Liverpool Football Club have announced the retirement of the number 20 jersey in honour of Diogo Jota, following his tragic death in a car accident last week. The decision applies across all levels of the club, including the men’s and women’s teams, as well as the Academy. In an official statement, the Premier League champions said:”It was the number he wore with pride and distinction, leading us to countless victories in the process – and Diogo Jota will forever be Liverpool Football Club’s number 20.” The club emphasized that the tribute reflects not only Jota’s immense contributions on the pitch…
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Former Nigerian midfielder John Mikel Obi has backed Chelsea to pull off a surprise victory against Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final this Sunday. The two European giants will battle it out in New Jersey for the inaugural title of the expanded tournament. PSG cruised into the final with a dominant 4-0 win over Real Madrid, while Chelsea secured their spot by defeating Fluminense 2-0 in the semi-finals. Luis Enrique’s side head into the clash as favourites, having already completed a Treble this season. However, speaking on talkSPORT, Mikel believes Chelsea have what it takes to beat…
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has declared Paris Saint-Germain as the best team in both Europe and the world. Speaking during his pre-match press conference ahead of Chelsea’s Club World Cup final clash with PSG, Maresca expressed admiration for the French champions and their manager, Luis Enrique. “I agree with most people who say PSG are the best team in Europe and the world,” Maresca told Chelsea’s official website. “They’ve proven it in Ligue 1, the Champions League, and now in this competition.” He added, “We have maximum respect for them and I really enjoy watching them play, but we’re…
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has called on his team to complete their remarkable 2024/25 campaign with victory in Sunday’s FIFA Club World Cup final against Chelsea. The French champions are on the verge of an extraordinary quintuple, having already claimed the Champions League and a domestic treble while playing some of the most exciting football in Europe. With just one game remaining, Enrique stressed the importance of ending on a high note. “We’re heading into the last match of the season with great momentum, and it’s crucial we finish this historic campaign in the best way possible,” he said.…
England midfielder Jordan Henderson is set to make a surprise return to the Premier League by joining Brentford after parting ways with Ajax. The 35-year-old has agreed to terminate his contract with the Dutch club a year early and is expected to sign a two-year deal with the Bees. Henderson’s arrival comes as a replacement for former captain Christian Norgaard, who recently completed a move to Arsenal. Henderson left Liverpool in 2023 after a decorated 12-year spell at Anfield, during which he won the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup. A brief stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ettifaq followed,…
Former Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale has praised his former teammate Luka Modric, describing the veteran Croatian as “a fine wine” who continues to improve with age. Bale’s comments come as the 39-year-old midfielder prepares to leave Real Madrid and join AC Milan on a one-year deal. Modric, who won the 2018 Ballon d’Or, is set to be unveiled by the Serie A club in the coming days, following Los Blancos’ exit from the ongoing Club World Cup. Speaking to ESPN about Modric’s move, Bale said: “I think he could arguably still keep playing, but I think Real Madrid want…
Newcastle United have officially completed the signing of Nottingham Forest forward Anthony Elanga in a deal worth £55 million. The 23-year-old Swedish international becomes Eddie Howe’s first signing of the summer as the Magpies look to strengthen their squad ahead of their return to the Champions League. Elanga impressed for Forest last season under Nuno Espirito Santo, contributing six goals and 11 assists across all competitions. He originally joined the club from Manchester United in 2023 for £15 million and went on to make 82 appearances, scoring 11 goals. As part of the transfer agreement, Manchester United are expected to…
Real Madrid star Rodrygo has reportedly already decided which Premier League club he would prefer to join, should he leave the Spanish giants this summer. The Brazilian winger has been linked with a move away from Madrid following a series of changes introduced by new manager Xabi Alonso. Since taking over from Carlo Ancelotti, Alonso has wasted no time reshaping the squad—bringing in the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen, and Franco Mastantuono—while also preparing to offload players who don’t fit his plans. Rodrygo, currently with the team at the Club World Cup, has featured sparingly under Alonso, which has…
Galatasaray have reportedly made significant progress in their bid to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli, potentially bringing an end to a long-running transfer saga. The Turkish champions have been locked in negotiations with Napoli over a permanent deal for the Nigerian striker. Talks had previously stalled due to Napoli’s insistence on the full activation of Osimhen’s €75 million release clause — a figure Galatasaray could not afford to pay outright. Bank Guarantee Secured While Saudi side Al Hilal are willing to meet the release clause in full, Osimhen has made it clear he is not interested in a move to…
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has credited his players’ outstanding performance for their dominant 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the Club World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. Speaking after the match, Enrique praised his team for their resilience and quality against the Spanish giants, despite the difficult weather conditions. “We played a great match against a very strong opponent,” Enrique told PSG TV. “It’s a very special moment for us, for all Parisians, for our supporters, and for the entire club. We did a really good job and now we’re in the final—it’s been an incredible season.” Goals from Fabián…