Category: Football - Page 2

Kieran Lockhart, Aug, 25 2025

Real Madrid ease past Oviedo: Mbappé brace and Vinícius cameo seal first away win

Real Madrid beat newly promoted Real Oviedo 3-0 away, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and Vinícius Júnior finishing it off in stoppage time. Arda Güler impressed as creator-in-chief, Rodrygo returned to the XI, and Xabi Alonso’s setup looked balanced at both ends. Madrid kept their perfect start as Villarreal stayed top after a 5-0 win over Girona.

Kieran Lockhart, Aug, 9 2025

Supercomputer Predicts Sheffield United to Top 2025-26 Championship, Wrexham Teeter on Relegation Edge

A supercomputer has crunched the numbers on the 2025-26 EFL Championship, putting Sheffield United ahead for the title, with Leicester City next. Wrexham's historic run might see them scrape survival, while the bottom half promises dramatic relegation drama. Tiny margins separate safety from the drop.

Kieran Lockhart, Aug, 5 2025

Liverpool Moves to Secure Teen Sensation Rio Ngumoha With Long-Term Deal

Liverpool is closing in on a professional contract extension for 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha, aiming to keep the talented winger at Anfield until at least 2028. The move comes after Ngumoha’s impressive debut and amid interest from top clubs, reflecting the Reds’ strategy of locking down key academy prospects.

Kieran Lockhart, Aug, 2 2025

Hakimi’s Screamer Lifts PSG to First Champions League Title

Achraf Hakimi fired Paris Saint-Germain ahead in the 2025 Champions League Final with a thunderous goal against his old club Inter Milan. His classy gesture of not celebrating marked a defining moment, helping PSG claim their long-awaited first European crown.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 31 2025

Man Utd Look to Swap Højlund in Ambitious Deal for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko

Manchester United are working on a swap deal with RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Sesko, potentially involving Rasmus Højlund. Leipzig see Højlund as an ideal signing, but with no European football, convincing players to join is tough. United hope to negotiate Leipzig's high asking price, as Sesko leans towards a move to Old Trafford.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 31 2025

Man Utd Land Bryan Mbeumo in £70m Transfer as Ruben Amorim Leads Summer Shake-up

Manchester United have snapped up Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford for £70 million, marking a bold move in Ruben Amorim’s summer rebuild. Mbeumo, fourth top scorer in the league last year, signed a long-term deal and will join preseason in the US, set to line up alongside fellow new arrival Matheus Cunha.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 27 2025

Liverpool Unveils Adidas Kits in Major Double Launch, Ending Nike Era

Liverpool is shaking up football kit launches by revealing both home and away Adidas kits on August 1 at Anfield’s revamped megastore, closing out their Nike era. The retro home kit and bird-crested away shirt symbolize a new £70m partnership. Fans will see the kits first in the Community Shield against Crystal Palace.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 27 2025

Everton Backs Off Tyler Dibling, Easing Southampton's Player Drain Fears

Everton pulling out of talks for Tyler Dibling has come as a relief to Southampton. After losing Charly Alcaraz and seeing Everton chase Lyanco, Southampton faced concerns over a spree of departures. This move supports their efforts to hold onto key players after relegation.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 26 2025

Manchester City Trigger Buy-Back to Reclaim James Trafford, Outbidding Newcastle in £27m Swoop

Manchester City have executed a £27m buy-back clause to re-sign goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley, blocking Newcastle's bid. Trafford, 22, returns on a five-year deal to challenge Ederson, after a standout season at Burnley with record clean sheets and an England call-up.

Kieran Lockhart, Jul, 24 2025

Arsenal Edge AC Milan in Singapore Friendly as Saka Shines and Milan Claim Penalty Bonus

Arsenal beat AC Milan 1-0 in a pre-season friendly in Singapore with Bukayo Saka netting the only goal. Rising star Ethan Nwaneri stood out for the Gunners. Despite the loss, Milan triumphed in a post-match penalty shootout as part of the event’s format. Arsenal next face Newcastle, while Milan meets Liverpool in Asia.