Jürgen Klopp surprised many when he made a return to management by taking charge of Borussia Dortmund for a testimonial game. The match was held to honor former Dortmund players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski, who were part of Klopp’s successful teams between 2008 and 2015. Another player bid farewell to the club, Mats Hummels,
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Wayne Rooney recently showcased his talent on the pitch once again during a legends game between Manchester United and Celtic at Old Trafford. The iconic striker proved that he still has what it takes by scoring a sensational free kick that left fans in awe. This display of skill served as a reminder of Rooney’s
Max Kilman’s £40 million transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers to West Ham United has not only made waves in the Premier League but has also had a significant impact on non-league side Maidenhead United. The move, which saw Maidenhead benefit from a clause inserted in Kilman’s contract, highlights the potential for lower league clubs to reap
The issue of an overcrowded calendar affecting the health and performance of professional soccer players has been a topic of discussion lately. Manchester City midfielder and Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne expressed his concerns about the increasing number of fixtures in both club and international competitions. De Bruyne highlighted the tight schedule that players have
Recent reports have suggested that Chelsea’s majority shareholder, Clearlake Capital, is not looking to sell their stake in the club amidst rumors of a power struggle within the ownership group. According to sources close to the situation, Clearlake is focused on providing stability for the club in the long term, rather than engaging in buyout
When Jack Grealish returned to Manchester City this summer after being left out of England’s squad for Euro 2024, Pep Guardiola had a straightforward message for him. His omission from the national team was unexpected, especially considering his status as the face of a popular brand’s summer ad campaign. Guardiola, however, saw it as an
Conor Gallagher, former Chelsea midfielder, recently spoke out about his departure from the club during the summer transfer window. Despite the circumstances surrounding his exit, he only had positive things to say about his time at Chelsea. Gallagher mentioned that he has nothing but good memories and special moments from his time at his boyhood
The conversation around female coaches in men’s football has been ongoing for years, with many like Emma Hayes highlighting the significant obstacles that still exist. Despite Hayes’ impressive resume of titles and accolades, she acknowledges that the acceptance of women in coaching roles for men’s teams is still a long way off. The reluctance of
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has emphasized the need for stability at the Premier League club in order to achieve success, drawing comparisons to the consistent success he experienced with his national team, Spain. According to Cucurella, the key to success lies in allowing the coach to transmit his ideas without constant changes in leadership, providing
One of the big names whose contract expires in 2025 is Mohamed Salah. After a recent win over Manchester United, Salah hinted that this could be his final season with Liverpool. The club rejected a substantial offer to sign him back in 2023, showing their desire to keep the prolific forward. However, if a big