A fresh report from The Athletic has shed some light on Xavi Hernandez and some of the key controversies that sealed his departure from Camp Nou. The report notably revealed that the Barça were not completely happy with Xavi’s training regime at Barcelona, with the Spaniard not showing enough desire to ensure that the team remains in optimum physical condition. …

In a dramatic FA Cup final at Wembley, Manchester United stunned the reigning Premier League champions Manchester City with a 2-1 victory, showcasing a commanding first-half performance that ultimately secured the trophy. This match, potentially Erik ten Hag’s last as the Red Devils’ manager, saw Manchester United withstand a late surge from City to clinch the win over their fierce …

Monza manager Raffaele Palladino admitted that Juventus capitalised effectively on his team’s errors during their game against the Bianconeri this evening. Juve faced the boys from Brianza in their final league game of the season, and it was a fixture that most people expected them to win. The men in black and white have remained focused on winning and have …

Oaktree Capital, an American investment group, have acquired Inter, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the club’s legendary history. In fact, with Oaktree’s purchase, Inter become the latest Italian team with American majority ownership. Roma, Atalanta, Fiorentina, Genoa, and AC Milan are among the others. The 2024-25 season will be the first time that US companies own both …

Beleaguered Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag had a first half to celebrate as Kobbie Mainoo struck to give his side a shock 2-0 lead at the break in the 2024 FA Cup final against Manchester City. Alejandro Garnacho took advantage of a calamitous misunderstanding between Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega and defender Josko Gvardiol to put United ahead with …

The famed Ramon Sanchez Pijzuan will play host to Barcelona’s final game of the 2023-24 season on Sunday. Travelling to Seville, the Catalans have a stiff challenge ahead of them, though the result will not count for much. Having secured their place as runners-up in La Liga with a win over Rayo Vallecano last weekend, the Catalans have nothing to …

Chelsea are reportedly poised to hijack Manchester United’s pursuit of Aaron Anselmino, one of Argentina’s most promising young defenders, ahead of the upcoming transfer window. Anselmino, the 19-year-old starlet currently playing for Boca Juniors, recently extended his contract with the Buenos Aires club in January, committing to them until the end of 2028. Despite this extension, the teenager has attracted …

Folarin Balogun, the promising USMNT striker, is at a crossroads as he contemplates his summer tournament commitments. The talented 22-year-old faces a crucial decision that could shape his international career and his future with his club, Monaco. The countdown to both the Copa America and the Olympic Games is underway, and the striker’s choices will be pivotal. Balogun has earned …

First-half goals by Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo gave Manchester United a shock FA Cup final win over Manchester City as manager Erik ten Hag secured the finest result of his reign in what could be his final match in charge. United started the game as huge underdogs at the end of an underwhelming season but their bright start was …

Following the announcement of Xavi Hernandez’s departure, Barcelona have kickstarted preparations for the season ahead. Recent reports have indicated that Barça are in talks with Ecuadorian youngster Allen Obando, who could become the club’s first signing of the season ahead. Obando currently plies his trade for Barcelona SC, whose presidential candidate recently confirmed that Barça had held talks with the …