“With the World Cup now on his CV, Rodri holds all the major titles: the World Cup, European Championship, Champions League and Ballon d’Or,” notes Owen Bagnall. “Has anyone else ever ticked every major box in the sport in this way?” A select group have, but it remains an exclusive club. Franz Beckenbauer and Gerd […]
Continue ReadingEverton have brought in Holly McNamara on a free transfer following the expiration of her contract with Melbourne City. The 23-year-old forward has twice claimed the A-League Women’s Golden Boot. Everton stated they beat “a broad spectrum of elite clubs from Europe and the United States” to secure McNamara’s signature. She becomes the fourth summer […]
Continue ReadingStephen Robinson voiced his dissatisfaction with the Premier Sports Cup structure after leading Aberdeen to a second successive victory in Group A. Robinson, who lifted the trophy while in charge of St Mirren the previous campaign, believes the initial group phase of the League Cup is scheduled too early in the calendar. The Dons secured […]
Continue ReadingArsenal might be the top-flight club most impacted by the World Cup. The North London side are nervously awaiting news on William Saliba’s condition; he had been dealing with a back complaint before the same injury cut short his involvement in the tournament. The defender has yet to undergo evaluation by Arsenal’s medical staff, but […]
Continue ReadingThe top Lithuanian club might have to compete in a landmark Champions League qualification match later this month away from home, having leased their home ground for a performance by American musician Pitbull. On Tuesday evening, FK Kauno Zalgiris, winners of the Toplyga, defeated Kosovo’s title-holders Dritam 3-2, advancing 4-3 on aggregate to earn a […]
Continue ReadingCrystal Palace, newly back in the Women’s Super League, have completed the signing of forward Bethany England. The ex-Tottenham skipper, whose deal ran out at the end of the season, has agreed a two-year contract that includes an option to extend for an additional 12 months. Aged 32, she brings a wealth of experience, having […]
Continue ReadingNoemie Mouchon, a French forward, has joined Everton on a free transfer from Leicester City. The 23-year-old arrives after spending two years with Leicester, where she was part of the team that dropped out of the Women’s Super League in May. She started her football journey at her childhood side Lille, then had a one‑year […]
Continue ReadingDundee failed to advance beyond the group phase in the previous campaign, and Airdrieonians’ narrow 1-0 victory at Dens Park contributed to that early exit. The team managed by Steven Pressley went on to enjoy a fairly steady top-flight season and were never truly threatened by the prospect of dropping down a division. On Saturday, […]
Continue ReadingOver 14 years, Putellas stood as the leading figure for Barcelona, collecting a staggering 38 major honors, among them 10 domestic championships and four European Cups. The finest stretch of her career arrived in 2021 and 2022 when she claimed consecutive Ballon d’Or awards, though an anterior cruciate ligament tear just before Euro 2022 dealt […]
Continue ReadingCrystal Palace, newly promoted to the Women’s Super League, are close to acquiring midfielder Sierra Enge from French club Strasbourg. The 26-year-old from the United States has settled on a two-year contract with the Eagles, with the move subject to international clearance. She will be manager Jo Potter’s first addition since the side regained their […]
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