Xavi Says Barcelona Had Lionel Messi Return Ready Before Collapse

4 months ago

Xavi Says Barcelona Had Lionel Messi Return Ready Before Collapse

Xavi said Barcelona spent five months trying to bring Messi back in 2023 and claimed “everything was ready” for the move. But the former manager said the deal collapsed when “the president said no.” Joan Laporta has often cited Barcelona’s crippling finances as the reason the club had to part ways with Messi and why he never returned.

By Tanish Chachra

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Matheus Cunha Set to Miss Brentford Clash After Groin Issue

4 months ago

Matheus Cunha Set to Miss Brentford Clash After Groin Issue

Cunha is likely to miss Manchester United’s game tonight against Brentford after suffering groin discomfort, according to Sully. The club will work to make him fit for the Liverpool match, but the forward is said to be “absolutely gutted” after pushing hard to recover in time for this one. His absence would be another blow for Carrick’s side.

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Juventus Step Up Alisson Becker Interest With Multi-Year Proposal

4 months ago

Juventus Step Up Alisson Becker Interest With Multi-Year Proposal

Juventus have made a serious approach to Alisson over a long-term deal, with contract structures of 2+1 or three years under discussion. The Liverpool goalkeeper would be tempted by a return to Italy, but does not want to leave Anfield on bad terms. Liverpool now face a key decision on how to communicate their plans before the season’s end.

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Harry Maguire Returns as Benjamin Sesko Leads Manchester United Attack

4 months ago

Harry Maguire Returns as Benjamin Sesko Leads Manchester United Attack

Ahead of the Brentford clash, Manchester United have named a bold starting XI, with Sesko leading the line and Mbeumo joining Amad and Bruno Fernandes in attack. Casemiro and Mainoo anchor midfield, while Dalot, Maguire, Shaw, and Heaven start in defense ahead of Lammens. XI: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, B. Fernandes, Amad, Casemiro, Mbeumo, Shaw, Heaven, Sesko, Mainoo.

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Foxborough World Cup Tailgating Confirmed After FIFA Rule Confusion

4 months ago

Foxborough World Cup Tailgating Confirmed After FIFA Rule Confusion

World Cup tailgating is back on in Foxborough after Boston Soccer 26 clarified fans will be allowed to tailgate at Gillette Stadium if there are no venue or local public safety restrictions. The confusion stemmed from earlier wording that suggested a tournament-wide ban. The host committee said FIFA's comments prompted a clarification to improve the fan experience.

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Enzo Fernández Spotted in Madrid With João Pedro and Marc Cucurella

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Enzo Fernández Spotted in Madrid With João Pedro and Marc Cucurella

Fernández spent Chelsea’s post-FA Cup semi-final break in Madrid, attending the Mutua Madrid Open and being seen around the city with Pedro and Cucurella. The trip was cleared with Chelsea after recent backlash over his comments about loving Madrid. Reinstated as captain after suspension, Fernandez has 13 goals and six assists in 49 games again for Chelsea.

By Tanish Chachra

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