Controversial statement from Mbappé’s former PSG teammate: “Without him we are a better team”
“Kylian is one of the best, if not the best. We knew it would be difficult, that we couldn’t replace him directly. But he can be replaced by the team.…
Analysing Europe’s top four leagues: How does football in England, Italy, Spain and Germany compare?
The last 20 editions of the UEFA Champions League have been won by a club from England, Italy, Spain or Germany. So it’s no surprise to see that UEFA’s country…
Real Madrid make Trent Alexander-Arnold a priority transfer target
Real Madrid have made Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold their top target. The Spanish club are also considering other right-back options, including Tottenham Hotspur’s 25-year-old Spain international Pedro Porro, 23-year-old Jeremie Frimpong…
How aggressively Manchester City followed a tactical master plan to beat Barcelona
When Alexia Putellas was substituted in the 86th minute, fans of two-time Ballon d’Or winners Manchester City taunted by replying: “Who? City kept not only Barcelona captain Putellas quiet but…
Why international football is under threat like never before
On the eve of a new season, Manchester City and Portugal defender Ruben Dias used his social media accounts to lay out all that stood before him for club and…
Bayern Munich could not stop scoring. Then they came up against Unai Emery
To beat Bayern Munich, Unai Emery needed Aston Villa to play the game, not the occasion. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez said it was so loud in his ears. The first Champions…
Champions League plans: All the talk from Matchday 2
Matchday 2 of the 2024-25 Champions League produced many goals and surprises as we continue to learn about the new format of the tournament. Big wins for Barcelona, Arsenal, Borussia…
Aston Villa, Lille and an important night for the future of European football
What a night. Let’s start at the end: loud ovations at Villa Park, Emiliano Martinez pounding the ground in celebration, Jhon Duran fist-pumping at the Holte End and tens of…
Bologna were aiming for the Conference League but are now enjoying a “legendary” Champions League night
“Go ahead! On!” A performance was requested outside the Beatles Museum in Liverpool. Gianni Morandi, who is eighty this winter, was milling around outside with a Bologna scarf around his…
There is a gap between PSG and Arsenal – Luis Enrique’s side need to reach that goal
Luis Enrique did not fail. He admitted his Paris Saint-Germain side did not come close to competing against Arsenal on Tuesday night. There was no disguising the reality check presented…