In a heartwarming twist of fate, former England youth international Ashleigh Plumptre found herself right where she belonged – on the field, facing her former teammates during the Women’s World Cup. The 25-year-old athlete had previously played alongside many of the Lionesses during her time in England’s age-group football divisions, ranging from under-15s to under-23s.
Novak Djokovic is poised to seize the men’s world number one ranking from his emerging rival, Carlos Alcaraz, following a dominant victory in his comeback to the US Open.
Roberto Mancini, the former Italy manager, has set his sights on creating a historic legacy as he takes up the role of head coach for the Saudi Arabia national team. This significant appointment was made by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) on Sunday, signifying a new chapter for Mancini.
French Football Federation has announced that Thierry Henry, the former renowned striker of France, has been appointed as the head coach of the country’s Under-21 national team until 2025. This significant decision was revealed through an official statement on Monday, capturing the attention of football enthusiasts worldwide.
Manchester City secured their maiden UEFA Super Cup victory by triumphing over Sevilla with a 5-4 penalty shootout win. This remarkable achievement marks a historic milestone for Manchester City, as they clinch the Super Cup for the first time in their club history. The enthralling clash concluded 1-1 after the regulation 90 minutes, setting the stage for a dramatic penalty shootout.
Manchester City has accepted an undisclosed offer from Al-Nassr for Spain defender, Aymeric Laporte. The 29-year-old football sensation showcased his prowess during the 2021-22 season with an impressive 43 starts. However, Coach Pep Guardiola favored Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake more frequently throughout City’s triumphant Treble-winning campaign.
Lionel Messi shines with his ninth goal in six matches, propelling Inter Miami to a triumphant 4-1 victory over Philadelphia Union and securing their spot in the highly anticipated Leagues Cup final this Tuesday.
Manchester City’s star player, Kevin De Bruyne, could potentially be sidelined for an extended period of up to four months due to a hamstring injury. This setback occurred during the opening match of the Premier League season, where City emerged triumphant with a 3-0 victory over Burnley. The injury occurred in the 36th minute of the game, forcing De Bruyne to leave the field prematurely.
Brazilian forward Neymar has inked a lucrative two-year contract with Saudi Arabia’s premier football club, Al-Hilal, following an illustrious six-year tenure with Paris St Germain (PSG). Despite clinching multiple domestic trophies during his time with PSG, Neymar fell short of capturing the coveted Champions League title that the club had been vying for.
Manchester United’s Brazilian international midfielder, Fred, has officially joined Turkish club Fenerbahce. This transition marks the end of a significant chapter in Fred’s career, as he bids farewell to his time at Old Trafford.
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Roberto Mancini has announced his resignation as the coach of Italy, the reigning European champions. This decision comes less than a month before the crucial Euro 2024 qualifying matches are set to resume. Mancini’s departure follows Italy’s failure to secure a spot in the previous year’s World Cup.
In an exciting match at the Stade de la Mosson-Mondial 98, Montpellier and Le Havre battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw. The game saw Jerome Akor, the former Flying Eagles of Nigeria forward, make a significant impact by scoring on his competitive debut for Montpellier. This match marked his transition from Norwegian club Lillestrom to Montpellier.
Botafogo, the leaders of Brazil’s Serie A, have secured a major boost by signing Diego Costa through a free transfer, the club announced on Saturday. The former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid striker’s arrival comes as a strategic move to address the ongoing injury crisis faced by the team.
Kylian Mbappe has been reinstated into Paris St Germain’s first team, just a day after his surprising omission from the Ligue 1 season opener against Lorient. This decision comes after weeks of tension due to an ongoing contract stand-off that saw the player reportedly frozen out of the main squad.
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Paris St-Germain has successfully secured the services of the prominent France forward, Ousmane Dembele, from Barcelona, finalizing a transfer deal worth about 50.4 million euros). Dembele, 26, previously made his mark at Barcelona following his 2017 transfer from Borussia Dortmund for a substantial fee of £135 million. Throughout his tenure, he showcased his skills by netting an impressive 40 goals in 185 matches, contributing to Barcelona’s conquest of three La Liga titles.
Harry Kane, the England football captain, has officially made a switch from Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. The transfer has been confirmed by the German club on Saturday, making waves in the football world. Kane’s transfer is accompanied by a four-year contract, extending until 2027. This remarkable signing comes just ahead of Bayern’s Super Cup clash with RB Leipzig, adding extra excitement to the upcoming match.
Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday steered 10-man Al-Nassr to an unprecedented triumph in the Arab Club Champions Cup, securing a 2-1 victory in extra time against fellow Saudi contenders Al-Hilal.
Luton Town has officially secured the services of Ross Barkley, a highly accomplished former midfielder from Everton and Chelsea. This strategic move comes as the Premier League newcomer aims to strengthen its lineup for the upcoming season. The announcement of this free transfer signing was made public by the club on Wednesday.
Former Spain national team and Barcelona football legend, Andres Iniesta, has officially become a part of Emirates Club, as declared by the UAE Pro league on Tuesday.
The news of Iniesta’s arrival was warmly conveyed by Emirates Club through the popular messaging platform X, which was formerly recognized as Twitter. The Ras Al-Khaimah-based club shared an enticing snapshot of Iniesta donning their team’s jersey, while also disclosing that the specifics of the contractual agreement will be unveiled during an upcoming press conference scheduled for Wednesday.
At the age of 39, Iniesta recently bid farewell to his time at the Japanese football club Vissel Kobe, which he had been associated with for a span of five years. His remarkable career boasts an impressive collection of achievements, including securing an impressive nine LaLiga titles during his tenure with Barcelona, in addition to clinching four coveted Champions League titles. On the international stage, Iniesta’s talent shone as he triumphed in the 2010 World Cup and attained consecutive Euro championship victories in 2008 and 2012 as a key member of the Spanish national team.
Following his departure from Barcelona in 2018, Iniesta embarked on a journey with Vissel Kobe, leading the team to its inaugural title the following year, notably clinching the Emperor’s Cup. Notably, the club made a remarkable debut in the continental competition by progressing to the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League in their very first appearance. This move to Emirates Club marks a significant step in Iniesta’s illustrious career, contributing to the football legacy he has built over the years.
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