Former Juventus defender Andrea Barzagli has shed light on how Giorgio Chiellini used to intimidate attackers during their time together after Chiellini retired from professional football. Barzagli, along with Leonardo Bonucci and Chiellini, formed the renowned BBC defense at Juventus, which proved highly successful when they played together. Although all three have now left the club, with Bonucci being the …
Read More »Netflix reveals most popular soccer films and shows
Netflix has been a part of the American cultural lexicon since the early 2000s. Of course, back then, it mailed out DVDs to your mailbox. When they moved to a full-time streaming service, popularity exploded. And there is plenty of soccer peppered throughout the vast library of Netflix content. Thanks to recent data from the company, we can see which …
Read More »Official: Barcelona starting lineup against Valencia | La Liga
Barcelona need to return to winning ways as they take on Valencia at the Mestalla tonight in La Liga. On the back of back-to-back defeats against Girona and Royal Antwerp, Xavi’s future has been called into question, and three points today could do him a world of good. Joao Felix is back in the team to run the left-wing, despite …
Read More »NUFC player ratings vs Fulham – Two 9s, a few impressive 8s and several 7s
A much needed return to the winning ways for the Toon, who run out 3-0 winners against Fulham at St. James Park. A brilliant result under the circumstances, with a huge game now coming up against Chelsea midweek. Here’s my marks out of 10: Martin Dubravka – 7 – Had a really solid afternoon, albeit a quiet one. Caught the …
Read More »Newcastle EFL Cup quarter final: team lineups, tickets, steams and a chance for a semi – Talk Chelsea
Things have not been great for Chelsea this season, to put it mildly. We’re not in Europe and we’re rooted to mid table in the league. We’re looking down at the relegation zone more than up to the European places at the moment, despite a billion spent. Our one chance of glory remains in the EFL Cup, where some fortunate …
Read More »Barcelona may sell star to fund move for Newcastle midfielder
Barcelona are reportedly already looking to part ways with superstar striker Robert Lewandowski. The Catalan club signed the Poland international back in the summer of 2022 for just under $50 million. Lewandowski lit up LaLiga by scoring 23 goals and adding seven assists during the 2022/23 season. He was even in the division’s Team of the Year as well. However, …
Read More »Chelsea are eyeing Arsenal goalkeeper for January move
Chelsea is reportedly amping up efforts to sign a new goalkeeper in January. The Blues previously sold Eduard Mendy and loaned out Kepa Arrizabalaga ahead of the current campaign. They then offset these departures by bringing in Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic. The duo cost the club just over $45 million combined. Nevertheless, Sanchez, Chelsea’s current number one goalkeeper, has …
Read More »Pundit explains difference between Juventus and Inter Milan in title race
Juventus and Inter Milan are the two most likely clubs to win the Scudetto this season, and they have been closely competing in the league. Many consider Inter to have the strongest squad in the league, but Juventus has remained focused on their own performance, enabling them to stay close to the top of the standings. A key advantage for …
Read More »Ancelotti’s future stance revealed after CBF president removed
Carlo Ancelotti had been widely tipped to take over as the new coach of the Brazilian national team. However, a change in the CBF president could throw a spanner in the works. Important contract negotiations between Real Madrid club president Florentino Perez and Carlo Ancelotti will now take place. As the 2023–24 season comes to a close, Ancelotti‘s current contract …
Read More »Newcastle 3-0 Fulham: Magic Miley helps wounded Mags rebuild momentum
A vital win for Newcastle United, who made it seven straight league victories at St James’ Park against an in-form Fulham side. We picked up more injuries in the process, but controlled the game against a 10-man Fulham, with Lewis Miley making the headlines with his first goal for the club. It feels like a huge three points to get …
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