In March, Tottenham reacted to the threat of relegation by making a major investment in Roberto De Zerbi, who was negotiating from an exceptionally strong position. Performances improved noticeably, and the club secured survival on the final day. Spurs have since spent a net £175m ($234m) to strengthen the squad, suggesting that the financial restraint […]
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Thomas Tuchel has been dealt several setbacks after Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford and Tino Livramento withdrew from the England squad because of injuries. James Garner and Morgan Gibbs-White have been added to strengthen the group ahead of the forthcoming Nations League fixtures. Palmer was recalled last Friday as Tuchel began a […]
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Today’s podcast features Faye Carruthers and Suzanne Wrack, who welcome Marva Kreel and Chris Paouros to review the weekend’s WSL matches. Chelsea put five goals past Manchester United, with five players finding the net. Crystal Palace demonstrated their competitive credentials by holding Arsenal to a draw at the Emirates, raising fresh concerns over whether dropped […]
Continue ReadingBayern Munich began their Champions League campaign in emphatic fashion with a 5-0 victory over Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt. The six-time champions struggled to break down Bodo/Glimt before the interval, but the contest changed when Jamal Musiala fired home the opening goal two minutes into the second half. Harry Kane headed in the second goal on […]
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Barcelona have intensified their efforts to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Manchester City midfielder Rodri. City still hope the World Cup-winning Spain captain will agree to a new contract after moving into the final year of his current deal. However, the club are reportedly prepared to let him leave for around £60m. Real […]
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The UK government imposed sanctions on Abramovich in March 2022 over his alleged connections to Russian president Vladimir Putin, claims he has rejected. After Russia invaded Ukraine, he received a special licence permitting him to sell Chelsea on the condition that he could demonstrate he would not profit from the transaction. The 59-year-old pledged that […]
Continue ReadingTonda Eckert, the head coach of Southampton, could be barred from all football-related activities for an extended period after the Football Association brought three misconduct charges against him. The charges stem from the Spygate affair and concern violations of FA regulations during secret operations to watch Championship training sessions of Middlesbrough, Ipswich, and Oxford without […]
Continue ReadingFootball is now facing the realities of a warming world. An examination of this year’s tournament reveals that almost 20% of the more than 100 matches occurred under heat and humidity levels that a global players’ organization has indicated should lead to game delays or postponements. A further 23 matches were played in host cities […]
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