Lionel Messi, the 36-year-old Argentina star, has been a key player for Inter Miami this season, playing every minute of the team’s MLS matches and the Concacaf Champions League draw. However, assistant coach Javier Morales hinted that Messi could be left out of the starting lineup for the upcoming match against CF Montreal. He emphasized
Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, recently made a fervent defense of forward Vinícius Júnior, claiming that he is treated worse on the pitch than any player he has ever coached in his career. Vinícius scored Madrid’s only goal in a recent match, but that was overshadowed by a controversial incident where he shoved Leipzig captain
As Jurgen Klopp prepares to face Pep Guardiola for the final time as Liverpool boss in a Premier League game, he has expressed his deep admiration for the Spanish coach. Despite engaging in a decade-long battle with Guardiola, Klopp has been quick to dismiss the idea of their rivalry. Instead, he acknowledges Guardiola as the
LAFC has made a bold move by signing Dénis Bouanga to a two-year contract extension, ensuring that he will remain with the team through the 2027 season. This contract includes a team option for 2028, giving LAFC stability in its attack for the foreseeable future. Bouanga’s performance on the field has been outstanding, making him
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez recently made headlines when he stated that 16-year-old Lamine Yamal has “flashes” of Lionel Messi after scoring the winning goal against Mallorca. While it is true that there are some similarities between Yamal and Messi, Xavi believes that it is unfair to compare any player to the former Barcelona star. He
Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel remains optimistic about his team’s chances to chase down leaders Bayer Leverkusen and secure a 12th straight league title, even though they are currently 10 points behind. Tuchel acknowledges the significant gap but refuses to give up on the title just yet. Tuchel emphasizes the importance of staying grounded in
The MLS has found itself in the midst of a major controversy just two weeks into the regular season that has nothing to do with the star-studded players on the field. The focus has shifted to the replacement referees being used in the games, sparking a heated debate within the North American soccer community. The
Chelsea, known for their aggressive approach in the transfer market, are currently facing financial constraints that may impact their ability to secure the talents they desire. With a reported pre-tax loss of £90.1m ($117m) for the year 2023, and a previous loss of £121.4m, the club’s spending power has been significantly reduced. This has raised
Chelsea is currently taking stock of their roster, considering potential acquisitions in the next transfer window. One player who has caught their eye is Nico Williams, a talented winger from Athletic Bilbao. However, while there is interest in Williams, his potential move to Chelsea hinges on a variety of factors, as reported by sources from
Manchester City’s star striker Erling Haaland has responded to Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold’s comments about the value of trophies. Haaland, who won the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League with City last year, mentioned that Alexander-Arnold may not fully understand the feeling of winning a treble. This response adds fuel to the fire as