Italy’s manager, Luciano Spalletti, admitted that his team “switched off” for Albania’s record-setting early goal during their Euro 2024 opener in Dortmund. Despite the initial setback, Spalletti praised his team for the resilience they showed in bouncing back to secure a 2-1 victory. Italy, as the defending champions, understand the importance of being more clinical
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Harry Kane’s journey at Bayern Munich may have been nothing short of extraordinary in terms of personal achievements, but the lack of a major trophy win seems to be haunting him. Despite an impressive goal-scoring record and individual accolades, the failure to secure a title at the club level has fueled Kane’s desire to lead
The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system has been a topic of controversy and discussion in football since its introduction. The use of technology to assist referees in making crucial decisions during a game has been both lauded and criticized. In this critical analysis, we will delve into the VAR decisions made throughout all 51 games
Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign got off to a roaring start with a convincing win over Scotland. The victory was much-needed for a team that has faced criticism for underperforming in recent major tournaments. The early goals settled the nerves of the German squad and provided a sense of relief for fans who have high expectations
Manchester United is reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich’s centre-back Matthijs de Ligt. The 24-year-old has been placed on the Red Devils’ shortlist for this summer, with discussions within the Old Trafford hierarchy already taking place. While personal terms with Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite were believed to have been agreed upon, negotiations over the transfer fee
In a stunning display of dominance, the Germany national team kicked off their Euro 2024 campaign in style with a resounding 5-1 victory over Scotland. However, it wasn’t just the goals on the field that caught everyone’s attention. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann revealed that veteran midfielder Toni Kroos delivered a “really powerful” pep talk to
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has assured fans that he is now on good terms with manager Murat Yakin despite previous reports of tension over strategy during a challenging qualifying campaign. Xhaka emphasized that they have worked to clarify any misunderstandings and have developed a strong relationship over the past few months. Switzerland’s upcoming match against
Chelsea are reportedly in the race to sign winger Michael Olise from Crystal Palace, joining the likes of Manchester United, Newcastle, and Bayern Munich in pursuit of the 22-year-old. The Blues have reached out to Palace to discuss the possibility of a deal for Olise, showing their determination to bring him to Stamford Bridge. Last
Denmark’s players union Spillerforeningen has made history by negotiating a groundbreaking agreement with the Danish Football Association (DBU) to ensure that both the men’s and women’s national teams will receive equal pay and conditions during tournaments. This decision came after the men’s team rejected a pay rise, showing solidarity with their female counterparts. Smooth Negotiations
Manchester United are facing challenges in negotiations with Everton over a potential deal for Jarrad Branthwaite. With Everton’s high valuation of over £70 million, United are now considering alternative targets to strengthen their defense. Sources have revealed that United have a list of other center-back options in mind, including Marc Guéhi, Jean-Clair Todibo, Leny Yoro,