Author: Citygunner
With reference to the controversy that surrounds Julian Alvárez penalty that was disallowed against Real Madrid in the Champions League, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) officially amended the penalty code. As revealed by by IFAB, a successful penalty kick must be retaken if a penalty taker accidentally makes contact with the ball with both feet. Unlike before, the attempt will no longer count as a miss. The amended rule is inevitable after the controversial penalty shootout between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid in the Champions League finals. Alvárez penalty was ruled out after he put his kick past Thibaut…
The new PUMA ORBITA Ultimate PL will become the official ball for the 2025/2026 Premier League season. The ball will officially debut in the Premier League Summer Series in the USA. The world’s most watched league will kick off on the weekend of 16 August and the new PUMA ball will take central stage as the official match ball for the new season. The new ball will make its first appearance in the USA for the July Summer Series. To guarantee precise weight distribution, the PUMA Orbita Ultimate PL features 12 equally sized panels to keep the ball absolutely balanced.…
Sporting CP talent Dario Essugo has signed a contract with Chelsea that will see him through till 2033. The Portuguese under-21 international spent last season on loan in LaLiga with Las Palmas. Chelsea is pleased to confirm the signing of the talented midfielder. At age 16 and six days, Essugo became the youngest ever player to feature for Sporting CP academy against Vitoria de Guimaraes in March 2021. The now 20-year old made his marks as a regular on loan to the Spanish side, appearing 27 times scoring just once. The young talent has featured at various age groups for…
The UEFA Technical Observer Group has officially announced the 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League Team of the Season. Declan Rice is named amongst the UEFA Champions League team of season following his jaw-dropping display in Europe. The UEFA Technical Observer Group were dazzled by his exceptional output this season especially his brace in Arsenal 3-0 pounding of Real Madrid in the 1st leg quarter final. Rice stylishly and effortlessly curled two incredible free kicks into Thibaut Courtois net to put Arsenal in the driving sit in that particular encounter against Los Blancos Rice featured in 13 Champions League games, scoring vital…
Bayer Leverkusen have rejected Liverpool’s £109M bid to land Wirtz in Anfield. The Bundesliga side is not relenting on a £126M fee for the German top playmaker as this could smash the British transfer record currently held by Chelsea who paid around £115M for Moises Caicedo. A hundred million pound plus bid was recently launched by the Reds to bring Florian Wirtz to Anfield, a move that is already been anticipated by the 22-year old as both parties has before now agreed on personal terms. The playmaker preference for Liverpool has made top contenders like Manchester City and Bayern Munich…
Arsenal midfield strongman Thomas Partey is considering moving to Barcelona on a free transfer. His contract with Arsenal is near completion as the Ghanaian is set to be a free agent. Partey’s negotiation with Arsenal have not led to an agreement but the Gunners are willing to extend his stay . Barcelona are capitalizing on the Arsenal and Partey negotiation constraints as the 31-year old contract expires at the end of June. Despite his injury limitations, Thomas Partey has been outstanding in the Arsenal midfield ever since. He appeared 52 times for Mikel Arteta’s side this season with 12 in…
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will unfold across 11 cities in the USA from June 14th-July 13th 2025. This competition has come through significant evolution in international football, expanding to 32 teams and adopting a format similar to the FIFA World Cup. This year tournament is scheduled to start on June 14th with the opening match at Hard Rock stadium, Miami, Florida and the final on July 13th at MetLife stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey. In typical fashion, the tournament features top clubs from around the world. The format and structure includes 32 clubs from all six FIFA confederations…
Martin Zubimendi, the Real Sociedad midfielder, who has 17 caps for the reigning European Champions Spain, is set to undergo medical before completing a £51M move to Arsenal. Reports suggest that all relevant paper works has been completed and both parties are optimistic for a successful medical in order to close up formalities for a swift deal. Annoucement will be made by Arsenal once the 26-year old passes the medical. With a £51M release clause, the Spanish midfielder is looking forward to land at the Emirates. The gunners are not leaving any stone unturned in this summer transfer window with…
The 2024/25 season in the English top flight and in Europe has been exceptional for clubs with birds associated with their identity and history. From Liverpool FC to Crystal Palace, these clubs showed their bravery by winning titles both in domestic competitions and in Europe. NEWCASTLE UNITED- The Magpies Though this is not the club official logo, the Magpies comes from their iconic black and white stripe kit, which resembles the plumage of a Magpies bird. The nickname has become deeply associated with the club’s identity, and fans often refer to themselves as part of the Magpies army. Newcastle united…
Arsenal are hoping to bolster their team attack especially in light with injuries to Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka. Manager Mikel Arteta has recognized RB Leipzig striker as a top target for the upcoming summer transfer window. Fresh reports suggest that Arsenal have commenced talks with the 21-year old Slovenian. Until formal agreement is sealed, both parties are not relenting in maintaining communication as the North London side continues to appraise their striker options. Arsenal faces stiff competition from clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United and Juventus but are considered favorite to sign Šeško for fee up to €65M. Benjamin Šeško…
