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The LALIGA Club

The LALIGA Club Legend Tour 2023 China concluded in…

The event brought together LALIGA legends Iker Casillas, Fernando Morientes, and Luis García, alongside Chinese Super League star Wu Lei, over 100 football influencers, and more than 900 football fans and guests for an unforgettable carnival. As the first major European football league to bring its iconic legends to China for large-scale offline events since the pandemic, LALIGA aimed to respond to the eager anticipation of Chinese fans through this Legend Tour and football carnival. Throughout the carnival, the presence of LALIGA ambassadors,
Reece James

Pochettino: Reece James Possesses Leadership Qualities for Chelsea Captaincy

Mauricio Pochettino, the Chelsea coach, believes that Reece James has all the attributes required to captain the team and is eager to see the academy graduate in action during the pre-season match against Newcastle United tomorrow. Reece James has been with Chelsea since he was six years old, progressing through the ranks of the Cobham academy. Since making his first-team debut in September 2019, he has become a pivotal figure at the club. With 147 appearances for Chelsea under his belt, including victories
WREXHAM SECURE 3-1

MATCH REPORT: WREXHAM SECURE 3-1 VICTORY AGAINST UNITED IN…

Manchester United faced their first defeat in this summer's pre-season after a 3-1 loss to Wrexham at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. The Reds fielded a youthful lineup, with Jonny Evans being the only experienced player, as they took on the League Two side in California. The first half saw Wrexham taking the advantage with goals from Elliot Lee and Aaron Hayden, while Marc Jurado managed to pull one back for United just before halftime. However, United's task became even more challenging in
Liverpool U21

Liverpool U21s showed their determination and resilience as they…

In a closely contested 60-minute encounter at the Academy, the young Reds displayed their fighting spirit after falling behind to a strong Blackpool side earlier in the second half. Luca Stephenson emerged as the hero of the match, finding the target twice for the home team, propelling them to a well-deserved win. The victory against Blackpool comes on the back of a 1-0 success against Kidderminster Harriers in the previous week, further boosting the team's confidence as they gear up for the upcoming
Dan Chesters

Dan Chesters has seamlessly adapted to his wing-back role,…

The 21-year-old's impressive performances for the U21s following his return from a loan spell at Colchester United during the 2022/23 season caught the attention of the first-team management. As a result, Chesters was given the opportunity to feature as a wing-back during the tour of Australia. In the recent pre-season match against Ebbsfleet, Chesters continued to showcase his versatility and proficiency in the back-five formation alongside Levi Laing, Luizão, Micheal Forbes, and Ollie Scarles. Not only did he exhibit defensive resilience in Kent,
Carlo Ancelotti's

Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid squad is gearing up to…

The team has successfully completed the initial phase of their preparation at UCLA and has now arrived in Houston for the second part of their training. Departing from Los Angeles airport, the Real Madrid players and staff traveled to the Texan city, where they will be based at The Post Oak hotel throughout their stay in Houston. The luxurious hotel will serve as their home base as they continue their pre-season preparations and gear up for the upcoming challenges. The focus now shifts
Ria Percival

Ria Percival Gets More Minutes in New Zealand’s World…

In the Women's World Cup, New Zealand faced a setback with a 1-0 defeat against Philippines on Tuesday, marking their second loss in the tournament. Ria Percival, who played the full 90 minutes in the Football Ferns' opening 1-0 victory against Norway last Thursday, continued to be a key player for the team. In the match against Philippines, she put in another solid performance, clocking in 84 minutes on the pitch before being substituted by Grace Jale. Despite the loss, New Zealand remains
Barcelona

Barcelona, the European giants, will be our final opponent…

Barcelona, the European giants, will be our final opponent on our US Tour As we face them at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Thursday, July 27 (3.30am UK time). As we conclude our tour, we are eager to finish on a high note after experiencing a win and a loss so far Stateside. However, the Spanish Civil War brought significant challenges to the club, and despite a decent period in the 1950s, they faced a drought in league success, managing only
Academy preview

Academy preview: U21s ready for pre-season fixtures against Ebbsfleet…

West Ham United U21s step up their Premier League 2 preparations with friendlies against Ebbsfleet United and Colchester United this week. The young Hammers will take on Vanarama National League side Ebbsfleet on Tuesday 25 July, before travelling to EFL League Two outfit Colchester United on Friday 28 July. Ebbsfleet finished top of the National League South last season with 32 wins from their 46 matches, securing promotion to the fifth tier of English football, while Colchester United, finished 20th, taking 49 points,
ESL

ESL has taken a decisive step in response to…

This decision comes as a measure to address the situation and maintain the integrity of the esports competition. In a recent statement, ESL provided further clarification on their decision, emphasizing that any organizations, individuals, or entities under alleged or confirmed EU sanctions related to the conflict will not be allowed to be represented in the league. As of now, two teams, Virtus.pro and Gambit, have been identified as falling under this category and will consequently be prohibited from competing in the ESL Pro
Todd Murphy

Todd Murphy is likely to make a return for…

The young off-spinner had discussions with captain Pat Cummins and strategist Dan Vettori, indicating his potential inclusion in the playing XI after losing his spot to Cameron Green in the previous Test.The Oval, known for its spin-friendly conditions, could work in favor of Nathan Lyon, who has a strong track record at this venue. However, Lyon's calf injury at Lord's has put his participation in doubt, making room for Murphy to step in as the team's specialist spinner.The pitch at The Oval appeared
Thomas Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel, who took over as Bayern Munich’s manager…

With the recent signings of Min-jae Kim, Konrad Laimer, and Raphael Guerreiro, there are questions about how Bayern will line up in the 2023/24 season. In the past decade, Bayern had adhered to the traditional German tactical approach of 4-2-3-1. However, Tuchel's predecessor, Julian Nagelsmann, introduced more on-field flexibility to the team's play. The line-up on paper often differed from the set-up during a match, especially in defense. The nominal back four would turn into a back three out of possession, with Alphonso
Newcastle and Aston Villa

Newcastle and Aston Villa played a thrilling 3-3 draw…

captivating fans at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, also known as the home of the Philadelphia Eagles. The match saw an early blitz from Villa, taking a two-goal lead within the first 11 minutes, courtesy of Ollie Watkins and Emi Buendía. However, Newcastle displayed resilience and fought back before halftime, with Elliot Anderson finding the net for his second goal of the pre-season and Alexander Isak equalizing in stoppage time. The game's early intensity resembled a high-scoring NFL encounter, but both teams
Ferry Weertman

Ferry Weertman, the renowned Dutch swimmer and Olympic champion…

Embarked on a new journey after retiring from competitive swimming in December 2021. Now, he plays a crucial leadership role at World Aquatics as the Vice Chair of the Technical Open Water Swimming Committee. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Weertman is determined to promote and elevate open water swimming to greater heights. Following his historic win at the Rio Olympics, Weertman continued to make waves in the open water swimming scene. In the subsequent year, he emerged victorious in the 10km
Britta Kamra

Britta Kamra a highly accomplished open water swimmer from…

Earning 26 international medals throughout her journey in open water swimming. Among her impressive achievements, she holds the title of World Champion, which she secured at the 2007 Melbourne World Championships in the 25km event. Additionally, she is a three-time European Champion, triumphing in the 5km, 10km, and 25km races in the same year. Recognized for her expertise in the sport, Britta was invited to contribute to the promotion of open water swimming. In 2009, she joined World Aquatics as a member of
UEFA Europa League 2023/24

UEFA Europa League 2023/24: An Epic Journey to the…

Football fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League season, which promises to be packed with excitement and drama. The culmination of this prestigious club competition will take place at the iconic Dublin Arena in the Republic of Ireland, with its capacity of over 50,000 making it an ideal venue for this thrilling event. The Dublin Arena previously hosted the all-Portuguese final in 2011 between Porto and Braga, etching itself in football history when Radamel Falcao's decisive goal secured
Molly O'Callaghan

Molly O’Callaghan, a 19-year-old swimmer from Australia, etched her…

Setting a new World Record in the process. O'Callaghan's electrifying swim of 1:52.98 not only secured her victory in a tightly-contested race but also surpassed the previous record set by Federica Pellegrini during the 'shiny suit' era at the 2009 World Aquatics Championships in Rome. This former record had stood unbroken for an impressive 5110 days. The race was a thrilling spectacle with O'Callaghan facing strong challenges from her fellow countrywoman Ariarne Titmus and Canada's Summer McIntosh. In an exhilarating finish, O'Callaghan managed