Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has made a passionate plea for the club to sign two of England’s brightest young stars after their impressive display in a 2-0 victory over Ireland. Speaking from Old Trafford, Drogba publicly urged Chelsea to target Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze, who delivered standout performances in the match. His comments have added to the growing criticism from Chelsea fans about the club’s failure to sign the pair during the summer transfer window. Drogba was full of admiration for the dynamic duo, referring to them as “absolute cheat codes” and lamenting Chelsea’s missed opportunity to bring them…
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Riccardo Calafiori has been sent back to Arsenal after suffering a leg injury during Italy’s 3-1 victory over France. The young defender, who started the match, had to be substituted in the second half following an unfortunate incident involving Ousmane Dembele. During a challenge with Alessandro Bastoni, Dembele fell and his studs caught the back of Calafiori’s leg, resulting in the injury. Despite receiving immediate treatment on the pitch, Calafiori continued to play for a brief period before it was decided that he could no longer continue Initially, Italy’s head coach Luciano Spalletti expressed confidence that the injury was not…
Arsenal is facing a potential defensive crisis after their summer signing, Riccardo Calafiori, sustained a serious injury during Italy’s 3-1 victory over France in the UEFA Nations League. The match, held at the Parc des Princes on September 6, 2024, saw the Italian left-back leave the field in the second half following a heavy challenge from France’s Ousmane Dembele. Calafiori, who joined Arsenal from Bologna this summer, now faces an uncertain period, with concerns that the injury may be severe. The injury overshadowed what was otherwise a stellar performance by the Italian team. France took an early lead through Bradley…
Todd Boehly, the public face of Chelsea’s new ownership after Roman Abramovich, is reportedly considering selling his shares in the club. According to Sky Sports, the American businessman may step away from his role at Chelsea. Boehly, along with Clearlake Capital, took control of the club in 2022 after Abramovich was forced to leave due to political tensions following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Since then, Boehly has invested over €1.2 billion in new players. Despite these significant investments, Chelsea has struggled to find success on the pitch, and Boehly has faced growing criticism for the club’s lack of progress. Initially,…
Football agent Saif Alrubie has filed a legal claim against Chelsea Football Club and former director Marina Granovskaia, seeking compensation related to Kurt Zouma’s 2021 transfer to West Ham United. Alrubie claims he had an agreement to receive a commission if Zouma, who was sold to West Ham for €35 million, left Chelsea for more than €30 million. On Friday, Alrubie submitted his case to the London Commercial Court, with Sky Sports reporting that the disputed sum could reach €3.3 million. Earlier this year, in April, Alrubie was cleared of allegations that he sent a threatening email to Granovskaia. Now,…
Arsenal defender William Saliba has quickly established himself as a crucial player for both his club and the French national team, significantly bolstering Arsenal’s defense since his debut in 2022. His consistently strong performances have earned him a regular spot in France’s squad. Saliba played a vital role during Euro 2024, contributing to France’s success and earning a place in the Team of the Tournament. However, Saliba faced a difficult challenge in France’s recent match against Italy. On Friday, France suffered a tough 3-1 defeat at home. The match started well for France, with Bradley Barcola scoring in the first…
Premier League clubs are increasingly calling for more consistency in the enforcement of new refereeing directives, as frustrations grow over what many see as inconsistent decision-making on the pitch. Before the start of the 2023/24 season, referees met with each Premier League team to outline new rules and points of emphasis. These changes include measures to stop players from delaying match restarts and from surrounding referees in protest. One of the officials leading these sessions was Anthony Taylor, who visited Arsenal to explain that referees would be stricter in penalizing any deliberate attempts to slow down play. According to the…
Raheem Sterling’s unexpected transfer to Arsenal was one of the most surprising and final deals of the summer transfer window. The Chelsea winger joined the Gunners on a season-long loan, reuniting with his former coach from Manchester City, Mikel Arteta. This move has generated significant anticipation as Arteta played a crucial role in Sterling’s development into one of the top attackers in world football during their time together at City. Now, at Arsenal, Arteta will be tasked with reviving Sterling’s form and helping him rediscover the consistency that made him a standout player. Sterling’s performances have noticeably declined since his…
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard may be a doubt for both Norway’s upcoming Nations League fixtures and Arsenal’s key Premier League games, following an injury sustained during the Gunners’ 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion. Norway’s head coach, Stale Solbakken, hinted that Odegaard might be struggling with an injury picked up in the match, sparking concerns about his fitness. With the international break interrupting Premier League play, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is likely keeping a close watch on the fitness of his players as they join up with their national teams. Odegaard, the Norway international who missed out on Euro…
Liverpool, once a dominant force in the race for Europe’s brightest talents, now faces growing competition from rival clubs, particularly Manchester City. The Reds have been eyeing Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz, two of Europe’s most promising young footballers, but recent developments suggest Liverpool may struggle to secure their signatures. Manchester City’s scouts were recently spotted at a match involving both players, signaling they’re also in the race. Musiala, 20, has been making waves since moving from Chelsea’s academy to Bayern Munich in 2019. He’s become a crucial part of Bayern’s squad, contributing 38 goals and 26 assists across 150…