Premier League clubs have recently come to a unanimous decision to introduce a new set of financial rules starting next season. The current Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) will be replaced by the more stringent Squad Cost Ratio rules, pending approval at the Annual General Meeting in June. Under these new regulations, clubs will be
Sheffield United has been dealt a blow by the English Football League (EFL) after defaulting on payments to other clubs during the 2022-2023 season. The EFL has announced that the club will be deducted two points at the start of the next season in which they are under the jurisdiction of the league. Additionally, a
Inter Miami CF recently faced defeat in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series against CF Monterrey, with the team’s head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino attributing the loss to Major League Soccer roster rules. Martino expressed his frustration with the limitations imposed by these rules, claiming that they prevent MLS teams from competing at the same
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,
Former Brazil international Dani Alves has made headlines recently for an unexpected act of kindness. Alves returned €150,000 to the father of Neymar Jr. The money was originally given to him to help with his defense against a sexual assault charge, for which he was later convicted. Alves, 40, was sentenced to 4½ years in
The clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Barcelona was not just a display of skill on the pitch but also a tactical battle between two formidable coaches, Luis Enrique and Xavi Hernandez. Xavi’s meticulous planning and strategic substitutions ultimately led to Barcelona’s victory. On the other hand, Enrique’s questionable lineup decisions and inability to adapt
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 MLS board of governors recently approved a series of changes to the league’s roster rules aimed at providing teams with greater flexibility in constructing their rosters. These changes, which include adjustments to designated players, contract buyouts, and general allocation money, are set to go into effect when the summer transfer window opens on July
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.
After securing their first major trophy in 40 years, Athletic Club players in Bilbao took to the streets for an impromptu celebration. Videos on social media captured the players, including captain Iker Muniain and forward Iñaki Williams, reveling in the moment alongside hundreds of fans. The atmosphere was festive, with music from an amateur band,