According to Mail Sport, Todd Boehly is slated to step down as Chelsea chairman in 2027 as part of an extraordinary arrangement between the club’s American co-owners. This agreement allows them to rotate the chairmanship every five years, with the first opportunity arising at the end of the 2026/2027 season. Boehly, despite holding a minority stake, is understood to be the first to step aside under the terms of the group’s takeover. Clearlake Capital, managed by fellow owners Behdad Eghbali and Jose Feliciano, holds a 61.5% share in the club’s holding company, while Boehly shares the remaining 38.5% with Hansjorg…
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Former Ivory Coast and Zambia manager Herve Renard is aiming to guide a team to the 2026 World Cup in North America, marking his third appearance on the global stage. As Renard’s France squad prepares for the Summer Games, attention is already shifting beyond the upcoming fixtures since the Olympic draw announcement. Despite the immediate focus on facing Ireland and Sweden in the Euro qualification campaign, Renard has made it clear that he intends to step down from his role after the Olympics. In an interview with Le Figaro, Renard, the former Saudi Arabia manager, confirmed his departure plans, emphasizing…
Real Madrid received reassuring news regarding Eduardo Camavinga’s injury after the midfielder was forced off during France’s 3-2 victory over Chile on Tuesday. Camavinga, visibly in discomfort, left the pitch in the 44th minute, replaced by Matteo Guendouzi. Concerns arose about his availability for upcoming matches, including the Champions League quarter-final first leg against Manchester City, given his pivotal role in Madrid’s lineup. Initial reports suggested a sprained ankle, prompting further tests. However, subsequent assessments alleviated fears, classifying the injury as a “simple sprain.” Camavinga reported back to Valdebebas on Wednesday and is expected to undergo specialized recovery work with…
It has been disclosed that Toni Kroos is poised to extend his contract with Real Madrid, committing to the Spanish giants until 2025. The future of the German midfielder has garnered significant attention in recent weeks, especially with his current deal with Los Blancos set to expire at the end of the 2023/24 season. Following his impressive return to the German national men’s team during the March international friendlies, Kroos is expected to continue his journey with Madrid by signing a new extension, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. Since joining Madrid in 2014, Kroos has accumulated over 450 appearances for…
Chelsea advance to the Women’s Champions League semi-finals for the fifth time in seven seasons, with manager Emma Hayes eyeing the ultimate club football prize before departing to lead the United States women’s national team this summer. Leading the Women’s Super League (WSL), set to compete in the Conti Cup final on Sunday, and heading to the FA Cup semi-finals in mid-April, Chelsea retains hopes of securing a quadruple under Hayes’ leadership. In their quarter-final clash, Chelsea comfortably overcame Ajax, securing a 1-1 draw on the night following a commanding 3-0 victory in the first leg in Amsterdam. Though initially…
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne may be fit in time for the crucial Premier League showdown against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon. De Bruyne sat out City’s FA Cup quarter-final victory over Newcastle United earlier this month due to a groin injury and was subsequently absent from the Belgium squad for their matches against Republic of Ireland and England during the international break. However, ESPN has reported “optimism” within City about De Bruyne’s availability for the Arsenal clash. Despite most of the club’s senior players being away, the 32-year-old reportedly completed a training session with the…
Iconic Argentine footballer Lionel Messi recently addressed retirement during an episode of the Big Time Podcast, shedding light on his future plans as he navigates the twilight of his career. Since his move to Inter Miami in the summer of 2023, Messi has tallied 16 goals and seven assists in 19 appearances across various competitions. However, the 36-year-old has also grappled with injury concerns, raising questions about his longevity in the sport. Discussing his retirement plans, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner emphasized his self-awareness, acknowledging that he evaluates his performances critically. Messi expressed his readiness to step away from the…
Football transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has announced that Los Angeles FC has verbally agreed to acquire AC Milan forward Olivier Giroud. Romano shared this development through a tweet from his X account on Wednesday, stating: “LAFC has verbally agreed to sign Olivier Giroud on a contract lasting until December 2025! “After expressing interest in October and submitting a formal bid earlier this week, there’s an initial agreement established. “Although nothing has been signed yet, the deal is nearing completion. Here we go, soon.” Giroud, aged 37, joined Milan in 2021 after departing Chelsea.
Real Madrid’s president, Florentino Pérez, has voiced his enthusiasm regarding the imminent arrival of Brazilian prodigy Endrick at the club. Endrick, who has attracted interest from several top European teams, has sealed a move to Real Madrid, reinforcing the club’s reputation for nurturing elite young talents. In recent friendly matches against England and Spain, the 17-year-old showcased his talent by scoring two goals, underlining his potential on the international stage. After a 3-3 draw with Spain, in which Endrick found the net, Pérez, accompanied by teammates Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, visited the young forward in the dressing room. During the…
Inter Miami’s standout player Lionel Messi has openly discussed the challenges he faced in transitioning after his departure from Barcelona in 2021. Having been associated with Barcelona since the age of 13, Messi departed the LaLiga giants following the expiration of his contract. The 36-year-old then made a move to Paris Saint-Germain, where he initially struggled to adapt to life in the French capital. Despite encountering difficulties in his debut season with PSG, Messi found his footing and delivered impressive performances, notching 16 goals and providing 16 assists in Ligue 1 during the 2022-23 campaign. Reflecting on his experience, Messi…
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two contemporary football legends, have secured positions within the top 10 of Daily Mail’s esteemed list of the greatest 50 footballers of all time. Messi claimed the prestigious number one rank, whereas Ronaldo attained the tenth spot. The rankings underscore a notable disparity between Messi and Ronaldo, as emphasized by the publication. Interestingly, Brazilian forward Neymar did not secure a place on the list. Among the top 10 rankings, several other iconic players made appearances, including Pele, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, Johann Cruyff, Alfredo Di Stefano, Ronaldo Nazario, Garrincha, and Zico. Messi boasts an impressive…
Real Madrid, the Spanish giants, are set to clash with Athletic Club in a crucial match on Sunday night. Recent performances suggest that Real Madrid may secure a comfortable victory against Athletic Club. Over their last six matches across all competitions, the Madrid-based club has claimed four wins, with one draw and one loss. During this period, Real Madrid scored nine goals while conceding three to their opponents. In their previous encounter, Los Blancos secured a 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at San Mamés. Carlo Ancelotti, the Italian head coach of Real Madrid, aims to maintain their top position on…
Nantes, a Ligue 1 club, has announced that their Nigerian winger Moses Simon will be out of action for the remainder of the season. Simon sustained an injury during Nigeria’s 2-0 friendly loss to Mali in Marrakech on Tuesday night, requiring stretcher assistance after colliding with the Malian goalkeeper in the first half. The 28-year-old was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment, where it was confirmed that he had suffered a serious injury. Nantes has confirmed that Simon has a broken fibula, necessitating his absence for the rest of the 2023/24 season. In a statement, the club expressed their…
UEFA’s recent decision allows Manchester United to participate in the Europa League if they secure qualification, despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe remaining the owner at Nice. Under UEFA’s updated regulations, teams owned by the same individuals are typically prohibited from competing in the same tournaments. This would have potentially barred United from entering the Europa League next season, given their co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s majority stake in Ligue 1’s Nice. Manchester United, currently occupying sixth place in the Premier League, would secure Europa League qualification if they maintain their position. However, Nice also currently sits in a similar position in their…
Alonso’s remarkable performance this season has Bayer Leverkusen comfortably leading the Bundesliga, ten points ahead of Bayern Munich, and eyeing their maiden German title with eight matches left in the campaign. German football icon Lothar Matthäus opines that a potential summer transition to Liverpool wouldn’t be the most suitable move for the impressive Bayer Leverkusen coach, Xabi Alonso. Under Alonso’s guidance, Bayer Leverkusen has enjoyed an undefeated streak, currently boasting 34 victories and just 4 draws in 38 matches this season. Their dominance extends to cup competitions, with Leverkusen advancing to the German Cup semi-finals and the Europa League quarter-finals,…
Ukraine secured their place in a major tournament for the first time since the Russian invasion two years ago, rallying from behind to defeat Iceland 2-1 in a match held in Wroclaw, Poland. Albert Gudmundsson initially stunned the crowd, including a significant Ukrainian refugee population, by putting Iceland in the lead in the 30th minute. Iceland, with a population of under 400,000, aimed to return to the competition’s finals after reaching the quarter-finals in 2016. However, Ukraine, quarter-finalists in Euro 2020, leveled the score nine minutes into the second half with a brilliantly executed goal by Viktor Tsygankov from Spanish…
Manchester City faces another injury concern ahead of their Sunday clash with Arsenal in the Premier League. Man City’s Manuel Akanji is uncertain for Sunday’s match against Arsenal due to an injury. Reports indicate that Akanji has withdrawn from international duty with Switzerland, just five days before the crucial fixture against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. The defender, who has been a key figure in Pep Guardiola’s lineup this season with 34 appearances across all competitions, now faces a race to regain fitness. Switzerland manager Murat Yakin disclosed on Monday that the 28-year-old sustained a knock and will not participate…
Victor Osimhen’s tenure at Napoli seems to be reaching its conclusion, with the club willing to part ways with the Nigerian striker this summer. Italian publication Il Mattino reports that Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis is prepared to entertain offers for Osimhen, who appears eager to move on from the Serie A outfit. Following their long-awaited Scudetto triumph, De Laurentiis aimed to retain the core of his title-winning squad last summer. However, the departure of coach Luciano Spaletti, coupled with Bayern Munich’s activation of Kim Min-jae’s release clause, has left defensive voids. Despite interest from Paris Saint-Germain and a substantial…
Former Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri reportedly declined an offer from Premier League club Nottingham Forest to replace Nuno Espirito Santo. According to Alfredo Pedulla, Forest proposed a three-year contract for Sarri to take over immediately. However, Sarri intends to return to football in the summer and has rejected the offer. The 65-year-old, who parted ways with Lazio earlier this year, notably guided them to a second-place finish in Serie A last season. Currently, Forest is appealing their four-point deduction from the Premier League due to breaching profitability and sustainability rules. This penalty arose following their decision to delay the sale…
Barcelona has received a significant injury boost ahead of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg match against Paris Saint-Germain on April 10. According to reports from MARCA (via Barca Universal), Torres, who has been sidelined due to injury, has participated in team drills and is expected to feature in Barcelona’s La Liga fixture against Las Palmas on Saturday. Moreover, there are reports suggesting he could be available for the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash with PSG next month. The 24-year-old forward resumed training during the ongoing international break. Torres, who has contributed with 11 goals and four assists in…