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French midfielder N’Golo Kante says that he wants to be part of Chelsea’s future plans and believes that the Blues can return to their winning ways in the future. The World Cup winner signed a contract extension with Chelsea in November 2018, which is set to expire at the end of this season. According to […]

Arsenal have been dealt a major blow as they will lose William Saliba and Oleksandr Zinchenko for the rest of the season through injury. Saliba has been out since sustaining a back issue in Arsenal’s Europa League round of 32 second-leg defeat to Sporting Lisbon in March. Zinchenko, meanwhile, picked up a calf problem in […]

Chelsea forked out a record $135 million in the summer of 2021 to bring in Romelu Lukaku to hopefully be the No. 9 they’ve long needed. Between injuries and inconsistent play, things didn’t work out and the Belgian was shipped off to Inter Milan for a loan spell prior to the 2022-23 season. However, it […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is hopeful Lionel Messi “does the impossible” and returns to Barcelona in the summer. The PSG forward is all but guaranteed to depart France when his contract expires at the end of the season with a return to Barcelona already being discussed. Messi, of course, departed the Catalans in 2021 […]

Inter Milan is just 90 minutes away from the grand finale in Europe’s most prized competition as they smashed rivals AC Milan 2-0 in the Champions League semifinals on Wednesday at the San Siro. The Nerazzurri came out firing on all cylinders, with Edin Dzeko and Henrikh Mkhitaryan scoring just 11 minutes in. In the […]

Gareth Bale will not be coming out of retirement to play for Wrexham. The Welsh superstar announced his retirement from football in January at the age of 33. It came a month after Wales played in the World Cup in Qatar — their first World Cup appearance since 1958. However, with Wrexham — owned by […]

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has taken to Instagram to share a heartfelt message dedicated to his longtime teammate and friend, Sergio Busquets, following the announcement of his departure from the club. Messi posted a series of photos showcasing their time together on the pitch, with the caption expressing his admiration and gratitude for Busquets.   […]

In a recent interview, Juventus star Angel Di Maria provided an honest take on his future at the club, shedding light on his current situation and potential contract renewal talks, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The Argentine winger expressed his contentment at Juventus, emphasizing the comfort and happiness he and his family have found in […]

As Roma prepares for their Europa League semifinal first leg with Bayer Leverkusen Thursday, Jose Mourinho was asked about the constant speculation about him replacing Christophe Galtier at PSG next season. His answer was absolutely priceless, essentially laughing off the rumors. “If they called, they didn’t find me,” Mourinho told Sky Sport Italia on Wednesday […]

Thierry Henry, the renowned former footballer and coach, has heaped praise on Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, hailing him as having the best footballing brain he’s ever witnessed, reported by Mirror. The Belgian international showcased his exceptional skills on Tuesday night, as he scored a remarkable goal to help secure a 1-1 draw against […]

Barcelona star Sergio Busquets has made a monumental decision regarding his future with the Catalan club. It is now official that Busquets will be leaving Barcelona after an illustrious 18 seasons with the team, via Fabrizio Romano. The departure marks the end of an era for the 34-year-old midfielder. Busquets leaves behind a remarkable legacy […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shed light on how Real Madrid managed to shut down Erling Haaland during their Champions League semifinal clash on Tuesday. In a pivotal moment of the match, Haaland found himself in a promising position inside the Real Madrid penalty area. However, his attempt on goal was swiftly denied by […]

AC Milan star Rafael Leao, has committed his future to the club by agreeing to a five-year extension at the San Siro, as reported by James Horncastle of The Athletic. The 23-year-old forward, who joined Milan from Lille in 2018, has been rewarded for his contributions to the team’s success, particularly their progress to the […]

Bayer Leverkusen continues to hold an interest in securing the services of Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka, according to Sky Sports. However, a deal is more likely to materialize next summer when Xhaka’s contract with the Gunners expires. Sky Germany understands that Xhaka has expressed his desire to potentially return to the Bundesliga later in his […]

AC Milan star striker Olivier Giroud has opened up about his challenging times at Chelsea before experiencing a resurgence with the Rossoneri. The French forward revealed that his final months at Chelsea were tough due to a lack of game time, prompting him to seek a fresh challenge at AC Milan. Giroud’s move to AC […]

Manchester United has set its sights on Tottenham Hotspur’s star striker, Harry Kane, as the club’s top priority for the upcoming summer transfer window, according to sources close to Football Insider. The 29-year-old England captain is seen by Manchester United officials as the “difference maker” who can bridge the gap to their cross-town rivals Manchester […]

Christian Pulisic, the talented winger of Chelsea, has found himself in the spotlight as both Napoli and Juventus express interest in signing him, as reported by the Daily Mail. With just one year remaining on his contract, the West London club is looking to offload the 24-year-old US international during the upcoming summer transfer window. […]

Chelsea is reportedly considering a permanent deal for Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid, and they may offer two players, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Marc Cucurella, as part of the negotiations. The potential move comes amid ongoing talks with Mauricio Pochettino, who is believed to be a managerial target for the Blues. According to Evening Standard, Chelsea […]

 Jorge Messi, father, and representative of PSG star Lionel Messi, has released a strong statement regarding his son’s future amid recent rumors linking him to a potential move back to Barcelona or a switch to Saudi Arabia. The statement, aimed at dispelling the swirling speculation, highlights that no agreements have been made with any club […]

Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi was seen at training on Monday, leading to some speculation regarding his suspension. Now, we have a clearer picture of PSG’s decision regarding their superstar. PSG has officially lifted Messi’s suspension early, as reported by ESPN’s Julien Laurens. Initially, Messi received a two-week suspension after an unauthorized trip to Saudi […]

 As Real Madrid gear up for their highly anticipated Champions League showdown against Manchester City, manager Carlo Ancelotti has voiced his concerns about the formidable form of Pep Guardiola’s treble-chasing side. City is determined to avenge their defeat against Los Blancos in last season’s semi-finals. Ancelotti acknowledged the threat posed by Manchester City, especially with […]

In a significant boost for Real Madrid, midfielder Luka Modrić is on the brink of signing a new contract with the club. Sources close to the negotiations have revealed that the agreement is now imminent, with all the necessary documents prepared for the extension, set to keep Modrić at the Santiago Bernabéu until June 2024, […]

PSG forward Lionel Messi has rejoined the team’s training sessions ahead of their remaining games as he nears the end of his second campaign with the French giants. While moves to Barcelona or Saudi Arabia remain options for the Argentine, he is strictly focused on winning the Ligue 1 title for the time being, per […]

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland could win the 2023 Ballon d’Or if he gets Champions League glory this season according to football legend Ruud Gullit. Haaland is enjoying a record-breaking debut season for the Citizens as his 51 goals and eight assists in 46 games in all competitions sees Pep Guardiola’s men top of the […]

Lionel Messi was seen training with Paris Saint-Germain on Monday after his two-week suspension seems to have been lifted early by the French club. Messi skipped training last week to attend a Saudi tourist board meeting, and was later sanctioned by the PSG front office; he reportedly also shocked his teammates by leaving just 24 […]

Brighton and Everton meet in the Prem! Catch the Premier League odds series here, featuring our Brighton-Everton prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. The Seagulls (16-7-9) have been making strides this year. Despite the departure of star striker Leandro Trossard and head coach Graham Potter, the Albion remains in contention and might possibly […]

Fulham and Leicester meet in the Prem! Catch the Premier League odds series here, featuring our Fulham-Leicester prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. After an impressive start on their way back to England’s top flight, the Cottagers (13-6-15) are now in 10th place. Fulham has three losses on the bounce, scoring just once […]

Torino and Monza meet in the Serie A! Catch the Serie A odds series here, featuring our Torino-Monza prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. Torino (12-9-12) is hoping to get some favorable results as the season is nearing its end. The Bulls cruised Sampdoria to a 0-2 away victory last timeout. Monza (12-9-12) […]

Atalanta and Juventus meet in the Prem! Catch the Serie A odds series here, featuring our Atalanta-Juventus prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. Atalanta is in the top six of Serie A right now, which gives them a chance to join the UEFA Europa Conference League next season. La Dea has been unbeaten […]

West Ham and Man United meet in England’s top flight! Catch the Premier League odds series here, featuring our West Ham-Man United prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. West Ham (9-7-18) is just four points clear of relegation and has dropped three consecutive matches. The Hammers surrendered nine total goals in their losses […]

Newcastle and Arsenal meet in the Prem! Catch the Premier League odds series here, featuring our Newcastle-Arsenal prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. Newcastle (18-11-4) is currently third in the table, two points above fourth-placed Manchester United, and the Black-and-Whites can feel comfortable about their top-four chances. The Geordies will be assertive in […]

AC Milan notched a huge 2-0 victory over Lazio Saturday in Serie A action, but they lost a key player in the process. Portuguese international Rafael Leao limped off with an injury in the 11th minute at the San Siro with a groin issue, via GOAL: Rafael Leao has gone off injured for AC Milan, […]

The next set of FIFA 23 Team of the Season is out now with the Premier League TOTS lineup, headlined by Aaron Ramsdale and Kieran Trippier. Fans who are looking to expand their Football Ultimate Team rosters will be able to do so with the recently-released Premier League Team of the Season. This new set […]

Lionel Messi officially issued a response after being suspended two weeks by Paris Saint-Germain for taking an unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia instead of reporting to training earlier in the week. He offered an apology along with an explanation for his absence. “I want to apologize, of course, to my teammates, to the club. I […]

Chelsea‘s nightmare 2022-23 campaign hasn’t been aided much by the return of former head coach Frank Lampard, who was brought in to replace Graham Potter. The Blues have gone on to lose each of their first six games in all competitions with Lampard in charge, and their continued struggles have only raised more questions for […]

The drought is over. After what felt like an eternal wait, Napoli has officially been crowned Serie A champions for the first time in 33 years. And in doing so, they have awakened the city from its slumber. The party may never end, as a glorious and thunderous fireworks display sounds the streets of Naples. […]

This summer could be a monumental one for PSG. Lionel Messi appears all but set to leave at the end of the season when his contract expires. The news notably broke right after he was suspended by the club for traveling to Saudi Arabia without permission instead of reporting for training. That news — along […]

In what seems to Napoli’s chance to get the scudetto, Udinese will host the Neapolitans in the Serie A! Catch the Serie A odds series here, featuring our Udinese-Napoli prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. Udinese are in 13th place in the league table at the moment and have been inconsistent so far […]

Empoli and Bologna meet in the Serie A! Catch the Serie A odds series here, featuring our Empoli-Bologna prediction, pick, and guide on how to watch. Empoli now find themselves desperate for another win after losing their last three matches, going winless in their last four, and teetering close to the relegation zone.  The Blues […]