Declan Rice played every minute of the group stage, while Kieran Trippier almost did the same, being withdrawn only shortly before the end of the 0-0 draw with Slovenia on matchday three. Although it might be too early to consider either player a doubt for the Slovakia clash, their current status raises some questions. While the rest of the squad, excluding Phil Foden—who is back home for the birth of his third child—trained on the outside pitches at England’s base, Rice and Trippier stayed indoors to work on individual programs. Journalist Henry Winter described these activities as “load management.” Since…
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Jude Bellingham entered the tournament as one of the frontrunners for the Ballon d’Or, thanks to an exceptional debut season with Real Madrid. He started strong, impressing in England’s opening victory against Serbia. However, his performances took a downturn during the subsequent draws with Denmark and Slovenia, leading to widespread criticism. This dip in form has even led some to call for manager Gareth Southgate to bench Bellingham for the upcoming last-16 match against Slovakia. In response, Southgate emphasized that he is focused on finding a solution to England’s struggling attack. He addressed the media, stating that his discussions with…
Barcelona made a concerted effort to retain their promising young forward, Marc Guiu, according to transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano. The journalist revealed that the club presented Guiu with significantly improved salary offers and a higher release clause. Over the past few months, Barcelona made more than two proposals in a bid to persuade him to remain at the club. Despite these efforts, Guiu had already decided to join Chelsea. Reports suggest that the Premier League club activated his €6 million release clause. Following a verbal agreement, Guiu is set to sign a contract with Chelsea that will keep him…
The upcoming European Championship this summer might mark Gareth Southgate’s final tournament as manager of the England national team. Southgate has been under intense scrutiny due to the team’s underwhelming performances thus far in the competition. England has only managed to secure one victory at Euro 2024, beating Serbia, while their matches against Denmark and Slovenia ended in draws. The lackluster performances have sparked criticism from fans and former players alike, who are disappointed with the team’s showing. Despite the mixed results, the Football Association (FA) has reportedly already started planning for the possibility of Southgate’s departure. According to talkSPORT,…
The latest transfer rumor from the Chelsea camp has certainly grabbed attention this afternoon, uniting the fan base in a shared hope that the deal will materialize. However, the rumor seems to be on shaky ground, and while it might not be entirely impossible, it appears highly improbable at the moment. The buzz revolves around an exclusive report from The Daily Mail, which has Chelsea fans fervently wishing for it to come true. The report claims that conversations have been held between Chelsea and Newcastle United regarding the potential transfer of Alexander Isak, the Swedish international striker. Chelsea has reportedly…
Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton has attracted interest from Bundesliga club RB Leipzig, who are reportedly in discussions with Liverpool about a potential move this summer. Although no agreement has been reached, Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg revealed on X (formerly known as Twitter) that Leipzig is considering a loan deal for Morton, a proposal that Liverpool is reportedly not pleased with. Morton, who has had previous loan spells at Blackburn Rovers and Hull City, has found it challenging to secure regular playing time at Liverpool. This lack of playing opportunities has prompted Liverpool to lean towards a permanent transfer rather…
Rachel Daly, the prominent England forward, has officially announced her retirement from international football. At 32 years old, Daly has been a key player for the Lionesses, contributing significantly to their European Championship victory and being a crucial part of the squad that reached the Women’s World Cup final last year. Despite her success, including winning the WSL Golden Boot last season, Daly has decided to shift her focus entirely to her club career. In a heartfelt statement, Daly expressed her bittersweet feelings about stepping away from the international stage. “I would love nothing more than to play for England…
Manchester United are aiming to finalize a new contract for manager Erik ten Hag before their pre-season tour of the United States, set to begin in the second half of July. Following a comprehensive post-season review by the club’s new sporting hierarchy, it was decided that Ten Hag remains the best choice to lead the team forward, despite earlier speculation that the Dutchman might be sacked two years into his three-year contract. As part of their commitment to Ten Hag, Manchester United are working to secure a new deal for him. According to The Times, discussions regarding this proposed contract…
Ratcliffe’s INEOS company has acquired a substantial stake in Manchester United, purchasing a quarter of the company’s shares at $33 per share, with this minority takeover announced on Christmas Eve. Manchester United fans have expressed considerable joy over this development, largely due to the fact that it reduces the influence of the much-criticized Glazer family at Old Trafford. However, recent quotes from a L’Equipe interview with Nice defender Dante may temper expectations regarding Ratcliffe’s ownership. Dante, the current captain of Nice, has played for the club since Ratcliffe purchased it in 2019. In his interview, Dante criticized INEOS’ management of…
Real Madrid has officially confirmed the departure of their captain, Nacho Fernandez, after a remarkable 23-year tenure at the club. Nacho joined Real Madrid as a 10-year-old from his local side in Alcala de Henares and has been a part of the club ever since. Now, at the age of 34, he leaves with an impressive collection of 26 trophies. During his time at Real Madrid, Nacho won six Champions League titles and four La Liga titles, with the last of each coming during his tenure as captain. Nacho assumed the captaincy following the departure of Marcelo and held the…