Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. During the coming days and weeks, we will be looking at some of the homegrown success stories in the sport.
Lazio had to work hard to secure all three points in a tough Serie A clash with relegation candidates Empoli. The Biancocelesti have been in a run of good form since the arrival of Igor Tudor back in March, even his side dropped points in a frustrating 2-2 draw with Monza in their last outing ahead of the clash with the Tuscan side.
Erik ten Hag’s second season in charge of Manchester United is coming to an end the mood could not possibly be lower, with the Reds running the risk of not qualifying for any of the three European competitions up for grabs.
Real Madrid remain on the hunt for the new long-term right-back, given that Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez are both 32 years of age. Over the last couple of years, they have been linked with Chelsea captain Reece James, who would certainly fit the bill to hold the position for many years to come, given that he’s only 24.
Barcelona has had a season without winning a trophy, as they have missed out on the Champions League, Copa Del Rey, and La Liga titles. What went wrong and what positives can they take from this season?
Bayern Munich youth coach Ren Maric is attracting interest from England. Tz says Bayern want to extend Maric's expiring contract. Recently, there was also talk that Maric could be promoted to U23 coach.
You know you’re doing plenty right for your club when the supporters devise a chant in your name, and it’s been very well deserved in Luis Diaz’s case at Liverpool.
Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic is on the shortlist of three Premier League clubs. Bild am Sonntag says three Premier League clubs are interested in the 41-year-old.
Brighton striker Deniz Undav has again stated he wants to stay with loan club VfB Stuttgart. Undav has been outstanding on-loan with Stuttgart this season.
The agent of Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek has ruled out a return to Ajax. Van de Beek is returning United after a disappointing six-month loan with Eitracht Frankfurt.
Do the statistics back up recent controversy around Inter Milan’s matches against Serie A relegation-battlers Frosinone and Sassuolo? In the view of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, there’s a case that they do.
Manchester United will need to generate funds by way of player sales this summer as INEOS look to spearhead a widespread overhaul of the squad this summer.
Even though AC Milan won 5-1 against Cagliari last night there is still a lot of talk about who will be the next head coach, and a report has claimed that the Antonio Conte hypothesis cannot be ruled out.
Gabby Agbonlahor has named one Premier League star who he reckons Liverpool ‘would love’ to sign as a prospective long-term replacement for Mo Salah. Michael Olise has enjoyed a momentous week for Crystal Palace, with three goals and an assist in two games, scoring twice in their 4-0 demolition of Manchester United last Monday.
Sheffield United are reportedly planning to make an £8 million bid for Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson, according to Alan Nixon. The 24-year-old has been a standout Championship goalkeeper helping Sunderland to keep 27 clean sheets in his last two campaigns.
It is safe to say that Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino did not deliver upon his high expectations when appointed by the Blues. The former Paris Saint-Germain manager took charge of the club in May 2023.
Burnley midfielder Sander Berge says relegation is "devastating". Defeat at Tottenham confirmed Burnley will return to the Championship next season. Berge told the club's website: I'm devastated, as is the whole group.
Manchester United loanee Donny van de Beek has suffered an Achilles injury. Eintracht Frankfurt has confirmed the midfielder has returned to the Netherlands – to receive further treatment.
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno insists they're not yet safe. With one game remaining for both themselves and Luton, Forest hold a 12 goal advantage on the Hatters while they're three points ahead of the 17th placed team.
Florian Wirtz has reportedly emerged as a priority target for Real Madrid despite competition from Arsenal and Manchester City. The German midfielder has been enjoying an incredible run of form under Xabi Alonso this season.
Chelsea beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 last night in a late turn around to pile relegation pressure on their opponents, and make that push for Europe themselves.
Cristian Olivera scored two goals and Denis Bouanga had three assists to lead Los Angeles FC to a 3-0 victory over the host Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night.
Tottenham Hotspur could look to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha ahead of next season. The North London club are looking at ways to reinforce their attack in the upcoming transfer window.
Lewis Morgan and Emil Forsberg scored in the first half as the host New York Red Bulls rebounded from their worst performance of the season in a 4-2 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night in Harrison, N.J.
Inter Miami shook off a two-goal first-half deficit Saturday night to stun host CF Montreal 3-2. Miami (8-2-3, 27 points) fell behind early after allowing two goals in a 10-minute span in the first half, but it rallied to tie the match before halftime.
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