Ex-Man Utd star Martial joins Liga MX’s Monterrey
Former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial has completed a move to Liga MX side Monterrey, signing a two-year contract with the Mexican club. The transfer was finalized in early September 2025 for an initial fee reportedly in the region of $8 million, with potential add-ons based on performance.
Martial, 28, who parted ways…
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Ancelotti: Neymar must prove fitness before WC
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has emphasized the importance of Neymar proving his fitness ahead of the 2026 World Cup, amidst ongoing concerns over the Brazilian forward's injury history.
Ancelotti underscored that while Neymar remains a crucial talent, his selection for the tournament will depend strictly on his physical condition as the…
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Arteta: Liverpool PL’s strongest, signings ‘decisive’
Liverpool has emerged as the strongest team in the Premier League following a blockbuster transfer window that saw the club secure two of Europe’s most decisive players, according to Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.
Liverpool finalized the signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United on deadline day for a British record fee of £125 million ($175…
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Pep disputes Slot claim, puts Haaland ‘above’ Isak
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has publicly positioned Erling Haaland as superior to Liverpool’s recent £125 million record signing Alexander Isak, dismissing claims by Liverpool manager Arne Slot that Isak might be the world’s best striker. Guardiola, speaking ahead of City’s Premier League derby against Manchester United, described Haaland…
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Ange tips Forest trophy bid, foresaw Spurs axe
NOTTINGHAM, England: Nottingham Forest have secured the signing of Brazilian winger Igor Jesus from Botafogo on July 5, 2025, for an initial fee of £10 million. The player has committed to a five-year contract as Forest looks to bolster their attacking options under manager Ange Postecoglou.
The deal, finalized earlier this month, reflects…
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UEFA puts brakes on plans for Barça Miami game
BARCELONA, Spain: UEFA's executive committee has intervened to halt plans for a high-profile friendly match between FC Barcelona and a Major League Soccer (MLS) team in Miami, which was initially scheduled for the upcoming season. The decision comes amidst growing concerns over the commercialization of European football and the potential regulatory…
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City’s Donnarumma ready for test in ‘best league’
Manchester City has secured the signing of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain, with the player agreeing to a five-year contract following the completion of a transfer deal worth an initial fee reported around £15 million, plus potential add-ons.
The Italy international, regarded as one of the finest young goalkeepers in world…
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West Ham ban half-and-half scarves for Spurs tie
LONDON, England: West Ham United has prohibited the presence of half-and-half scarves featuring both West Ham and Tottenham Hotspur insignias for their Premier League derby at the London Stadium this Saturday. The ban is part of increased security measures aimed at preventing away supporters from infiltrating home sections of the stadium in what is…
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Onana leaves Man United on season-long loan
MANCHESTER, England: Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana has joined Turkish club Trabzonspor on a season-long loan deal for the 2025/26 campaign, the Premier League side confirmed on Thursday. The 29-year-old Cameroonian, who signed for United from Inter Milan in July 2023 for an initial fee of £47.2 million, will spend the entire season in…
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Lalas criticizes Pochettino for describing friendlies as training sessions
Alexi Lalas, former U.S. men’s national team defender and outspoken soccer analyst, has publicly criticized USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino for downplaying recent friendly match results by describing them as mere “training sessions.” Lalas’s criticism comes amid growing frustration over the USMNT’s underwhelming…
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