West Ham United set promotion target as Virani demands immediate return
West Ham United have wasted little time making their ambition clear ahead of the new Championship season. Interim chief executive officer Karim Virani has confirmed that the Hammers have one overriding objective: secure an immediate return to the Premier League. Following their relegation, West Ham face the challenge of navigating the Championship for the first […]
Manchester United’s Tielemans apologises after Aston Villa comments spark backlash
Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa supporters after comments about his move to Manchester United sparked a wave of criticism online. The Belgium international joined United this summer after the club triggered his £35 million release clause, ending his three-year spell at Villa. Tielemans had spoken positively about his time at Villa and acknowledged […]
Xavi takes Netherlands job with Euro 2028 dream in sight
The Netherlands have turned to Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez as their new head coach, handing the former midfield maestro the task of rebuilding the national team after Ronald Koeman’s departure. Xavi, 46, returns to management after spending two years away from the dugout following his exit from Barcelona in 2024. The Spanish coach has agreed […]
Mourinho sends Real Madrid warning after hard-fought trophy win over Deportivo
Real Madrid may have lifted the Teresa Herrera Trophy, but manager Mourinho was more interested in what the demanding contest against Deportivo revealed about his evolving squad. Madrid secured a narrow victory at Riazor to claim the historic trophy, but the result was only part of the objective for Mourinho. With the new season approaching, […]
Arteta hails Bruno Guimaraes’ Emirates reception after Como shootout victory
Mikel Arteta has hailed the instant connection between Bruno Guimaraes and Arsenal supporters after the midfielder made his first appearance at the Emirates Stadium in a 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Como 1907. The £75 million signing from Newcastle United was introduced after half-time and immediately received a huge reception from the home crowd. For […]
Tzolis fires Arsenal into shootout win with confident penalty against Como
Christos Tzolis has put the finishing touch on an encouraging pre-season with a decisive penalty against Como 1907, giving Arsenal another reason to be excited about the Greek winger ahead of the new campaign. After a 1-1 draw in normal time, Arsenal prevailed 4-3 on penalties, with Tzolis stepping up under pressure and drilling his […]
