The FC 100 ranking of the best men’s players in world soccer has evolved over the years to focus on all positions on the pitch, rather than just the top scorers or goal creators. This unique approach sets it apart from other rankings that tend to prioritize attacking players. By considering all 11 positions on
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Chelsea’s midfield was meant to be solidified for the next decade with the signing of Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo. However, a surprising turn of events occurred when Fernández was ruled out with an injury towards the end of the Premier League campaign. Despite the initial belief that his absence would be detrimental to the
Everton Football Club finds itself in a precarious position after the collapse of a proposed takeover deal with U.S. private equity firm 777 Partners. The deal, which was initially agreed upon by Farhad Moshiri, Everton’s majority owner, last September, has now fallen through. Despite lengthy negotiations with the club and the Premier League, 777 Partners
EA Sports has introduced their highly anticipated FC 24 Ultimate Team of the Season, highlighting the standout performers from various leagues worldwide. This year, the traditional “best XI” format has been replaced with a new approach. The Ultimate Team of the Season now incorporates data from Opta to construct a more comprehensive list of the
Goalkeeper Ederson faces a potential transfer dilemma this summer as he contemplates his future at Manchester City. Despite links to the Saudi Pro League, City are not actively seeking to part ways with the Brazilian international. However, according to a source cited by ESPN, opportunities for Ederson’s departure will be considered if he indicates a
Enzo Maresca, aged 44, has been appointed as the new head coach of Chelsea on a five-year contract, starting from July 1. The Italian coach leaves Leicester City after just one season in charge, where he led the Midlands club to the Championship title with an impressive 97 points. This new opportunity at Chelsea comes
The world of soccer is currently in turmoil as players are considering going on strike due to the overloaded playing calendar imposed by FIFA. The chief executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA), Maheta Molango, has been vocal about the detrimental effects of the packed schedule on players’ health and the quality of the sport.
Kieran McKenna, the former Tottenham midfielder, has recently signed a four-year contract extension at Ipswich Town. This news was confirmed by the club in a statement, highlighting McKenna’s role in overseeing Ipswich’s return to the Premier League for the first time since 2002. His leadership led to back-to-back promotions with the club after taking over
Manchester United’s pursuit of young defender Jarrad Branthwaite may hit a roadblock due to Everton’s hefty asking price. Despite Branthwaite catching the eye of United scouts early in his career at Carlisle United and impressing at Everton, the Toffees are rumored to demand a staggering £75 million for the 21-year-old. This price tag could prove
As the 2023-24 season draws to a close with Borussia Dortmund set to face Real Madrid in the Champions League final, the focus shifts to the upcoming summer transfer window. In light of this, the CIES Football Observatory has released a study highlighting the 100 most valuable players in men’s football. This list is meticulously