During a legends game between Manchester United and Celtic at Old Trafford, Wayne Rooney showcased his enduring talent by scoring a sensational free kick. The moment occurred after Darren Fletcher was fouled by Joe Ledley, setting the stage for Rooney to exhibit his skill. With a powerful right-footed strike, the ball soared into the top
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On Saturday, fans were thrilled to see Jürgen Klopp make an unexpected return to management as he took charge of Borussia Dortmund for a testimonial game. This special match was held to honour former Dortmund players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski, both of whom Klopp managed during his time at the club from 2008 to
Reflecting on England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final, Harry Kane admitted that the loss still lingers and serves as motivation for the upcoming challenges. Despite reaching the final, Kane acknowledged that the team did not perform at their best in certain games throughout the tournament. However, he emphasized the importance of taking
Reports suggest that Chelsea’s majority shareholder, Clearlake Capital, is not looking to sell their stake in the club. Despite rumors of a power struggle within the ownership group, sources close to Clearlake have emphasized their commitment to providing long-term stability at Stamford Bridge. This stance indicates a focus on continuity and a strategic vision for
Kevin De Bruyne, the Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain, recently expressed his concerns over the impact of a crammed football calendar on players’ health and performance. De Bruyne highlighted the issue of added fixtures in both club and international competitions, pointing out that the schedule is getting increasingly demanding for players. FIFPRO’s European member
Conor Gallagher, former Chelsea midfielder, recently shared his thoughts on his time at the club despite his departure during the summer transfer window. Gallagher expressed that he has only positive things to say about his experience at Chelsea, emphasizing the special memories he created during his time there. The 24-year-old acknowledged the impact Chelsea had
United States women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes recently highlighted the glaring lack of opportunities for women managers in men’s football. Despite her stellar track record and success in the women’s game, Emma Hayes shed light on the obstacles that still exist when it comes to breaking into the male-dominated world of football management.
French liquor company Pernod Ricard recently announced the cancellation of a new sponsorship deal with Paris Saint-Germain due to protests from Marseille. This decision came after strong objections from Marseille fans, who felt that the anise-flavored aperitif pastis, which is closely associated with their city, should not be aligned with PSG. The cancellation of the
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella recently spoke out about the importance of stability for achieving success, drawing from his experiences both with his national team, Spain, and his club, Chelsea. Despite his standout performance during Spain’s Euro 2024 victory, Cucurella has faced challenges at the club level since joining Chelsea in a significant deal from Brighton.
The Valencia forward Rafa Mir was recently released on bail after being arrested on Sunday following allegations of sexual assault. The accusations involved two women who claimed that Mir and another footballer, Pablo Jara, had assaulted them after meeting at a nightclub. Mir’s passport was confiscated, and a restraining order was imposed, preventing him from