Real Madrid’s decisive 4-0 victory over Girona showcased their dominance in LaLiga, especially given Girona’s inability to manage a single shot on target in the entire game. This comprehensive win put Real Madrid five points ahead at the top of the LaLiga table, signaling that they are the team to beat this season. The absence
English Premier League
Manchester City’s recent performances have showcased their depth and ability to have various players step up when needed. However, with Erling Haaland returning from injury, the team’s dynamics have shifted once again. Against Everton, Haaland scored both goals in a 2-0 victory, showcasing his importance to the team. His presence on the field adds a
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has expressed doubt about his team’s chances of repeating last season’s treble. Despite being the favourites to win the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup this season, Guardiola believes that achieving such a feat is highly unlikely. He emphasized the complexity of the task, stating that no English team
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has decided to postpone the introduction of a new blue card as part of the trials of sin bins in professional football. This decision comes after measures were announced in November to improve player behavior and increase respect for match officials. The IFAB was supposed to announce protocols for
Recently, Arsenal’s post-match celebrations after their 3-1 victory over Liverpool were scrutinized by pundits and players alike. Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher criticized the exuberant celebrations, labeling them as a display of immaturity. Even Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones accused Arsenal of “stealing” Jurgen Klopp’s fist-pump celebration, further adding to the controversy surrounding
Premier League bosses such as Jurgen Klopp, Mauricio Pochettino, and Ange Postecoglou have voiced their opposition to the International Football Association Board’s (IFAB) plan to introduce blue cards in professional football. This trial aims to assess whether temporary dismissals for dissent and tactical offenses can improve player behavior and respect for match officials. However, the
As we look ahead to the summer transfer window in 2024, the transfer rumors surrounding Kylian Mbappé are once again at the forefront. Sources have confirmed that Mbappé will finally make a free transfer to Real Madrid when his contract expires, bringing an end to what has been an excruciating saga. With the possibility of
The Premier League has witnessed a decrease in the number of VAR errors this season, but Tony Scholes, the chief football officer, has raised concerns about the excessive amount of time taken for reviews. While the accuracy of key match decisions has improved from 82% pre-VAR to 96% this season, the extended duration of VAR
Recently, Brentford striker Ivan Toney found himself once again at the receiving end of racial abuse on social media platforms. The club expressed their frustration and anger towards this disturbing trend in a statement, highlighting that this is not the first time Toney has been targeted. The fact that this vile harassment has occurred multiple
Galatasaray has chosen not to pursue a transfer for Christian Eriksen in the final days of the Turkish transfer window. While there was initial interest in Eriksen, it seems unlikely that a deal will be completed before the deadline on Feb. 9. This means that Eriksen will remain at Old Trafford for the remainder of