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Jordi Alba, the seasoned defender who recently embarked on a new journey with Inter Miami in the MLS, has made the decision to retire from international football, reported by goal.com. This move comes as Alba acknowledges the challenges posed by his transition to the American league, including differences in scheduling and extensive travel demands. The 34-year-old’s […]

Manchester United have identified Tottenham Hotspur’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as a potential alternative to Sofyan Amrabat. The Morroco midfielder is training alone at Fiorentina, seeking a potential move to Old Trafford. However, Manchester United cannot lodge a bid for Amrabat as they cannot sell players. The Red Devils have to sell players before landing more players […]

A transfer battle is heating up between English football giants Manchester United and Liverpool for the highly sought-after Japanese Women’s World Cup star, Hinata Miyazawa, reported by goal.com. The race to secure her signature has been intense, with both clubs vying to strengthen their squads with this exceptional talent. Golden Boot winner Miyazawa, who had […]

Chelsea are set to make a move for Brentford striker Ivan Toney before the summer window closes. The Blues are extremely happy with the start of Nicolas Jackson at Stamford Bridge but feel that they need another forward alongside him to complete their attack. According to the reports from the Independent, Toney seems to be […]

Tottenham Hotspur are currently negotiating with Barcelona to sign winger Ansu Fati. The La Masia academy graduate has been unable to make it to the first team of Barcelona due to inconsistencies and injuries. Now, the Catalans are looking to offload him to meet the Financial Fairplay (FFP) regulations for making further signings. According to […]

Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish Football Federation, has taken a new approach in the ongoing controversy surrounding his kiss with Jenni Hermoso during the Women’s World Cup final, reported by goal.com. Rubiales has sent a video to FIFA in an attempt to show Hermoso seemingly joking about the incident. The incident in question […]

You can surely let one slide when you have 63 hat-tricks to your name. For Cristiano Ronaldo, the match against Al Shabab gave him a chance to write another piece of history. However, surprisingly, the Al Nassr ace denied it. It was very unlike Cristiano Ronaldo, who always wanted to be the center of attention […]

Eden Hazard‘s future remains uncertain as several Premier League clubs express interest in signing the former Real Madrid star, reported by goal.com. However, potential suitors appear to have reservations about Hazard’s fitness, which could impact his return to English football. After parting ways with Real Madrid this summer, Hazard became a free agent and garnered […]

In a remarkable recognition of his exceptional season, Erling Haaland of Manchester City has been named the Men’s PFA Players’ Player of the Year, reported by goal.com. The prestigious award acknowledges Haaland’s extraordinary performance throughout the year, during which he amassed an astounding 52 goals, playing a pivotal role in Manchester City’s triumphant season. This […]

Does anyone have a more iconic celebration than Cristiano Ronaldo? The Al Nassr ace has created a personality on the football pitch no matter where he plays; his celebration has been a big factor. After he scores a goal, we usually see him do a high jump, turn, and show his “signature power stance” while […]

Spanish FA President Luis Rubiales’ mother is not having any of her son’s treatment by the country. Rubiales has been accused of sexual assault after he kissed World Champion Jennifer Hermoso in the Women’s World Cup trophy ceremony before she collected her winner’s medal. According to the reports from Euro News, the mother of Rubiales, […]

Saudi Pro League club Al Arabi are continuing their pursuit of Paris Saint Germain (PSG) midfielder Marco Verratti. The Italian midfielder has been constantly linked with a move to the Middle East in the past couple of months. According to the reports of Fabrizio Romano, Al Arabi have well and truly joined Al Hilal in […]

Barcelona are prepared to start the operation of landing Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix this summer. The Portuguese striker has been surplus to requirements in the Spanish capital as he’s not getting minutes from the bench. According to the reports from Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona have started their preparations for the signature of Felix. However, they […]

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk could be facing more than a one-game suspension from his red card on Sunday in a comeback 2-1 win over Newcastle. The Dutchman was handed a straight red in the first half when he fouled Magpies striker Alexander Isak on the edge of the box, with VAR confirming the decision […]

Arsenal were quick to reject an initial approach from Chelsea for Emile Smith Rowe. According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea made an approach for the Englishman as they’re looking to add an attacker to their ranks before the transfer deadline on Friday. However, it was quickly knocked back by the Gunners who have no intentions […]

Manchester City is making a significant move in their commitment to nurturing young talent, as they are finalizing a deal to sign former West Ham center back Jamal Baptiste, reported by Fabrizio Romano. Born in 2003, Baptiste’s arrival at City showcases the club’s dedication to developing some of the most promising prospects in European football. […]

In a surprising turn of events, Bayern Munich has made an enquiry to Chelsea regarding the availability of Conor Gallagher, according to sources at talkSPORT. The German giants, led by head coach Thomas Tuchel, have expressed interest in the promising English midfielder, who has recently been a regular starter for Chelsea. While it remains uncertain […]

In a recent statement, Anderson Talisca, the talented Brazilian forward and teammate of Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, has dismissed rumors of his potential departure from the club, reported by goal.com. Speculation arose after Al-Nassr signed Sadio Mane from Bayern Munich, leading to concerns about the number of foreign players allowed in the AFC Champions League. […]

Folarin Balogun‘s move to Monaco from Arsenal has raised questions about whether this transfer is a mistake for the young USMNT striker, reported by goal.com. After a successful loan spell at Reims last season, Balogun attracted attention from various clubs. However, his move to Monaco has sparked discussions about the benefits and drawbacks of this […]

Inter Miami‘s Lionel Messi might have the chance for yet another reunion with a former Barcelona teammate, as Arturo Vidal has expressed his openness to the idea of joining the club, reported by goal.com. Messi, who recently moved to the United States, has already been joined at Inter Miami by fellow ex-Barcelona players Sergio Busquets […]

Newcastle United‘s captain Jamaal Lascelles and his younger brother have allegedly been involved in an attack in Newcastle city centre, leading to a police investigation, reported by goal.com. The incident occurred during a night out on August 19, where Lascelles and his brother were at the Chinawhite nightclub. In the early hours, a brawl broke […]

PSG‘s pursuit of Randal Kolo Muani has hit a stumbling block as Eintracht Frankfurt has rejected the French club’s €80 million bid for the talented forward, reported by goal.com. The German club is holding out for a higher fee of €100 million for the player’s transfer, according to Sky Sports. The young Frankfurt star is […]

Lionel Messi‘s arrival at Inter Miami has sparked the imagination of architect Jorge Luis Veliz, who has designed a futuristic $50 million mansion fit for the global superstar, reported by goal.com. This innovative concept home takes the form of an ‘M,’ incorporating Messi’s iconic brand logo and reflecting his meteoric rise in the world of […]

In an unfortunate turn of events, Al-Ittihad‘s star striker Karim Benzema was forced off the field with a suspected hamstring injury during their match against Al-Wehda in the Saudi Pro League on Monday, reported by goal.com. Despite the unfortunate event for Benzema, Al-Ittihad secured the win against the Saudi Pro League rivals. The French striker, […]

As the summer transfer window unfolds, the football world has its eyes on the numerous high-profile players who are currently without clubs and available to sign for free, reported by goal.com. With the conclusion of the 2022/23 season, several notable names have found themselves clubless, making them hot commodities in the transfer market. One of […]

Manchester United is standing firm in their decision not to allow Harry Maguire to be loaned to West Ham, as they have their sights set on selling him to generate funds for further signings, reported by goal.com. Throughout the summer, West Ham has expressed interest in acquiring the services of the center-back who has fallen […]

The aftermath of the Women’s World Cup has taken a serious turn as Luis Rubiales, the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), now faces the possibility of criminal prosecution for sexual assault, reported by goal.com. This comes after Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso during the trophy presentation following Spain’s victory over England in the […]

It’s (nearly) official that Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku will go out on loan to Roma in Serie A, where he will finally play under former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho. Chelsea is still retooling, sending players out, and bringing players in to get the Mauricio Pochettino underway. And one of the veterans deemed surplus to requirements […]

Real Madrid‘s victory against Celta Vigo came at a cost as star player Vinicius Jr. suffered an injury that now appears to be worse than initially feared, reported by goal.com. Despite securing a 1-0 win, manager Carlo Ancelotti had reasons for concern regarding Vinicius’ condition, potentially impacting Los Blancos’ upcoming fixtures. In the 13th minute […]

Liverpool‘s Mohamed Salah could be facing interest from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, who are prepared to make a substantial bid of €150 million (£129m/$162m) for the Egyptian forward, reported by goal.com. Despite Salah’s current contract with Liverpool extending until 2025, reports suggest that the Saudi club is eager to test Liverpool’s resolve and potentially lure […]

The fallout from the Luis Rubiales scandal, involving the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president’s controversial actions at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, could potentially lead to severe consequences for Spanish football, reported by goal.com. As the scandal continues to escalate, Andreu Camps, the Secretary General of the RFEF, has reportedly requested that UEFA suspend Spanish […]

PSG has escalated its pursuit of Randal Kolo Muani from Eintracht Frankfurt by submitting a revised and final offer for the French striker, reported by goal.com. The German club has been a tough negotiating partner for PSG, demanding a transfer fee exceeding €100 million (£86 million / $109 million) for Kolo Muani. In response, PSG […]

The fallout from Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales‘ actions at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final has taken an emotional and dramatic turn, with Angeles Bejar, Rubiales’ mother, launching a hunger strike in protest, reported by goal.com. Bejar’s hunger strike comes in response to the controversy that emerged after Rubiales grabbed and kissed Barcelona striker […]

Liverpool’s towering defender, Virgil van Dijk, could potentially see his suspension extend beyond the initial one-game ban due to his actions following a straight red card shown during the intense clash against Newcastle. While the dismissal itself came from a questionable challenge that thwarted Alexander Isak’s goal-scoring opportunity, it’s Van Dijk’s conduct afterward that has […]

Tyler Adams, the USMNT star, is inching closer to making his Premier League debut with Bournemouth after recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him since March. Adams, who recently completed a £23 million ($29 million) move from Leeds to Bournemouth, is keen to showcase his skills on the pitch again. Speaking to TNT Sports, […]

Liverpool would only entertain a sale of Mohamed Salah for a staggering amount exceeding £150 million ($189 million), according to former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher. Amid interest from Saudi Arabia, Salah’s future has been the subject of transfer rumors as the summer window winds down, reported by goal.com. Despite whispers of a contract offer from […]

Lionel Messi‘s impact on Inter Miami has been nothing short of incredible, with the Argentine superstar making an immediate and remarkable impression in the United States, reported by goal.com. Despite high expectations, Messi’s seamless transition to the American game and his rapid achievements have caught the attention of both fans and critics alike. Since joining […]

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has acknowledged the frustration of two-goal hero Darwin Nunez over his substitute role in their recent victory against Newcastle, reported by goal.com. Despite his frustration, Nunez’s impactful performance as a substitute played a crucial role in Liverpool’s thrilling 2-1 comeback win. During the match against Newcastle, Liverpool found themselves in a […]

Paul Pogba‘s hunger for success and his strong desire to help Juventus secure trophies has become evident as he overcomes his injury setbacks, reported by goal.com. The French midfielder has revealed his determination to contribute to the Bianconeri’s pursuit of glory after a challenging period of recovery. In a conversation with DAZN, Pogba expressed his […]