Luis Enrique issues verdict on PSG’s growing injury list
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique insists his side must “adapt” amid a growing list of injury casualties that now includes club captain Marquinhos. The reigning Ligue 1 and European champions announced on Friday that Marquinhos faces several weeks on the sidelines after sustaining a left thigh injury in Monday’s 1-0 loss to Marseille. The setback […]
Hansi Flick eyeing prolific African striker as Lewandowski replacement
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is reportedly keen on recruiting Borussia Dortmund’s Guinean striker Serhou Guirassy as the Blaugrana ready themselves for life after aging Polish hitman Robert Lewandowski. The 37-year-old striker has enjoyed one of the most decorated careers in European football, firing goals for Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and now Barcelona. Firing the Blaugrana […]
Sergio Ramos sends warm message to retiring Busquets
Sergio Ramos had nothing but words of praise in his warm message to Sergio Busquets, following the former Barcelona midfielder’s retirement from professional football. Busquets confirmed on Friday that he will call time on his playing career at the conclusion of Inter Miami’s ongoing MLS season, bringing the curtain down on a glittering journey spent […]
Calvin Bassey names Liverpool star as toughest Premier League opponent
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey recently named Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah as the toughest player he’s had to face since arriving in the Premier League. Bassey was making an appearance on a Sky Sports show tagged ‘Best Friend Test’ alongside fellow Super Eagles and Fulham teammate Alex Iwobi. The Fulham defender’s choice would’ve come as […]
Chelsea dealt injury blow with Cole Palmer ruled out until international break
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer will not need surgery on his groin injury, but will be out of action for a short period of time. Palmer, 23, has struggled with injuries this season and was substituted early in the first half in last weekend’s 2-1 defeat at Manchester United. The England […]
Liverpool blow as youngster Giovanni Leoni suffers ACL injury on debut
Arne Slot has confirmed that Giovanni Leoni will spend a year on the sidelines after suffering a torn ACL during his Liverpool debut in midweek. The 18-year-old defender saw his dream start turn into heartbreak on Tuesday night at Anfield. He impressed against Southampton in the Carabao Cup, but his outing was cut short in […]
McGinn calls for focus as Villa edge Bologna in Europa League
John McGinn believes Aston Villa are beginning to find rhythm after their hard-fought Europa League victory over Bologna at Villa Park. The captain was once again the difference-maker, following up his Champions League goal against the Italian side last season with Thursday night’s decisive strike. “It was important,” he said. “We got a bit nervy […]
Flick hails ‘super-sub’ Lewandowski after Barcelona’s comeback win over Oviedo
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has heaped praises on Robert Lewandowski, following his impact in the club’s comeback win over Real Oviedo on Thursday. Lewandowski, 37, started the match against the newly-promoted side on the bench, but put Barca ahead just five minutes after coming on in the second half. The Poland striker had seen his […]
Sergio Busquets to retire at end of season after glittering career
Sergio Busquets has officially announced that he will retire at the end of the current season with Inter Miami, bringing the curtain down on one of the most decorated careers in football history. The 36-year-old midfielder leaves behind a legacy that stretches across Europe, international football, and now Major League Soccer. Busquets rose to prominence […]
