Juventus recently made headlines by completing the signing of Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa. The Brazilian midfielder, who is currently representing his country at the Copa América, underwent a medical examination and signed a five-year contract with the Italian club. The transfer fee was reportedly set at €50 million ($53.5m), solidifying Luiz’s move to Juventus.
Uruguay, a nation of just 3.5 million people, has managed to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with in international soccer despite having limited resources compared to its rivals. With an impressive record that includes two World Cup titles, 15 Copa América titles, and a rich history dating back to the early 20th
The knockout stages of Euro 2024 kicked off with a bang, as Italy suffered yet another defeat against Switzerland, while the hosts Germany secured a spot in the quarterfinals. Remo Freuler’s goal in the first half and Ruben Vargas’s stunning strike in the second saw Switzerland sail past the defending champions with a 2-0 victory.
Germany’s head coach, Julian Nagelsmann, has been propelled by a stroke of luck during his tenure. This stroke of luck has carried the German team to the quarterfinals of Euro 2024. However, it is evident that mere good fortune won’t suffice to propel the host nation further in the competition. The recent round-of-16 match against
The recent Euro 2024 match between Denmark and Germany has caused quite a stir in the football world, with Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand expressing his frustration over what he called “ridiculous handball rules.” Two controversial VAR decisions within the span of two minutes heavily influenced the outcome of the game, ultimately leading to Germany’s 2-0
Luciano Spalletti, the coach of the Italian national team, faced harsh criticism after their humiliating 2-0 loss to Switzerland in the Euro 2024 round-of-16 match. Many attributed the loss to a lackluster performance by the players, with Spalletti himself providing a list of excuses for their defeat. From blaming the tempo of the game to
Sergiño Dest, the Barcelona and United States right-back, has made a move to Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven on a free transfer. The Catalan club will receive a percentage of any future transfer as part of the deal for Dest, whose contract with Barcelona was set to expire next summer. This transfer comes after Dest spent
The recent incidents involving assistant referee Humberto Panjoj and Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo fainting during a Copa America match between Canada and Peru have brought attention to the health risks associated with playing in extreme heat and humidity. These incidents underscore the need for thorough preparation and vigilance when athletes compete in such conditions, especially
As the Euro 2024 tournament progresses, one player has stood out from the rest and captured the attention of fans and supporters alike. Marc Cucurella, the Chelsea left-back, has become a central figure both on and off the field. His trademark long hair has inspired a cult following among Spain supporters, with groups of fans
Georgia’s coach, Willy Sagnol, is determined to maintain his team’s attacking style as they prepare to face Spain in the Euro 2024 knockout stage. Despite being the lowest-ranked team in the tournament, Georgia has surprised many by making it to this stage for the first time in their history. Sagnol emphasized the importance of not