On paper, the first men’s semifinal between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at the 2024 French Open was expected to be an absolute blockbuster. In truth, it was a slow burner that struggled to match the intensity and sheer drama of their previous classics.
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi missed out narrowly on the Spain squad for the Euros, as Luis de la Fuente left the 17-year-old out, one of three players cut from the preliminary squad.
With Nicolò Barella undergoing tests, Italy experimented a 3-5-2 formation with Nicolò Fagioli in midfield ahead of Sunday’s friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sky journalist Peppe Di Stefano has claimed that Joshua Zirkzee will be ‘perfect for Milan’ should he make the move from Bologna soon. Speaking whilst on Carlo Pellegatti’s YouTube channel (via Milan News), Di Stefano spoke very highly of Zirkzee and showed that he think Milan are making the right move in pursuing the young Dutchman.
Maurizio Sarri reveals leaving Chelsea after one season was ‘the most fundamental error of my career,’ but homesickness for Italy was just too strong to keep him in England.
Barca Atletic coach Rafael Marquez looked as if he might be on his way out of the club, after Hansi Flick was chosen to replace Xavi Hernandez, despite the Mexican feeling he was ready to make the jump.
Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi is determined to get the contract situation of Denzel Dumfries wrapped up in a timely manner. This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.
France will go into the European Championships in Germany as the favorites to lift the trophy. The European title has eluded them since 2000, when a brilliant French team, captained by Didier Deschamps and coached by Roger Lemerre, beat Italy in the final.
Tottenham Hotspur want to sign Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth this summer and they will have to trigger his release clause in order to get the deal done.
Reuell Walters is one of the youngsters set to depart Arsenal this summer, and he may be headed to Rangers. Several clubs are interested in signing the highly-rated defender, who is leaving because he believes he won’t get the opportunities he needs to play in Arsenal’s senior team.
Juventus could win the race to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, even though he is also on the radar of Barcelona. The Bianconeri have been following him for several months as they look to improve their squad further this summer.
New York City FC announced Friday that homegrown forward Andres Jasson has departed to join Denmark's Aalborg BK. Jasson, 22, tallied three goals and three assists in 59 MLS matches (21 starts) for NYCFC from 2020-24.
Brandon Williams has shared an emotional video and statement after being released by Manchester United. The Reds announced their retained list on Wednesday when it became clear that Williams would not be given a new contract this summer when his current deal expires Williams, 23, leaves Old Trafford as an academy graduate.
Back In September I reported that an Arsenal ‘fan’ had been caught attempting to headbutt Roy Keane after the Gunners 3-1 victory over Man United. I cited it as the latest example of the UK having a serious issue with grown adults thinking that in the confines of a football stadium they can say and act however they wish.
Declan Rice believes the “future is looking bright” for England in terms of competition for places in the centre of midfield. The emergence of Kobbie Mainoo this season means that fans of the Three Lions have a lot to look forward to in the future.
Despite the rumors about other teams swooping in, Milan has always been confident about retaining Francesco Camarda. He has put pen to paper on a new deal until 2027.
The Los Angeles Galaxy transferred homegrown defender Marcus Ferkranus to Australian top-flight side Brisbane Roar FC. The deal, announced late Thursday, becomes effective July 1.
Tottenham Hotspur are intensifying their efforts to secure Brentford striker Ivan Toney as the summer transfer window approaches. According to an exclusive update from Football Transfers, Spurs are preparing a package of personal terms for the prolific forward.
Kieran Tierney is open to returning to Celtic as he faces struggles at the Emirates, with no club showing serious interest in his signature. His recurring injuries and difficulties adapting to an inverted role have hindered his place in the Arsenal first team.
Manchester United are expected to undergo a summer of significant overhaul following Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s takeover of 25% of the club earlier this year.
Leny Yoro could be on his way to the Premier League should an interested party present a tempting offer. The Liverpool-linked defender (Daily Mail via Liverpool.com) is reportedly aware of the Merseysiders’ interest in his services this summer.
One former Arne Slot ally in Feyenoord goalkeeping coach Jyri Nieminen looks set to stay put in Holland this summer. The 36-year-old admitted he had been ‘thinking’ about a switch to Liverpool after his old colleague was offered a job succeeding Jurgen Klopp as the club’s next coach.
Tottenham Hotspur are set to extend defender Joe Rodon’s contract by another season, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2025. Despite not being part of manager Ange Postecoglou’s plans, this strategic move aims to secure a transfer fee for the Welsh international, who is anticipated to leave this summer.
While Manchester City are preparing for this summer’s transfer window it is well known that the club always has an eye on the future. City’s capture of Claudio Echeverri highlights this.
Social media was sent into a minor frenzy as reports circulating from France suggested Liverpool were closing in on Atalanta midfielder Ederson. SportsZone had claimed the Reds were ‘close to reaching an agreement in principle’ with the Brazilian footballer.
Arsenal were as good as they’ve ever been at practically everything last season, but they didn’t win the league. They don’t need to be better next season; they just need to be the best.
As it stands the Premier League has a problem. The consensus is it is Manchester City and the threat their current legal cases with the Premier League poses.
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