Twitter, now called X, is still arguably the best place to get breaking transfer news online. Prominent users like Fabrizio Romano will post about “done deals” there long before the reports make the back pages of a newspaper. In February 2024, however, Romano and others seemed to spend a lot of time reporting on boardroom …
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba was hit with a bombshell after it was confirmed that he had been hit by a four-year ban for doping by Italy’s national anti-doping organization. This stems from the suspension that he received earlier in the 2023/24 season after testing positive for testosterone – a banned substance that improves an athlete’s …
Kobbie Mainoo has become the talk of the town among Manchester United as he enjoys a brilliant breakthrough season at Old Trafford. He has almost become the saviour after a disastrous start to the campaign, bringing composure and efficiency back into the team and being responsible for their unbeaten run in 2024 so far. Mainoo …
The Premier League race has heated up, and how. Liverpool finds their lead increasingly challenged by both Manchester City and Arsenal. What was once a clear advantage for Liverpool has now turned into a thrilling three-way battle, setting the stage for an exhilarating campaign right up to the season’s conclusion. Occupying the second place in …
After nearly a month, we have finally concluded the 34th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024, and we couldn’t have asked for a more worthy final game. A second-half dramatic comeback crowned Côte d’Ivoire as the African champions, defeating Nigeria with a 2-1 score. It was a fairy tale scene to lift the third continental …
West Ham United hosted 3rd place Arsenal on match day 24 of the English Premier League, in a display that might put David Moyes’ nightmarish stint at Manchester United to shame. Even though David Moyes’s side seemed more or less comfortable in defending against the Gunners for the initial half-an-hour, a headed opener by Saliba in …
Mauricio Pochettino is facing intense pressure of being sacked as Chelsea manager after two heavy losses in the Premier League and it seems that his biggest admirer or one time, Rory Jennings, has now become a passionate hater. Jennings has been quite vocal on the appointment of the Argentine gaffer and his entire reign as …
Phil Foden scored his first Manchester City hattrick to blow away Brentford, but it was his new ‘gun celebration’ that left a nasty feeling in the mouths of watchers. The Englishman produced a sensational performance to help the Cityzens come from being a goal down to get a big win and position themselves strongly in …
Rasmus Hojlund has all the attributes to be a long-term success story at Manchester United, including an admirable height and towering persona that can make him a nice fit to the Premier League. Now, the Danish international is also well-built enough to have a solid future as a centre-forward. Hojlund stands at a respectable 6’3’’ …
FIFA president Gianni Infantino made the exciting revelation that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held at the Metlife Stadium, New Jersey on 19 July, 2026. Even though there are still well over two years to go for the competition and most teams haven’t even qualified, the hype is being built up for what …
The European Super League (ESL) project was announced in April 2021 and was initially designed to rival UEFA’s Champions League. However, the initiative took a nosedive as it swiftly crumbled under the weight of disapproval from fans, national governments, and domestic leagues. The original 2021 Super League concept faced backlash for its ‘closed’ design, where …
Erik ten Hag is having a lot of trouble in bringing utmost discipline to his Manchester United squad amid pressure on him to produce definitive results or be replaced as their manager. The Dutchman has endured a difficult campaign in which the Red Devils were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League group stages and …
Jurgen Klopp sent shockwaves through the entire Liverpool fanbase with the unexpected revelation of his departure at the end of the season. However, he still has quite a few tasks to accomplish at the club. After a nine-year tenure, Klopp’s primary goal is to leave the Merseyside club in the right manner. Not only does …
Mikel Arteta has completely transformed the Arsenal squad and how. Last season, not only did Arsenal miss the league title by a whisker, but they also qualified for the UEFA Champions League after 7 years. This season, they have been in impressive form competing in a three-way race for the trophy with Manchester City and …
Newcastle United have seen their 2023/24 season derailed slightly – having won just one of their five games and fallen far behind the Premier League top-4 race. It now seems a LONG time ago that Eddie Howe’s side was celebrating a win over Paris Saint-Germain in return to the UEFA Champions League after a two-decade …
Gary Neville, the former Manchester United right-back, is known for his prowess on the football field and his diverse off-field ventures. However, fans are now scratching their heads as the 48-year-old adds another feather to his cap – a DJ set at this year’s Kendal Calling festival. In a lineup featuring heavyweights like Noel Gallagher’s …
For football fans, January is not only looked forward to as the start of a new year but also signals the onset of the winter transfer window – the soap opera of football. All leagues around the world have this one-month window of opportunity to strategically maneuver and secure the missing pieces for their ambitions. …