Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has labeled the on-field altercation between his players and Mallorca’s as “unnecessary.” The incident occurred following Madrid’s 3-0 win over Mallorca in the Spanish Supercopa semifinal in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for Los Blancos in the 63rd minute, with an own goal from Mallorca defender Martin Valjent doubling their lead. Rodrygo Goes sealed the victory with a last-minute strike, securing Madrid’s place in Sunday’s final. However, tempers flared after Rodrygo’s goal. Mallorca defender Pablo Maffeo confronted Bellingham, leading to a scuffle that saw substitute Raúl Asencio join in. Ancelotti…
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New West Ham United manager Graham Potter has stated that his time at Chelsea has made him a better coach. Potter was appointed as Chelsea’s head coach in September 2022, taking over from Thomas Tuchel shortly after Todd Boehly replaced Roman Abramovich as the club’s chairman. However, Potter’s tenure at Stamford Bridge was challenging, as Chelsea finished 12th in the league with 38 points from 38 matches, and he was dismissed in April 2023 following an 11th defeat in 31 games. Mauricio Pochettino was later appointed as the club’s new head coach in July 2023. After nearly two years without…
Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior is reportedly planning to purchase a football club in Portugal’s second division, according to ESPN. The 24-year-old is said to be exploring ways to diversify his business portfolio as he considers life beyond football. Vinícius already holds several personal sponsorship deals and has a long-term contract with Nike running until 2028. Represented by Roc Nation, the Brazilian forward maintains close connections with elite athletes from other sports, particularly in the NBA and NFL. Portugal’s second division consists of 18 teams, including reserve sides for Benfica and Porto. One such club, Portimonense, is already under Brazilian…
AC Milan boss Sergio Conceicao has hinted at a possible January move for Marcus Rashford, fueling speculation about the English forward’s future. Rashford is reportedly set to leave Manchester United in search of a fresh start, as he appears to have fallen out of favor under the current manager. With limited opportunities at Old Trafford, the 27-year-old is exploring options to revive his career. Rumors have linked Rashford to several clubs, including AC Milan, and Conceicao’s latest comments suggest the Italian giants are closely monitoring his situation. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Conceicao initially avoided addressing the speculation…
Barcelona have finally been given the green light to register Dani Olmo for the upcoming season following a controversial injunction. Olmo, who joined the club for £50 million from RB Leipzig this summer, had faced uncertainty over his registration for the rest of the season due to Barcelona’s financial struggles. The club has long battled to meet La Liga’s strict financial regulations, which have made it difficult to register players without compromise in recent years. As a result, Barcelona was unable to extend Olmo’s registration, alongside teammate Pau Victor, as the club had exceeded its salary cap. There was also…
Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for December 2024, while Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has claimed the Manager of the Month award. Isak earned the honor for the first time in his career after an electrifying December in which he scored eight goals and provided two assists in six games, netting in every fixture. His remarkable run began with a goal and assist in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Liverpool and concluded with a strike against Manchester United to close out the year. He edged out competition from Liverpool’s…
Former England winger Chris Waddle has urged manager Thomas Tuchel to build his team around Chelsea’s Cole Palmer. Waddle believes it would be “daft” not to make Palmer the focal point of Tuchel’s revamped England squad, citing the midfielder’s impressive performances since his move from Manchester City. Tuchel, who succeeded Gareth Southgate as England manager last October, officially began his tenure in January. “Cole Palmer always catches the eye,” Waddle told Prime Casino. “He’s a great creative player. People forget that creativity is the hardest part of football. “Palmer has been outstanding for Chelsea. He has so much ability and…
Ronald Araújo is reportedly open to a move to the Premier League, providing Arsenal with a significant boost in their pursuit of the Barcelona vice-captain, who has also been linked to Juventus. After a lengthy spell sidelined by a hamstring injury, Araújo is seeking to revive his career. With contract renewal talks at a standstill, the center-back has been heavily linked with a departure from Barcelona. Juventus, long-time admirers of the defender, were recently reported to have agreed to terms on a loan deal. However, Arsenal have now emerged as strong contenders for his signature. According to Mundo Deportivo, Araújo…
Manchester United have announced that star forward Amad Diallo has signed a new long-term contract, committing to the club until June 30, 2030. The Ivory Coast international has flourished under the management of Ruben Amorim, excelling in both a wing-back role and as part of a front three. Amad showcased his form once again by scoring his sixth goal of the season in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield. The 22-year-old’s previous deal was set to expire at the end of the season, though the club had the option to extend it by a year. Despite reported interest from…
Manchester United is reportedly demanding a fee of around £70m to part ways with midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, amid growing interest from Chelsea. United have yet to reach an agreement on a new contract for Mainoo, who remains on the £20,000-a-week deal he signed in February 2023. The club’s situation has become more pressing with Chelsea said to be ‘leading the race’ for the 19-year-old, and suggestions that they could move for him this month if Mainoo expresses interest in a switch to Stamford Bridge. However, according to The Mirror, for United to agree to a sale, they would require a…