Barcelona’s 3-1 victory over Napoli in the Champions League Round of 16 wasn’t just a win, it was a historic night. The Blaugrana etched their name in the competition’s record books by becoming the first team ever to start two players under 18 years old in a knockout stage match. Teenagers Lamine Yamal (16 years, […]
Granit Xhaka, a former Arsenal midfielder who recently joined Bayer Leverkusen, has given his former club a strong vote of confidence in the Premier League title race. Praising Mikel Arteta’s team for their recent run of form (eight wins in a row), Xhaka acknowledged their near miss last season but expressed hope for their title […]
Following a dramatic penalty shootout defeat that sent Arsenal through to the Champions League quarterfinals, Porto manager Sérgio Conceição made a serious accusation against his counterpart, Mikel Arteta. Porto, trailing 1-0 on aggregate after the first leg, conceded an equalizer to Leandro Trossard before halftime at the Emirates. The match remained deadlocked through extra time, […]
In a dramatic penalty shootout victory on Tuesday night, Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals! Following a 1-0 first-leg deficit to FC Porto, Leandro Trossard’s first-half goal in the return leg brought the Gunners level on aggregate. Unable to find a winner in extra time, the tie went to penalties, where David […]
Celta Vigo let go of manager Rafa Benitez after a disappointing spell that lasted less than a year. His departure follows Celta Vigo’s heavy defeat to Real Madrid and leaves them precariously close to the relegation zone in La Liga. Despite his experience with renowned clubs, Benitez managed just five wins in his 28 league […]
Manchester City’s Akanji Fires Back at Alexander-Arnold’s Trophy Talk Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has responded to recent comments by Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, who suggested Liverpool’s trophies hold more weight with fans than City’s treble-winning season last year. Akanji, a key member of City’s historic treble-winning squad, took issue with Alexander-Arnold’s remarks. Speaking through Yahoo […]
Manchester United Bounce Back with 2-0 Win Over Everton Manchester United returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford on Saturday. Goals from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford in the first half secured three crucial points for Erik ten Hag’s side. Early Lead and Penalty […]
Despite Al-Nassr’s exit from the Asian Champions League on Monday after a penalty shootout defeat, Cristiano Ronaldo remained positive. The team, down by three goals on aggregate after the first leg, mounted a comeback that included a crucial 118th-minute penalty by Ronaldo himself. Though he was the only Al-Nassr player to score in the shootout, […]
Manchester United’s FA Cup Hopes Get a Lift with Mount’s Return Manchester United received a significant boost for their upcoming FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool this Sunday. On Tuesday, the Red Devils confirmed via their social media that attacking midfielder Mason Mount has rejoined team training ahead of the crucial clash. “Good news, Reds: Mason […]
Barcelona’s manager Xavi Hernandez sets his sights on Napoli’s Lobotka. Ahead of their crucial Champions League second leg clash, Xavi singled out Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka during a press conference. Praising Lobotka’s ball-retention skills and build-up play, Xavi openly expressed his admiration: “I like him a lot… I would like to see him in a […]