The Premier League is set to revolutionize the way offside decisions are made with the introduction of semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) for the 2024-25 season. This move comes after over 12 months of testing various AI-based SAOT providers, following in the footsteps of UEFA and FIFA. But what exactly is SAOT, how does it work,
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The summer transfer window may be months away in Europe, but the buzz surrounding potential moves is already starting to build. One player who is drawing significant interest is Brentford striker Ivan Toney, with a valuation currently set at around £40 million. While there have been reports suggesting an even higher price tag of around
The demanding schedule that Manchester City faces in their pursuit of a second straight treble of major trophies has not been without consequences for Rodri. Despite his impressive record of not tasting defeat in his last 66 games for club and country, the midfielder has acknowledged that there is room for improvement, including for himself.
Manchester United’s coaching staff is facing a period of uncertainty, with former South Africa striker Benni McCarthy’s contract set to expire in the summer. McCarthy, who arrived at Old Trafford in July 2022 as part of Erik ten Hag’s coaching team, has not been approached by the club about signing a new deal. This could
The latest development at Manchester United sees the departure of John Murtough, the club’s football director. Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS group has taken over football operations at Old Trafford, acquiring a 27.7% minority stake from the Glazer family. This move is part of a larger overhaul at the club, with significant changes on the horizon.
Professional soccer players are always looking for ways to gain an edge over their opponents, and sometimes that means using unconventional tactics. One such tactic that has gained attention recently is the use of Vaseline on gloves. Goalkeepers like André Onana have been seen applying Vaseline to their gloves to improve grip, especially in wet
It seems that Pep Guardiola’s patience and trust in Phil Foden is finally paying off. Despite being rotated and used as a stand-in player in the past, Guardiola always saw potential in the young midfielder. Foden’s recent performances have proven that he is now one of Guardiola’s indispensable performers, as shown by his exclusion from
Recently, Everton faced a two-point deduction by an independent panel for breaching the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR). This penalty marks the second time the club has been docked points this season due to financial misconduct. The Premier League has strict regulations in place, stating that a club cannot exceed a financial loss
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino recently expressed his concerns about the lack of maturity in his squad after they were held to a 2-2 draw by Sheffield United. He mentioned that the team’s inability to compete effectively in back-to-back matches is a clear sign of immaturity, pointing out that their recent fixtures against Manchester United and
Casemiro, a key player for Real Madrid, has recently expressed his concerns about Manchester United’s performance this season. The team, which finished third last season, is currently sitting in sixth place in the Premier League table with 49 points. This disappointing position, 11 points behind fourth-placed Tottenham and a massive 22 points behind league leaders