Kylian Mbappé, the captain of France, has recently expressed his mentality towards failure as he rejoins the national team after an unsuccessful Euro 2024 campaign. Despite reaching the semifinals of the tournament and describing it as a failure, Mbappé’s mindset has evolved due to this experience and his move to Real Madrid. In a news
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Japan showcased an impressive attacking display in the third round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coach Hajime Moriyasu introduced a new system, the 3-4-2-1 formation, which allowed the team to utilize their attacking talent effectively. The deployment of three central defenders and two central midfielders was conventional, but the inclusion
Gio Reyna, the talented Borussia Dortmund and USMNT midfielder, finds himself in a challenging position as the summer transfer window has closed. Despite his potential and abilities, Reyna has struggled to secure significant playing time with the German club. Last season, he only managed to accumulate 329 minutes in 13 league and cup appearances, casting
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
Barcelona midfielder Pedri has been effusive in his praise for new manager Hansi Flick, whom he describes as a “sergeant” driving the team to new heights. Under Flick’s guidance, Barcelona has enjoyed a stellar start to the season, winning all four of their LaLiga matches. Pedri attributes this success to the team’s intensified work ethic
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
It has been reported that Crystal Palace’s attacking midfielder, Eberechi Eze, could be available for a transfer next year with a release clause of £68 million. This clause can be activated with an upfront offer of £60 million plus an additional £8 million in add-ons. Despite interest from clubs like Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and
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