Turkey defender Merih Demiral has been handed a two-game suspension by UEFA after he celebrated a goal at Euro 2024 by displaying a hand sign associated with an ultranationalist group in his team’s round-of-16 win over Austria on Tuesday. UEFA confirmed on Wednesday that it had appointed an inspector to investigate Demiral, and on Friday
Arne Slot, the newly appointed Liverpool manager, acknowledged the weight of the task ahead of him as he steps into the role vacated by the legendary Jürgen Klopp. In a press conference held at the club’s AXA Training Centre, Slot expressed his awareness of the “big shoes to fill,” recognizing the immense legacy left behind
Real Madrid’s dominant performance in the last LaLiga season, finishing 10 points clear at the top of the table and wrapping up the title with four games to spare, raised expectations for the upcoming season. The signing of Kylian Mbappé on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain for a five-year contract added fuel to the
Manchester City are rumored to have their sights set on RB Leipzig forward Dani Olmo. The 26-year-old has a release clause of €60 million, reportedly active until mid-July. Despite Olmo’s interest in a switch to the Etihad Stadium, the Premier League club has not yet made any “concrete contact.” Barcelona is also said to be
As Portugal gears up to face France in the Euro 2024 quarterfinal, there is much talk surrounding the showdown between Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé. However, Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva emphasizes that the focus should not solely be on the individual battle between the two superstars. According to Silva, the match holds more significance in
Kylian Mbappé, the young French football star, has openly praised Cristiano Ronaldo, referring to him as “unique” ahead of France’s quarterfinal clash with Portugal. Mbappé, who has been a long-time fan of Ronaldo, has even mentioned that the two stay in contact regularly. The admiration Mbappé holds for Ronaldo is evident, as he once posted
In the upcoming quarterfinal match of Euro 2024 between Germany and Spain, two young stars are set to take the stage. Jamal Musiala from Germany and Lamine Yamal from Spain have been making headlines with their performances in the tournament so far. While Musiala has been impressive with three goals in four games, Yamal became
Jude Bellingham’s last-minute equalizer against Slovakia in the round-of-16 match of Euro 2024 has been hailed by John Stones as a potential turning point for England’s campaign. The stunning bicycle kick by Bellingham forced extra time, where Harry Kane sealed a 2-1 comeback victory for the Three Lions. Stones expressed his belief that Bellingham’s goal
Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé will meet again in Hamburg, Germany, after their first encounter 12 years ago. Back then, Mbappé was an unknown kid from Paris on a scouting trip, while Ronaldo was already the Real Madrid galáctico. Despite the age gap, their paths have converged in the world of football, with Mbappé now
German champions Bayer Leverkusen will kick off their Bundesliga title defence and continue their unbeaten domestic streak away at local rivals Borussia Monchengladbach. This highly anticipated fixture will take place on Aug. 23, marking the start of the new league season. Leverkusen made history by becoming the first team to win the Bundesliga title without