Former Juventus defender Pietro Vierchowod says they should keep hold of Dusan Vlahovic. It’s been claimed Juve are willing to send Vlahovic to Chelsea in exchange for Romelu Lukaku. But Vierchowod told La Gazzetta dello Sport: “I would keep Vlahovic and not sign Lukaku, because he is almost entirely physical strength. “I have seen the … Read more
Barcelona coach Xavi was delighted with Lamine Yamal‘s performance in victory over Tottenham. The teen impressed in the 4-2 Joan Gamper Trophy win. “Lamine is a talent that we have to ‘dose’,” said Xavi. “It’s wonderful to see him play with this kind of cheek, but Ansu and Ferran were also very good. “Those who … Read more
Aug 8, 2023, 12:41 PM ET A 29-year-old soccer fan was killed in fierce overnight clashes between rival supporters in the Greek capital, prompting European football governing body UEFA to postpone a Champions League qualifying game between AEK Athens and Croatia’s Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday. Eight fans were also injured in the extensive clashes outside … Read more
The start of the new Premier League season is just days away and clubs have been frantically trying to prepare themselves. It’s been a summer of transfer activity like no other among most of the Big Six. Manchester City‘s squad will look very different, while Arsenal have embarked on what they hope is an upgrade … Read more
Aug 8, 2023, 06:59 PM ET The summer transfer window is now open in Europe, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals! TOP STORY: Chelsea, PSG talk Neymar deal Chelsea have held talks over a potential transfer of … Read more
PSV Eindhoven will begin a two-leg tie with Strum Graz in the third round of UEFA Champions League qualifying on Tuesday on Paramount+. PSV finished second in the Dutch Eredivisie last season, while Strum Graz was second in the Austrian Bundesliga and has already begun their 2023-24 league campaign with a pair of victories. Both … Read more
Getty Images The UEFA Champions League qualifier between AEK Athens and Dinamo Zagreb slated for Tuesday has been postponed after a fan was stabbed and killed in Greece. A 29-year-old Athens supporter died after clashes between the two sets of fans outside Agia Sophia Stadium on Monday evening. According to police, eight others involved were … Read more
Chelsea have confirmed Christopher Nkunku has undergone knee surgery. The France striker suffered the injury in Chicago last Thursday during their 1-1 preseason draw with Borussia Dortmund. The Blues released a statement earlier today: “Nkunku has sustained a knee injury which will rule the forward out for an extended period. “The 25-year-old has undergone an … Read more
play Postecoglou rubbishes talk of Kane to Bayern deadline (1:00)Tottenham’s Ange Postecoglou addresses talk of Harry Kane leaving the club for Bayern Munich. (1:00) Bayern Munich are deciding whether to give up on their attempts to sign Harry Kane after Tottenham rejected their latest offer for the England captain, sources told ESPN. Sources with knowledge … Read more
play Gustavsson proud of Matildas’ maturity against Denmark (1:21)Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson praises his team’s response to adversity through the tournament, and how they handled a challenging Denmark side. (1:21) Aug 8, 2023, 01:46 AM ET The Matildas stand on the edge of Australian footballing history. For the fourth time Australia have reached the quarterfinals … Read more
