The German champions, Bayer Leverkusen, are gearing up to defend their Bundesliga title as they kick off the new season against local rivals Borussia Monchengladbach on August 23rd. Leverkusen, led by Xabi Alonso, had an impressive unbeaten domestic streak last season, becoming the first team to win the Bundesliga title without losing a game. One
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Manchester United has officially confirmed that Erik ten Hag has extended his contract with the club, which will now run until 2026. This decision comes after United triggered a one-year option, solidifying ten Hag’s position as the first-team manager. The club expressed their satisfaction with the agreement, emphasizing the progress and success achieved under ten
The upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal between Germany and Spain is not just any ordinary clash. It represents a meeting of two footballing titans who have evolved over the years to embrace possession-based styles of play. This transformation is no mere coincidence. Looking back to the Euro 2008 final, where Germany and Spain faced off, one
The recent shaky performances of England’s national team at Euro 2024 have left many fans and media outlets criticizing manager Gareth Southgate for his team selection and tactics. However, midfielder Phil Foden believes that the blame should be placed on the players themselves. Foden expressed his sympathy for Southgate, stating that it is time for
The upcoming Fourth of July Trafico between the LA Galaxy and LAFC is expected to bring a final-like atmosphere at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Both teams are currently level with 40 points, with LAFC technically leading due to a superior goal differential. This matchup is not just a regular game; it could
Portugal’s left-back Nuno Mendes is eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to play against France’s star forward and his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal. Mendes, 22, had the chance to share the dressing room with Mbappé during their time at PSG before the French striker made his move
In a surprising turn of events, Manchester United has made the decision to reduce nearly a quarter of its workforce in order to save money. This decision was communicated to staff members in a meeting led by interim CEO Jean-Claude Blanc, leaving many employees shocked. With new INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe at the helm,
Authorities in Frankfurt, Germany, are currently investigating a disturbing video that emerged of a fan being subjected to physical violence by Euro 2024 security personnel during Portugal’s match against Slovenia. The clip depicts security staff detaining two individuals in a concrete tunnel, with one person being pinned to the ground while others surround them. Shockingly,
Despite recent cases of England players facing racial abuse after missing penalties, Ivan Toney remains undeterred in his determination to step up if required at Euro 2024. The discrimination faced by Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford, and Jadon Sancho following the Euro 2020 final shootout loss against Italy has sparked outrage and condemnation. However, Toney, with
Bayern Munich has reached an agreement in principle to sign midfielder João Palhinha from Fulham in a deal worth up to €56 million ($60.4m). This transfer represents a club-record sale for Fulham, with €51m paid up front and an additional €5m in add-ons. The 28-year-old Palhinha is expected to sign a four-year deal with the