Bernardeschi's renaissance points to a similar trajectory for Toronto, whose game Saturday night at home against worst-to-first Cincinnati squad could accelerate it.
Although Paris Saint-Germain fell short of reaching the UEFA Champions League final, the capital club did have a memorable moment in the quarterfinals with their come-from-behind result against FC Barcelona.
England coach Gareth Southgate insists he won't pigeonhole Phil Foden into one position at the Euros. Southgate says he plans to hand the Manchester City star freedom in midfield.
Mauricio Pochettino is keen to hear from Manchester United. The Argentine is a free agent after leaving Chelsea by mutual consent on Tuesday. Pochettino had guided Chelsea to a sixth place and Europa League qualification, but a difference in opinion on several issues saw him and Chelsea's owners agree to part ways.
Robin van Persie is convinced Arne Slot can be a success with Liverpool. Having just been named coach of Heerenveen, Van Persie worked with Slot at Feyenoord.
Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini is unsure about his future after winning the Europa League final. La Dea thumped Bayer 3-0 in Dublin last night. Gasperini said: "I have taken some criticism, at times we are a little exposed, but the game is worth the candle, because I want to see my teams always attacking.
Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini enjoyed a couple of digs at rivals as he celebrated winning the Europa League last night. The first target for the veteran coach was former club Inter Milan.
Davide Zappcosta is floating after helping Atalanta win the Europa League final last night. The 3-0 win against Bayer Leverkusen marks a second Europa League title for Zappacosta, who also lifted the trophy as a Chelsea player.
Manchester City returned to training yesterday ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester United. The clash at Wembley will be City’s final game of the 23/24 season.
Luka Modric is set to sign a new contract with Real Madrid. The veteran midfielder, 38, is set to be handed a new 12 month contract. Real have acted after Toni Kroos announced his retirement this week.
Javier Aguirre will leave Real Mallorca at the end of the season. The Mexican has guided Mallorca to Primera safety over the past week. However, in a meeting with Mallorca supremo Pablo Ortells yesterday, Aguirre was informed his contract would not be renewed, says TMW.
Milan and Stuttgart had a summit on Wednesday to discuss Serhou Guirassy and more. The striker has a low release clause. The Rossoneri tested the waters about whether his team is open to negotiating the payment structure and the deal in general, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed (via Mediaset).
Roberto De Zerbi and Brighton agreed to part ways in recent days, but the coach remains under contract for the team. His deal lasts until 2026. The fact that he stepped down made him a candidate for several openings.
Wednesday’s Europa League final should’ve been part of continental history as Atalanta were supposed to bow down against new Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen.
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has revealed that there is a deadline to sign Timo Werner. The winger is on loan from RB Leipzig since January, while Spurs have an option to buy him within the agreement.
Chelsea are confident of conducting a thorough but quick process to find a new manager. The Blues parted company with head coach Mauricio Pochettino this week.
Mauricio Pochettino left Chelsea on Tuesday after only one season in charge but it has already been briefed – presumably from the Argentinian’s camp – that he is interested in talking to Manchester United if they decide to sack Erik ten Hag this summer.
Aaron Ramsdale has been linked with a move to Chelsea after losing his first-team place at Arsenal. The Englishman was an undisputed first choice at the Emirates until the Gunners signed David Raya at the beginning of this season.
Europa League fever is taking hold in Dublin tonight. Atalanta lead Xabi Alonso’s yet-to-be-beaten Bayern Leverkusen side. More interestingly, the game kicked off after Manchester United legend John O’Shea presented the trophy as part of the opening ceremony.
Angel Reese may have just begun her professional career, but she is already getting involved on the ownership side of things.
Manchester City clinched a historic fourth consecutive Premier League title Sunday, continuing a dynasty that has seen them win six of the last seven English top flight titles. But all good things come to an end, and there are signs City is approaching that inevitable conclusion. So who is waiting in the wings to claim the throne?
Manchester United have been given a slight boost ahead of the FA Cup final with trio Mason Mount, Anthony Martial and Victor Lindelof returning to first-team training this week.
Arsenal has been linked with a move for Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso as the Gunners make plans to strengthen their squad. Cambiaso has been a standout performer for the Italians this season, even though they have been underwhelming for much of the campaign.
Arsenal are on the hunt for a new backup goalkeeper, with Feyenoord’s Justin Bijlow emerging as a top candidate according to John Cross of The Mirror. As Mikel Arteta plans for the summer transfer window, the Dutchman’s potential move to North London could be pivotal for the Gunners’ squad depth.
Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. Over the next few weeks, we will be looking at the transfers, sackings, appointments, and more that almost happened in football, changing the game we all know and love.
After the Premier League season ended last Sunday with Manchester City creating history, there is one more game left in City’s 23/24 season. The FA Cup final against Manchester United will be Pep Guardiola’s sides last game of a successful 23/24 campaign.
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