After a first-round German Cup weekend featuring many exciting games, but ultimately a historic low in terms of actual surprises, the Bundesliga kicks off on Friday, August 22, with champions Bayern Munich taking on RB Leipzig. The league lost several of its star players over the summer, as the English Premier League clubs in particular, flexed their considerable … [Read more…]
Chelsea’s season-opening 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace laid bare one crucial truth: with Levi Colwill sidelined by an ACL injury, Tosin Adarabioyo also out with an injury, Wesley Fofana regularly injury-prone, Josh Acheampong still raw, and Trevoh Chalobah already showing fitness fragility, security at the back is non-negotiable. It was glaringly obvious in the season … [Read more…]
In the Serie A last season, Turin side Juventus finished fourth, while Napoli won the title. This final league position is one that many sides would be satisfied with. However, for a side of Juventus’ stature, this finish constitutes a season of instability for the side, coupled with recent financial troubles, which would like to … [Read more…]
This season has provided more questions than answers regarding what his future will hold, whether he remains in the MLS, takes time off, or heads back to Europe in hopes of finding better competition. Inter Miami planned on securing their superstar earlier in the season as they want Messi to be around next year when … [Read more…]
Some footballers are more than just athletes; they can transcend their team and sport and make an everlasting impact on the supporters of their team. An athlete like Son Heung-min has not become a fan favorite for Tottenham supporters, but soccer fans across the globe. His loyalty to a struggling club, no matter how bad … [Read more…]
Cole Palmer is the blue-eyed boy of English football at the moment. The 23-year-old Chelsea player has scored 50 goals in 141 matches in his club career so far, with 43 in 97 appearances for Chelsea. Palmer has emerged as the best No. 10 in English football, even keeping in mind Jude Bellingham of Real … [Read more…]
In the ever-evolving world of football, sponsorship deals, particularly front-of-shirt sponsorships, have become a key revenue source for clubs. Recently, the Premier League made headlines with a new ban on gambling companies featuring their logos on the front of team shirts, starting in the 2026/27 season. But are Irish football clubs subject to the same … [Read more…]
Tottenham have signed Portuguese maestro Joao Palhinha, with the midfielder joining the club on loan initially with an option to buy for €30 million, but what will he bring to Thomas Frank’s side? Joao Palhinha’s Career The 30-year-old Portugal international has gained a wealth of experience throughout his career, appearing for the likes of Sporting … [Read more…]
Once again, Manchester United have been somewhat busy in the transfer market, securing the signings of Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha in a bid to revive their chances of competing seriously in the Premier League, and the newest name rumoured in the media is Benjamin Šeško. After an abysmal finish last season, the club knows … [Read more…]
Alejandro Garnacho is still a very young man. At 21, Garnacho has already spent three full seasons with Manchester United. As an academy product of United, the Argentine should ideally be heading towards a long stay at Old Trafford, but it is unlikely to be the case, given the current situation. Chelsea have already expressed … [Read more…]