The prestigious title of AFC International Player of the Year carries immense significance within Asian football, and 2023 has once again ignited the competition surrounding this esteemed accolade. After a brief hiatus in which the award wasn’t given in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, the spotlight has returned to one of its most
The 2024-25 European football season is blossoming, and among the players making impactful contributions, Omar Marmoush has emerged as a standout performer for Eintracht Frankfurt. His dazzling playstyle has catapulted him into the limelight, placing him alongside other noteworthy talents such as Serhou Guirassy and Bryan Mbeumo, who are making headlines in their respective leagues.
The recent Premier League clash between Southampton and Bournemouth brought to light the urgent challenges facing the Saints as they succumbed to a 3-1 defeat. The loss has plunged the team further into distress, remaining at the bottom of the table with a mere point earned from six matches this season. Coach Russell Martin did
Bournemouth beat their south coast rivals Southampton 3-1 to pile more misery on the winless Saints. The Cherries’ record signing Evanilson scored his first goal for the club to open the scoring and further first-half goals by Dango Ouattara and Antoine Semenyo left the visitors in trouble. Taylor Harwood-Bellis reduced the arrears after the restart
Wales’ English Football League (EFL) clubs are in talks about a “transformational” change which would see them enter a Welsh cup competition in order to qualify for European football. Cardiff City, Swansea City, Wrexham and Newport County play in the English pyramid and are therefore only able to qualify for European competitions via the Premier
Phil Foden, widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in English football, has seen a stark contrast in his performance this season compared to his exceptional run last year. In the 2022-2023 season, Foden netted an impressive 28 goals across various competitions and thundered his way into the spotlight by being awarded the PFA
In a significant move against organized crime, Italian authorities have arrested 19 individuals linked to the notorious ‘Ndrangheta mafia, directly impacting fan cultures of two of the most prominent Serie A football clubs—AC Milan and Inter Milan. This operation uncovers the alarming extent to which mafia influence has permeated into segments of professional sports, particularly
As the Major League Soccer (MLS) season continues to heat up, the competitive landscape of the league is becoming increasingly dynamic. In this analysis of the latest power rankings, we will explore the performance of the 29 clubs, examining who is surging forward and who is struggling to keep pace. The rankings take into consideration
In a surprising move that showcases his versatility, football superstar Harry Kane has made headlines not just for his athletic prowess but also for his business acumen. The England international has recently become a shareholder in the German-British oats company 3Bears. Established in 2016, this Munich-based brand has quickly carved out a niche in the
Real Madrid’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, is optimistic about returning to action just in time for a significant LaLiga matchup against Celta Vigo on October 26. Initially sidelined due to an injury sustained during the tightly contested 1-1 derby against Atlético Madrid, the 32-year-old shot-stopper was diagnosed with a muscle strain in his left abductor. Despite