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
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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
Angel Gomes, the young football talent, made a bold decision to leave Manchester United and join French club Lille in 2020. This move came after earning his first call-up to the England national side, showcasing his potential on the international stage. Gomes, at the age of 24, embarked on a journey to better himself as
Recently, the Premier League approved Chelsea’s sale of two hotels for £76.5 million to a sister company. This deal was crucial for Chelsea’s compliance with the division’s profit and sustainability rules. The club faced a loss of £89.9 million in the 2022-23 financial year, but selling the Millennium and Copthorne hotels helped reduce this figure
Galatasaray has successfully secured Victor Osimhen on a season-long loan from Napoli. The Turkish club made the announcement on Wednesday, revealing that they will pay €6 million net to the 25-year-old Nigeria international for the 2024-2025 season. This deal marks an interesting turn of events for Osimhen, who had been the subject of considerable transfer
Atlanta United FC recently announced the removal of Carlos Bocanegra, the team’s vice president and technical director. This decision, effective immediately, marks a significant shift in leadership within the organization. Taking over Bocanegra’s responsibilities will be team president and CEO Garth Lagerwey, bringing with him a wealth of experience in team building from his time