USMNT’s Sargent returns after 4 months out

Dec 30, 2023, 09:23 AM ET Josh Sargent played for the first time since August on Friday. Photo by Kevin Hodgson/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images United States forward Josh Sargent returned from an ankle injury that sidelined him for fourth months, coming on as a substitute in the 78th minute of Norwich’s 1-0 loss at Millwall … Read more

Poch insists he will be involved in Jan. transfers

play Burley: Chelsea looked ‘mediocre’ despite win vs. Palace (1:36)Craig Burley says it was more of the same from a subpar Chelsea side who narrowly held on for a 2-1 win against Crystal Palace. (1:36) Dec 30, 2023, 07:31 AM ET Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino said he is confident of having a say when the … Read more

City beat Sheff. Utd, but KdB return must wait

ByReuters Manchester City ended a run of three successive Premier League home draws with a comfortable 2-0 victory over bottom club Sheffield United on Saturday. Goals by Rodri and Julian Álvarez in each half barely did justice to City’s dominance as they enjoyed 84% possession in a routine win that at times resembled a training … Read more

Osimhen teases Chelsea fans over future transfer

Chelsea target Victor Osimhen has dropped another hint about his long term future. Osimhen recently signed a new contract with last season’s Serie A champions Napoli. However, the forward is a huge target for the Blues and will have a release clause in that contract. This week, a fan wrote on X: “Happy Birthday Victor … Read more

Newcastle manager Howe: We must prove we can bounce back

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has had no reassurances about his team’s ability to spend in January. While the Magpies are owned by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, finances are tight. Financial Fair Play means the club cannot spend lavishly on signings without showing increased revenue. On spending, Howe stated: “No, we haven’t had … Read more

Recapping some of the year’s best — and worst — moments

Welcome to Onside/Offside! Each week, Luis Miguel Echegaray discusses the latest from the soccer world, including standout performances, games you might have missed, what to keep an eye on in the coming days and of course, certain things that probably deserved extra love and criticism. This week — and to use a little poetic license … Read more

Big Prem four circle Girona for Miguel Gutierrez

Premier League giants are circling Girona for wing-back Miguel Gutierrez. The left-sided defender moved to Girona only last summer from Real Madrid and has played a key role in their stunning success this season. Okdiario says Manchester City, Arsenal, although especially Chelsea and Tottenham are all interested in Gutierrez. Chelsea are particularly keen and are … Read more