England were 'lucky' against Colombia, says Croatia legend Suker
The Croatia icon has stoked the fire ahead of the titanic semi-final clash between the two nations in Moscow on Wednesday Croatia great Davor Suker believes his nation’s semi-final opponents England were “lucky” to survive their last-16 clash against Colombia at the World Cup. Gareth Southgate’s men needed a penalty shoot-out to overcome Colombia in…
Mikel sends heartfelt thank you to authorities following rescue of father in ‘gun duel’ with kidnappers
The Nigeria veteran international posted a grateful message on twitter following his father’s rescue from abductors Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel has thanked police for rescuing his father after his abduction by kidnappers. Mikel announced that his father, Michael Obi, and his driver had been abducted prior to Nigeria’s match against Argentina, with the kidnappers…
Barcelona wrap up €40m Arthur deal
The midfielder has completed his long-awaited move to Camp Nou, with a €400m release clause put on his head Barcelona have announced the €40 million signing of Arthur (£35m/$47m), the Gremio midfielder agreeing an immediate move to Camp Nou on a six-year deal. The Catalans will pay €31m (£27m/$36m) up front for the Brazilian, who has…
Future of Samara Arena up in the air as doubts arise over Krylya Sovetov's finances
There are still reservations over what will happen to the slick new stadium that has played hosts to the likes of England and Brazil Krylya Sovetov remain unaware of the full arrangement surrounding the $320 million (£243m) Samara Arena, but have had some assurances from the government that they can open their season against CSKA…
Ronaldo and Higuain could be 'fantastic' together at Juventus, says agent
The Argentine could be pushed out the door to Chelsea if the Portuguese signs – but his representative says that will not be the case Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential arrival at Juventus would be welcomed by Gonzalo Higuain, according to the striker’s agent. Reports emerged on Tuesday that Juventus had lodged a bid to Real Madrid…
Buffon: I would be happy to see Ronaldo at Juventus
The Real Madrid star is reportedly nearing a move to the Serie A champs and the club legend would not be surprised to see it completed Juventus great Gianluigi Buffon would be happy if Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo signed for the Serie A champions and believes it would be a great signing for Italian…
Southampton sign Man City keeper Angus Gunn on five-year deal
The young shot-stopper had never made a first-team appearance for the Citizens and has opted to continue his career at St Mary’s Southampton have signed goalkeeper Angus Gunn from Premier League champions Manchester City. Gunn moves to St Mary’s Stadium having failed to make a first-team appearance at City, signing a five-year deal to join Mark Hughes’…
Zidane signs for Rayo Majadahonda
The son of one of the club’s greatest icons will ply his trade at the home of great rivals Atletico Madrid next season in the second tier Enzo Zidane has joined Rayo Majadahonda on loan from Real Madrid. Click Here: liverpool mens jersey The 23-year-old midfielder is the son of former Blancos head coach Zinedine Zidane,…
Ibrahimovic reveals he offered to play for free at Man Utd
The Swedish striker says he was not pleased with his level following his comeback from injury, and offered to forego a wage Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he offered to play for free at Manchester United following his comeback from injury. The striker sustained a cruciate ligament injury during his first season at the club, during which…
'He's given everything' – England boss Southgate defends Kane from semi-final criticism
The striker’s performance in a 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia received criticism, but his manager believes he did all he could Gareth Southgate insists he could not have asked for more from captain Harry Kane during England’s World Cup campaign, dismissing criticism of the Tottenham striker’s performance in Wednesday’s 2-1 semi-final defeat to…