Saturday will bring at least two, if not three, debuts for Tottenham Hotspur when they visit Reading for a preseason friendly. While it is just a meaningless exhibition match, it's still the beginning of the Thomas Frank era at Spurs. This will be the first game in which Franks manages the Lilywhites. It will also see the Spurs debut of summer signing Mohammed Kudus. After … [Read more...] about Tottenham Team News at Reading: Frank, Kudus, Giggs-White, Maddison, Son
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Chelsea’s Club World Cup Trophy is a Replica; Original Remains at White House
Chelsea FC have won two titles in 2025, but at least one of them has a replica piece of silverware. Get ready for the weird tale of the Club World Cup trophy. Chelsea claimed the UEFA Europa League Conference League title back in May, following it up with a FIFA Club World Cup title on Sunday. While it was a glorious tournament win for the Blues, the post-match celebration was … [Read more...] about Chelsea’s Club World Cup Trophy is a Replica; Original Remains at White House
Cole Palmer Confused by Donald Trump Presence at Chelsea Trophy Lift
In every football tournament, the winning team's lifting of the trophy is a special, and sometimes perhaps even sacred moment. It's a unique celebration for the tournament's winning squad, which serves as a culmination after a job well done. It's reserved for team members only, but President of the United States Donald Trump didn't get that memo. For some bizarre reason, Trump … [Read more...] about Cole Palmer Confused by Donald Trump Presence at Chelsea Trophy Lift
Portuguese Football 2025: Competitive Success and European Influence
Portuguese football continues to demonstrate itself as Europe's talent development hotbed, where clubs systematically apply tried review criteria for finding and developing world-class talents that end up shining on Europe's biggest stages. Primeira Liga's record for producing great talent is akin to winning gaming platforms that continue to deliver fun experiences, crafting … [Read more...] about Portuguese Football 2025: Competitive Success and European Influence
Hugo Ekitike Finalizing €80m Move to Newcastle United
Newcastle United would like to see Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike play along side their current stellar center forward Alexander Isak this season. To make it happen, Newcastle will need to break their club transfer fee record, which is currently held by Isak himself. When Isak moved over from Real Sociedad three summers ago, it was for a fee that was reported to be in the … [Read more...] about Hugo Ekitike Finalizing €80m Move to Newcastle United
Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs Walsall
Aston Villa has had a very disappointing summer transfer window thus far. They have only one signing thus far, Zepiqueno Redmond, and that was on a free. After the breakthrough season that saw them finish 4th in 2023-24, the Villans slipped back to 6th last season. In order to try and get back to where they were, they need to beef up the squad. In fact, just to try and keep up, … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Starting XI Prediction vs Walsall
Aston Villa Team News at Walsall: Emi Martinez, Marco Bizot, Zepiqueno Redmond
Aston Villa have only made one signing this summer, Dutch striker Zepiqueno Redmond, from Feyenoord on a free. Redmond, 19, is expected to assume a role this season similar to what Jhon Duran performed last term. Villa supporters will likely see Redmond in action, as a member of their favorite side, on Wednesday night when they travel to Walsall for a preseason … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Team News at Walsall: Emi Martinez, Marco Bizot, Zepiqueno Redmond
Tottenham Pursuing Morgan Gibbs-White After Signing Mohammed Kudus
Welcome to the summer transfer window, Tottenham Hotspur. It took awhile for Spurs to join the summer transfer business party, but there are actively wheeling and dealing right now. On Thursday, Spurs unveiled Mohammed Kudus as their first big signing of the summer, having procured the winger/attacking midfielder from London rivals West Ham United for £55 million. Next, they … [Read more...] about Tottenham Pursuing Morgan Gibbs-White After Signing Mohammed Kudus
Predicted Liverpool FC Starting Lineup at Preston North End (Club Friendly)
The tragic loss of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, is obviously the main story surrounding tomorrow afternoon's preseason opener at Preston North End. As it should be, with LFC paying tribute to the teammate that is no longer with them. But there are plenty of other storylines to watch in this friendly being staged at Deepdale. … [Read more...] about Predicted Liverpool FC Starting Lineup at Preston North End (Club Friendly)
Liverpool FC Team News vs Preston North End: Elliott, Bajcetic, Morton
Reigning Premier League champions Liverpool FC face Preston North End at Deepdale tomorrow to begin preparations for the new season ahead. Liverpool will most likely be without the services of three players for this match: Harvey Elliott, Tyler Morton and Stefan Bajcetic. We'll get into why, for all three players, in a bit. There is obviously one major storyline that … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Team News vs Preston North End: Elliott, Bajcetic, Morton
