Barcelona tie Jules Kounde to new long-term contract
Versatile French defender Jules Kounde has penned a new five-year contract at Barcelona, committing his future to the La Liga champions until the summer of 2030 and ending speculation linking him with a potential move away from Catalonia. Kounde had earlier voiced his intention to finalize a new contract during Barcelona’s preseason tour this summer. […]
Alonso makes Kylian Mbappe observation after Real Madrid’s LaLiga opener
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has highlighted how Kylian Mbappe appeared rejuvenated during Los Blancos’ first game of the season against Osasuna, pointing to his sharper intensity and improved influence on the pitch. Last season, the French forward delivered an impressive 44 goals across all competitions but was still criticized for failing to fully click […]
Man City boss Guardiola explains Bernardo Silva captaincy decision
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shed light on his decision to make experienced midfielder Bernardo Silva the captain of his team, pointing to the Portugal international’s reliability and commitment to the club. City lost two captains this summer with Kyle Walker leaving for Burnley while alternative skipper Kevin De Bruyne also secured a departure […]
Rashford waxes lyrical about “influential” Barcelona star
Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford has labelled new teammate Lamine Yamal “the most talented” 18-year-old in world football. Rashford’s admiration for Yamal is little secret as the England international openly praised the young Spaniard and expressed his hope to one day alongside him on the pitch. Well, the England star got his wish after transferring to […]
Ex-Real Madrid star eager to see Mastantuono succeed at the Bernabeu
Former Real Madrid and Argentina forward Angel Di Maria has backed his young compatriot Franco Mastantuono to do well at the Santiago Bernabeu after joining the Spanish giants from River Plate this summer. Los Blancos recently unveiled the teenage star officially despite completing his relatively expensive transfer all the way back in June. Having finally […]
Maresca hails Chelsea’s attitude despite Crystal Palace draw
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was pleased with his side’s performance in their 2025/2026 Premier League season opener despite slipping to a frustrating goalless stalemate against Crystal Palace. Maresca’s side wasted several chances in a frustrating stalemate at Stamford Bridge, though they were relieved when Eberechi Eze’s early free-kick was ruled out due to Marc Guehi’s […]
Enrique downplays PSG’s “favourites” tag ahead of Ligue 1 opener
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique is anticipating stiff competition for the Ligue 1 title this season despite his team being considered favourites to successfully defend their crown. Les Parisiens were absolutely dominant in the French top flight last season. They wrapped up the Ligue 1 title with six games to spare and finished well clear […]
Hansi Flick criticizes Barcelona despite comfortable Mallorca win
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick showed little enthusiasm for his side’s comfortable 3-0 win over Mallorca in their opening game of the new La Liga season, criticizing the players for operating at “only 50%” after their opponents were reduced to nine men. The Blaugrana kicked off their title defence with victory on Saturday, as Raphinha and […]
Tebas dismisses Real Madrid’s criticism of Barcelona’s Miami plans
La Liga president Javier Tebas has come out swinging in defence of the league’s proposal to stage Barcelona’s domestic clash with Villarreal in Miami, taking aim at what he described as Real Madrid’s shaky record of integrity. The 36-time La Liga champions have long opposed the idea of playing league fixtures abroad and wasted no […]
Real Madrid make surprising Fran Garcia transfer decision
Real Madrid now consider Fran Garcia a key member of their squad, going into the 2025/2026 season despite having previously been open to parting ways with the 26-year-old defender this summer. Just weeks ago, Garcia’s future at Real Madrid seemed all but over, especially with the addition of fresh competition from new signing Alvaro Carreras. […]
