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Real Madrid ushers in the Alonso era: 'Everyone knew what your destiny would be'
Xabi Alonso was unveiled as the new head coach of Real Madrid on Monday afternoon. For the Spaniard, it marks a return to the club where he played between 2009 and 2014 and also worked as a youth coach. Alonso succeeds Carlo Ancelotti at the helm of Los Blancos.
The battle for (one last) dance with Ronaldo (40): suitors are lining up
It strongly appears that Cristiano Ronaldo (40) is set to leave Al-Nassr, but the Portuguese star doesn’t seem to be thinking about retirement just yet, as revealed in a post on Instagram. The question now is where the story of the goal machine from Madeira, in search of the fountain of eternal youth, will continue after his years in Saudi Arabia.
Stam leaves Feyenoord after five years and chooses a Bundesliga adventure
Koen Stam is leaving Feyenoord after five years to continue his coaching career at VfL Wolfsburg. The 38-year-old will join the Bundesliga club as an assistant coach for the first team. This marks the end of his time as a technical director within the youth academy of the Rotterdam side.
Henry says criticism of Arsenal is justified: 'This Man Utd reached the final five times'
Mikel Arteta has brought Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League, but since winning the FA Cup in the 2019/20 season, the Spanish manager has failed to lead the Gunners to any domestic or international finals. Thierry Henry understands why questions are being raised about that.
Lamine Yamal delights Zinedine Zidane: 'I've never seen anything like it'
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has received glowing praise from Zinedine Zidane, who says he’s “never seen anything like it.” The French legend calls Yamal a role model for all young players, while also addressing his own coaching future and the possibility of managing France.
Leverkusen confirms arrival of Ten Hag: 'A great challenge'
Erik ten Hag is the new coach of Bayer Leverkusen. The Bundesliga club has confirmed the arrival of the 55-year-old Dutchman, who has signed, as expected, for two seasons.
Antony bursts into tears as he talks about dark days at Man Utd
Antony looks back on his dark days at Manchester United with little joy. On loan at Real Betis, he has managed to climb out of that low point, and now awaits the Conference League final on Wednesday. Ahead of the clash with Chelsea, he reflected on that difficult period.
Napoli chairman gives next hint about Conte’s future during title celebration
Everything points to Napoli and Antonio Conte parting ways again after just one season. Chairman Aurelio De Laurentiis seemed to bid farewell to the successful coach during his speech at Monday night’s title celebration, suggesting he will leave through the front door.
Return finally in sight for unlucky Schuurs after a year and a half out
Perr Schuurs expects to finally make his return for Torino at the start of next season. The 25-year-old defender has been sidelined for over a year and a half due to a serious cruciate ligament injury.
Salah on his future: 'I can play until I'm 40'
Mohamed Salah is nowhere near considering retirement. The Egyptian expects to keep playing until he's 40 and doesn’t rule out a move to Saudi Arabia after his time at Liverpool.