New York City officials recently gave the green light to a groundbreaking plan for the construction of a state-of-the-art 25,000-seat stadium for Major League Soccer’s New York City FC. The stadium, which is expected to open its doors in 2027, will be located next to the New York Mets’ stadium, Citi Field. This ambitious $780
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Premier League clubs have taken a significant step by agreeing in principle to introduce new financial rules starting next season. The clubs have voted to move forward with squad cost ratio rules, which will replace the current Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR). This decision marks a crucial shift in how clubs manage their finances and
The Premier League is gearing up to implement semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) for the upcoming 2024-25 season after conducting rigorous testing and analysis for over a year. This cutting-edge technology is set to revolutionize the way offside decisions are made in football, promising quicker and more consistent outcomes for fans, players, and coaches. Benefits and
Sheffield United has been hit with a two-point deduction at the beginning of the next season in the English Football League for defaulting on payments to other clubs. Additionally, the club has been given a further two points suspended, which will be activated if they fail to meet payment obligations in the future. This financial
AS Roma defender Gianluca Mancini has recently found himself in hot water after being fined €5,000 euros for waving a flag with a giant rat at the end of their clash with Lazio in Serie A on Saturday. Despite the fine, Mancini managed to avoid a ban for his actions on the field. The Italian
The clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Barcelona at the Parc des Princes was not just a game of football, but a battle of tactics between two contrasting coaches. Luis Enrique, the PSG boss, came into the match with a pre-match press conference dig at Xavi Hernandez, his Barça counterpart. However, it was Xavi who
The MLS board of governors recently approved significant changes to the league’s roster rules. These changes aim to provide teams with more flexibility in constructing their rosters, ultimately enhancing the competitiveness and quality of play in the league. The modifications include relaxing restrictions on designated players and under-22 initiative signings, increasing the number of contract
Following their Copa del Rey win in Seville, Athletic Club players engaged in an impromptu street party, leading to an inquiry by the police in Bilbao. While the official celebrations are scheduled for Thursday, the spontaneous event raised concerns over public safety laws and the players’ conduct. On Tuesday, several Athletic Club players, including captain
The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has been the center of attention across Europe, sparking controversy in almost every match it intervenes in – even in high-stakes Champions League fixtures. One such instance occurred during the quarterfinal clash between Arsenal and Bayern Munich, where three major incidents raised eyebrows. The first incident involved Bukayo Saka going
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has downplayed his team’s chances of being considered favorites to reach the Champions League semifinals despite their thrilling 3-3 draw at Real Madrid in the first leg. Foden, after his crucial goal in the match, shrugged off the favorites tag when asked about the edge in the return leg. He
Several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea and Arsenal, are keeping a close eye on Brentford striker Ivan Toney. With his valuation currently set at around £40 million, there is expected to be a lot of interest in the 28-year-old forward. Despite previous reports suggesting a much higher price tag, it seems that the new figure
Rodri, the Spanish midfielder for Manchester City, has humbly admitted that the demanding schedule in the pursuit of major trophies has taken a toll on him. Despite his impressive streak of 66 games without defeat for club and country, he acknowledges that there is room for improvement. In light of City’s recent draw with Real
Manchester United’s coaching staff member, Benni McCarthy, is currently facing an uncertain future as his contract is set to expire in the summer. McCarthy, who joined the team as part of Erik ten Hag’s coaching staff in July 2022, is highly regarded among players and staff. However, sources have revealed that the club has not
Phil Foden has come a long way since his debut as a 17-year-old at Manchester City. Despite initial doubts and limited playing time, Pep Guardiola’s patience and vision for the young midfielder have finally paid off. Guardiola always knew that Foden had the potential to be a key player for the team, and his recent