the ultimate factors in deciding when to hang up his
Soccer
Manchester City fans can breathe a sigh of relief as sources have indicated that Kevin De Bruyne is on track to be fit for the upcoming Premier League clash with Arsenal. After missing the FA Cup quarterfinal and Belgium’s friendly matches due to a groin injury, De Bruyne has returned to training with the Under-23s.
Richarlison, the Brazilian and Tottenham forward, recently opened up about his battle with depression following the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Despite finishing as Brazil’s leading scorer in the tournament, Richarlison revealed that he was plagued by troubling thoughts and was on the brink of giving up. He admitted to seeking psychological help after the
Kalvin Phillips, once hailed as England’s Player of the Year in 2021, now finds himself facing a stark decline in his career. The midfielder’s troubles can be traced back to his ill-fated move from Leeds United to Manchester City for a hefty sum of £43 million in 2022. His time at the Etihad Stadium was
The recent qualification of Ukraine for the Euro 2024 soccer finals has brought a glimmer of hope to a country that has been enduring the hardships of conflict with Russia. Despite the ongoing war and the heavy toll it has taken on both sides, the success of the national team in securing a fourth successive
Manchester United is reportedly interested in Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Gary O’Neil for a role in their potential new coaching setup at Old Trafford, according to sources. The club’s football operations are now under the ownership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos group, with a new regime led by Ineos director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford
The case of Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi allegedly racially abusing Napoli’s Juan Jesus has sparked controversy in the football world. Despite Juan Jesus accusing Acerbi of directing a racial slur at him, Acerbi has vehemently denied using any offensive language. The Italian football federation prosecutor conducted an investigation, questioning both players and witnesses. However,
The recent resolution of the month-long lockout of MLS referees signals a positive development in the labor dispute between the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) and the Professional Referee Organization (PRO). According to sources, the PSRA has voted to ratify a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with PRO, bringing an end to the standoff. With
The Columbus Crew’s recent 2-0 away loss did not deter their position as one of the top teams in the league. Despite the defeat, the team’s overall performance and track record of success kept them near the top of the Power Rankings. This resilience in the face of adversity showcases the strength and potential of
The recent news of former Brazil footballer Dani Alves being released from prison after posting a bail payment of €1 million raises serious questions about the efficiency and fairness of the legal system. Alves was sentenced to 4½ years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub. Despite the seriousness of the
Austria made history with Christoph Baumgartner’s lightning-fast goal against Slovakia, scoring just six seconds into the game. Although this goal has set a new record for Austrian national team, it raises the question of how it compares to the fastest goals in other leagues and competitions around the world. In the Premier League, the fastest
Wales right-back Connor Roberts shared an interesting superstition before the playoff final against Poland. He stated that he has never lost a game at club level while sporting a mustache. This unbeaten run began last season with Burnley as the team achieved promotion from the Championship and continues now with Leeds, who currently lead the
Despite his impressive record of 13 Premier League winners’ medals, Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has been excluded from the 15-player shortlist for the 2024 Premier League Hall of Fame nominations. This exclusion comes in light of the legal issues Giggs faced, including charges of coercive or controlling behaviour against his former partner and assault
Iceland striker Albert Gudmundsson has been making headlines with his impressive performances at Genoa, scoring 10 goals in Serie A this season. Additionally, he scored a hat trick in the European Championship play-offs, helping Iceland secure a 4-1 victory over Israel. This success has not gone unnoticed, drawing interest from top clubs in Italy and