Category: Soccer
Huge controversy at Olympics as VAR decision overturns Argentina’s goal and leads to Morocco victory after two-hour delay
The opening match between Argentina and Morocco in the men’s Olympic football tournament ended in chaotic and unprecedented circumstances. Morocco led 2-1 as the game entered stoppage time, but Argentina’s Cristian Medina equalised in the 90+16th minute, raising eyebrows due to the unusually long stoppage time. The referee seemingly only blew the final whistle after…
Erik ten Hag remains unfazed by pressure to secure top-four finish as Sir Jim Ratcliffe prioritizes objectives – Latest updates on Manchester United’s News and Transfers
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is reportedly not under pressure to secure a top-four finish next season with Sir Jim Ratcliffe prioritising a different goal. The 2023/24 Premier League term was a massively disappointing one for United as they finished in eighth place, their worst-ever finish since 1989/90. Ten Hag’s men won 18 matches,…
Ricardo Pepi nets three goals in PSV friendly victory
Ricardo Pepi’s first club action of the summer will surely give him confidence going forward. Pepi scored a hat trick on Wednesday in PSV’s 3-2 friendly victory over FC Eindhoven. The U.S. men’s national team forward opened the scoring for Peter Bosz’s squad before scoring the game-winning goal in second-half stoppage time. Pepi’s close-range finish…
Transfer Update: Moussa Diaby Seals €60m Switch from Aston Villa to Al-Ittihad
Saudi side Al-Ittihad have confirmed the signing of winger Moussa Diaby from Aston Villa on a five-year deal. Diaby leaves Villa Park after just one season having joined in a club record deal from Bayer Leverkusen last summer worth a reported £51.9m. The 25-year-old played an important part as Villa qualified for the Champions League,…
Man United considers rejoining pursuit of Ivan Toney if Brentford lowers £40 million asking price – Latest on Transfer News
3 INEOS have wasted little time in improving the Manchester United squad this summer window with two incomings already in the bag. Leny Yoro’s acquisition was a huge surprise considering Real Madrid’s presence in the race. The Frenchman’s arrival has already seen the team play a much higher line and Erik ten Hag will be…
US Men’s National Team loses to France in opening match of Olympic group stage
The U.S. Men’s Olympic squad had its chances against tournament hosts France in Wednesday’s group stage opener, but a pair of long-range efforts condemned the Americans to defeat. Alexandre Lacazette and Michael Olise scored eight minutes apart in the second half before Loic Bade added a third goal, leading Les Bleus to a 3-0 opening…
Player Ratings: USA vs. France at Paris 2024 Olympics
The USA men’s soccer team began the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 0-3 defeat to home nation France in Marseille. Alexandre Lacazette opened the scoring for Les Bleus in the 61st minute, and new Bayern Munich signing Michael Olise doubled the lead 8 minutes later. Loïc Badé made it 3-0 in the 85th minute. The…
West Ham at the forefront of Premier League clubs pursuing Alexis Saelemaekers
West Ham are one of four Premier League club’s interested in AC Milan winger Alexis Saelemaekers according to reports. It’s a new era at the London Stadium with Julen Lopetegui now in charge following the departure of David Moyes, and West Ham have been strengthening their squad ahead of the new season. The Hammers have signed Brazilian…
Manchester United considering Antonio Silva as a viable left centre-back option – Latest updates on United’s News and Transfers
Leny Yoro may have been signed against the odds but Manchester United still have plans of recruiting more than one centre-back this summer. Their attempts at signing Jarrad Branthwaite have not panned out so far despite two bids. A failed takeover raised hopes of a potential third bid but Everton are ready to offer the…
Konrad De La Fuente signs with Swiss club FC Lausanne
Konrad De La Fuente is on the move yet again, but this time in a permanent move to Switzerland. FC Lausanne has acquired De La Fuente from Ligue 1 side Marseille. The 23-year-old has signed a three-year contract with Lausanne, ending a frustrating spell in France. De La Fuente made the move to Barcelona’s La…