A recent announcement by the French liquor company Pernod Ricard regarding a sponsorship deal with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has caused outrage among Marseille fans. The deal involved promoting Pernod Ricard’s global brand, which includes the anise-flavored aperitif pastis. Marseille, the bitter rival of PSG, has a deep-rooted connection with pastis, causing fans to feel betrayed
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Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has highlighted the importance of stability at the club in order to achieve success. Despite his impressive performances for Spain in their Euro 2024 triumph, Cucurella has faced challenges at the club level since his move to Chelsea in a big-money deal from Brighton. Under new coach Enzo Maresca, Cucurella has
Gio Reyna finds himself in a challenging position as the summer transfer window came to a close. While some players were celebrating new deals, Reyna was left feeling disappointed with his lack of playing time. Last season, Reyna only managed a total of 329 minutes in 13 appearances, including a loan spell at Nottingham Forest
The recent performance by Japan in the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was nothing short of dominant. The Samurai Blue opened their Group C campaign with a resounding 7-0 victory over China, showcasing their attacking prowess and technical ability on the field. Led by coach Hajime Moriyasu, Japan’s display
Barcelona midfielder Pedri has praised the impact of new head coach Hansi Flick on the team’s fitness and work ethic. Since Flick took over from Xavi Hernández at the beginning of the season, Barcelona has won their first four games in LaLiga. Pedri attributes this success to a rigorous preseason that has strengthened the team
Valencia forward Rafa Mir was recently released on bail after being arrested in connection with allegations of sexual assault. The incident involved Mir and another footballer, Pablo Jara, who were accused by two women of assaulting them after meeting at a nightclub. The women reported that they went to Mir’s house where he allegedly sexually
The upcoming year of 2025 will see a number of high-profile players facing uncertain futures as their contracts reach their expiration dates. Among these players are some big names whose destinies are yet to be determined. While some stars are currently free agents, such as Keylor Navas, Joel Matip, Adrien Rabiot, Anthony Martial, and Memphis
Clubs across Europe still have their eyes on Crystal Palace attacking midfielder, Eberechi Eze. According to reports from the Daily Mail, a release clause in Eze’s contract could be activated with an offer of £60 million upfront and an additional £8 million in add-ons. This clause is set to become active again at the end
Sports events are always full of surprises, but when animals decide to join in, things can get even more interesting. One such incident occurred in 2024 during a match between the Philadelphia Union and New York City FC at Subaru Park in Philadelphia. A raccoon casually strolled onto the field, causing a brief stoppage in
Reflecting on his decision to leave Manchester United and join Lille, Angel Gomes, aged 24, expressed his motivation to better himself as a player and as a person. Despite leaving his boyhood club, where he had been for six years, Gomes believed that creating a new pathway for himself was essential for his growth. The