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Barcelona will travel to Japan after all: issues surrounding friendly match resolved
Barcelona have boarded the plane to Japan after all. The Spanish champions had considered cancelling the friendly match against Vissel Kobe due to a breach of contract by the event organizer, but the Catalan club has now confirmed that the issues have been resolved.
Fledderus: 'Maybe we paid too much for Addai'
Mark-Jan Fledderus has commented on the arrival of Jayden Addai at Como. The nineteen-year-old forward recently made a move from AZ to the Serie A club for fourteen million euros.
Slot bids farewell to Díaz after breakthrough in negotiations between Bayern and Liverpool
Luis Díaz is on the verge of a major transfer. The Liverpool forward is reportedly closing in on a move to Bayern Munich. According to several leading media outlets, the two clubs appear to be nearing an agreement.
FC Twente loses prestigious friendly in Porto after red card for Ünüvar
FC Twente lost a friendly match against FC Porto on Sunday evening. For a long time, the Dutch team seemed on track for an impressive result in this prestigious clash, but in the final minute, Francesco Farioli's Porto still secured the win. A notable moment was the red card shown to Naci Ünüvar.
Thrilling clash between Arsenal and Newcastle, Botman forced off with injury
The friendly match between Arsenal and Newcastle United turned into a thrilling football battle on Sunday afternoon. A five-goal spectacle ultimately ended in favor of the London side. In Singapore, Anthony Elanga scored his first goal for the Magpies, Viktor Gyökeres made his presence known to the crowd, and Sven Botman was forced off with an injury.
Preparations under Slot: this is how Liverpool are working towards the start of the season
Liverpool have already begun their preparations for the new season. Arne Slot's championship-winning team still have a few friendly matches to play before the official games begin. Next stop: AC Milan.
Club Brugge turns big match around during Forbs' debut
Club Brugge started their Jupiler Pro League campaign with a victory. Opponents RC Genk got off to a strong start in the second big clash of the opening round, but ultimately left West Flanders empty-handed: 2-1.
Cristiano Ronaldo revolutionized the way wingers play
Louis Saha says Cristiano Ronaldo revolutionized football by redefining the winger role as a goalscoring machine. In a detailed tribute, the former Manchester United striker recalls Ronaldo’s work ethic, evolution into a world-class finisher, and lasting influence on the sport at 40 years old.
Ten Hag and Leverkusen bounce back from heavy defeat in previous friendly
Bayer Leverkusen won a friendly match on Sunday evening. At the Vonovia-Ruhrstadion, Erik ten Hag's team proved too strong for VfL Bochum, securing a 2-0 victory.
Liverpool suffer first pre-season defeat in Hong Kong
Liverpool suffered their first pre-season defeat on Saturday. In Hong Kong, Arne Slot's team had no answer to AC Milan's counter-attacks.