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Guardiola ranks De Bruyne just behind Messi
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has ranked Kevin De Bruyne as the second-best passer he has coached, placing him only behind Lionel Messi. The City manager, who previously worked with top-tier midfielders like Xavi, Andres Iniesta, and David Silva, described the Belgian playmaker as “one of the best three” players he has encountered – before…
Read MoreJack Grealish’s future uncertain after reduced role at Manchester City
Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish may be on his way out this summer, with former City goalkeeper Shay Given suggesting that his time at the club is coming to an end. Grealish, who turned 29 this year, joined City from Aston Villa in 2021 for £100m, a British transfer record at the time. During his…
Read MoreSalah’s pursuit of history delayed by rare miss
Mohamed Salah’s milestone 400th appearance for Liverpool was overshadowed by an astonishing miss that left fans and teammates stunned. In Monday’s clash with Brighton, the Egyptian forward failed to convert Cody Gakpo’s low cross, sending the ball wide despite facing an open goal from close range. Salah’s reaction – a bemused smile – reflected the…
Read MoreJamie Vardy: Foxes legend says goodbye to King Power Stadium with 200th goal
Jamie Vardy has officially said ‘goodbye’ to the club he loves with a performance that the fans have come to enjoy for the last 13 years. The Foxes, who are already relegated from the Premier League, played their last home game of the 2024/25 season. It was against a fellow relegated side, Ipswich Town, and…
Read MoreTaiwo Awoniyi: Nottingham Forest boss dedicates week 37 triumph to Nigerian striker
Nottingham Forest earned another chance at a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League over the weekend with a 2 – 1 away win over West Ham United. This win sees them draw level on 65 points with Manchester City (who are yet to play their week 37 fixture) but remain in seventh place on…
Read MoreArteta sets Arsenal’s silverware target for next season
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was thrilled as the team secured Champions League qualification with a crucial win over Newcastle United, but his sights remain firmly set on a bigger goal – chasing the dream of bringing silverware back to the Emirates next season. He sees Champions League qualification as a proud achievement, particularly in a…
Read MoreBarcelona gain advantage in Rashford race
Barcelona have taken a significant step forward in their efforts to bring Marcus Rashford to Camp Nou this summer. The Manchester United forward, who has spent the past six months on loan at Aston Villa, is widely expected to depart Old Trafford in the near future. Rashford has performed well under Unai Emery, contributing to…
Read MorePenalty decision costs City dearly
Erling Haaland’s search for a goal at Wembley continued as Manchester City suffered a defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final. The Norwegian forward had an opportunity to break his scoring drought at the iconic stadium when his team were awarded a penalty. Surprisingly, instead of taking the kick himself, he handed the…
Read MoreSerie A trio battle for free agent Jonathan David
Jonathan David is set to be one of the most sought-after free agents this summer as he nears the end of his contract with Lille. The Canadian international has decided not to extend his stay in France, with his current deal expiring on June 30. As a result, he is free to choose his next…
Read MoreAston Villa target Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia
Aston Villa appear set to return to the Spanish transfer market this summer, continuing a pattern established since Unai Emery took over at the club. Their recruitment focus on La Liga looks likely to persist, with several players from Spain’s top division reportedly on their radar. Their newest target is Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia, who…
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