The relentless schedule of modern football is drawing attention from players and officials alike, and one voice in the dialogue is Manchester City’s own Manuel Akanji. The Swiss international candidly expressed his anxiety about the increasing frequency of matches and the toll it takes on players’ well-being. At just 29 years old, Akanji, humorously suggested
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After 12 years of venturing into different clubs across Europe and the United States, Xherdan Shaqiri has finally returned to where it all began – FC Basel. The Swiss playmaker expressed his joy and pride in rejoining his hometown club, highlighting the deep connection he has always maintained with Basel since his childhood days. Shaqiri’s
Xherdan Shaqiri and the Chicago Fire have officially terminated their contract, marking the end of Shaqiri’s unsatisfactory stint at the MLS club. The Switzerland midfielder arrived at Chicago from Lyon in 2022 for a record fee of $7.5 million, making him the highest-paid player in MLS at the time with an $8.15 million salary. However,
Bukayo Saka, the young Arsenal winger, faced intense criticism and racial abuse after missing a crucial penalty in the Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy. However, he showcased incredible resilience and strength by delivering a superb individual goal and a successful spot-kick in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals against Switzerland. Saka’s ability to bounce back from
As Euro 2024 enters its rest days, teams are taking different approaches to preparing for the knockout phase. France coach Didier Deschamps has chosen a relaxed approach, allowing his squad much-needed family time before their upcoming clash with Belgium. On the other hand, England and Germany are keeping their players focused with minimal time off.
Euro 2024 has been full of surprises and unexpected turns. With only the top performers making it to the Best XI of the tournament so far, we have seen a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars making their mark on the big stage. A Rock-Solid Goalkeeper Valencia’s goalkeeper has shown exceptional talent and composure
Germany’s recent performance in Euro 2024 has brought to light an interesting dynamic in their gameplay strategy. The emergence of Niclas Fückrug as a key player in their Plan B has raised questions about the reliability of their Plan A. Fückrug’s stoppage time equaliser against Switzerland salvaged a draw for Germany and kept them on
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