Jürgen Klopp surprised many football fans with his unexpected return to management, as he took charge of Borussia Dortmund for a testimonial game. The game was organized to honor former Dortmund players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski, both of whom Klopp managed during his time at the club between 2008 and 2015. Mats Hummels, another
Max Kilman’s £40 million transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers to West Ham United was a major event in the summer transfer window. The ripple effect of this move was felt not only by the fans of the two clubs involved but also by non-league side Maidenhead United. This transfer shed light on the potential for smaller
Harry Kane’s disappointment over England’s Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain is still raw. Despite acknowledging the team’s achievement in reaching the final, Kane admitted that the defeat stung and continues to fuel his ambition. He described the tournament as challenging and highlighted the areas where England fell short of their expectations. Kane emphasized the
The majority shareholder at Chelsea Football Club, Clearlake Capital, has made it clear that they have no intentions of selling their stake in the club. Despite rumors of a power struggle among shareholders, sources close to the ownership have stated that Clearlake’s primary focus is on ensuring long-term stability at Stamford Bridge. This commitment to
Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne recently spoke out about the prioritization of money over player welfare by FIFA and UEFA. He expressed his worries about the increasing number of fixtures in both club and international competitions, especially after the expansion of all three European club competitions to 36 teams this season.
The international break special in soccer brought forth intriguing matchups, including the clash between Canada and the US Men’s National Team (USMNT). Canada, under the guidance of Jesse Marsch, showed promise after a fourth-place finish in Copa América but still seeks to make a mark at the upcoming 2026 World Cup. On the other hand,
When Jack Grealish returned to Manchester City this summer after being left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad, Pep Guardiola had a clear message for him. Despite the surprise of his omission, Guardiola saw it as an opportunity for Grealish to ignite himself and push for improvement. The hope is that City will benefit from
Conor Gallagher, the former Chelsea midfielder who recently signed with Atlético Madrid, has expressed only positive sentiments towards his time at Chelsea despite his tumultuous exit during the summer transfer window. Despite turning down multiple contract extension offers, Gallagher has chosen to focus on the positive memories and experiences he had while at the club.
Real Madrid could potentially be looking to offload winger Vinicius Junior after the signing of Kylian Mbappe according to reports from Sport. The club believes that they can succeed without the 24-year-old and may consider Athletic Club winger Nico Williams as a replacement. Williams, a standout performer for Spain, could be a strong fit for
Emma Hayes, the head coach of the United States women’s national team, recently spoke out about the challenges women face in breaking into the world of men’s football. Despite her impressive track record in the women’s game, Hayes believes that there is still a long way to go before women are given the opportunity to