44 mins. ago
Sky Sport Italia reports that Franck Kessié has decided against joining Juventus and has informed the Serie A giants about his decision.
Former Milan and Atalanta midfielder Kessié won't join Juventus this summer.
TORONTO, ONTARIO – JUNE 20: Franck Kessié #8 of Cote d'Ivoire celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Ivory Coast international is available as a free agent after his contract with Al-Ahli expired this past June.
Juventus had been in talks with his entourage for over a month, with the two parties even meeting face-to-face in Milan earlier this week.
#franck #Milan #ontario #cote
Former Milan and Atalanta midfielder Kessié won't join Juventus this summer.
TORONTO, ONTARIO – JUNE 20: Franck Kessié #8 of Cote d'Ivoire celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Ivory Coast international is available as a free agent after his contract with Al-Ahli expired this past June.
Juventus had been in talks with his entourage for over a month, with the two parties even meeting face-to-face in Milan earlier this week.
#franck #Milan #ontario #cote
1 hr. ago
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Franck Kessié has informed Juventus that the conditions for an agreement are not in place.
The Bianconeri are no longer in contact with the Ivorian midfielder, who is a free agent and is also being pursued by Roma.
Possible developments remain to be seen with the Giallorossi, who have expressed interest in the former Atalanta player, whom Gasperini knows very well.
#gianluca #marzio #juventus #possible
The Bianconeri are no longer in contact with the Ivorian midfielder, who is a free agent and is also being pursued by Roma.
Possible developments remain to be seen with the Giallorossi, who have expressed interest in the former Atalanta player, whom Gasperini knows very well.
#gianluca #marzio #juventus #possible
12 hours ago
Juventus are pushing to sign Franck Kessie, and they currently have the advantage in the race, as he prioritises joining them over other clubs this summer.
He has just returned after spending three seasons in Saudi Arabia, and the midfielder wants to end his career in the Italian top flight. He has since given preference to Juventus, and the club asked him to wait for them to make some sales to create ****** e in their wage bill to accommodate his salary.
Kessie wants the move and has been waiting for them, but AS Roma are tempting him with an offer to reunite with Gian Piero Gasperini, and Juve are worried. The Bianconeri have now stepped up their interest in adding him to their squad during this window, and they met with his entourage yesterday to try to close the deal.
After discussing their offer for some time, Calciomercato says Kessie rejected the offer that was made yesterday, so the parties could not reach an agreement. The result means Juventus have more work to do before they can secure the midfielder's signature.
Kessie remains keen on returning to Serie A, but Juventus must now convince him that Turin is the right destination. Their interest has been clear, yet the failed meeting shows that there is still a gap between the two sides.
#juventus #offer #arabia
He has just returned after spending three seasons in Saudi Arabia, and the midfielder wants to end his career in the Italian top flight. He has since given preference to Juventus, and the club asked him to wait for them to make some sales to create ****** e in their wage bill to accommodate his salary.
Kessie wants the move and has been waiting for them, but AS Roma are tempting him with an offer to reunite with Gian Piero Gasperini, and Juve are worried. The Bianconeri have now stepped up their interest in adding him to their squad during this window, and they met with his entourage yesterday to try to close the deal.
After discussing their offer for some time, Calciomercato says Kessie rejected the offer that was made yesterday, so the parties could not reach an agreement. The result means Juventus have more work to do before they can secure the midfielder's signature.
Kessie remains keen on returning to Serie A, but Juventus must now convince him that Turin is the right destination. Their interest has been clear, yet the failed meeting shows that there is still a gap between the two sides.
#juventus #offer #arabia
2 days ago
Neil El Aynaoui remains on the list of players who could leave the capital in the final days of the transfer window.
The Moroccan midfielder isn't Gasperini's first choice, with Koné and Cristante starting in midfield with Pisilli as the first substitution.
Against Fiorentina, the manager changed his mind at the last minute and brought on the former Lens player alongside the Giallorossi number 61, who, however, had a different impact on the match, also scoring the 4-0 goal.
At the moment, no concrete offers have been received for El Aynaoui at Trigoria.
Crystal Palace have made an exploratory inquiry without taking any further action. Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, is not interested in the player. This situation is also linked to the Kessié affair.
#first #cristante #lens
The Moroccan midfielder isn't Gasperini's first choice, with Koné and Cristante starting in midfield with Pisilli as the first substitution.
Against Fiorentina, the manager changed his mind at the last minute and brought on the former Lens player alongside the Giallorossi number 61, who, however, had a different impact on the match, also scoring the 4-0 goal.
At the moment, no concrete offers have been received for El Aynaoui at Trigoria.
Crystal Palace have made an exploratory inquiry without taking any further action. Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, is not interested in the player. This situation is also linked to the Kessié affair.
#first #cristante #lens
3 days ago
Juventus are continuing to trim fat, but it's still not enough to finally table their offer for Frank Kessié, and Roma have entered the race, joining Al-Ittihad and other Saudi sides that would cover him in gold to keep him in their league, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
After releasing Arthur Melo, the Bianconeri will bid farewell to Fabio Miretti. He'll move to Besiktas, like Dusan Vlahovic, on a loan with a conditional obligation to buy. The Old Lady also completed Michele Di Gregorio's exit and Kamil Grabara's arrival, with a temporary formula with a €12M acquisition clause. Instead, Mattia Perin transferred to Palermo on a €500k move.
On the other hand, the recent departures don't suffice yet for Juventus to really step up their Kessié pursuit. They have to find a solution for the burdensome Teun Koopmeiners, Jonathan David, and Nicolas Gonzalez. Juan Cabal and Arkadiusz Milik are also on the chopping block.
In the meantime, Roma have shown some interest in the Ivorian powerhouse, who broke out under Gian Piero Gasperini at Atalanta. They have skirted the Manchester United threat for Manu Koné, as the Red Devils completed their midfield with Carlos Baleba. Other sides could be keen on him, but Neil El Aynaoui is a more precarious spot now.
They shouldn't waste any more time and should sign him in after managing to have a hold on him for so long, and worry about the departures later. Koopmeiners is the main Gordian knot, but there may also be issues with his personal terms. It's been a while since the capital club signed a veteran with bloated wages, even though Gasperini surely wouldn't mind.
#frank
After releasing Arthur Melo, the Bianconeri will bid farewell to Fabio Miretti. He'll move to Besiktas, like Dusan Vlahovic, on a loan with a conditional obligation to buy. The Old Lady also completed Michele Di Gregorio's exit and Kamil Grabara's arrival, with a temporary formula with a €12M acquisition clause. Instead, Mattia Perin transferred to Palermo on a €500k move.
On the other hand, the recent departures don't suffice yet for Juventus to really step up their Kessié pursuit. They have to find a solution for the burdensome Teun Koopmeiners, Jonathan David, and Nicolas Gonzalez. Juan Cabal and Arkadiusz Milik are also on the chopping block.
In the meantime, Roma have shown some interest in the Ivorian powerhouse, who broke out under Gian Piero Gasperini at Atalanta. They have skirted the Manchester United threat for Manu Koné, as the Red Devils completed their midfield with Carlos Baleba. Other sides could be keen on him, but Neil El Aynaoui is a more precarious spot now.
They shouldn't waste any more time and should sign him in after managing to have a hold on him for so long, and worry about the departures later. Koopmeiners is the main Gordian knot, but there may also be issues with his personal terms. It's been a while since the capital club signed a veteran with bloated wages, even though Gasperini surely wouldn't mind.
#frank
7 days ago
Franck Kessie is waiting for Juventus to add him to their squad as a free agent despite interest from several other clubs in the Ivorian.
He has just ended a spell at Al Ahli, where he earned significant money, and now wants to finish his career in European football, with Serie A his preferred destination.
In Italy, he is keen to work with Luciano Spalletti at Juventus, which explains why the midfielder has so far waited for the Old Lady before considering other clubs. As a free agent, he can still move after the transfer window has closed, and Juve want to make some sales before adding him to their squad.
Juve have held talks with the midfielder in recent weeks, and he is keen to ensure that he joins them. His patience is partly explained by his relationship with Frederic Massara, who has previously worked with him.
Sky Sports Italia reports that Massara's relationship with Kessie is one of the reasons the midfielder wants the move to Juventus. They worked together at AC Milan, and that previous relationship appears to have helped convince Kessie that Juventus remain serious about bringing him to Turin.
#juventus #clubs
He has just ended a spell at Al Ahli, where he earned significant money, and now wants to finish his career in European football, with Serie A his preferred destination.
In Italy, he is keen to work with Luciano Spalletti at Juventus, which explains why the midfielder has so far waited for the Old Lady before considering other clubs. As a free agent, he can still move after the transfer window has closed, and Juve want to make some sales before adding him to their squad.
Juve have held talks with the midfielder in recent weeks, and he is keen to ensure that he joins them. His patience is partly explained by his relationship with Frederic Massara, who has previously worked with him.
Sky Sports Italia reports that Massara's relationship with Kessie is one of the reasons the midfielder wants the move to Juventus. They worked together at AC Milan, and that previous relationship appears to have helped convince Kessie that Juventus remain serious about bringing him to Turin.
#juventus #clubs
11 days ago
The new season is just around the corner and the transfer market is heating up. Serie A 2026/27 officially kicks off on Saturday with the opening round of fixtures, which will wrap up on Monday night, while negotiations continue to deliver twists and turns, with Italian clubs busy both in incoming and outgoing deals.
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With exactly two weeks to go until the summer window closes, clubs are still working to hand their respective coaches new additions ahead of the upcoming season. Let's take a look at the most important updates of the day involving Serie A's top clubs.
Franck Kessié's future is still far from decided. The Ivorian midfielder has firmly ended up in Al-Ittihad's sights, with the club ready to convince him with a particularly significant financial offer. The former Milan man, however, has not yet made up his mind and is still considering the possibility of returning to Serie A.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kessié is stalling because he wants to wait for Juventus before making a decision. The Bianconeri are keeping contacts with his entourage alive, but the main issue remains his salary, which the Ivorian would have to lower to help make the deal happen. In the meantime, Al-Ittihad continue to push in an attempt to get it over the line.
#season
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With exactly two weeks to go until the summer window closes, clubs are still working to hand their respective coaches new additions ahead of the upcoming season. Let's take a look at the most important updates of the day involving Serie A's top clubs.
Franck Kessié's future is still far from decided. The Ivorian midfielder has firmly ended up in Al-Ittihad's sights, with the club ready to convince him with a particularly significant financial offer. The former Milan man, however, has not yet made up his mind and is still considering the possibility of returning to Serie A.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kessié is stalling because he wants to wait for Juventus before making a decision. The Bianconeri are keeping contacts with his entourage alive, but the main issue remains his salary, which the Ivorian would have to lower to help make the deal happen. In the meantime, Al-Ittihad continue to push in an attempt to get it over the line.
#season
17 days ago
Tuesday, Aug.11
Eastwood def. Americas 25-8, 25-17, 25-14
Eastwood: Katia Valerio 11 kills 6 digs, 3 aces, Jovane Estebane 6 digs, 2 kills, Mia Lopez 10 kills, 5 digs, Kaylee Armendariz 8 kills, 2 digs, Belle Sanchez 6 kills, 2 ******* ists, 10 digs, 4 blocks, Ariana Aranda 6 ******* ists, Kessia Valerio 9 digs, 4 aces
Pebble Hills defeated Del Valle 25-21, 25-14, 25-15
Pebble Hills: Kylah D. 16 kills, 4 digs, 2 aces, Camila M. 7 kills,4 blocks,1 ace, Addison P. 7 kills, 5 digs,3 aces,2 blocks, Raelyn S.34 ******* t,4 digs
#blocks #valerio #hills #tuesday
Eastwood def. Americas 25-8, 25-17, 25-14
Eastwood: Katia Valerio 11 kills 6 digs, 3 aces, Jovane Estebane 6 digs, 2 kills, Mia Lopez 10 kills, 5 digs, Kaylee Armendariz 8 kills, 2 digs, Belle Sanchez 6 kills, 2 ******* ists, 10 digs, 4 blocks, Ariana Aranda 6 ******* ists, Kessia Valerio 9 digs, 4 aces
Pebble Hills defeated Del Valle 25-21, 25-14, 25-15
Pebble Hills: Kylah D. 16 kills, 4 digs, 2 aces, Camila M. 7 kills,4 blocks,1 ace, Addison P. 7 kills, 5 digs,3 aces,2 blocks, Raelyn S.34 ******* t,4 digs
#blocks #valerio #hills #tuesday
19 days ago
Kate Ferdinand has hit back at claims that she married Rio Ferdinand for his money, joking that anyone searching for an easy wealthy husband would hardly have chosen the complicated family situation she stepped into.
The former TOWIE star addressed the "gold digger" label during a Blended discussion with Rio and co-host Cilla Kessie. Kate pointed to the reality of becoming a stepmother to Rio's three children while they were still navigating the death of their mother, Rebecca Ellison.
"I always say if I wanted to pick a rich man I could have picked a lot easier one without all the kids," Kate said. She told Rio that she chose him because she loved him, while acknowledging that their relationship has included both rewarding and difficult periods.
Rio also reflected on how dramatically Kate's life changed after they became a couple. He admitted there have been times when he has wondered whether she would have had a far less complicated life without him and the family responsibilities that came with their relationship.
Kate directly addressed ******* umptions about Rio's wealth during the conversation. "People think I'm a gold digger, I'm with him for money," she said in comments also reported by The Sun.
#kate #complicated #family #relationship
The former TOWIE star addressed the "gold digger" label during a Blended discussion with Rio and co-host Cilla Kessie. Kate pointed to the reality of becoming a stepmother to Rio's three children while they were still navigating the death of their mother, Rebecca Ellison.
"I always say if I wanted to pick a rich man I could have picked a lot easier one without all the kids," Kate said. She told Rio that she chose him because she loved him, while acknowledging that their relationship has included both rewarding and difficult periods.
Rio also reflected on how dramatically Kate's life changed after they became a couple. He admitted there have been times when he has wondered whether she would have had a far less complicated life without him and the family responsibilities that came with their relationship.
Kate directly addressed ******* umptions about Rio's wealth during the conversation. "People think I'm a gold digger, I'm with him for money," she said in comments also reported by The Sun.
#kate #complicated #family #relationship
20 days ago
Whilst Bianconeri coach Luciano Spalletti is desperate to seize a new central midfielder to bring equilibrium to the core of the pitch, Juventus have now set their sights emerging candidate Matias Galazara of River Plate.
TuttoJuve reports that other than Franck Kessie and Tijjani Reijnders, the Turin based club have been monitoring the 22-year-old Paraguayan midfielder throughout the Fifa 2026 World Cup and are reportedly keeping their tabs open in regards to a potential swoop.
As it stands, the Italian tactician is eager to acquire a midfielder that is capable of organizing the attack, dictating the rhythm in possession and constructing the play whilst moving vertically. Hence, the Old Lady believe that the promising River Plate star fits the criteria and believe that a fee of €6m would be enough to persuade the Argentine outfits in permitting Galazara to depart the club in favour of joining the Italian giants.
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TuttoJuve reports that other than Franck Kessie and Tijjani Reijnders, the Turin based club have been monitoring the 22-year-old Paraguayan midfielder throughout the Fifa 2026 World Cup and are reportedly keeping their tabs open in regards to a potential swoop.
As it stands, the Italian tactician is eager to acquire a midfielder that is capable of organizing the attack, dictating the rhythm in possession and constructing the play whilst moving vertically. Hence, the Old Lady believe that the promising River Plate star fits the criteria and believe that a fee of €6m would be enough to persuade the Argentine outfits in permitting Galazara to depart the club in favour of joining the Italian giants.
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#midfielder
23 days ago
Franck Kessie is keen to move to Juventus this summer and has not considered offers from other clubs, but the Bianconeri have not yet made him the right proposal.
Their first contract offer to the midfielder was worth 3.5m euros net per season for the next three years, but the Ivorian rejected the proposal. Kessie earned 14m euros net per season while playing for Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League over the last three campaigns, meaning he is not prepared to accept a significant reduction without careful consideration.
The midfielder believes he can still perform at the highest level in Europe and wants to join a relevant club, which is why he has decided that Juventus is the right destination for him.
Juve want him to become their next midfield leader and believe his experience and qualities would improve their squad. However, they need to increase their offer to convince him to complete the move to Turin.
According to Calciomercato, Kessie expects Juventus to pay him around 6m euros net per season before he agrees to join the club. The midfielder is currently waiting for the Bianconeri to improve their proposal as negotiations continue.
#proposal
Their first contract offer to the midfielder was worth 3.5m euros net per season for the next three years, but the Ivorian rejected the proposal. Kessie earned 14m euros net per season while playing for Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League over the last three campaigns, meaning he is not prepared to accept a significant reduction without careful consideration.
The midfielder believes he can still perform at the highest level in Europe and wants to join a relevant club, which is why he has decided that Juventus is the right destination for him.
Juve want him to become their next midfield leader and believe his experience and qualities would improve their squad. However, they need to increase their offer to convince him to complete the move to Turin.
According to Calciomercato, Kessie expects Juventus to pay him around 6m euros net per season before he agrees to join the club. The midfielder is currently waiting for the Bianconeri to improve their proposal as negotiations continue.
#proposal
1 month ago
Atalanta have missed their shot for Karim Alajbegovic, and more teams have joined the race, including Juventus, which are also defying Fenerbahce for Brazilian talent André, La Stampa reports.
Corinthians requested €17/18M plus €4M add-ons for 70 percent of the player’s card. The rest belong directly to him and his entourage, who are itching to move to Europe. He was close to Milan in January, but the transfer collapsed late. He notched 7 goals in 41 appearances last season.
The Bianconeri need to be decisive, though, as the competition from Turkey is strong. Instead, they have barely added anybody yet to focus on the exits. In the same role, they made a competitive offer for Frank Kessié, but they didn’t match his request and asked him to wait.
André isn’t the only youngster being chased by Juventus, as they are going after Alajbegovic as well. Atalanta were briefly in the lead, but Bayer Leverkusen raised their request after more sides are seriously eyeing him.
Fiorentina, Milan, and Napoli have also shown interest in the Bosnian starlet, La ***** one reports. However, the biggest threat comes from England. Chelsea have muscled their way into the fray and are currently the favorites, The Telegraph reports.
#brazilian
Corinthians requested €17/18M plus €4M add-ons for 70 percent of the player’s card. The rest belong directly to him and his entourage, who are itching to move to Europe. He was close to Milan in January, but the transfer collapsed late. He notched 7 goals in 41 appearances last season.
The Bianconeri need to be decisive, though, as the competition from Turkey is strong. Instead, they have barely added anybody yet to focus on the exits. In the same role, they made a competitive offer for Frank Kessié, but they didn’t match his request and asked him to wait.
André isn’t the only youngster being chased by Juventus, as they are going after Alajbegovic as well. Atalanta were briefly in the lead, but Bayer Leverkusen raised their request after more sides are seriously eyeing him.
Fiorentina, Milan, and Napoli have also shown interest in the Bosnian starlet, La ***** one reports. However, the biggest threat comes from England. Chelsea have muscled their way into the fray and are currently the favorites, The Telegraph reports.
#brazilian
2 months ago
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Juventus are interested in USMNT striker Folarin Balogun and are preparing the first offer to sign Franck Kessié as a free agent.
Juventus have made just one summer signing so far, welcoming Italian winger Jeff Ekhator from Genoa, but new directors Giovanni Carnevali and Frederic Massara are working to give coach Luciano Spalletti more reinforcements.
According to Gazzetta, the Serie A giants are ready to send an offer to sign ex-Milan and Atalanta star Franck Kessié as a free agent.
The 29-year-old refused to sign a contract extension with Al-Ahli and is open to returning to Serie A, but his agent has demanded over €5m in signing bonus, Gazzetta claims.
TORONTO, ONTARIO – JUNE 20: Franck Kessie #8 of Cote d’Ivoire celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D’Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Juventus have made just one summer signing so far, welcoming Italian winger Jeff Ekhator from Genoa, but new directors Giovanni Carnevali and Frederic Massara are working to give coach Luciano Spalletti more reinforcements.
According to Gazzetta, the Serie A giants are ready to send an offer to sign ex-Milan and Atalanta star Franck Kessié as a free agent.
The 29-year-old refused to sign a contract extension with Al-Ahli and is open to returning to Serie A, but his agent has demanded over €5m in signing bonus, Gazzetta claims.
TORONTO, ONTARIO – JUNE 20: Franck Kessie #8 of Cote d’Ivoire celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D’Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
2 months ago
Kessié is back in fashion. Not like Frattesi, but almost.
The Ivorian midfielder was one of the stars of the World Cup with his national team: one goal and several convincing performances.
That was enough to once again attract the attention of his beloved "old" Serie A. The former AC Milan player recently released his contract and now represents a great opportunity for several teams.
Kessié still has a lot to offer. And during the World Cup, he even expressed his desire to return to Italy.
Juventus, as reported by La Stampa, appears to be one of the most likely destinations for the Ivorian.
The Ivorian midfielder was one of the stars of the World Cup with his national team: one goal and several convincing performances.
That was enough to once again attract the attention of his beloved "old" Serie A. The former AC Milan player recently released his contract and now represents a great opportunity for several teams.
Kessié still has a lot to offer. And during the World Cup, he even expressed his desire to return to Italy.
Juventus, as reported by La Stampa, appears to be one of the most likely destinations for the Ivorian.
2 months ago
Juventus have reignited their interest in Tiago Gabriel , with the Bianconeri opening a fresh round of contacts as they weigh defensive reinforcements for Luciano Spalletti.
The Lecce centre-back is not, however, top of Juventus' priority list, according to the reports from CalcioMercato .
The club's most pressing needs are a goalkeeper, with Michele Di Gregorio on his way out and ongoing talks with Aston Villa over Emiliano Martínez , and a striker, where efforts are focused on agreeing a deal with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani .
A central midfielder is also sought, with Franck Kessié continuing to offer himself, alongside a defender, particularly given possible exits in that area, with Federico Gatti 's future one to watch.
ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Boulaye Dia of SS Lazio compete for the ball with Tiago Gabiel of US Lecce during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and US Lecce at Stadio Olimpico on November 23, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)
The Lecce centre-back is not, however, top of Juventus' priority list, according to the reports from CalcioMercato .
The club's most pressing needs are a goalkeeper, with Michele Di Gregorio on his way out and ongoing talks with Aston Villa over Emiliano Martínez , and a striker, where efforts are focused on agreeing a deal with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani .
A central midfielder is also sought, with Franck Kessié continuing to offer himself, alongside a defender, particularly given possible exits in that area, with Federico Gatti 's future one to watch.
ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Boulaye Dia of SS Lazio compete for the ball with Tiago Gabiel of US Lecce during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and US Lecce at Stadio Olimpico on November 23, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)
2 months ago
It was heartbreak in stoppage time as Côte d'Ivoire were defeated 2-1 by Germany at Toronto's BMO Field. The Inter striker was part of coach Emerse Faé's starting XI before being replaced by Evann Guessand.
Deniz Undav's brace decided a tightly contested match, which saw both sides creating plenty of chances. The Ivorians took the lead in the 30th minute thanks to Franck Kessié's close-range finish, but the game changed once the striker from Stuttgart came on at the hour mark. Undav equalised in the 68th minute with a volley from a spectacular cross from Nadiem Amiri, before securing victory for Germany in the 94th minute. Set up by Felix Nmecha, Undav controlled the ball inside the box, turned, and beat Yahia Fofana.
Germany now have six points and sit at the top of Group E, while Côte d'Ivoire are in second on three points ahead of Ecuador.
The Netherlands recorded a huge victory, dominating Sweden and running riot in a 5-1 with thanks to braces from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo, with Crysencio Summerville sealing the game with a goal. Denzel Dumfries was the standout performer, providing two ***** ists. Both came from low crosses after breaking forward on the right flank, with his teammates adding the final touch. His first ***** ist came in the 17th minute as he set up Brobbey for the Netherland's second goal when the striker got in front at the near post. Dumfries' second ***** ist was for Gakpo to make it 3-0 just two minutes after the break.
The result pushes Netherlands onto four points and the top of Group F. Sweden remain on three points with ***** an ahead of them. The Oranje will look to secure first place when they face Tunisia in the early hours of Friday 26 June at 1:00 CEST.
Deniz Undav's brace decided a tightly contested match, which saw both sides creating plenty of chances. The Ivorians took the lead in the 30th minute thanks to Franck Kessié's close-range finish, but the game changed once the striker from Stuttgart came on at the hour mark. Undav equalised in the 68th minute with a volley from a spectacular cross from Nadiem Amiri, before securing victory for Germany in the 94th minute. Set up by Felix Nmecha, Undav controlled the ball inside the box, turned, and beat Yahia Fofana.
Germany now have six points and sit at the top of Group E, while Côte d'Ivoire are in second on three points ahead of Ecuador.
The Netherlands recorded a huge victory, dominating Sweden and running riot in a 5-1 with thanks to braces from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo, with Crysencio Summerville sealing the game with a goal. Denzel Dumfries was the standout performer, providing two ***** ists. Both came from low crosses after breaking forward on the right flank, with his teammates adding the final touch. His first ***** ist came in the 17th minute as he set up Brobbey for the Netherland's second goal when the striker got in front at the near post. Dumfries' second ***** ist was for Gakpo to make it 3-0 just two minutes after the break.
The result pushes Netherlands onto four points and the top of Group F. Sweden remain on three points with ***** an ahead of them. The Oranje will look to secure first place when they face Tunisia in the early hours of Friday 26 June at 1:00 CEST.
2 months ago
As in the 7-1 opening victory against Curaçao, the midfielder was in the German’s starting line-up and once again impressed with a strong performance in the centre of the park. Nmecha won numerous **** , time and again cleverly set up his teammates and led the way with his aggressive style of play.
However, Germany initially fell behind on Saturday evening as Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessié scored in the 30th minute to make it 1-0 for the West Africans. Even after the break, the German national team struggled for a long time before the substitutions made by German coach Julian Nagelsmann provided a new impetus. Substitute Deniz Undav scored the equaliser in the 68th minute to start turning the game around.
In stoppage time, Felix Nmecha finally made the decisive impact. The Dortmund player's perfectly timed through ball sent Undav clear. The substitute kept his cool in front of goal and slotted home the much-celebrated winner to make it 2-1 (90+4). For Nmecha, it was the match-winning **** ist that capped off yet another outstanding performance.
The evening did not go so well for Nico Schlotterbeck. The centre-back picked up an injury in a challenge after just under a quarter of an hour and had to receive treatment. The Dortmund player was substituted at half-time. Antonio Rüdiger came on in his place.
To round off the group stage, Germany face Ecuador on Thursday (22:00 CEST). The South Americans’ surprise 0-0 draw against Curaçao on Sunday has already secured the German side top spot in Group E early.
However, Germany initially fell behind on Saturday evening as Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessié scored in the 30th minute to make it 1-0 for the West Africans. Even after the break, the German national team struggled for a long time before the substitutions made by German coach Julian Nagelsmann provided a new impetus. Substitute Deniz Undav scored the equaliser in the 68th minute to start turning the game around.
In stoppage time, Felix Nmecha finally made the decisive impact. The Dortmund player's perfectly timed through ball sent Undav clear. The substitute kept his cool in front of goal and slotted home the much-celebrated winner to make it 2-1 (90+4). For Nmecha, it was the match-winning **** ist that capped off yet another outstanding performance.
The evening did not go so well for Nico Schlotterbeck. The centre-back picked up an injury in a challenge after just under a quarter of an hour and had to receive treatment. The Dortmund player was substituted at half-time. Antonio Rüdiger came on in his place.
To round off the group stage, Germany face Ecuador on Thursday (22:00 CEST). The South Americans’ surprise 0-0 draw against Curaçao on Sunday has already secured the German side top spot in Group E early.
2 months ago
Germany reached the World Cup knockout phase for the first time since 2014 with a dramatic come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Saturday.
Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice, including the crucial goal four minutes into injury time, triggering a massive roar from the overwhelmingly pro-German crowd of 43,000 in Toronto.
Germany had not advanced from the group stage since winning the 2014 tournament in Brazil, and coach Julian Nagelsmann had been under huge pressure to make that breakthrough.
A first-half goal by Franck Kessie gave the Ivorians a 30th-minute lead.
Kessie turned in from close range following strong work by teenage Ivorian phenomenon Yan Diomande, who is in the sights of some of Europe's top clubs, including Liverpool.
Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice, including the crucial goal four minutes into injury time, triggering a massive roar from the overwhelmingly pro-German crowd of 43,000 in Toronto.
Germany had not advanced from the group stage since winning the 2014 tournament in Brazil, and coach Julian Nagelsmann had been under huge pressure to make that breakthrough.
A first-half goal by Franck Kessie gave the Ivorians a 30th-minute lead.
Kessie turned in from close range following strong work by teenage Ivorian phenomenon Yan Diomande, who is in the sights of some of Europe's top clubs, including Liverpool.
2 months ago
Germany and Ivory Coast face off this Saturday at the BMO Field in World Cup. The match will be broadcast live at 21:00 on ITV 1.
In their last game, Germany won 7-1 against Curaçao (World Cup 2026). Last time out, Ivory Coast triumphed 1-0 against Ecuador (World Cup 2026).
Germany ( vs Curaçao 2026-06-14): Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jonathan Tah, Nathaniel Brown, Felix Nmecha, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz
Ivory Coast ( vs Ecuador 2026-06-15): Yahia Fofana, Guéla Doué, Emmanuel Agbadou, Wilfried Singo, Ghislain Konan, Yan Diomande, Seko Fofana, Franck Kessié, Bazoumana Touré, Elye Wahi, Nicolas Pépé
In their last game, Germany won 7-1 against Curaçao (World Cup 2026). Last time out, Ivory Coast triumphed 1-0 against Ecuador (World Cup 2026).
Germany ( vs Curaçao 2026-06-14): Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jonathan Tah, Nathaniel Brown, Felix Nmecha, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz
Ivory Coast ( vs Ecuador 2026-06-15): Yahia Fofana, Guéla Doué, Emmanuel Agbadou, Wilfried Singo, Ghislain Konan, Yan Diomande, Seko Fofana, Franck Kessié, Bazoumana Touré, Elye Wahi, Nicolas Pépé
3 months ago
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador meet in their World Cup Group E opener in Philadelphia, with Germany having already set the early pace in the group by thrashing Curacao 7-1 earlier today.
Atalanta defender Odilon Kossounou is named among the Ivory Coast substitutes, while Roma’s Evan Ndicka features on the bench also due to a fitness concern.
Inter’s Ange-Yoan Bonny, who switched international allegiances from France ahead of the tournament, is also among the substitutes.
Former Milan midfielder Franck Kessie starts in midfield alongside Seko Fofana, with Elye Wahi and Nicolas Pepe in attack.
Ex Atalanta forward Amad Diallo is also among the substitutes for the African side.
Atalanta defender Odilon Kossounou is named among the Ivory Coast substitutes, while Roma’s Evan Ndicka features on the bench also due to a fitness concern.
Inter’s Ange-Yoan Bonny, who switched international allegiances from France ahead of the tournament, is also among the substitutes.
Former Milan midfielder Franck Kessie starts in midfield alongside Seko Fofana, with Elye Wahi and Nicolas Pepe in attack.
Ex Atalanta forward Amad Diallo is also among the substitutes for the African side.
3 months ago
RB Leipzig’s sought-after winger Yan Diomande is in the Ivory Coast starting lineup for their opening World Cup game against Ecuador. The 19-year-old is tipped to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool, with the Bundesliga club expecting a record transfer sum.
Emerse Faé’s side also have another Bundesliga prospect in Bazoumana Touré as the Hoffenheim attacker starts on the left wing. Eintracht Frankfurt’s returnee Elye Wahi is one of the two strikers for one of the ten African representatives after his excellent loan spell at OGC Nice.
Ex-Bundesliga defenders Piero Hincapié (Bayer Leverkusen) and Willian Pacho (Frankfurt) start for Sebastián Beccacece’s team. Spanish-born Jeremy Arévalo, who has only played 32 Bundesliga minutes for Stuttgart, is on the substitute bench for Ecuador.
German-born John Yeboah, who has played for Wolfsburg and Duisburg early in his career, starts for the South Americans after playing his part in Venezia’s promotion to Serie A.
Ivory Coast: Yahia Fofana; Guela Doué, Singo, Agbadou, Konan; Diomande, Seko Fofana, Kessié ©, Touré; Pepé, Wahi
Emerse Faé’s side also have another Bundesliga prospect in Bazoumana Touré as the Hoffenheim attacker starts on the left wing. Eintracht Frankfurt’s returnee Elye Wahi is one of the two strikers for one of the ten African representatives after his excellent loan spell at OGC Nice.
Ex-Bundesliga defenders Piero Hincapié (Bayer Leverkusen) and Willian Pacho (Frankfurt) start for Sebastián Beccacece’s team. Spanish-born Jeremy Arévalo, who has only played 32 Bundesliga minutes for Stuttgart, is on the substitute bench for Ecuador.
German-born John Yeboah, who has played for Wolfsburg and Duisburg early in his career, starts for the South Americans after playing his part in Venezia’s promotion to Serie A.
Ivory Coast: Yahia Fofana; Guela Doué, Singo, Agbadou, Konan; Diomande, Seko Fofana, Kessié ©, Touré; Pepé, Wahi
