Injured Real Madrid defender teases return ahead of El Clasico

Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen has hinted he could be back in action in time for this coming weekend’s El Clasico against arch rivals Barcelona. Huijsen is currently ruled out of Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Juventus, the club where he began his professional career. However, his recovery appears to be progressing well, with optimism […]
Jamie Carragher issues verdict on Barcelona’s Champions League credentials

Former Champions League winner, Jamie Carragher, doesn’t believe Barcelona currently have what it takes to win Europe’s premier competition despite their 6-1 over Olympiacos on Tuesday. Barcelona, having reached the semifinals last season, are duly considered by many as one of the top contenders to prevail in the Champions League this term. However, Carragher holds […]
Jack Wilshere hails Kodua’s talent despite “heartbreak” in FA Youth Cup final

Jack Wilshere admits he still remembers the night Gideon Kodua “broke his heart,” but the Luton Town boss is thrilled to now have the West Ham United youngster in his team. The 21-year-old winger left a lasting impression on Wilshere back in 2023, when his West Ham U18s side stunned Wilshere’s Arsenal U18s 5-1 in […]
Javier Tebas laments after US La Liga match called off

Spanish La Liga president Javier Tebas has expressed disappointment at the decision to cancel the league match between Barcelona and Villareal initially scheduled to hold in the United States. The Spanish football federation had approved La Liga’s plan to stage the match in Miami in August, which would have marked the first-ever league game played […]
Maresca ready for Ajax test as Chelsea aim to shine at Stamford Bridge

Enzo Maresca knows exactly what awaits his Chelsea side tonight is nothing but a fierce and stylish challenge from Ajax, one of Europe’s most historic clubs. The Dutch giants are famed for their ‘Total Football’ legacy, a revolutionary style of play introduced in the 1970s under the great Johan Cruyff. That era saw Ajax lift […]
Guardiola hails positive energy after Man City’s dominant win over Villareal

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is enjoying his side’s vibes after they strolled to a convincing 2-0 win over Villareal in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night. The Cityzens had been without an away win in Europe in over a year, but produced a dominant display at the Estadio de la Ceramica to claim […]
Arteta praises Arsenal’s huge victory after thrashing Atletico in London

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was full of praise after watching his side crush Atletico Madrid 4–0 in a thrilling Champions League encounter at the Emirates. The Gunners produced a masterclass in attacking football, with Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli, and Viktor Gyokeres (brace) finding the net on a memorable night in north London. Despite a tense […]