22 mins. ago
Barcelona's search for a new number has hardly extended beyond Julian Alvarez, as the club remain determined to sign the Argentine forward.
Other names have been linked with a move to Catalonia, but the club have never shown any concrete interest. Joao Pedro, to that end, perhaps came the closest.
Earlier in the summer, the Brazilian was a serious alternative for Barcelona to reinforce their attacking unit but a move never materialised.
Pedro will continue at Chelsea. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's option to sign Pedro is now permanently closed as Chelsea are on the verge of extending his contract.
#pedro #Chelsea #julian #catalonia
Other names have been linked with a move to Catalonia, but the club have never shown any concrete interest. Joao Pedro, to that end, perhaps came the closest.
Earlier in the summer, the Brazilian was a serious alternative for Barcelona to reinforce their attacking unit but a move never materialised.
Pedro will continue at Chelsea. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's option to sign Pedro is now permanently closed as Chelsea are on the verge of extending his contract.
#pedro #Chelsea #julian #catalonia
6 hours ago
Most people know the general gist of Maycon Cardozo's rise through the ranks of Bayern Munich so far, but it is worth repeating how rapidly the pint sized magician has overcome every challenge thus far. Picked as part of the 2024 Bayern World Squad edition, the Brazilian impressed the likes of Roy Makaay and his fellow World Squad coaches so much that they unanimously agreed to recommend Bayern to sign the youngster from the Sports Thai Bavaria Academy in Thailand. He duly joined the U17s in January 2025, moved up to the U-19s in the summer, made it to the U-23s by January 2026 and made his first team debut under Vincent Kompany in March 2026 in a 4-1 victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Now two 2026/27 preseason games are gone and Cardozo has passed his next challenge. Moved all over the pitch to unfamiliar positions, including on the right flank against Rottach-Egern, he nevertheless impressed. Nor are just his performances on the pitch impressive, multiple coaches have been impressed by the youngster's work ethic. Bildreports (as captured by iMiaSanMia) that Cardozo has an outside chance at a role with the first team for the 2026/27 season:
Maycon Cardozo has emerged as one of the winners of the first part of pre-season. The 17-year old Brazilian stood out in training with his work ethic and attacking drive, receiving recognition from Vincent Kompany. Cardozo also left a good impression in yesterday's friendly and is increasingly making a strong case for himself to be permanently included in the first team
FCB II head coach Dante was also impressed: "Maycon always gives it his all – always. I even had to stop him once and tell him he shouldn't always be sprinting. He is always motivated and focused, always thinking about the next ball. That's a great quality. With his attitude, he's a role model for our team."
Because of this commitment and performances, Cardozo will be included in the squad for the Asia tour, and could get game time in the friendlies there. After the tour, it will become clearer whether Cardozo has a realistic chance of playing a role for the first team this season.
#first #bayern #impressed
Now two 2026/27 preseason games are gone and Cardozo has passed his next challenge. Moved all over the pitch to unfamiliar positions, including on the right flank against Rottach-Egern, he nevertheless impressed. Nor are just his performances on the pitch impressive, multiple coaches have been impressed by the youngster's work ethic. Bildreports (as captured by iMiaSanMia) that Cardozo has an outside chance at a role with the first team for the 2026/27 season:
Maycon Cardozo has emerged as one of the winners of the first part of pre-season. The 17-year old Brazilian stood out in training with his work ethic and attacking drive, receiving recognition from Vincent Kompany. Cardozo also left a good impression in yesterday's friendly and is increasingly making a strong case for himself to be permanently included in the first team
FCB II head coach Dante was also impressed: "Maycon always gives it his all – always. I even had to stop him once and tell him he shouldn't always be sprinting. He is always motivated and focused, always thinking about the next ball. That's a great quality. With his attitude, he's a role model for our team."
Because of this commitment and performances, Cardozo will be included in the squad for the Asia tour, and could get game time in the friendlies there. After the tour, it will become clearer whether Cardozo has a realistic chance of playing a role for the first team this season.
#first #bayern #impressed
10 hours ago
Juventus had many needs in the summer transfer window, but perhaps the most pressing was along the front line.
With Dusan Vlahovic out of contract and Jonathan David and Loïs Openda on the outs after horrific debut seasons, there had been a serious question about who exactly would play up front, especially at the No. 9 position.
The rumors have been swirling for what seems like months, but we're finally on the cusp of answering the question.
Juventus' two big new attacking signings are mere steps away from their respective "officially official" articles. Attacking midfielder Kerim Alajbegovic arrived at Caselle Airport on Saturday afternoon, and reportedly headed straight to J Medical for his medical. The Bosnian international was accompanied by his countryman and former Juve midfielder Miralem Pjanic.
Alajbegovic, who won't turn 19 until September, has already been capped 14 times by Bosnia and Herzegovina, scoring twice, including against Qatar in the group stage of the World Cup this summer. He played at RB Salzburg last year, scoring 13 times in 44 games in all competitions. That prompted Bayer Leverkusen to buy him back from the Austrian side, looking to make a quick profit on excellent professional debut. Leverkusen had made an agreement with Chelsea, but Alajbegovic rejected the deal over concerns about playing time. The deal is reportedly for €33 million plus another €7 million in bonuses, and Luciano Spalletti has already intimated that he'll be the team's trequartista in the coming season.
#attacking #medical #question
With Dusan Vlahovic out of contract and Jonathan David and Loïs Openda on the outs after horrific debut seasons, there had been a serious question about who exactly would play up front, especially at the No. 9 position.
The rumors have been swirling for what seems like months, but we're finally on the cusp of answering the question.
Juventus' two big new attacking signings are mere steps away from their respective "officially official" articles. Attacking midfielder Kerim Alajbegovic arrived at Caselle Airport on Saturday afternoon, and reportedly headed straight to J Medical for his medical. The Bosnian international was accompanied by his countryman and former Juve midfielder Miralem Pjanic.
Alajbegovic, who won't turn 19 until September, has already been capped 14 times by Bosnia and Herzegovina, scoring twice, including against Qatar in the group stage of the World Cup this summer. He played at RB Salzburg last year, scoring 13 times in 44 games in all competitions. That prompted Bayer Leverkusen to buy him back from the Austrian side, looking to make a quick profit on excellent professional debut. Leverkusen had made an agreement with Chelsea, but Alajbegovic rejected the deal over concerns about playing time. The deal is reportedly for €33 million plus another €7 million in bonuses, and Luciano Spalletti has already intimated that he'll be the team's trequartista in the coming season.
#attacking #medical #question
15 hours ago
Federico Chiesa's Liverpool future is back under the spotlight, with Foot Mercato reporting fresh interest from Atletico Madrid. For a player who has lived on the fringes at Anfield, the latest developments feel significant, particularly at a time when Liverpool are recalibrating under Andoni Iraola.
The numbers from Chiesa's 2025/26 Premier League campaign offer a compelling counterpoint to his bit-part status. In around 318 league minutes, the Italy international produced two goals and one **** ist. On a per 90 basis, those figures point to sharp attacking efficiency, while his non-penalty expected goals return suggests a player still capable of generating high-value moments in the final third.
That is why this situation carries intrigue. The issue around Chiesa has rarely been productivity, it has been availability in the starting picture. He made only one league start last season and, across two years on Merseyside, managed 36 appearances in all competitions with only five starts. Those totals explain why external interest has emerged, even if the player's own stance has remained relatively clear.
According to the report, Atletico Madrid have made an attempt for Chiesa and continue to monitor him closely. Diego Simeone is said to appreciate the profile, which is understandable given Chiesa's direct running, intensity and ability to attack **** e from wide positions. Any firm progression from the Spanish side appears linked to the outcome of the Julian Alvarez situation, which remains central to their summer planning.
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#Liverpool #around #goals
The numbers from Chiesa's 2025/26 Premier League campaign offer a compelling counterpoint to his bit-part status. In around 318 league minutes, the Italy international produced two goals and one **** ist. On a per 90 basis, those figures point to sharp attacking efficiency, while his non-penalty expected goals return suggests a player still capable of generating high-value moments in the final third.
That is why this situation carries intrigue. The issue around Chiesa has rarely been productivity, it has been availability in the starting picture. He made only one league start last season and, across two years on Merseyside, managed 36 appearances in all competitions with only five starts. Those totals explain why external interest has emerged, even if the player's own stance has remained relatively clear.
According to the report, Atletico Madrid have made an attempt for Chiesa and continue to monitor him closely. Diego Simeone is said to appreciate the profile, which is understandable given Chiesa's direct running, intensity and ability to attack **** e from wide positions. Any firm progression from the Spanish side appears linked to the outcome of the Julian Alvarez situation, which remains central to their summer planning.
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#Liverpool #around #goals
15 hours ago
Arsenal have agreed an £80 million deal to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, according to The Times. The Magpies star is a top target for Gunners manager Mikel Arteta and he is expected to have a medical on Monday at London Colney. The Brazilian has signed a five-year contract to join ***** nal, and the Emirates Stadium club could announce his arrival officially next week. Guimaraes is joining the Gunners for an initial £70m, while Newcastle are set to receive a further £10m in add-ons going forward.
His impending arrival will see Christian Norgaard depart after Everton agreed a deal in principle with ***** nal for the midfielder worth about £7m. The North London club were willing to pull all the stops to sign Guimaraes, and they have finally got their man from the look of things.
He will improve their fortunes on the pitch given his attacking prowess from the middle of the park.
The Gunners want to win back-to-back Premier League ***** les for the first time next term, and adding the Newcastle star to their ranks is a huge boost.
#arsenal #london #midfielder
His impending arrival will see Christian Norgaard depart after Everton agreed a deal in principle with ***** nal for the midfielder worth about £7m. The North London club were willing to pull all the stops to sign Guimaraes, and they have finally got their man from the look of things.
He will improve their fortunes on the pitch given his attacking prowess from the middle of the park.
The Gunners want to win back-to-back Premier League ***** les for the first time next term, and adding the Newcastle star to their ranks is a huge boost.
#arsenal #london #midfielder
17 hours ago
Liverpool have been presented with a live transfer opening after Ajax winger Mika Godts emerged as a serious target for Paris Saint-Germain, with TeamTalk reporting that the Reds, ******* nal, Manchester United and Tottenham have all been updated on the situation.
This is how modern transfer markets work. One club pushes, others are alerted, agents circle, and suddenly a deal that looked straightforward becomes a race. In this case, the player is 21, productive, versatile and expensive. That usually gets everybody's attention.
Godts enjoyed a standout season in Amsterdam, producing 32 goal contributions in a difficult campaign for Ajax. That output explains why TeamTalk says Premier League clubs have kept contact with his camp, and why PSG are now moving with intent after missing out on other attacking targets.
According to the report, PSG have already held "positive discussions" over a move for Godts. The French champions are still pressing ahead in the market and believe the Belgian attacker can fit into Luis Enrique's longer-term plans. The article adds that Godts "is understood to be open to the prospect of moving to the French capital", even with heavy competition for places.
That matters. If the player is receptive, the selling club's resistance becomes the next major obstacle. It does not guarantee a move, but it changes the temperature very quickly.
#move
This is how modern transfer markets work. One club pushes, others are alerted, agents circle, and suddenly a deal that looked straightforward becomes a race. In this case, the player is 21, productive, versatile and expensive. That usually gets everybody's attention.
Godts enjoyed a standout season in Amsterdam, producing 32 goal contributions in a difficult campaign for Ajax. That output explains why TeamTalk says Premier League clubs have kept contact with his camp, and why PSG are now moving with intent after missing out on other attacking targets.
According to the report, PSG have already held "positive discussions" over a move for Godts. The French champions are still pressing ahead in the market and believe the Belgian attacker can fit into Luis Enrique's longer-term plans. The article adds that Godts "is understood to be open to the prospect of moving to the French capital", even with heavy competition for places.
That matters. If the player is receptive, the selling club's resistance becomes the next major obstacle. It does not guarantee a move, but it changes the temperature very quickly.
#move
17 hours ago
Dortmund have high hopes for the highly rated attacking prospect, who has already caught the eye during the club's summer preparations. Although the 17-year-old made only one brief Bundesliga appearance last season, he has looked sharp in pre-season and even found the net against Fortuna Düsseldorf.Kovač was quick to highlight the youngster's qualities.
"You can see what abilities he has. He's fast, strong in the air, and I have to say he put in a lot of effort," the Dortmund coach said after the match.Known for demanding a high level of defensive discipline from his players, Kovač has clearly been pleased with Albert's willingness to improve without the ball.The teenager admitted that the increased tactical and physical demands have helped take his game to another level.
"It has helped me take a certain aspect of my game to a new level. Before, I wasn't the best in some areas, but this has motivated me to work much harder. There are higher demands, such as the work rate and the **** e that needs to be covered, especially in the new, more central position. This has definitely helped my game a lot."
Albert, who regards Kylian Mbappé as his role model, is not lacking in ambition. Looking beyond pre-season, the American youngster has set himself lofty goals at the club.
My dream is to become an important player for the club and to stand out, to be a true leader and help the team win games. I don't want to reduce my game to just statistics. My main goal is to get better every day and develop as much as possible," he told Sky.Reflecting on his rapid rise, Albert admitted that the past six months have flown by."Training with the professionals every day and improving as a player was fantastic,"he said.
#game #demands
"You can see what abilities he has. He's fast, strong in the air, and I have to say he put in a lot of effort," the Dortmund coach said after the match.Known for demanding a high level of defensive discipline from his players, Kovač has clearly been pleased with Albert's willingness to improve without the ball.The teenager admitted that the increased tactical and physical demands have helped take his game to another level.
"It has helped me take a certain aspect of my game to a new level. Before, I wasn't the best in some areas, but this has motivated me to work much harder. There are higher demands, such as the work rate and the **** e that needs to be covered, especially in the new, more central position. This has definitely helped my game a lot."
Albert, who regards Kylian Mbappé as his role model, is not lacking in ambition. Looking beyond pre-season, the American youngster has set himself lofty goals at the club.
My dream is to become an important player for the club and to stand out, to be a true leader and help the team win games. I don't want to reduce my game to just statistics. My main goal is to get better every day and develop as much as possible," he told Sky.Reflecting on his rapid rise, Albert admitted that the past six months have flown by."Training with the professionals every day and improving as a player was fantastic,"he said.
#game #demands
17 hours ago
He was the president of the Immortals, the Invincibles and the Amazing Ones. He oversaw **** les, Ballon d'Or wins and records. He was a president full of life, with AC Milan at heart. The Rossoneri fans loved him, his sporting opponents respected him. Silvio Berlusconi and his helicopter, Silvio Berlusconi and his vision.
He planned and brought together squads with a wealth of options so as to compete on all fronts, he desired and dreamed of playing attacking football at home and away, and he always held to the idea that one's opponent is an integral part of sport. He never made himself an enemy of anybody but was a fierce competitor, who required his opponents to be at the top of their game. He was not to be beaten with clenched fists. His vision of football was a game pleasing to the eye and soul, not dedicated to madness and violence. He always showed others that this was the way. He was the Presidentissimo of Italian football.
"Silvio, Milano loves you". That was the welcome from the fans that greeted him 37 years ago, when AC Milan were suffering, languishing, at risk of a worse fate. And he responded with that courageous, infectious smile. He made a lot of significant and very brave investments. He smiled in victory and in defeat. He brought first-place and podium finishes to AC Milan, though he was always gracious when the **** le went elsewhere.
Now, it's time for the great, unforgettable Cavaliere to take his final journey. On either side of the path, there will be a guard of honour from fans and directors, from coaches and players. His father Luigi will be waiting up there for him, as will Rosa, his mother. They will already be receiving him with a warm embrace and telling him how football fans are applauding him. No ifs, no buts, no maybes. Everyone united in applause, just as he would have wanted. Silvio, you are still loved here.
#silvio #Milan #fans #berlusconi
He planned and brought together squads with a wealth of options so as to compete on all fronts, he desired and dreamed of playing attacking football at home and away, and he always held to the idea that one's opponent is an integral part of sport. He never made himself an enemy of anybody but was a fierce competitor, who required his opponents to be at the top of their game. He was not to be beaten with clenched fists. His vision of football was a game pleasing to the eye and soul, not dedicated to madness and violence. He always showed others that this was the way. He was the Presidentissimo of Italian football.
"Silvio, Milano loves you". That was the welcome from the fans that greeted him 37 years ago, when AC Milan were suffering, languishing, at risk of a worse fate. And he responded with that courageous, infectious smile. He made a lot of significant and very brave investments. He smiled in victory and in defeat. He brought first-place and podium finishes to AC Milan, though he was always gracious when the **** le went elsewhere.
Now, it's time for the great, unforgettable Cavaliere to take his final journey. On either side of the path, there will be a guard of honour from fans and directors, from coaches and players. His father Luigi will be waiting up there for him, as will Rosa, his mother. They will already be receiving him with a warm embrace and telling him how football fans are applauding him. No ifs, no buts, no maybes. Everyone united in applause, just as he would have wanted. Silvio, you are still loved here.
#silvio #Milan #fans #berlusconi
18 hours ago
Genoa v AC Milan, the final away game of the season. At Marassi, home to the Luigi Ferraris Stadium (named after a former Genoa player), the Rossoneri head into the end of their campaign aiming for a win against the Rossoblù. Recent encounters have proved favourable for us, with a record of six wins from the last seven trips to Genoa. One of the most memorable was on 7 October 2023, when the Rossoneri won thanks to a goal from Pulisic, before a dramatic finale that saw Olivier Giroud step in as goalkeeper.
In front of around 33,000 spectators, Pioli's Rossoneri went into action just days after a goalless away game in Dortmund against BVB. In the league, they had shown promising form, and they were on their way to a fourth straight win and a seventh victory from their first eight matches. There were several changes to the Rossoneri lineup, with the attacking trio Chukwueze, Jović, and Okafor starting. The match was close and hard-fought, with Gilardino's Genoa defending well and posing a serious attacking threat. The chances came in the final 30 minutes. Leão's header hit the crossbar, and Maignan produced a spectacular save to deny a deflected left-footed effort from Drăgușin. The final minutes turned into a frantic end to the match with everything still possible. In the 87th minute, Pulisic found a cross sent in by Musah and sent it to the back of the net to give the Rossoneri the lead. The goal was given after a VAR review by referee Piccinini.
In the 96th minute, Maignan came off his line and went into a challenge with Ekuban on the edge of the box. Following a VAR review, referee Piccinini showed our goalkeeper a straight red for a serious foul. With all substitutions already used up, Giroud went in goal. In the 102nd minute, after five minutes of stoppage time, the free kick was taken: Tomori deflected Guðmundsson's shot onto the crossbar. Then just a minute later, the Genoa goalkeeper, Josep Martinez, was also sent off for a second yellow after a foul on Musah inside the Rossoneri penalty area. In the 104th minute, Giroud stepped up with a heroic save, rushing out bravely to deny Pușcaș's attempt at goal. A dramatic finale in an unforgettable encounter.
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#goal #giroud #minutes
In front of around 33,000 spectators, Pioli's Rossoneri went into action just days after a goalless away game in Dortmund against BVB. In the league, they had shown promising form, and they were on their way to a fourth straight win and a seventh victory from their first eight matches. There were several changes to the Rossoneri lineup, with the attacking trio Chukwueze, Jović, and Okafor starting. The match was close and hard-fought, with Gilardino's Genoa defending well and posing a serious attacking threat. The chances came in the final 30 minutes. Leão's header hit the crossbar, and Maignan produced a spectacular save to deny a deflected left-footed effort from Drăgușin. The final minutes turned into a frantic end to the match with everything still possible. In the 87th minute, Pulisic found a cross sent in by Musah and sent it to the back of the net to give the Rossoneri the lead. The goal was given after a VAR review by referee Piccinini.
In the 96th minute, Maignan came off his line and went into a challenge with Ekuban on the edge of the box. Following a VAR review, referee Piccinini showed our goalkeeper a straight red for a serious foul. With all substitutions already used up, Giroud went in goal. In the 102nd minute, after five minutes of stoppage time, the free kick was taken: Tomori deflected Guðmundsson's shot onto the crossbar. Then just a minute later, the Genoa goalkeeper, Josep Martinez, was also sent off for a second yellow after a foul on Musah inside the Rossoneri penalty area. In the 104th minute, Giroud stepped up with a heroic save, rushing out bravely to deny Pușcaș's attempt at goal. A dramatic finale in an unforgettable encounter.
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#goal #giroud #minutes
18 hours ago
Arsenal are keeping a close watch on the Vinicius Junior contract saga at Real Madrid, with the situation still finely balanced despite a growing expectation in Spain that the Brazilian will remain at the Bernabeu. According to TeamTalk, the Gunners are being updated on developments as talks over a new deal continue to stall over key financial terms.
This is not a case of **** nal accelerating into active negotiations for a player seeking an exit. The current picture is more measured than that. Real Madrid want to keep Vinicius Junior, Vinicius Junior wants to stay at Real Madrid, and **** nal are positioned as informed observers who would be prepared to act if the landscape shifts.
The central issue appears to be Real Madrid's latest stance in negotiations. TeamTalk reports that the Spanish club have told Vinicius their present proposal is effectively the end of the road. Their current offer is said to be final, with the club unwilling to disrupt what has long been a carefully controlled wage structure.
That creates an obvious pressure point. Real Madrid remain determined to retain one of their elite attacking players, but they also seem unwilling to keep stretching financially. The article states that "the biggest stumbling block is the signing-on bonus attached to a new contract", with Vinicius' side pushing for a package closer to the terms awarded to Kylian Mbappe.
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#real #madrid #contract #negotiations
This is not a case of **** nal accelerating into active negotiations for a player seeking an exit. The current picture is more measured than that. Real Madrid want to keep Vinicius Junior, Vinicius Junior wants to stay at Real Madrid, and **** nal are positioned as informed observers who would be prepared to act if the landscape shifts.
The central issue appears to be Real Madrid's latest stance in negotiations. TeamTalk reports that the Spanish club have told Vinicius their present proposal is effectively the end of the road. Their current offer is said to be final, with the club unwilling to disrupt what has long been a carefully controlled wage structure.
That creates an obvious pressure point. Real Madrid remain determined to retain one of their elite attacking players, but they also seem unwilling to keep stretching financially. The article states that "the biggest stumbling block is the signing-on bonus attached to a new contract", with Vinicius' side pushing for a package closer to the terms awarded to Kylian Mbappe.
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#real #madrid #contract #negotiations
1 day ago
Harry Kane's future has occasionally been the subject of speculation, with rumors linking him to a potential return to the Premier League or even a move elsewhere in Europe. However, after a sensational campaign with Bayern Munich that saw him lift major trophies, put together one of the greatest goal-scoring seasons in modern football, and firmly establish himself in the Ballon d'Or conversation, there appears to be little reason for the England captain to consider leaving. Former Chelsea ****** istant manager Jody Morris believes Kane is exactly where he should be and made a compelling case for both his future in Munich and his Ballon d'Or credentials.
"I don't see why Harry Kane would want to move. Bayern Munich is an amazing football club. He is in Ballon d'Or conversations while winning trophies. Unless he wanted a new family experience in Spain or wanted to come back to break the Premier League record, those would be the only things to pull him away," Morris told BOYLE Sports, who offer the latest football odds. "The level he performed at last year for Bayern was phenomenal. He never quite hit that same level in the World Cup, although his goal tally was decent. Vincent Kompany has been a great fit for him."
Morris raises valid points. Kane finally achieved what had eluded him for so much of his career by winning major silverware while continuing to produce elite individual numbers. Bayern Munich has given him a platform to compete for every trophy each season, and Kompany's attacking style has allowed Kane to thrive as both a scorer and creator. Unless Kane is motivated by personal milestones such as breaking the Premier League's all-time scoring record or experiencing a different league, there is little sporting incentive to leave.
Morris also believes Kane deserves football's highest individual honor.
"In my opinion, he should win the Ballon d'Or. He had the second-best goal-scoring season in history," said Morris. "How do you not win the Ballon d'Or with those numbers while winning trophies and going deep in a tournament with England?"
#kane #bayern #premier #goal
"I don't see why Harry Kane would want to move. Bayern Munich is an amazing football club. He is in Ballon d'Or conversations while winning trophies. Unless he wanted a new family experience in Spain or wanted to come back to break the Premier League record, those would be the only things to pull him away," Morris told BOYLE Sports, who offer the latest football odds. "The level he performed at last year for Bayern was phenomenal. He never quite hit that same level in the World Cup, although his goal tally was decent. Vincent Kompany has been a great fit for him."
Morris raises valid points. Kane finally achieved what had eluded him for so much of his career by winning major silverware while continuing to produce elite individual numbers. Bayern Munich has given him a platform to compete for every trophy each season, and Kompany's attacking style has allowed Kane to thrive as both a scorer and creator. Unless Kane is motivated by personal milestones such as breaking the Premier League's all-time scoring record or experiencing a different league, there is little sporting incentive to leave.
Morris also believes Kane deserves football's highest individual honor.
"In my opinion, he should win the Ballon d'Or. He had the second-best goal-scoring season in history," said Morris. "How do you not win the Ballon d'Or with those numbers while winning trophies and going deep in a tournament with England?"
#kane #bayern #premier #goal
1 day ago
Professional Fighters League's return to UBS Arena in LongIsland, New York, was punctuated by a majestic performance in themain event.
The PFL New York headliner saw current 155-pound ***** leholderUsmanNurmagomedov (22-0, 1 NC; 4-0 PFL) defend his championshipagainst ArchieColgan (13-1, 2-1 PFL). After a feeling-out couple of minutesin the center of the cage, Nurmagomedov connected with a head kickon his opponent's temple before following up with a big left handthat dropped Colgan. Shortly after the American managed torecompose himself and get back to his feet, Nurmagomedov followedup with more uppercuts that sent "King" to his knees. Smellingblood, the Dagestani landed more punches before referee KeithPeterson waved it off at the 3:42 mark of Round 1. In hispost-fight interview, Nurmagomedov was noncommittal about hisfuture in the promotion, since Friday's fight was the last on hiscurrent contract.
In the co-main event, DakotaDitcheva (16-0, 11-0 PFL) made a successful return from ayear-long injury hiatus, taking on former BellatorMMA ***** le challenger DeniseKielholtz (9-6, 1-1 PFL). "Dangerous" showed no cage rust,combining clean, sharp striking with effective takedowns, puttingany concerns about the injured hand to rest. Ditcheva made the mostof her reach, attacking from range with front kicks to the head andmidsection, while Kielholtz answered with a few spinning attacksbut overall posed little threat. The pace slowed in the thirdframe, drawing scattered boos as Ditcheva went the distance for thethird time in her otherwise finish-heavy career. When the dustsettled, all three judges scored it 30-27 for Ditcheva.
In a 157-pound catchweight tilt, AmruMagomedov (10-0, 2-0 PFL) kept his record unblemished byovercoming AngelAlvarez (11-3, 1-1 PFL). Magomedov attacked with a variety ofstrikes out of the gate, but his kicks proved to be his most lethalweapon. After "Salsa King," who failed to make the contracted155-pound weight limit the day before, crumpled from the damage,Magomedov poured it on until referee Dan Miragliotta stepped in at 4:28 ofRound 2.
An elitemiddleweight clash headlines PFL Charlotte: Tune on Friday, Aug. 7at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The main card opener saw former Ares Fighting Championship205-pound kingpin MoustaphaDiakhate (6-0-1, 1-0 PFL) make a statement in his promotionaldebut, crushing last-minute replacement DarrylKing Walker (2-1, 0-1 PFL). "Black Black" hunted his opponentdown with strikes from the opening bell before taking the fight to the canvas and finishing "The Sacred Beast"from mount at 2:35 into the opening stanza.
In the featured fight on the preliminary card, LazaroDayron (11-0-1, 3-0-1 PFL) relied on his crisp striking andwell-timed takedowns to outpoint former interim Bellator MMA135-pound ***** leholder RaufeonStots (21-5, 1-3 PFL) at the end of a close contest, with twojudges scoring 29-28 in favor of "El Cazador" and one 29-28 for"Supa"; earlier, Sean Gauci(12-1, 2-0 PFL) dominated AllanB
The PFL New York headliner saw current 155-pound ***** leholderUsmanNurmagomedov (22-0, 1 NC; 4-0 PFL) defend his championshipagainst ArchieColgan (13-1, 2-1 PFL). After a feeling-out couple of minutesin the center of the cage, Nurmagomedov connected with a head kickon his opponent's temple before following up with a big left handthat dropped Colgan. Shortly after the American managed torecompose himself and get back to his feet, Nurmagomedov followedup with more uppercuts that sent "King" to his knees. Smellingblood, the Dagestani landed more punches before referee KeithPeterson waved it off at the 3:42 mark of Round 1. In hispost-fight interview, Nurmagomedov was noncommittal about hisfuture in the promotion, since Friday's fight was the last on hiscurrent contract.
In the co-main event, DakotaDitcheva (16-0, 11-0 PFL) made a successful return from ayear-long injury hiatus, taking on former BellatorMMA ***** le challenger DeniseKielholtz (9-6, 1-1 PFL). "Dangerous" showed no cage rust,combining clean, sharp striking with effective takedowns, puttingany concerns about the injured hand to rest. Ditcheva made the mostof her reach, attacking from range with front kicks to the head andmidsection, while Kielholtz answered with a few spinning attacksbut overall posed little threat. The pace slowed in the thirdframe, drawing scattered boos as Ditcheva went the distance for thethird time in her otherwise finish-heavy career. When the dustsettled, all three judges scored it 30-27 for Ditcheva.
In a 157-pound catchweight tilt, AmruMagomedov (10-0, 2-0 PFL) kept his record unblemished byovercoming AngelAlvarez (11-3, 1-1 PFL). Magomedov attacked with a variety ofstrikes out of the gate, but his kicks proved to be his most lethalweapon. After "Salsa King," who failed to make the contracted155-pound weight limit the day before, crumpled from the damage,Magomedov poured it on until referee Dan Miragliotta stepped in at 4:28 ofRound 2.
An elitemiddleweight clash headlines PFL Charlotte: Tune on Friday, Aug. 7at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The main card opener saw former Ares Fighting Championship205-pound kingpin MoustaphaDiakhate (6-0-1, 1-0 PFL) make a statement in his promotionaldebut, crushing last-minute replacement DarrylKing Walker (2-1, 0-1 PFL). "Black Black" hunted his opponentdown with strikes from the opening bell before taking the fight to the canvas and finishing "The Sacred Beast"from mount at 2:35 into the opening stanza.
In the featured fight on the preliminary card, LazaroDayron (11-0-1, 3-0-1 PFL) relied on his crisp striking andwell-timed takedowns to outpoint former interim Bellator MMA135-pound ***** leholder RaufeonStots (21-5, 1-3 PFL) at the end of a close contest, with twojudges scoring 29-28 in favor of "El Cazador" and one 29-28 for"Supa"; earlier, Sean Gauci(12-1, 2-0 PFL) dominated AllanB
2 days ago
Parma have officially bought Ousmane Diallo from Borussia Dortmund, securing the Spain Under-19 international talent, signing a contract to 2031.
According to Sky Sport Italia, the cost of the transfer is believed to be around €1.5m.
Primarily a left-sided attacking winger, but also able to play on the right, Diallo was born in Gran Canaria and has dual Spanish and Senegalese citizenship.
DORTMUND, GERMANY – JULY 28: (L-R) Jobe Bellingham challenges Ousmane Diallo during a training session of Borussia Dortmund after resume of summer break at Training Ground Hohenbuschei on July 28, 2025 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)
He represented Spain throughout all the youth levels, making a big mark for the Under-19 side with five goals and one ***** ist in 11 caps.
#germany #july #training #according
According to Sky Sport Italia, the cost of the transfer is believed to be around €1.5m.
Primarily a left-sided attacking winger, but also able to play on the right, Diallo was born in Gran Canaria and has dual Spanish and Senegalese citizenship.
DORTMUND, GERMANY – JULY 28: (L-R) Jobe Bellingham challenges Ousmane Diallo during a training session of Borussia Dortmund after resume of summer break at Training Ground Hohenbuschei on July 28, 2025 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)
He represented Spain throughout all the youth levels, making a big mark for the Under-19 side with five goals and one ***** ist in 11 caps.
#germany #july #training #according
2 days ago
Arsenal could conduct a medical at London Colney to complete the signing of Bruno Guimaraes next week, according to the Daily Mail's Isaan Khan. Mikel Arteta's side have reached an agreement in principle to sign the Gunners target in a £77 million deal. The ****** nal manager is eager to bring top players to the Emirates Stadium club, and Guimaraes is desperate to move to North London. A deal is close to being completed, and the Newcastle star could become an ****** nal player next week.
The 28-year-old is set to become the Gunners' third signing of the summer transfer window after deals for French goalkeeper Illan Meslier and Greek winger Christos Tzolis. Guimaraes has everything it takes to improve the ****** nal midfield, and it is clear to why Arteta wanted him. He brings Premier League experience and quality to the table, and the North Londoners could do with his attacking abilities.
#gunners #week
The 28-year-old is set to become the Gunners' third signing of the summer transfer window after deals for French goalkeeper Illan Meslier and Greek winger Christos Tzolis. Guimaraes has everything it takes to improve the ****** nal midfield, and it is clear to why Arteta wanted him. He brings Premier League experience and quality to the table, and the North Londoners could do with his attacking abilities.
#gunners #week
2 days ago
Rangers are interested in bringing Frosinone attacker Fares Ghedjemis to Ibrox this summer, according to Sky Sports. Bears manager Derek McInnes has been strengthening his Rangers squad this summer as he looks to win the Scottish Premiership next term. The France-born Ghedjemis has now emerged as a target for the Light Blues after Celtic failed with a bid during the last winter transfer window. The 23-year-old Algerian international bagged 15 goals to help Frosinone secure Serie A promotion, which has impressed Rangers.
Ghedjemis featured at the World Cup and a move to Ibrox could now be on the cards. Rangers are now pushing for a deal and are making a strong move as he is their first target to strengthen in attack.
The Frenchman has several suitors keen on recruiting his services this summer, but the Bears appear to be one of the favourites to sign him. Frosinone will have to start looking elsewhere for attacking reinforcements as they look to impress in the Italian top-flight without the Rangers target.
#rangers #frosinone #move #fares
Ghedjemis featured at the World Cup and a move to Ibrox could now be on the cards. Rangers are now pushing for a deal and are making a strong move as he is their first target to strengthen in attack.
The Frenchman has several suitors keen on recruiting his services this summer, but the Bears appear to be one of the favourites to sign him. Frosinone will have to start looking elsewhere for attacking reinforcements as they look to impress in the Italian top-flight without the Rangers target.
#rangers #frosinone #move #fares
2 days ago
One of the biggest moves of the Tennessee ******* ans' offseason was trading T'Vondre Sweat to the New York Jets to reunite Robert Saleh with edge rusher Jermaine Johnson and bolster the edge position. Through two days of training camp, it appears like that was a home run.
Johnson has looked the part, has had some solid reps against left tackle Dan Moore, and is taking advantage of his opportunity playing alongside Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers.
After Day 2, Johnson met with the media and made it clear that this is only the beginning, and both the intensity and physicality will ramp up next week, saying, "They don't know what's coming when we get the pads on."
The sentiment has been echoed through the first three days of training camp, with Saleh hinting that this could be some of the players' most intense training camp of their careers. Couple that with a new-look defense that appears to have embraced the attacking style, and it is shaping up as a competitive and entertaining training camp.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' Jermaine Johnson ready for padded practices to begin
#johnson
Johnson has looked the part, has had some solid reps against left tackle Dan Moore, and is taking advantage of his opportunity playing alongside Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers.
After Day 2, Johnson met with the media and made it clear that this is only the beginning, and both the intensity and physicality will ramp up next week, saying, "They don't know what's coming when we get the pads on."
The sentiment has been echoed through the first three days of training camp, with Saleh hinting that this could be some of the players' most intense training camp of their careers. Couple that with a new-look defense that appears to have embraced the attacking style, and it is shaping up as a competitive and entertaining training camp.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' Jermaine Johnson ready for padded practices to begin
#johnson
2 days ago
Leicester City have made their fourth signing of the summer by bringing in attacking midfielder Liam Cullen from Swansea City.
Wales international Cullen, 27, has signed a three-year deal with the League One outfit for an undisclosed fee.
Cullen joined the Swans' youth academy as an eight-year-old and has gone on to make more than 200 appearances for the club since his debut against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup in August 2018.
He scored in the South Wales derby for the Swans in their 3-2 victory over Cardiff City in April 2023 before repeating the feat in a 2-0 win a year later and in a 1-1 draw in August 2024.
Cullen made 40 Championship appearances last season, scoring five times. His last goal for the club was in a 2-0 win over Stoke City in March.
#cullen #swans #club #last
Wales international Cullen, 27, has signed a three-year deal with the League One outfit for an undisclosed fee.
Cullen joined the Swans' youth academy as an eight-year-old and has gone on to make more than 200 appearances for the club since his debut against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup in August 2018.
He scored in the South Wales derby for the Swans in their 3-2 victory over Cardiff City in April 2023 before repeating the feat in a 2-0 win a year later and in a 1-1 draw in August 2024.
Cullen made 40 Championship appearances last season, scoring five times. His last goal for the club was in a 2-0 win over Stoke City in March.
#cullen #swans #club #last
2 days ago
Sky Germany reports that FC Augsburg attacker Mert Kömür is open to moving to England amid increasing interest from Hull City. Hull's pursuit of the 21-year-old Germany U21 international first emerged earlier this week. The Premier League club have now reportedly opened discussions with Kömür, his family, and his representatives over a potential summer transfer out of the Bundesliga.
Augsburg have been informed of the talks and are fundamentally willing to sanction Kömür's departure. A transfer fee of approximately €20 million is presently being discussed, though Hull have not yet opened formal negotiations with the Bundesliga club.
Kömür remains under contract through 2029 after receiving a new long-term Augsburg deal last summer. The Dachau native registered two goals and five ***** ists in 28 Bundesliga appearances last season, starting 18 league fixtures. His flexibility enables him to operate as an attacking midfielder, on the right, behind a central striker or as a false nine.
Several impressive tours of duty with Germany's U21s have also strengthened Kömür's standing as a potential future senior international. Augsburg's willingness to discuss his departure does not necessarily mean that Hull will be able to negotiate a reduced fee.
The Fuggerstädter recently demonstrated their readiness to reject an attractive package when they broke off talks with Crystal Palace over Chrislain Matsima. Palace had raised their proposed package for the French defender to approximately €25 million, with the total value potentially reaching €30 million.
#million #international
Augsburg have been informed of the talks and are fundamentally willing to sanction Kömür's departure. A transfer fee of approximately €20 million is presently being discussed, though Hull have not yet opened formal negotiations with the Bundesliga club.
Kömür remains under contract through 2029 after receiving a new long-term Augsburg deal last summer. The Dachau native registered two goals and five ***** ists in 28 Bundesliga appearances last season, starting 18 league fixtures. His flexibility enables him to operate as an attacking midfielder, on the right, behind a central striker or as a false nine.
Several impressive tours of duty with Germany's U21s have also strengthened Kömür's standing as a potential future senior international. Augsburg's willingness to discuss his departure does not necessarily mean that Hull will be able to negotiate a reduced fee.
The Fuggerstädter recently demonstrated their readiness to reject an attractive package when they broke off talks with Crystal Palace over Chrislain Matsima. Palace had raised their proposed package for the French defender to approximately €25 million, with the total value potentially reaching €30 million.
#million #international
2 days ago
Liverpool's latest transfer thinking appears to have turned towards Bradley Barcola, with the Paris Saint-Germain winger emerging as a major target as planning continues for life after Mohamed Salah. The idea is easy to understand on talent alone. Barcola is young, quick, refined in possession and already seasoned at elite level. Yet once the excitement settles, the shape of the move becomes more complicated.
Liverpool are preparing an opening bid for the France international, who is valued by PSG at around £145 million. With performance-related clauses reportedly capable of taking the package to €150 million, this is the sort of deal that alters the landscape of a window. It would not be a speculative addition or a market opportunity seized on a whim. It would be a declaration, one that places Barcola at the centre of Liverpool's attacking future.
That is precisely why the positional debate matters so much. Salah's departure at the end of last season left a structural absence as much as an emotional one. Replacing his goals is one challenge, replacing his function another. Liverpool lost a right-sided forward who shaped the geometry of every game. The question now is whether Barcola answers that need, or whether he solves a different problem entirely.
There is no dispute over the player's ability. Jamie Carragher made that clear when discussing the move, saying: "He's a great player, there's no doubt about that – I'd love to get Barcola at Liverpool,". But his wider concern goes to the architecture of the squad. Liverpool, in his view, are better stocked on the left than they are on the right, which makes a huge investment in Barcola feel curious unless it is part of a broader redesign.
That concern has substance. Cody Gakpo offers a reliable option from the left, Rio Ngumoha remains one of the club's more intriguing younger attackers and Víctor Munoz has also been added. In isolation, signing another left-sided player of elite pedigree sounds attractive. In practical terms, though, elite squads still require a certain balance. Too much accumulation on one flank can create a shortage elsewhere, particularly when the outgoing player was as singular as Salah.
#barcola #Liverpool #player
Liverpool are preparing an opening bid for the France international, who is valued by PSG at around £145 million. With performance-related clauses reportedly capable of taking the package to €150 million, this is the sort of deal that alters the landscape of a window. It would not be a speculative addition or a market opportunity seized on a whim. It would be a declaration, one that places Barcola at the centre of Liverpool's attacking future.
That is precisely why the positional debate matters so much. Salah's departure at the end of last season left a structural absence as much as an emotional one. Replacing his goals is one challenge, replacing his function another. Liverpool lost a right-sided forward who shaped the geometry of every game. The question now is whether Barcola answers that need, or whether he solves a different problem entirely.
There is no dispute over the player's ability. Jamie Carragher made that clear when discussing the move, saying: "He's a great player, there's no doubt about that – I'd love to get Barcola at Liverpool,". But his wider concern goes to the architecture of the squad. Liverpool, in his view, are better stocked on the left than they are on the right, which makes a huge investment in Barcola feel curious unless it is part of a broader redesign.
That concern has substance. Cody Gakpo offers a reliable option from the left, Rio Ngumoha remains one of the club's more intriguing younger attackers and Víctor Munoz has also been added. In isolation, signing another left-sided player of elite pedigree sounds attractive. In practical terms, though, elite squads still require a certain balance. Too much accumulation on one flank can create a shortage elsewhere, particularly when the outgoing player was as singular as Salah.
#barcola #Liverpool #player
2 days ago
Last season, Liverpool were lucky that Tottenham performed as badly as they did.
The Anfield outfit put up one of the worst ***** le defences in recent memory after they finished fifth in the Premier League.
If Spurs hadn't only just avoided relegation, the Reds would have been the laughing stock of England's top flight.
Luckily, this doesn't feel like it's going to happen again now that Andoni Iraola is at the helm.
His attacking style of football is exactly what the Anfield outfit needs at the moment with their first two pre-season games both ending in victories.
#last #Liverpool #TOTTENHAM #league
The Anfield outfit put up one of the worst ***** le defences in recent memory after they finished fifth in the Premier League.
If Spurs hadn't only just avoided relegation, the Reds would have been the laughing stock of England's top flight.
Luckily, this doesn't feel like it's going to happen again now that Andoni Iraola is at the helm.
His attacking style of football is exactly what the Anfield outfit needs at the moment with their first two pre-season games both ending in victories.
#last #Liverpool #TOTTENHAM #league
2 days ago
Everton want to sign Ethan Nwaneri from ***** nal this summer following his loan spell at Olympique Marseille during the second half of last season.
Nwaneri has been one of the best players promoted from the ***** nal academy in recent years, and his time in France provided him with valuable first-team experience. The attacker is regarded as a talented player who could make the Gunners an even stronger side if he reaches his full potential.
Despite his potential, Nwaneri could struggle for regular game time at ***** nal again this season because of the competition for places. The Gunners are aware of the situation and have been linked with allowing him to leave on loan once more so that he can continue his development.
According to Football Insider, Everton are now considering a move to make the youngster part of their squad this summer. The Merseyside club believe he could strengthen their attacking options and provide quality for the future.
Everton are not the only club monitoring the ***** nal youngster. Fulham, RB Leipzig and AC Milan are also reported to be interested in signing him on a permanent transfer during this transfer window, increasing the competition for his signature.
#everton #gunners #loan
Nwaneri has been one of the best players promoted from the ***** nal academy in recent years, and his time in France provided him with valuable first-team experience. The attacker is regarded as a talented player who could make the Gunners an even stronger side if he reaches his full potential.
Despite his potential, Nwaneri could struggle for regular game time at ***** nal again this season because of the competition for places. The Gunners are aware of the situation and have been linked with allowing him to leave on loan once more so that he can continue his development.
According to Football Insider, Everton are now considering a move to make the youngster part of their squad this summer. The Merseyside club believe he could strengthen their attacking options and provide quality for the future.
Everton are not the only club monitoring the ***** nal youngster. Fulham, RB Leipzig and AC Milan are also reported to be interested in signing him on a permanent transfer during this transfer window, increasing the competition for his signature.
#everton #gunners #loan
2 days ago
PSG have no interest in making a move for AFC Bournemouth winger Rayan (19), according to Le Parisien. The Brazilian international was rumoured to be of interest for the back-to-back UEFA Champions League winners, but those rumours have been quashed by the Ligue 1 champions. PSG had an interest in RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomandé, but the Ivory Coast international appears destined to join José Mourinho's Real Madrid side.
More movement is expected for PSG to bolster Luis Enrique's attacking options until the end of the summer transfer window. Les Parisiens have reached a €50m agreement with Ligue 1 rivals AS Monaco to sign Maghnes Akliouche. The versatile France international is expected to replace Lee Kang-in – who joined Atlético de Madrid in a €40m move – and bring competition for the right-winger to Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola.
However, the latter could be sold with Liverpool expressing an interest. The Reds are expected to submit a bid to PSG. Meanwhile, the Ligue 1 champions also need a back-up striker after parting ways with Gonçalo Ramos. 2026 World Cup winner Ferran Torres and Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere are billed as the favourites to bring depth.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#champions #international #back
More movement is expected for PSG to bolster Luis Enrique's attacking options until the end of the summer transfer window. Les Parisiens have reached a €50m agreement with Ligue 1 rivals AS Monaco to sign Maghnes Akliouche. The versatile France international is expected to replace Lee Kang-in – who joined Atlético de Madrid in a €40m move – and bring competition for the right-winger to Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola.
However, the latter could be sold with Liverpool expressing an interest. The Reds are expected to submit a bid to PSG. Meanwhile, the Ligue 1 champions also need a back-up striker after parting ways with Gonçalo Ramos. 2026 World Cup winner Ferran Torres and Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere are billed as the favourites to bring depth.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#champions #international #back
2 days ago
Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins ended a press conference Thursday after repeatedly declining to answer questions about his relationship with a son-in-law who promoted White nationalist ideology and circulated antisemitic content online, as first revealed by CNN's KFile.
Collins, a two-term congressman from Georgia, was appearing at Monroe County Hospital to outline his health care priorities.
But reporters pressed him to address online statements from his son-in-law, David Alan Scheer II, and whether Scheer had done business or campaign work for him. Collins said the matter had been "fully addressed" and pivoted to attacking Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
"You know, we've fully addressed that," Collins said. "But Jon Ossoff refuses to disavow these democrat socialist movements in our country."
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#scheer #ossoff #republican #mike
Collins, a two-term congressman from Georgia, was appearing at Monroe County Hospital to outline his health care priorities.
But reporters pressed him to address online statements from his son-in-law, David Alan Scheer II, and whether Scheer had done business or campaign work for him. Collins said the matter had been "fully addressed" and pivoted to attacking Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
"You know, we've fully addressed that," Collins said. "But Jon Ossoff refuses to disavow these democrat socialist movements in our country."
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#scheer #ossoff #republican #mike
2 days ago
Training camp is an opportunity for long shots and feel-good stories to make their names, and there might be no lesser-known quarterback receiving first-team reps than Jack Strand.
With the Atlanta Falcons' top two quarterbacks, Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., held out of full-team practice on Thursday, Strand found himself handing off to Bijan Robinson and throwing to the likes of Drake London and Kyle Pitts.
Not bad for an undrafted rookie who less than a year ago was facing Division-II defenses at Minnesota State Moorhead.
When the Falcons opened camp, Tagovailoa was dealing with some back tightness and Michael Penix Jr. not yet cleared for full-team activities, it left Strand as the only fully healthy quarterback on the roster after the team released Trevor Siemian with a non-football injury designation.
"I didn't think about it too much," Strand told the Falcons' official website. "I'm coming into training camp and everything just trying to take it day by day. Keep attacking every day. Keep getting better every day. Whether I'm getting a bunch of reps or I'm not getting as many reps. Whatever reps that I do get, whether it's in Indy, whether it's in RVA, whether it's in team, anything, I'm just going to try to attack those reps and try to keep getting with those. And then also from watching the guys around me."
#falcons #getting #tagovailoa
With the Atlanta Falcons' top two quarterbacks, Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., held out of full-team practice on Thursday, Strand found himself handing off to Bijan Robinson and throwing to the likes of Drake London and Kyle Pitts.
Not bad for an undrafted rookie who less than a year ago was facing Division-II defenses at Minnesota State Moorhead.
When the Falcons opened camp, Tagovailoa was dealing with some back tightness and Michael Penix Jr. not yet cleared for full-team activities, it left Strand as the only fully healthy quarterback on the roster after the team released Trevor Siemian with a non-football injury designation.
"I didn't think about it too much," Strand told the Falcons' official website. "I'm coming into training camp and everything just trying to take it day by day. Keep attacking every day. Keep getting better every day. Whether I'm getting a bunch of reps or I'm not getting as many reps. Whatever reps that I do get, whether it's in Indy, whether it's in RVA, whether it's in team, anything, I'm just going to try to attack those reps and try to keep getting with those. And then also from watching the guys around me."
#falcons #getting #tagovailoa
3 days ago
By Brad Heath, Kristina Cooke, M.B. Pell and Benjamin Lesser
July 30 - Christian Garcia admits that he threw a water bottle toward officers guarding a federal building near Los Angeles during an immigration protest last summer.
The plastic bottle was empty, he said, and hit no one but Garcia himself – the wind blew it back at him. Yet Garcia, a 32-year-old amateur photographer, was arrested by agents, jailed for three days and charged with a crime that could have kept him in prison for up to a year. He said he lost both of his jobs, as a security guard and an undercover shopper, after his bosses told him they had been called by investigators.
Then, with no public explanation, prosecutors dropped the case.
The Trump administration has brought criminal charges against at least 851 people accused of attacking or impeding federal officers, only to abandon them at an unusually high rate. A Reuters review of federal court records found that 31% of these cases that have been completed so far have ended in dismissal. That compares to 8% of all federal criminal cases that typically end in dismissal, according to records compiled by the Federal Judicial Center.
#garcia
July 30 - Christian Garcia admits that he threw a water bottle toward officers guarding a federal building near Los Angeles during an immigration protest last summer.
The plastic bottle was empty, he said, and hit no one but Garcia himself – the wind blew it back at him. Yet Garcia, a 32-year-old amateur photographer, was arrested by agents, jailed for three days and charged with a crime that could have kept him in prison for up to a year. He said he lost both of his jobs, as a security guard and an undercover shopper, after his bosses told him they had been called by investigators.
Then, with no public explanation, prosecutors dropped the case.
The Trump administration has brought criminal charges against at least 851 people accused of attacking or impeding federal officers, only to abandon them at an unusually high rate. A Reuters review of federal court records found that 31% of these cases that have been completed so far have ended in dismissal. That compares to 8% of all federal criminal cases that typically end in dismissal, according to records compiled by the Federal Judicial Center.
#garcia
3 days ago
Serie A side Lazio have constantly lingered on the edge of chaos and something similar has no unfolded involving midfielder Kenneth Taylor and Rino Gattuso.
La Gazzetta dello Sport report that the incident took place during training today. Lazio are having their pre-season training sessions at the Formello and Taylor was present. The squad was undergoing a tactical drill under the orders of Gattuso today.
Taylor was hit by a teammate and then complained about it. This stopped the game and Gattuso thought this is quite normal during training. Taylor responded by verbally attacking the Italian.
An argument ensued and Gattuso reacted by calling Taylor out and sending him out of the training session. Without further comment, the midfielder went back into the locker room.
Training then continued as normal, obviously without Taylor. A meeting between coach and player is likely in the next few hours to see if—as it appears—the Dutchman will participate in the afternoon session without any issues.
#gattuso #lazio
La Gazzetta dello Sport report that the incident took place during training today. Lazio are having their pre-season training sessions at the Formello and Taylor was present. The squad was undergoing a tactical drill under the orders of Gattuso today.
Taylor was hit by a teammate and then complained about it. This stopped the game and Gattuso thought this is quite normal during training. Taylor responded by verbally attacking the Italian.
An argument ensued and Gattuso reacted by calling Taylor out and sending him out of the training session. Without further comment, the midfielder went back into the locker room.
Training then continued as normal, obviously without Taylor. A meeting between coach and player is likely in the next few hours to see if—as it appears—the Dutchman will participate in the afternoon session without any issues.
#gattuso #lazio
3 days ago
Newcastle United's search for wingers following Anthony Gordon's departure is reportedly taking the club to explore deals for former Premier League players, with an English forward emerging as a new potential target.
Although the Magpies have already strengthened multiple areas of Eddie Howe's squad this summer, including landing a left winger in Bazoumana Toure, Newcastle remains in the market for attacking reinforcements after Gordon's move to Barcelona.
According to TEAMtalk, Newcastle is monitoring Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe, although competition for the 23-year-old Norwich City academy product is growing.
The report claims Manchester United, Aston Villa, Everton and Chelsea have all shown interest in the former Premier League winger, with Newcastle already making preliminary checks over a potential move.
"TEAMtalk understands several Premier League clubs have been monitoring the 23-year-old throughout the summer, with Manchester United, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Newcastle United all making enquiries into his situation over recent months," the report states.
#premier
Although the Magpies have already strengthened multiple areas of Eddie Howe's squad this summer, including landing a left winger in Bazoumana Toure, Newcastle remains in the market for attacking reinforcements after Gordon's move to Barcelona.
According to TEAMtalk, Newcastle is monitoring Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe, although competition for the 23-year-old Norwich City academy product is growing.
The report claims Manchester United, Aston Villa, Everton and Chelsea have all shown interest in the former Premier League winger, with Newcastle already making preliminary checks over a potential move.
"TEAMtalk understands several Premier League clubs have been monitoring the 23-year-old throughout the summer, with Manchester United, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Newcastle United all making enquiries into his situation over recent months," the report states.
#premier
3 days ago
Franco Mastantuono looks increasingly likely to spend the upcoming season away from Real Madrid, with both the club and the player agreeing that a loan is the best step for his development.
Los Blancos have no intention of selling the Argentine teenager and are instead seeking a straightforward loan deal with no purchase option, allowing him to gain regular first-team football before returning to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Initially, Mastantuono hoped to earn a place in Madrid's plans, but the club's summer recruitment, particularly their imminent arrival of Yan Diomande, significantly increased the competition for attacking positions.
Now, according to AS, one option that has already been ruled out is a return to River Plate.
The Argentine giants explored the possibility of bringing their former academy star back earlier in the summer and renewed their interest in recent weeks.
#mastantuono #argentine #real
Los Blancos have no intention of selling the Argentine teenager and are instead seeking a straightforward loan deal with no purchase option, allowing him to gain regular first-team football before returning to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Initially, Mastantuono hoped to earn a place in Madrid's plans, but the club's summer recruitment, particularly their imminent arrival of Yan Diomande, significantly increased the competition for attacking positions.
Now, according to AS, one option that has already been ruled out is a return to River Plate.
The Argentine giants explored the possibility of bringing their former academy star back earlier in the summer and renewed their interest in recent weeks.
#mastantuono #argentine #real
3 days ago
Matteo Moretto reports that Milan have enquired about ******* nal talent Ethan Nwaneri, rivalling RB Leipzig, Fulham and Everton.
Serie A giants Milan have enquired about ******* nal's attacking midfielder Nwaneri, according to Matteo Moretto.
The Italian transfer expert has claimed that there have been contacts between the Rossoneri and ******* nal as Milan sounded out the 19-year-old's availability.
Milan aren't the only club in the race as Nwaneri has attracted interest from many other European clubs, especially RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, Fulham and Everton in the English Premier League.
Arsenal are open to letting the 19-year-old leave, but ideally on a permanent transfer and keeping control over him.
#arsenal #nwaneri #fulham #transfer
Serie A giants Milan have enquired about ******* nal's attacking midfielder Nwaneri, according to Matteo Moretto.
The Italian transfer expert has claimed that there have been contacts between the Rossoneri and ******* nal as Milan sounded out the 19-year-old's availability.
Milan aren't the only club in the race as Nwaneri has attracted interest from many other European clubs, especially RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, Fulham and Everton in the English Premier League.
Arsenal are open to letting the 19-year-old leave, but ideally on a permanent transfer and keeping control over him.
#arsenal #nwaneri #fulham #transfer
3 days ago
Juventus are expected to sign another centre forward after Randal Kolo Muani, but according to Gazzetta, the Bianconeri must first offload Jonathan David and then continue pursuing Joshua Zirkzee, Mateo Pellegrino, and even their ex-star Dusan Vlahovic.
Juventus are looking for even more attacking reinforcements after securing a deal with PSG for Kolo Muani, who is expected to land in Turin in the coming days.
According to Gazzetta, coach Luciano Spalletti hopes to welcome another centre-forward and currently, Manchester United's Zirkzee tops the Bianconeri's list.
According to the report, there have already been positive contacts between Juventus and Zirkzee's entourage.
The Serie A giants have also held talks with Parma for Pellegrino, and Spalletti still hopes to bring Vlahovic back after the Serbian star left the club at the end of his contract this past June.
#gazzetta
Juventus are looking for even more attacking reinforcements after securing a deal with PSG for Kolo Muani, who is expected to land in Turin in the coming days.
According to Gazzetta, coach Luciano Spalletti hopes to welcome another centre-forward and currently, Manchester United's Zirkzee tops the Bianconeri's list.
According to the report, there have already been positive contacts between Juventus and Zirkzee's entourage.
The Serie A giants have also held talks with Parma for Pellegrino, and Spalletti still hopes to bring Vlahovic back after the Serbian star left the club at the end of his contract this past June.
#gazzetta
