Abel Ferreira, the Portuguese coach of Brazilian champions Palmeiras, made a spirited appeal in May to his own club president. “Don’t sell this player!” he pleaded after 17-year-old Estêvão had just scored the decisive goal in a cup match. Ferreira, who is also the coach of striker Endrick, praised Estêvão as “different from anything I’ve
Belgium’s recent victory over Romania in the Euro 2024 tournament was a crucial one, but it highlighted a glaring issue within the team – their lack of efficiency in front of goal. Despite securing a 2-0 win, Domenico Tedesco, the team’s manager, expressed dissatisfaction with their inability to convert a majority of their chances. This
Chelsea is reportedly targeting Lille striker Jonathan David as they look to bolster their attacking options. The 24-year-old has been on the Blues’ radar, with talks reportedly underway between the clubs. David’s contract is set to expire soon, and Lille may be open to selling him for the right price. The forward’s impressive goal-scoring record
Real Madrid captain, Nacho Fernandez, has made the surprising decision to sign with Al Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League, according to a source close to the player. Despite being in talks with Al Ittihad, another Saudi club, Nacho ultimately chose Al Qadsiah after being presented with a compelling offer. At 34 years old, Nacho
Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, is still a force to be reckoned with on the pitch, even at the age of 39. However, his recent performance at Euro 2024 raises concerns about his ability to make a significant impact on his national team. During a match against Turkey, Ronaldo was the focus of several
Amid mounting criticism of their Euro 2024 performances, Jarrod Bowen has insisted that the England squad is staying calm and focused on their upcoming matches. Despite topping the group after beating Serbia and drawing with Denmark, the team has faced backlash from pundits and fans for their underwhelming displays. Former England captains Gary Lineker and
Juventus is on the verge of finalizing a deal with Aston Villa for the transfer of Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz. The transfer fee is reported to be in the region of £43 million ($54m), indicating Juventus’ seriousness in acquiring the talented player. Exchange Deal with Aston Villa In addition to the deal for Douglas Luiz,
Scotland’s soccer team has become synonymous with heartbreak and missed opportunities when it comes to major international tournaments. Despite boasting some of the greatest players of their time, such as Denis Law, Kenny Dalglish, and Graeme Souness, Scotland has consistently failed to make a significant impact on the global stage. The story of Scotland’s woes
Bayern Munich is reportedly feeling more and more confident in their pursuit to sign Michael Olise from Crystal Palace. Sources close to the situation have informed ESPN about Bayern’s growing optimism in securing the 22-year-old midfielder. Despite Crystal Palace’s reluctance to part ways with Olise, they understand his desire to advance his career. This led
Ukraine’s thrilling comeback against Slovakia not only kept their hopes alive in the tournament but also showcased their resilience as a team. The stunning strike by Roman Yaremchuk in the 80th minute sealed the win, marking the fourth comeback victory of Euro 2024. This win highlighted Ukraine’s growth in performance, as they have now secured