What happened between Al Ittihad and Sepahan in the Champions League?
Football is politics, whether you like it or not. Karim Benzema-led Al Ittihad refused to play the AFC Champions League game vs. Sepahan. So what happened? The issue surrounds a Kassem Suleimani statue on the sidelines at Naghsh-e-Jahan Stadium in Isfahan, Iran. Fans and players of the Saudi Arabian club...
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Barcelona and Real Madrid players with the highest release clauses in football
Who would’ve thought that Ronaldo’s once €1bn release clause would be equaled multiple times in the past two years? Lionel Messi had a €700m hefty buyout clause at the peak of his powers in 2017. With Ansu Fati, Pedri, Araujo, Gavi, and now Lamine Yamal, the Catalans have four players...
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Will Messi play for Inter Miami against NYFC?
Lionel Messi is doubtful for tomorrow's pivotal matchup against NYFC at DRV PNK stadium. The Herons desperately missed their superstar during Wednesday's US Open Cup loss against Houston Dynamo in what could have been the club's second trophy this season. Messi watched the club's losing effort from the club's VIP...
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The top 10 left-backs in the world 2023/24
Versatile left-backs are becoming an ever-more important position in football. Just look at the likes of Marcelo or, more recently, Andy Robertson, who combined their deft defensive tact with an ability to make a massive threat in the final third. Let's look at the top 10 left-backs in the world this 2023/24...
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Arsenal, Stella McCartney debut first-ever 23/24 women’s away kit
Arsenal have teamed up with fashion designer Stella McCartney for their first-ever 23/24 women's away kit. The fashion-forward design is likely to impress on the pitch this season. England's Women's Super League (WSL) kicks off this Friday with Arsenal's first match scheduled for Sunday versus Liverpool. Arsenal x Stella McCartney 23/24 away...
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Five candidates who could replace Ancelotti at Real Madrid
Carlo Ancelotti's days as Real Madrid boss are numbered, but not because the winningest Champions League coach needs to do a better job this season — Los Blancos are currently second in La Liga. Ancelotti is likely to pick up the Brazil gig next summer. And with that in mind, Real Madrid...
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Athens Kallithea release new third kit for the 2023/24 season
Greek side Athens Kallithea have released a new gold Kappa third shirt for the 2023/24 season. It's the final piece to their entire 23/24 kit set. Here are the epic 23/24 home and away kits from that initial drop. Athens Kallithea 2023/24 Kappa third shirt Super League 2 side Athens...
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AS Roma unveils 2023-2024 third kit: A detailed look at the new design
AS Roma dropped their third kit of the 23/24 season, and not surprisingly, it's another banger. Adidas x AS Roma 23/24 third kit “Modern style, eternal love,” is how the club describes the new Adidas x AS Roma 23/24 third kit. The sleek design showcases a black colorway with spicy...
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Apple’s Tim Cook ignites buzz with surprise Real Madrid visit
Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Real Madrid's practice grounds last weekend, sparking rumors of a potential partnership between the tech and football goliaths. The executive also attended the Madrid Derby on Sunday at the Metropolitan Stadium, where Álvaro Morata's double helped Atletico see off Los Blancos 3-1. What could Tim...
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Five candidates who could replace Pochettino at Chelsea
With Chelsea's recent struggles under coach Mauricio Pochettino, let's look at who could replace the Argentine boss. Unfortunately, it doesn't get any easier for the five-time Premier League winners, with Arsenal, Tottenham, Man City, Newcastle, Brighton, and Manchester United all in the next nine games. “I know you think I'm...
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