Author: Amos Oduro

AC Milan faced a setback in Serie A as they let a two-goal lead slip, resulting in a dramatic 2-2 draw against Lecce on Saturday. Goals from Olivier Giroud and Tijjani Reijnders seemed to secure a win for Milan, but Lecce staged a comeback with goals from Nicola Sansone and Lameck Banda. Milan’s hopes were further dashed as a last-minute wonder goal for Lecce was disallowed by VAR. Despite salvaging a point, Milan lost key player Rafael Leão to injury, and Giroud was sent off. Meanwhile, Juventus secured a fifth consecutive win, topping Serie A with 29 points. The team’s…

Real Madrid delivered a stunning performance at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, trouncing Valencia 5-1 in a La Liga match. Daniel Carvajal set the tone with an impressive 3rd-minute goal, capitalizing on Toni Kroos’ assist. Vinicius Junior doubled the lead just before halftime, courtesy of Rodrygo’s assist. The Brazilian duo continued their dominance in the second half, with Vinicius netting his second goal after a collaboration with Rodrygo. Rodrygo then showcased his brilliance, scoring twice in the 50th and 84th minutes, the latter assisted by Fran Garcia. Valencia managed a late consolation goal from Hugo Duro, ending the match 5-1. Real Madrid’s…

Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, is set to serve a one-match touchline ban following his third booking of the season during a tense 1-0 win against Luton. The Dutchman disputed two late throws in the match, leading to his automatic suspension for the upcoming Premier League game against Everton on November 26. The victory, secured by Victor Lindelof’s second-half goal, comes at a critical time for Manchester United, currently at the bottom of their Champions League group after a midweek defeat to Copenhagen. Ten Hag expressed frustration over the officiating, stating, “It was about a moment so clear, a…

Ecuadorian midfielder Moises Caicedo has revealed the decisive phone call that led him to choose Chelsea over Liverpool in a high-stakes transfer saga. Liverpool initially submitted a club-record £111 million bid for Caicedo, but the player expressed his desire to join Chelsea. Despite Liverpool’s medical booking for the then-Brighton player, Chelsea outbid them with an offer worth up to £115 million, marking a Premier League record. Caicedo explained that a phone call from Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez, a World Cup winner and midfielder, played a crucial role in his decision. During an interview on Sky Sports’ Big Interview, Caicedo shared, “It…

Bayer Leverkusen’s strong start to the 2023-24 season is attributed to standout performances from key players. Fullbacks Alex Grimaldo and Jeremie Frimpong, along with forward Victor Boniface, have been instrumental in the team’s success. However, the driving force behind Leverkusen’s dynamic style is the exceptional form of 20-year-old German midfielder Florian Wirtz. Overcoming an ACL rupture in 2020, Wirtz has consistently improved and contributed to 15 goals in as many appearances this season. His remarkable talent has attracted interest from top clubs like Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and Barcelona. Leverkusen, anticipating Wirtz’s potential departure, has set a €120 million price…

Liverpool is considering a move for Leeds United’s 17-year-old midfielder, Archie Gray, who has gained attention for his performances in the Championship this season. Gray, likened to Trent Alexander-Arnold for his versatility, has started 12 out of 15 league games for Leeds, featuring both in midfield and at right-back. Liverpool faces competition from Crystal Palace and Everton for Gray’s signature, with reports suggesting a price tag of £40 million. Gray’s contract with Leeds is set to expire in June 2025, and the club may need to sell him next summer if a new deal isn’t reached. Despite only making his…

Manchester United’s Northern Ireland defender, Jonny Evans, is set to be sidelined for the “next few weeks” due to a thigh strain, as confirmed by the club on Friday. The injury occurred during the first half of United’s 4-3 Champions League defeat at FC Copenhagen. The 35-year-old Evans, who returned to Manchester United on a one-year deal in September after an eight-year absence, has started five league games but now joins a growing list of absentees at the club. The defensive lineup is currently without Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, and midfielder Casemiro. This setback comes at a challenging…

Real Madrid aims to bounce back from a recent setback as they face Valencia in their upcoming La Liga clash. Sitting at second place in the league, Real Madrid will be seeking their tenth win of the season. Despite a draw in their last league match, they are undefeated in their last nine games across all competitions, coming off a 3-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League against SC Braga. With 29 points from 12 games, Real Madrid has a solid record, having lost only once this season. Although not dominating, they have found ways to secure victories. Injuries pose…

Former Italy forward Christian Vieri has been impressed by the performances of French striker Marcus Thuram since his summer arrival at Inter Milan. Thuram, 26, has quickly become a fan favorite with five goals, including crucial strikes against Benfica and AS Roma. Vieri, speaking on his Twitch channel, commended Inter Milan’s directors for the astute free transfer signing of Thuram, stating, “The club’s directors deserve great credit for pulling off the signing.” “I knew Thuram was good, but I had heard he didn’t score many goals. You see him live. He plays with his teammates, Vieri added. He’s good technically.…

The Premier League is in talks to introduce semi-automated offside technology amid ongoing controversy surrounding the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. After over four years of VAR use, calls for reform or scrapping the system have escalated, leading football’s lawmakers, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), to initiate consultations for potential changes. Clubs are reportedly increasingly confident that the Premier League could ratify semi-automated offside for the next season, a technology already employed in Serie A, UEFA competitions, and FIFA World Cups. Despite resistance to a fully automated system, there is a growing expectation that the introduction of semi-automated offside…