The recent revamp of the Champions League to a 36-team competition has introduced changes in the allocation of extra places for leagues based on their performance in European competitions. The allocation of these additional spots is determined by the coefficient system, which takes into account the average performance of teams from each country in Europe.
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Manchester City’s young defender, Yan Couto, has been turning heads with his impressive performances on loan at Girona this season. His talent has not gone unnoticed, as Bayer Leverkusen and Juventus are reportedly leading the race to sign him this summer. Couto, who recently earned his first call-up to the Brazil national team, has shown
As Paris Saint-Germain looks ahead to the upcoming season, they are faced with the reality of life without their star player, Kylian Mbappé. With Mbappé on the verge of joining Real Madrid, the club is preparing for a future without one of their biggest talents. The release of the team’s new home kit for the
Real Madrid is rumored to be eyeing Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz as a potential replacement for Toni Kroos in the summer of 2025. The 21-year-old has attracted interest from top clubs such as Manchester City, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Los Blancos due to his impressive performances for Leverkusen. Wirtz, however, is reportedly keen
FIFA has recently come under fire for its decision to add new and larger competitions to the already congested calendar of men’s international football. In a scathing letter sent by the global players union FIFPRO and the World Leagues Association, FIFA is criticized for making unilateral decisions that primarily benefit its own competitions and commercial
The ongoing conflict between luxury box owners at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium and FIFA regarding access to their seats during the 2026 World Cup has brought to light a 60-year-old deal that gives owners unlimited access to their seats for 99 years. The peculiar history of how the boxes were originally purchased at Azteca by
Cavan Sullivan’s story is a tale of ambition, talent, and opportunity. At just 14 years old, he has already secured a groundbreaking contract with the Philadelphia Union, setting a new record in Major League Soccer history. The union between the Union and Manchester City promises a bright future for this emerging star, but also places
Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has encountered a setback in his recovery from a stress injury to his left foot. The player, who played a crucial role in securing Madrid’s spot in the Champions League final, will be sidelined for approximately three weeks due to this injury. Despite the setback, there is still optimism within
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has expressed his support for manager Mauricio Pochettino, praising the team’s recent success and playing style. Following a 2-0 victory over Tottenham and a 5-0 win against West Ham, Chelsea has shown great improvement and remains in the race for European football next season. Boehly highlighted the team’s recent matches, particularly
The stage is set for the 2024 Champions League final at Wembley as 14-time winners Real Madrid prepare to take on 1997 champions Borussia Dortmund. While Madrid comes into the final as overwhelming favorites, Dortmund has defied the odds to reach this stage despite sitting in fifth position in the Bundesliga. Madrid will be aiming