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A revolutionary change is sweeping over European football as UEFA unveils a redesigned game calendar for the next year with the Champions League planned for Thursdays. This is in addition to the customary match days of Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The most important adjustment is that all of UEFA's esteemed club tournaments will now have their […]

Mauricio Pochettino lasted less than eleven months as Chelsea's head coach, but he has resigned amicably. Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, the club's co-sporting directors, reviewed the 2023-24 season internally and came to this conclusion. "On behalf of everyone at Chelsea, we would like to express our gratitude to Mauricio for his service this season", […]

In their hunt for a new manager after David Wagner's firing, Norwich City have begun talks with Will Still, the former head coach of Reims. The 31-year-old Still had discussions at the Canaries' Lotus Training Centre after leaving his role in Ligue 1 earlier this month, BBC say. His visit displays the club's genuine interest, […]

In the wake of Inter’s recent change of owners to US company Oaktree Capital, Finnish investor Thomas Zilliacus has renewed his interest in purchasing the club. The 68-year-old told Italian broadcaster TVPlay of his plans during an interview, after earlier expressing interest in the Italian football team. The new owners can expect a formal offer […]

It has been decided that AC Milan will split company with head coach Stefano Pioli after the season. Reports from Italy suggest that the Rossoneri met with Pioli’s representatives to inform him of the decision. This move comes after weeks of speculation about his future with the team. After the San Siro giants fired Marco […]

Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis recently presented his transformative vision for Italian football, advocating for significant changes in the number of Serie A teams. He addressed the future of the sport amidst disagreements among the Lega Serie A, FIGC, and the Minister for Sport. De Laurentiis strongly supports a reduction in Serie A from 20 […]

Losing the Europa League final on Wednesday, Bayer Leverkusen's incredible 51-game undefeated record came tumbling to an end. This loss, witnessed by Barcelona’s sporting director Deco, carries significant implications for the Blaugrana’s Champions League seeding next season. Although it has been a turbulent season, Barcelona qualified for the UEFA Champions League for the 2024-25 season. […]

There was no doubt that Lionel Messi would find success and be a hit in MLS with Inter Miami. However, his arrival at Inter Miami has transformed the club’s fortunes in ways that few could have predicted. The Argentine superstar has had a profound impact on a squad that was previously struggling to establish itself […]

This season, the soccer world has said goodbye to several legendary players and coaches. However, one departure has had more emotional weight than any other. Claudio Ranieri, the revered Italian coach, announced on Tuesday that he is resigning from his remaining year with Cagliari and entering retirement. This decision marks the end of a journey […]

Amidst the whirlwind of activity surrounding Barcelona, one notable issue has slipped under the radar. The team has spent the entire year away from their iconic Camp Nou, playing instead at the at the Montjuic. As the club undergoes significant transformations, the excitement surrounding the renovation of Camp Nou is palpable. Despite the temporary relocation, […]

Oaktree, an American investment fund, has officially taken ownership of Serie A champions Inter. That is after Suning, led by President Steven Zhang, failed to repay a hefty $411 million loan. The loan, provided by Oaktree in 2021, required full repayment and a substantial interest rate of 12% by May 21. With Suning unable to […]

In a new challenge system tested in soccer, managers may now wave their finger in the air to start a video review of a referee's call. Sports like cricket and tennis already have this feature. Now FIFA has implemented a new challenge mechanism for trials. Football Video Support, also known as FVS, is a less […]

As the last round of matches in the Bundesliga came to a close, Harry Kane's already dismal season took a fresh turn for the worse. The Englishman’s quest for his first career trophy suffered another setback as Bayern Munich concluded their season with a disappointing defeat, finishing third in the Bundesliga. This outcome means Bayern, […]

AC Milan's search for a new head coach has been anything but straightforward, leaving fans in suspense as Stefano Pioli prepares to conclude his five-year tenure. Despite the uncertainty, a clearer picture is emerging about the potential candidates to lead the Rossoneri into a new era. Most recently, Paulo Fonseca, currently at Lille, has risen […]

Jose Mourinho, one of the most celebrated managers in soccer history, is at the center of an intense bidding war between Turkish soccer giants. As the season draws to a close, speculation surrounding the Portuguese’s next move has reached fever pitch, with multiple clubs vying for his signature. After parting ways with Roma in mid-January, […]