Football Blog (Page 134)

[ad_1] Austin FC have signed goalkeeper Matt Bersano through the 2024 Major League Soccer season, with an additional option for 2025.  He joins as a free agent from the San Jose Earthquakes, after the California team declined his contract option following the 2022 campaign.  “Matt adds depth and experience to our goalkeeping corps,” said Austin FC sporting director Claudio Reyna in a release. “We’re excited to have him in Austin and wish him a warm welcome to our club and our community.” Bersano first signed with the Earthquakes in 2017, before spending three seasons on loan with Reno 1868 FC in the USL Championship. HeRead More →

[ad_1] On the land where money is seemingly no object, Florentino Perez has helped Real Madrid emerge as Europe’s dominant force in the Champions League throughout the 21st century. Squad building is no simple task at the highest level, but Perez has done an excellent job since becoming president of Los Blancos in 2000. After winning their fifth Champions League crown in nine years in 2022, many believe Real Madrid are heading into a prosperous new era with members of the old guard slowly reducing in prominence. The current Los Blancos squad possesses a healthy blend of superstar veterans and exciting young talent, with PerezRead More →

[ad_1] Recent developments at Juventus have thrust the Old Lady into a state of ambiguity. Massimiliano Allegri had overseen an impressive resurgence before the World Cup, but his grating style of play means there are no guarantees that the new regime will grant the wily Italian boss as much time to oversee a rebuild compared to Andrea Agnelli and company. Despite their recent fall from grace, Juve still possess an array of superstars with the vast majority of the first team earning lucrative salaries. Financial mismanagement was the primary factor in Agnelli’s demise and Juventini will undoubtedly be stunned by some of the reported figuresRead More →

[ad_1] The FA Cup is perhaps not quite what is was, but it is still be most beloved domestic club cup competition in the world. Third round day is an especially unique day in the football calendar as all 20 Premier League teams enter the competition, and clubs from the top to the bottom of the English league system are pitted against each other. For viewers in Canada, the competition is also very accessible these days, so no one should be short of an FA Cup match to watch this weekend. Here is how those in Canada can watch the upcoming FA Cup ties. TheRead More →

[ad_1] Mikel Arteta has called on Arsenal to be ‘realistic’ about the club’s title ambitions this season ahead of Premier League clash with Newcastle United on Tuesday. The Gunners going into the game against high-flying Newcastle with a whopping seven point lead over Manchester City at the top of the league table having won their last five on the bounce. Despite the comfortable lead atop of the Premier League standings, speaking to the press ahead of the clash with Newcastle, Arteta was quick temper expectations regarding a potential title challenge. “It is not about trying to stop anybody [getting excited], it’s about being realistic aboutRead More →

[ad_1] Erik ten Hag has provided an update on Man Utd potentially recalling Amad Diallo from his current loan at Sunderland. Amad has been in exceptional form in the Championship this season, scoring six goals for Sunderland and propelling the Black Cats into surprising play-off contention. Due to this form, the 20-year-old has been widely linked with a potential recall by Manchester United during the January window to add some much needed depth into the forward line. When asked about the option to recall Amad early, Red Devils manager Ten Hag told the press: “We consider everything. As long as it’s strengthening the squad. “ButRead More →

[ad_1] Chelsea are on the verge of reaching an agreement with Benfica over the signing of Enzo Fernandez, sources have told 90min. The midfielder was one of the breakout stars of the 2022 World Cup, taking home the Young Player Award as Argentina claimed their third title at the expense of France. Interest in Fernandez’s services has become widespread, and while Liverpool and Manchester United were most heavily linked with him at one point, Chelsea are in pole position and a deal is expected to be wrapped up shortly. Sources close to the deal have told 90min that there is a belief Benfica, who initiallyRead More →

[ad_1] 90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Cristiano Ronaldo‘s contract with Saudi side Al Nassr contains a clause which would allow him to join Newcastle United on loan should they qualify for the Champions League. The Magpies currently sit third in the Premier League table. (Marca) Liverpool are ready to make another approach to Matheus Nunes after failing to sign him from Sporting CP last summer. The Reds are hoping to reach a £44m agreement with his new club Wolves. (Daily Telegraph) Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are unwilling to meet Atletico Madrid’s demands to pay a £10m feeRead More →

[ad_1] From Gtech Community Stadium – Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has hit out at referee Stuart Atwell’s decision to allow Bryan Mbeumo’s goal in the Reds’ 3-1 loss at Brentford on Monday, while he also stated that the Bees know how to ‘stretch the rules’. An own goal from Ibrahima Konate and a header from Yoane Wissa saw Brentford go 2-0 up, before Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain pulled one back just after half-time. Despite Liverpool’s 73% possession, they were unable to carve the hosts open, and Mbeumo sealed the win on the counter in the final five minutes. However, the Reds were furious that this goal wasRead More →

[ad_1] From Gtech Community Stadium – Liverpool’s hopes of finishing in the Premier League’s top four were dealt a blow with a 3-1 loss at Brentford on Monday evening. The Reds deservedly leave west London without the points, an apt punishment for their lazy and rogue defending throughout. It’s been the story of their season. According to Opta, they’ve given up 51 big chances this campaign, up to twice as many as the five teams above them in the table. Liverpool weren’t always this way, and it’s revisionist history to suggest so. While they were indeed fragile defensively in Jurgen Klopp’s early years, the arrivalRead More →