Barcelona keeper suffers a tough time as Lionel Messi runs riot in training Fans can finally heave a sigh of relief as footballing action looks set to resume across the European leagues. After the successful relaunch of the Bundesliga, other leagues look to follow in its footsteps. Spain’s La Liga, notably, seems to be returning …
With his contract expiring next June, there is still no official word on whether Bukayo Saka will extend his contract with Arsenal. Deputizing for the injured Kieran Tierney and Kolasinac, the Arsenal academy graduate has registered three goals and nine assists in all competitions this season. With many clubs across Europe tracking the 18-year-old’s contract …
Even as Leeds United made the surprise move to resume training today, fans were clamoring over the social media post of one man – Pablo Hernandez. The Spanish journeyman, formerly a part of La Liga sides Valencia and Getafe, joined the Peacocks on a six month loan deal in 2016. The move was soon made …
Jordan Henderson leaves cheeky comment on a post sharing Michael Ballack’s recent comments on Virgil van Dijk While near-universally considered as one of the best defenders in the world at the moment, Virgil van Dijk attracted criticism from Michael Ballack recently. Ballack was an undisputed midfield legend for Germany and Reds’ rivals Chelsea, where he …
USMNT star Sergino Dest is fast emerging as one of the hot prospects in the world of football currently. Dest broke into the scene in the 18/19 season, displaying a string of impressive performances throughout the Eerste Divisie season with Ajax. Consequently, Ajax promoted him into the first team, and since then, he has featured …
The suspension of football has proved to be a blessing in disguise for the injured footballers. They have been able to recover away from the glaring eye of the media while not missing any matches. But, with football returning, some of them have returned to individual training, in view of reclaiming their spot in the …
The Bundesliga was the first of the ‘big 5’ leagues to resume action after the pandemic-induced suspension. Naturally, a two month suspension of football has meant that the players are still feeling their way back to regular football. Hence, uncharacteristic errors might be commonplace on the pitch over the next few weeks. Kerem Demirbay would …
The Bundesliga title race is heating up with Dortmund and Bayern separated by just a point, although Bayern still have a game in hand. Dortmund went two wins from two in post-pandemic football, after beating Wolfsburg 2-0 on Saturday. However, it was Jadon Sancho’s introduction in the 65th minute that ensured Dortmund went away with …
With the resumption of the Premier League almost upon us, you can’t help but be excited about the return of your favourite players. Getting match-fit is going to be an uphill battle for these players as Premier League looks to resume its services in June. Clubs have returned to non-contact training, and it is expected …
The absence of football for almost two months has bothered a lot of us. Thankfully for the fans, things are indeed starting to settle down as Premier League clubs have now resumed training ahead of a possible return to action in June. Although not quite the way we’re used to, having football back in our …
Over ninety thousand seats in Barcelona’s famous Camp Nou stadium will sing chants of pure silence as La Liga prepares to resume its services in June, behind closed doors. After about two months of absence amid the pandemic, the Spanish government has given the green light for footballing action to resume in the country as …
SPFL have finally announced their decision to conclude the Scottish Premiership season. The standings have been determined by points per game in league matches played to March 13 by each club. Although some controversies marred the initial proposal, the SPFL decided to go through with it after a board meeting held recently. The Hoops, however, …
The Revierderby between Borussia Dortmund and Schalke marked the return of football last week. And the match did not disappoint. New arrivals Erling Haaland, Thorgan Hazard, and Julian Brandt all contributed with goals and assists as Dortmund took the match by the scruff of the neck and won 4-0. It was fitting that the first …
Liverpool have not looked back ever since the arrival of Jurgen Klopp at the club. The Reds witnessed a meteoric rise in their stature with the German in charge, from being in and out of the top six in the Premier League to Champions League winners. With his mastermind planning and tactical genius, Klopp has …
The prospect of Hakim Ziyech’s arrival has already sent waves of excitement among the Blues as Chelsea left their fanbase flattered with the announcement of Moroccan’s signing back in February. The 27-year-old is a creative genius in the attacking third. In his four seasons with Ajax, Ziyech produced 49 goals and 83 assists in 165 …
Hakim Ziyech is a massive signing for Chelsea. It was about time the club grabbed some quality from the market after serving their summer transfer ban, and the Moroccan is just the player Chelsea fanbase were hoping for. He took the world by storm with his stellar performances in Eredivisie and, most notably, in the …
The arrival of Marcelo Bielsa has boosted Leeds United and seen the Lily-Whites drastically improve on the pitch. They managed to blow a huge lead at the top of the Championship last season and failed to gain promotion. But that setback laid the foundation for this season and once again, Bielsa’s Leeds have been a …