The January 2020 transfer window for Premier League clubs opened on Wednesday 1 January and closed on Friday 31 January 2020. Manchester United signing Bruno Fernandes is one of the biggest headlines of this transfer window. Huge money was spent behind roping in a number of players, while some were brought on loan. The January transfer window was a good business for many clubs who have tried to buy players that they thought would fit the bill. Here is a list of the
The past decade (2010-2019) was one of the most memorable decades the world of football has ever seen. The decade saw two World Cups, Champions League, Europa League, the Copa America League and numerous achievements and disappointments. Europe's top five leagues namely, English Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and France Ligue 1 saw a host of footballers achieve numerous feats. However, one thing which was constant in the decade was the high-profile debate on who is the better player between Lionel
The El Clasico 2019 between Barcelona and Real Madrid is one of the most followed rivalries in the world of football. The two teams are all set to clash in the first El Clasico of the season on December 19. The match starts at 12.30 am on Thursday. Both teams are on 35 points each with Barcelona topping the points table and Madrid being second. After the El Clasico clash, it will get clear which side pushes its case on top. In the
After they won 3-0 against Liverpool at the Camp Nou, the Barca players were very confident of repeating the same in the second leg at Anfield as well. Before the game, Messi delivered a motivational speech which spurred onto the players immediately and the result was there for everyone to see on the football field. The Barcelona vs Liverpool Champions League 2018 semi-final is a story that is fresh in the memory of every football fan and the supporters of these two clubs.
Being a Real Madrid Galactico is difficult as many would say and it’s true! Yet, the club has been enriched by the presence of several world legends who have contributed in their own ways towards the staggering flow of silverware and major trophies, making it a giant in the footballing arena for decades now. Most players in their prime still dream of making it to the Real Madrid XI and the club has drawn the brightest talents of their days, ranging from Raul
Saturday 14th September There is huge anticipation revolving around the La Liga fixtures for 2019-20. Fans are eagerly waiting to catch hotly anticipated La Liga matches 2019 which will revolve around the newly beefed up and rejuvenated La Liga teams that are raring to get back in action after the break. Barcelona are the defending champions this season and will look to retain their title. They start their campaign on the 18th of August, 2019 against Athletic Bilbao at the San Mames Stadium.
FC Barcelona became champions of La Liga by beating Levante by a goal to nil on April 28th. Although, for neutrals, it was more of the inevitable finally taking place, it didn’t make the moment any less joyful. Very fittingly, it was Lionel Messi who came up with the goal that clinched the title for the Catalan club. In a brilliant campaign spearheaded by Messi, anchored by Pique and masterminded by Ernesto Valverde, Barcelona have the potential to reach the vastly coveted ‘treble’
La Liga transfers have been eagerly awaited in the season, particularly since the La Liga transfer market deadline approaches and there is loads of La Liga transfer news to look forward to as far as fans are concerned. The La Liga transfer market 2019 looks to be a buzzing arena with several big deals expected to materialize soon. Here’s the key round up of latest transfer news- Real Madrid have brought in Brahim Diaz for $17 million from Manchester City Alaves has snagged
Neymar Jr’s representatives reportedly met with Barcelona scout André Cury before Christmas according to Catalunya Ràdio. This is not the first time that Neymar Jr has been linked with a return to his former club earlier the Catalan press has repeatedly reported that the Brazilian was keen on ditching Paris Saint-Germain for a return to Catalonia. However, this is the first time we are hearing about a direct meeting between his representatives and Barcelona which could prove to be pivotal. Andre Cury is
Spanish side Atletico Madrid have now joined Sevilla in the race to sign Chelsea’s misfiring striker Alvaro Morata. The Los Rojiblancos are currently waiting to see if former Chelsea man Diego Costa can successfully return from a surgery he underwent on his left foot at the start of December. Costa is expected to make a return at the start of next month and Diego Simeone is left concerned after Nikola Kalinic is struggling to replicate Costa’s heroics. Morata is keen to return to Spain
One of the greatest players of all time and Lionel Messi’s compatriot Diego Maradona has criticized the Barcelona captain yet again. Maradona who coached the 5 time Ballon d'Or winner when he was the coach of the national team claims Messi will never become a leader and hence people should stop expecting it form him. This is not the first time Maradona has hit out at Messi, previously he claimed his countryman was so nervous he had to use the toilet 20 times
Lionel Messi might be considered as one of the greatest players of all time, but according to CIES Football Observatory, he is only the seventh most valuable player in the world right now. CIES reckon that Barcelona’s captain is worth a staggering €171.2m however, its way below what PSG and France’s young striking sensation Kylian Mbappe’s worth of €218.5m at the top of the charts Here is the list of top 10 most valuable players in world football, according to the CIES. 1.
Former Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Liverpool midfield ace Xabi Alonso has found himself in trouble with tax authorities in Spain. The 37-year-old is facing charges of tax fraud and could be jailed for 5 years after refusing to settle the matter outside court. Spanish authorities allege the Spain midfielder did not declare earnings from his image rights and has defrauded the state of 3 million dollars. Alonso has refused to accept the charges and is willing to fight the matter out in
The winter transfer window is upon us and several high profile players need a switch this January. Here we take a look at the top 10 players who will benefit from a move this winter. Adrien Rabiot | Paris Saint-Germain Adrien Rabiot’s situation is a complicated one a PSG. The midfielder is destined to leave the Paris out with him refusing to sign a new deal. His reluctance to sign a contract has seen him banished from the squad. However, a January transfer
Real Madrid ace Isco may be out of favour at the Santiago Bernabeu under new manager Santiago Solari, but the Spaniard has ruled out a January move stating he very happy at the Spanish capital. Chelsea and Manchester City were keen on signing the midfielder who last started a La Liga fixture in the 5-1 Classico loss against Barcelona in October which was Julen Lopetegui’s final game incharge of of the Los Blancos. Since then Isco has made it into Real Madrid’s starting
Spanish giants Real Madrid are to recover from the sale of their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo, and it cannot be more evident after they find themselves struggling in the La Liga this season. With Ronaldo now at Juventus, the goals have dried up and looks like Real Madrid cannot cope with it. The Los Blancos have been desperately searching for Ronaldo’s replacement but replacing a player of his calibe was never going to be easy. However, one Liverpool player seems to be the answer
Chelsea ace Eden Hazard has admitted he is keen on waiting until the end of the 2018-19 season before deciding on his long term future. The Belgian who scored both the goals in Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over Watford on boxing day has time and again been linked with a move to Spain with Real Madrid reportedly interested in signing the forward. The goals against Watford were the 27-year-old’s 100th and 101st goal in Chelsea colours. But Hazard has kept fans guessing about his future,
Premier League giants Chelsea have reportedly beaten Arsenal and Manchester City in the race to sign Real Madrid ace Isco during the upcoming winter transfer window. The Blues have identified the Spaniard as a primary target and are willing to offer Real Madrid a bid in the range of £70m. Isco will be offered a massive wage of £250,000-a-week if he agrees to move to London this January. Reports also claim the 26-year-old will be offered a four-and-a-half year and a massive signing
The Champions League round of 16 draw was held today in Nyon and we must admit that there are some excellent match-ups in store for the month of February and March. A total of 4 English teams, 3 German teams, 3 Spanish teams, 2 Italian teams, 2 French Teams, a Portuguese and a Dutch side were involved draw. None of the English teams have been paired against the Spanish sides, however England will see 3 sides face German outfits. The UEFA has also
Antoine Greizmann thinks a hectic year for club and country has taken its toll despite a match winning performance against Real Valladolid in which the Roji Blancos won 3-2 with Greizmann netting twice.The Frenchman has been influential in Atletico winning the Europa League and later taking his country to World Cup glory. Greizmann laid on Nikola Kalinic's first-half opener before marking his 300th La Liga appearance by converting a penalty after Kiko Olivas handled his shot on the stroke of half-time. Atletico's usual