Lee Carsley believes Jadon Sancho has “huge potential” to return to the England squad after a successful summer move to Chelsea. Sancho, who had fallen out of favor at Manchester United following a public dispute with Erik ten Hag, spent much of the 2023/24 season on loan at Borussia Dortmund. He had a strong campaign in Germany, helping Dortmund reach the Champions League final and making 14 Bundesliga appearances. A permanent return to Old Trafford was unlikely, with United making it clear they were open to selling Sancho. His move finally materialized on deadline day, as he joined Chelsea on…
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Arne Slot has addressed the challenge of finding the best role for Darwin Nunez, as the forward continues to struggle for a regular place in Liverpool’s starting lineup. Nunez has made seven appearances for the Reds so far in the 2024/25 season, including four in the Premier League, with three of those coming off the bench. While Diogo Jota appears to be Slot’s preferred striker, Nunez has yet to secure a consistent spot, often limited to cup games or late substitutions. A potential role for Nunez on the left wing is available, but with Luis Diaz in excellent form and…
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has acknowledged that he is not the one responsible for making the final decision on manager Erik ten Hag’s future. Ten Hag, who survived a review of his position over the summer, is facing significant pressure after a poor start to the season, with fans calling for his dismissal following just three wins in the team’s last ten games. When asked by BBC Sport if he still supports Ten Hag, Ratcliffe replied: “I don’t want to answer that question. “I like Erik. I think he’s a very good coach, but ultimately, it’s not my…
Enzo Maresca has downplayed Chelsea’s chances of challenging Arsenal and Manchester City for the Premier League title, stating that his side is not yet ready to compete at that level. Despite a surprisingly strong start to the season, with Chelsea sitting fourth in the table—just one point behind Arsenal and City and two behind leaders Liverpool—Maresca believes it’s too early to consider them as genuine title contenders. “I don’t think we can compete with City and Arsenal,” Maresca said in a press conference. “We are not ready. City have had the same manager for nine years, Arsenal for five. Competing…
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has shared insights on the challenging task of facing Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, stating that only two center-backs can effectively stop the Norwegian goal-scoring sensation, as reported by Metro. In a recent interview, Rudiger referred to Haaland as an “absolute beast” due to his remarkable physicality and power. With an impressive tally of 10 goals in just six Premier League games, Haaland has left defenders scrambling for solutions. Having faced Haaland four times, Rudiger admitted he has struggled to contain the 24-year-old. “When I see his goals, if you put a high cross to the…
Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has seen a substantial decrease in his transfer value. As per the latest valuation from Transfermarkt released on Friday, Osimhen is now valued at €75 million, down from €100 million prior to his loan move to Galatasaray. Despite this drop, the 25-year-old remains the most valuable player in the Turkish Super Lig. Former Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri and fellow Morocco World Cup star Sofiyan Amrabat follow closely behind Osimhen, both valued at €22 million each.
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has expressed admiration for Chelsea duo Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer, highlighting their talent. Rudiger, a former Chelsea player, referred to Jackson and Palmer as “very good players” ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League match against Nottingham Forest this weekend. “I always watch their games when I can, especially if I’m not playing myself. There’s a tremendous amount of talent there,” Rudiger told The Inside Scoop. He continued, “I’m particularly pleased for Nicolas Jackson, as he’s finally starting to score goals. Overall, he is a fantastic player. He was just a bit unlucky with his finishing,…
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has affirmed that manager Erik ten Hag retains the support of the dressing room. Maguire made his comments after the team squandered a two-goal lead to draw 3-3 with FC Porto in the Europa League on Thursday night. Speculation about Ten Hag’s future had arisen ahead of the match following a 3-0 defeat to Tottenham last Sunday. With United facing another potential loss in Portugal, Maguire rose to head in the equalizer during added time. The Red Devils now sit with just two points from their first two Europa fixtures as they prepare to face…
The youngest player to ever score in the competition, Lamine Yamal netted a stunning goal in the semi-final and earned a place in the team of the tournament, playing a key role in his national team’s famous triumph. Carrying that form into the 2024/25 season, Yamal has been remarkable at club level as well, contributing to nine goals—four goals and five assists—in just eight La Liga games. One player Yamal has come up against several times in his young career is Real Madrid and Germany center-back Antonio Rudiger. Speaking on the podcast The Inside Scoop, Rudiger shared his admiration for…
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has stated that his team will approach their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya as if they are “World Cup” finals. The Super Eagles will host the Mediterranean Knights at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, October 11, before facing them again in Benina four days later. “We’re playing Libya back-to-back, and we’ll maintain the same approach as in previous matches. However, it’s one game at a time, so the third game against Libya is a World Cup final,” Eguavoen told Brila FM. He added, “No game…
Former Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has expressed interest in managing the England national team. Lampard has emerged as one of the potential candidates following Gareth Southgate’s resignation after Euro 2024. The Football Association (FA) has appointed Lee Carsley as interim manager of the national team. Speaking on “The Sports Agents” podcast, Lampard acknowledged that leading the national team would be an appealing opportunity for any English manager. He said: “As an English player with over 100 caps, and someone who’s very proud to represent the country, the England job is something I never really imagined. I played many times for…
Former Ivory Coast manager Hervé Renard has revealed that he was close to becoming the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, replacing Finidi George. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is still seeking a permanent coach for the national team, with Augustine Eguavoen currently acting as caretaker for the upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Libya. Renard, a two-time AFCON champion and former coach of Ivory Coast, Saudi Arabia, and France’s women’s national team, was one of the top candidates for the job. In an interview with L’Équipe, as reported by Brila FM, Renard disclosed that the NFF had approached him and…
Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has named Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest footballer of all time and the best player to have ever worn the Real Madrid jersey. In a video with 90Min, Casillas ranked Ronaldo above French legend Zinedine Zidane, despite also acknowledging Zidane’s greatness. When asked to choose between the two, Casillas ultimately picked Ronaldo. The former Spain No. 1 also praised former Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos, choosing him over iconic players like Roberto Carlos, Xabi Alonso, Kaká, Luka Modric, Raúl, and Luís Figo before considering Zidane. Speaking via Goal, Casillas said, “Cristiano sells a lot…
Real Madrid attacker Endrick has shared his thoughts on his playing time at the Santiago Bernabéu, admitting that securing a starting role in Carlo Ancelotti’s team is a challenge. The Brazilian youngster spoke after Real Madrid’s 1-0 defeat to Ligue 1 side LOSC Lille in the Champions League on Wednesday. Endrick, who joined Los Blancos in the summer from Palmeiras for a reported €60 million, was given his first start in the match but admitted it was a difficult experience. While the 18-year-old was excited to be in the starting lineup, playing alongside fellow Brazilian Vinicius Jr., he struggled to…
Ademola Lookman praised Atalanta’s impressive 3-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk, as reported by DAILY POST. The win, achieved during matchday two on Wednesday, marked La Dea’s first triumph in this season’s UEFA Champions League. “I’m very happy with the victory. Tonight’s win was crucial for us to strengthen our position in Europe,” Lookman told Sky Sports. Atalanta began their Champions League campaign with a 0-0 home draw against Arsenal, and Lookman emphasized the significance of building on that performance. “After our first game against Arsenal, we needed to deliver a solid performance. Scoring goals and winning tonight was essential as…
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has clinched the 46th trophy of his illustrious career, further solidifying his status as the most decorated footballer of all time. His latest achievement comes from Inter Miami’s victory in the Supporters’ Shield, which follows a thrilling 3-2 win against the Columbus Crew on Wednesday, where Messi scored twice. The Supporters’ Shield is awarded to the team with the best regular-season record in Major League Soccer (MLS). Messi made history earlier this year by leading the Herons to victory in the Leagues Cup, marking the 44th trophy of his career, and then contributed to Argentina’s…
Man Utd secured a 3-3 draw against Porto in the Europa League.Erik ten Hag’s side initially held a 2-0 lead before squandering it.The hosts appeared poised to hand United a defeat until Harry Maguire’s late header. Harry Maguire saved Manchester United from defeat with a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time, securing a 3-3 draw against Porto in the Europa League on Thursday night. United started strongly, with Marcus Rashford giving Erik ten Hag’s team an early lead, followed by Rasmus Hojlund scoring his first goal of the season to double the advantage. However, Porto clawed their way back into the…
Former Napoli striker Emanuele Calaio has suggested that Antonio Conte chose Romelu Lukaku over Victor Osimhen because of Lukaku’s leadership qualities. Conte, who took over as manager of the former Serie A champions this summer, made the decision to sideline Osimhen from the first team. As a result, Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan, despite interest from Chelsea and clubs in Saudi Arabia. Calaio explained to Napoli Magazine, “Osimhen is stronger than Lukaku, but Conte evidently chose the Belgian because he is a locker room leader.” He added, “Did you see what he did with Monza? It was clear…
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen remains optimistic that the team can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite their disappointing performance in the qualifiers. Currently, the three-time African champions sit second from the bottom of their group, having earned only three points from four matches. In contrast, Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin Republic are joint leaders with seven points each from the same number of games. Eguavoen believes there is still an opportunity to turn their qualifying campaign around, but he emphasized the need for a strong mentality among the players to achieve this goal. “It has…
Ademola Lookman delivered a stellar performance as Atalanta secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in their Champions League group stage clash. The Nigerian winger contributed both a goal and an assist, playing a key role in helping the Italian side earn their first win of the competition. Despite dealing with several injuries, Atalanta started strong, with Lookman assisting Berat Djimsiti for the opening goal in the 15th minute. Djimsiti’s chest control and volley marked his first-ever Champions League goal. After hitting the crossbar earlier, Lookman found the back of the net in the 58th minute, doubling Atalanta’s lead…