Arsenal is reportedly eyeing a major transfer coup by targeting Bayern Munich’s versatile midfielder Joshua Kimmich. According to Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, the North London club is keen on securing the services of the 29-year-old German international this summer. Joshua Kimmich has earned acclaim as one of Europe’s most complete midfielders, renowned for his exceptional passing, vision, and defensive abilities. His capability to excel in both midfield and at right-back adds a valuable dimension to any squad. Currently focused on representing Germany at the European Championships, Kimmich’s club future has sparked intense speculation. Arsenal’s interest in Kimmich aligns with…
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Chelsea fans are astounded by Cole Palmer’s weekly earnings since joining Stamford Bridge. Following Clearlake Capital and Todd Boehly’s acquisition of the club two years ago, Chelsea has engaged in some questionable transfer dealings, surpassing £1 billion in spending on transfers and lavish contracts. While many signings have underperformed, Cole Palmer has been a standout exception. The 22-year-old moved from Manchester City to Chelsea last summer and excelled in his debut season in London, scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists in 34 league appearances in the 2023-24 season. He capped off the year by winning the Premier League Young…
Born on May 13, 1993, Romelu Lukaku is a professional footballer currently on loan at Roma from Chelsea, and a key player for the Belgium national team. Despite facing criticism, Lukaku has achieved outstanding feats that often go unnoticed. Here are seven impressive football records set by Romelu Lukaku: 1. Lukaku is the first black player to score double-digit goals in eleven consecutive seasons across Europe’s top five leagues, starting from the 2012-2013 EPL season with West Bromwich Albion and continuing through stints at Everton, Manchester United, Inter Milan, Chelsea, and AS Roma. 2. He is Belgium’s all-time top scorer…
Portugal’s captain Cristiano Ronaldo responded to his team’s Euro 2024 victory over Turkey, expressing pride in Portugal as they secured a 3-0 win on Saturday. The Al Nassr forward also conveyed his joy as Portugal clinched the top spot in Group F with 6 points from two matches. Goals from Bernardo Silva, an own goal by Samet Akaydin, and Bruno Fernandes secured the victory for Portugal. Ronaldo took to Instagram to share his reaction, stating, “In a hurry and first place guaranteed. Proud of this team. We are Portugal.” Portugal’s upcoming final group match will be against Georgia.
Antonio Conte, the new Napoli manager, is keen to arrange a face-to-face meeting with Victor Osimhen to discuss his future amidst uncertainty about a potential departure from the club. Conte aims to persuade the Super Eagles striker to stay with Napoli, especially since no club is currently willing to meet his €130m release clause. Meanwhile, Chelsea and Manchester United have redirected their attention to younger forwards such as Samuel Omorodion and Joshua Zirkzee. Arsenal, on the other hand, reportedly initiated talks with Viktor Gyökeres. PSG has not yet submitted a bid, leaving Al Ahli and Al Hilal as the only…
At least three teams have secured their places in the Round of 16 at Euro 2024. Portugal secured their spot by defeating Turkey 3-0 on Saturday. Bernardo Silva opened the scoring in the 21st minute, followed by an own goal from Samet Akaydin seven minutes later. Cristiano Ronaldo assisted Bruno Fernandes for Portugal’s third goal. With this victory, Portugal joins Spain and Germany in the next round, all three teams having collected the maximum six points from two matches.
Chelsea have completed a £19 million deal to acquire Omari Kellyman, a promising young forward currently on loan at Aston Villa. Despite concerns about adhering to Financial Fair Play guidelines, Chelsea continues to invest heavily in young talent. Alongside Kellyman, the club has also secured signings like Carney Chukwuemeka, Angelo, Cesare Casadei, Diego Moreira, and Deivid Washington. Stamford Bridge is set to welcome other promising youngsters including Estevao Willian and Kendry Paez in the near future. Following his loan spell at Aston Villa, Chelsea paid £20 million to secure Carney Chukwuemeka. Reports suggest the club is close to finalizing the…
Argentine captain Lionel Messi praised Rodrigo De Paul for facilitating his integration with his national teammates, highlighting that De Paul’s personality reminded him of former Paris Saint-Germain winger Ezequiel Lavezzi. Messi and De Paul are known to be close friends. De Paul, who currently plays for Atletico Madrid, often accompanies Messi during training sessions and international matches for Argentina. Speaking on the Clank podcast (via Roy Nemer on X), Messi said: “It’s very challenging to integrate into groups, especially due to my personality. Rodrigo [De Paul] has helped me immensely. He really reminds me of Pocho [Ezequiel Lavezzi].”
Tobi Amusan was unable to defend her women’s 100m hurdles title at the 2024 African Athletics Championship due to illness. The current world record holder had aimed to secure her third consecutive gold medal in the event. She had previously won the women’s 100m hurdles in 2018 in Asaba and two years ago in Mauritius. Had Amusan competed and won, she would have joined Maria Usifo and Glory Alozie as the only athletes to achieve three consecutive African titles in the women’s 100m hurdles. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Adaobi Tabugo has already advanced to the final. Team Nigeria secured two gold medals…
Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has secured the first gold medal at the 2024 African Athletics Championship held in Douala, Cameroon. Enekwechi dominated the men’s shot put event with a throw of 21.20m, setting a new championship record. This victory marks Enekwechi’s third consecutive African Championship title in shot put, following previous wins in Asaba and Mauritius. He now shares the record for the most gold medals won by a male shot putter in the championship’s history. In the women’s discus throw, Ashley Anumba claimed the gold medal with a final-round throw of 59.30m. She outperformed fellow Nigerian Obiageri Amaechi, who secured…
Manchester United’s new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, expressed his desire for the Red Devils to reach the level currently held by Real Madrid. However, he acknowledged that achieving this goal will require significant time and effort. Real Madrid currently holds titles in both the UEFA Champions League and La Liga. In contrast, Manchester United finished 8th in the Premier League last season but clinched the FA Cup with a 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the final. “We see areas for improvement across the board at Manchester United, and we intend to enhance every aspect,” Ratcliffe stated. “Our aim is…
Celeste Arantes, the mother of Brazilian football legend Pele, passed away on Friday at the age of 101 after spending several years in a vegetative state. Her death comes two years after her son’s passing. Arantes, who married Joao Ramos do Nascimento at 16, dedicated her life to caring for her children. She was also the mother of another son, Jair, who passed away from cancer in 2020, the same illness that claimed Pele’s life. Pele, born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, famously won three World Cups (1958, 1962, and 1970) and was the only player in history to achieve this…
Chelsea’s inability to secure Olise has prompted them to explore alternative options to bolster their attacking lineup, with reports suggesting their interest in Juventus winger Federico Chiesa. Known for his pace, dribbling ability, and goal-scoring prowess, Chiesa’s versatility on both flanks makes him an appealing target for Chelsea, who seek to enhance their forward depth and dynamism. This pursuit of Chiesa marks a strategic shift for Chelsea as they aim to fill the void left by Olise’s potential departure. His experience in Serie A and strong performances at the international level underline his potential as a valuable addition to the…
Roberto Martinez responded assertively to questions about Cristiano Ronaldo’s ability to handle a full Euro 2024 campaign, as Portugal’s manager adopted a defensive stance ahead of their clash with Turkey. Martinez defended Ronaldo’s capabilities despite concerns about his age and transition from the Saudi Pro League to the tournament. Highlighting Ronaldo’s extensive playing time and contributions, Martinez emphasized Ronaldo’s experience, goal-scoring prowess, and ability to create opportunities. “Cristiano brings invaluable experience, goal-scoring instincts, and the ability to create space,” Martinez stated. “His stats over the past year speak for themselves—he’s scored 51 goals in 50 games. Physically, he’s shown he…
Former French footballer Patrice Evra heavily criticized the officials following Netherlands’ 0-0 draw with France in the ongoing Euro 2024 championship in Germany. Evra asserted that the Dutch team had a legitimate goal disallowed during the match, specifically pointing out the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) officials’ decision to cancel Xavi Simons’s goal in the second half for offside. Speaking on Sony Sports Network’s Football Extraaa, Evra described the VAR’s ruling as “shocking” and humorously suggested that “Stevie Wonder was present in the VAR checking room tonight.” “It’s an appalling decision; that should have been counted as a goal. Someone needs…
N’Golo Kanté has made a triumphant return to the international stage, becoming the first player in Euro 2024 to clinch the Man of the Match award twice. His outstanding displays have revitalized his career and bolstered France’s campaign in the tournament. After a two-year absence from the French National Team, Kanté has proven that he remains a formidable force. He secured the top player accolade in France’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Austria. He continued his dominance in France’s subsequent match against the Netherlands, once again earning recognition as the standout player on the field. In the clash with the Netherlands,…
Turkey and Portugal are set to clash in their second Group F match at Euro 2024 on Saturday at 5 PM. Both teams enter the game on the back of victories in their opening matches, with Turkey defeating Georgia 3-1 and Portugal securing a 2-1 win over Czechia. Portugal’s coach Roberto Martinez may opt for several changes in his lineup. Diogo Jota and Francisco Conceicao, who made impactful contributions off the bench in the previous game, are pushing for more playing time. Conceicao scored the decisive goal in stoppage time, assisted by Pedro Neto, while Jota had a goal disallowed…
Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has suggested that Portugal’s chances of winning Euro 2024 hinge on Cristiano Ronaldo accepting a reduced role within the team. Shearer made these remarks ahead of Portugal’s upcoming match against Turkey on Saturday. After Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Czech Republic, where Ronaldo did not score, Shearer emphasized the importance of Ronaldo acknowledging that he cannot play a full 90 minutes in every game. “This will be crucial for Portugal’s prospects in winning the tournament. If he recognizes he can’t play 90 minutes every game, it could significantly boost their chances,” Shearer commented on BBC One. “When…
Chelsea is intensifying their pursuit of promising young talent by initiating talks with Boca Juniors for teenage defender Aaron Anselmino. Inspired by Real Madrid’s success in uncovering talents like Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Endrick, Chelsea has been active in the South American market since Todd Boehly’s ownership group took charge in 2022. Players such as Andrey Santos, Angelo Gabriel, Deivid Washington from Brazil, and upcoming arrivals like Willian Estevao and Kendry Paez have all been part of Chelsea’s recruitment strategy under this new approach. Now, Chelsea’s attention is on Anselmino. According to The Athletic, initial discussions have begun with Boca…
SS Lazio have joined the race to sign Manchester United outcast Mason Greenwood during the summer transfer window, according to reports. Talks are reportedly underway for a £30 million move. Greenwood, who spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Getafe in La Liga, was not reintegrated into Manchester United’s first-team following fan protests. The 22-year-old had faced suspension from United in January 2022 due to allegations that were later dropped in February 2023. During his loan spell at Getafe, Greenwood made 33 appearances in La Liga, scoring eight goals and assisting six more for his teammates. With his loan now…