All About The Beautiful Game
Manuel Neuer has come out of international retirement as Germany continues to be stuck in the past. Make no mistake: Manuel Neuer is a legend of the game. The goalkeeper has played at the highest level for more than two decades. He’s won a World Cup, a treble, and a sextuple. He’s finished behind just … Read more
Bundesliga clubs have developed a reputation for doing astute business. This season was no different. Bundesliga action has largely come to a close after a remarkable season. While Wolfsburg’s fate will have to wait for the relegation playoff, Heidenheim and St. Pauli have been relegated, and seven clubs have booked their spots in Europe next … Read more
The Blues have struggled this season, but can still end it on a high note. This season has been a disaster for Chelsea. The Blues came into the season on a high, upsetting an all-conquering PSG side with a stunning 3-0 victory in the Club World Cup. There were several high-profile signings in the summer, … Read more
The Stade Rennais striker leads Ligue 1 in goals, but faces an uphill battle to make the France squad this summer. France starts the World Cup in just over a month. Les Bleus will do so without Liverpool star Hugo Ekitiké, who suffered a season-ending injury against PSG. France will not have the best version … Read more
Alemão just sent Rayo to the Conference League Final. He almost spent this season in Mexico instead. Rayo Vallecano are not rich, nor are they a massive club. They are nowhere near the two powerhouses in Madrid in terms of money, reputation, or performances. Their stadium is old and far from state-of-the-art. President Raúl Martín … Read more
The Polish defender has been a key figure for the Portuguese champions this season. Jakub Kiwior’s chapter in Portugal is not over yet. On Tuesday, FC Porto announced that they had purchased 100% of his rights for €17 million. There is a potential €5 million in add-ons if conditions are met. The Polish defender signed … Read more
Upamecano has unfortunately developed a reputation as a defensive liability in big games. He put those fears to bed against Real Madrid. For just a moment, it looked like it would happen again. Dayot Upamecano got a bad read on the ball and failed to control it, gifting Vinicius Jr. a one-on-one with Manuel Neuer. … Read more
Italy missing the World Cup for the third consecutive time is a real (real) bad look for Serie A. It’s not just Como 1907’s fault, although Cesc Fàbregas’ side has become the face of a greater problem. The richest club in Italy are notably lacking Italians, with only one actually playing: Edoardo Goldaniga. He’s played … Read more
The World Cup is now only months away. For its three hosts, there are still a couple of major questions to ask. It’s fair to say that none of the World Cup hosts can be entirely confident heading into the tournament. All three of the United States, Canada, and Mexico have had their shaky moments … Read more
The 17-year-old isn’t having “a few good matches” in Portugal. Pietuszewski is the real deal. In two weeks, Poland will play Albania. If Poland wins, either Ukraine or Sweden awaits in a winner-takes-all game with a World Cup spot on the line. That would be Poland’s third consecutive appearance on the world’s biggest stage. But … Read more