Carlo Ancelotti, the coach of Real Madrid, expressed his disappointment with his team’s performance after being held to a 1-1 draw by Mallorca in the opening game of the 2024-25 season. He criticized the team’s “attitude” and “collective commitment,” highlighting the lack of balance in the second half of the game. The failure to defend
Erling Haaland, the young and talented forward for Manchester City, has quite the history with Premier League golden boots. With two under his belt, he has proven himself to be a formidable force on the field. However, it is not just his goal-scoring prowess that makes headlines, but also his ability to take on critics
In a recent interview, Pep Guardiola praised Erling Haaland for his exceptional goalscoring record, comparing it to the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Guardiola acknowledged that Haaland’s achievements in his first 100 league appearances, where he scored an impressive 91 goals, are at a level that rivals the legendary status of Messi and
Juventus has started their Serie A season with a limited number of players available and a significant amount of work to be done in the transfer market. This transitional phase comes after the club’s streak of four seasons without a league title, following nine consecutive wins. As manager Thiago Motta steps in to replace Massimiliano
Atlético Madrid’s manager, Diego Simeone, did not hold back in praising his new acquisition, Julián Álvarez. The 24-year-old forward joined Atlético from Manchester City in a blockbuster deal worth approximately €75 million. Simeone expressed his excitement about Álvarez’s potential contribution to the team, highlighting his quick adaptation during training and his enthusiasm for the game.
The recent incident involving Lille midfielder Angel Gomes during a Ligue 1 match against Stade de Reims has once again brought to light the significance of player safety in professional football. Gomes, only 23 years old, had to be hospitalised after sustaining a head injury during the game. The collision with Reims midfielder Amadou Koné
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has recently addressed the situation surrounding Ilkay Gündogan, stating that he believes the midfielder will remain at the club despite missing the LaLiga opener against Valencia. Flick clarified that Gündogan’s absence was due to a head injury sustained in a previous match against Monaco, and not related to any transfer request.
During a recent match between Lille and Stade de Reims, the game was abruptly halted for more than half an hour due to a serious injury sustained by Angel Gomes. The English attacking midfielder was knocked unconscious in a collision with Reims’ Amadou Koné in the 11th minute of the game. Gomes required extensive medical
In the ongoing 2024-25 Premier League season, there have been a total of 3 overturns by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). Out of these, none have been rejected, leading to significant implications for the teams involved. However, despite the scrutiny and technology used, there have been no penalties awarded yet, which could potentially impact the
The first game of the season can often lead clubs to make panic buys in the transfer market to address any perceived weaknesses in the squad. However, Arsenal’s impressive 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers showcased why they have refrained from making any hasty decisions in the transfer market. The performance on the field provided justification