COMMENT: Will it work? Indeed, does it work? This multi-club model that Chelsea have just entered into. Does the system actually benefit the principle club involved…? So Chelsea, or better yet ‘BlueCo’, have their first official club partner. Strasbourg, much to the concern of their fans and supporter groups, are now the first member of … Read more
COMMENT: Andre Onana to Manchester United? It fits, doesn’t it? It makes sense. At least, that’s on the Old Trafford side. But why are Inter Milan giving him up? And doing so, so easily…? We’re not talking conspiracies here. We’re not trying to raise doubts. As we say, this deal simply fits. The form. The … Read more
play Are Wrexham more popular than MLS? (1:55)Herculez Gomez and Sebastian Salazar debate whether or not Wrexham are more popular in the States than MLS. (1:55) Jun 24, 2023, 12:29 PM ET Wrexham defender Ben Tozer has criticised the English Football League (EFL) ban on towels to dry the ball before long throw-ins, claiming the … Read more
Former Southampton academy chief Malcolm Ellis admits Gareth Bale was one game away from being released as a teen. The former attacker has since gone on to become Wales’ greatest player. But Elias, who worked at Southampton‘s academy during the 2000s, said on a new documentary about the former Tottenham and Real Madrid star: “Everybody … Read more
Cesare Casadei says he’s never had any regrets joining Chelsea last summer. The midfielder made the surprise move from Inter Milan. “It’s an experience that is teaching me a lot in every aspect,” he said. “I’m really happy with the choice I made along with my agent Paolo Busard?. It wasn’t the easiest option, but … Read more
Ilkay Gundogan is celebrating his move to Barcelona in Spain. The former Manchester City captain has committed to a three-year deal with Barca. The move will be formalised when his contract at City expires this week. And Gundogan is celebrating the move with a holiday in Ibiza. The veteran spent time with several of his … Read more
play Why elite footballers need more time to rest (2:26)Craig Burley passionately explains why modern footballers are playing too many games. (2:26) Jun 24, 2023, 06:33 AM ET Portugal international Ruben Neves is joining Al Hilal from Premier League side Wolves on a three-year deal, the Saudi Arabian club announced on Friday. Wolves did not … Read more
play Craig Burley furious after referee Anthony Taylor harangued by Roma fans (4:46)After footage emerged of Anthony Taylor being abused by Roma fans at an airport, Craig Burley blames Jose Mourinho and other managers for setting such a bad example. (4:46) Jun 23, 2023, 11:56 AM ET Roma manager Jose Mourinho has asked to step … Read more
Brazil and Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior (right) was one of the stars who were swamped by pitch invaders at the match organised by Ronaldinho (left). Thru Lenses Media If Lionel Messi is wondering what attention his imminent arrival at Inter Miami CF in MLS will attract from Florida fans, events in Orlando on Friday … Read more
Manchester City are planning a move for PSG fullback Achraf Hakimi. City see Hakimi as a potential replacement for Joao Cancelo, who is up for sale after his loan with Bayern Munich. Marca says City have previously looked at Hakimi and intends to make a serious attempt again. With three years on his deal, City … Read more
