The 2024-25 UEFA Champions League fixture list was recently published, revealing a new format that is set to shake things up for participating teams. Unlike previous editions, this season will see all 36 teams placed in one league table, eliminating the traditional group stage format. The draw will determine eight fixtures for each club, with
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Raphinha’s impressive display in Barcelona’s 7-0 win over Real Valladolid showcased his belief in the current squad’s abilities. Despite earlier transfer speculation, Raphinha expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance and highlighted the cohesion and effort displayed by the players. His hat trick demonstrated his individual skill and contribution to the team’s success. The Brazilian forward
Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker, burst onto the scene at Napoli with an impressive display of talent, scoring 26 goals that helped the team secure a Scudetto win two seasons ago. His future seemed bright, and fans had high hopes for his continued success with the club. However, things quickly took a turn for the
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expressed his satisfaction with how the team’s new signing, Kylian Mbappé, is adapting to life at the club. Despite the France captain not finding the net in the first three LaLiga games, Ancelotti praised Mbappé’s performance, highlighting the danger he creates on the pitch. Playing alongside Vinícius Júnior, Mbappé has
Victor Osimhen’s recent exclusion from Napoli’s Serie A squad list has sparked controversy and left many fans wondering about the future of the 25-year-old Nigerian striker. After a proposed move to Chelsea fell through, Fabrizio Romano reports that Osimhen is set to lose his No. 9 shirt number at the club to Romelu Lukaku. The
Chelsea is currently considering loan offers for 19-year-old forward Deivid Washington after rejecting approaches from two English clubs on deadline day. Despite being highly valued by his current club, Washington has only played twice for Chelsea since joining the club last year. Several Portuguese clubs have shown interest in signing him, and a potential one-year
Mason Greenwood once again proved his worth as he scored two goals in quick succession to lead Marseille to a 3-1 victory over Toulouse in the French Ligue 1. His goals came in the 16th and 17th minutes of the match, showcasing his sharpshooting abilities and clinical finishing. With these two goals, Greenwood has now
Bayer Leverkusen suffered a heartbreaking defeat against RB Leipzig, ending their impressive unbeaten run in the Bundesliga. Coach Xabi Alonso expressed a “bitter” feeling after the match, stating that he did not believe his team deserved to lose. This defeat marked the first time Leverkusen had lost to a German opponent since May 2023, breaking
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola recently heaped praise on Erling Haaland, describing him as “unstoppable” following his impressive performance in the game against West Ham. Haaland managed to score a hat trick for the second consecutive game, setting a new record for the most goals through three games of a Premier League season. In the
Al Ahli have finalized a deal worth £40 million ($53m) to bring Ivan Toney from Brentford to their squad, according to sources familiar with the situation. The 28-year-old striker has reportedly agreed to the terms of a lucrative three-year contract and is now preparing to undergo a medical examination in anticipation of the transfer. With
Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling during the summer transfer window. However, the Gunners are hesitant to pay a fee for the 29-year-old player. Despite manager Enzo Maresca not having Sterling in his plans, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is said to admire the winger. The potential move is further complicated by
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed his concerns after his team’s 1-1 draw against Las Palmas, emphasizing the need for a quick improvement. The draw left Madrid four points behind LaLiga leaders Barcelona and Ancelotti was quick to acknowledge the issues his team faced during the game. Ancelotti admitted that the team had a bad
Barcelona recently announced the signing of United States youth international Pedro Soma from Catalan team Cornellà. The 18-year-old midfielder, born in Boca Raton, Florida, to a Brazilian mother and an American father, brings with him a blend of cultural influences. Initially joining Barcelona’s U19 side, Soma has the potential to also feature for the B
Arsenal’s UEFA Champions League journey this season will not be an easy one, as they have been drawn to face the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan. These two powerhouses in European football will provide stern tests for Mikel Arteta’s side as they aim to claim their first top-tier European trophy. The UEFA Champions