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Premier League Referee Coote Sacked After Klopp Video Rant
David Coote, a Premier League referee, was fired by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) after a "thorough investigation" into several allegations against him. Coote, however, retains the right to appeal the decision. In a statement on Monday titled “Statement—David Coote,” the PGMOL confirmed the termination of his employment, citing “serious breaches” of his contract that rendered his position “untenable.” READ...
Cole Palmer Breaks Premier League Penalty Record
Cole Palmer has rewritten Premier League history, becoming the most reliable penalty-taker in the competition’s history. In Chelsea’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, Palmer coolly converted two penalties, taking his perfect record to 12 penalties scored from 12 attempts. This feat surpasses the legendary Yaya Toure, who scored all 11 penalties he took for Manchester City during his illustrious career. Palmer, reflecting...
UCL: Real Madrid Face Crucial Test At Atalanta
Real Madrid's trip to face Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday is shaping up to be a crucial clash for the troubled holders. The record 15-time winners have lost three of their first five matches and find themselves 24th in the standings, with places 25 to 36 eliminated at the end of the group phase. Carlo Ancelotti’s side travels to...
Bayern Retires Number 5 Jersey In Honour Of Beckenbauer
The famous number five jersey has been retired by Bayern Munich in remembrance of Franz Beckenbauer. According to a post shared on Fabrizio Romano’s X handle on Sunday, Bayern Munich announced that no player would wear the number five jersey in the future. The German international, popularly known as “Der Kaiser,” passed away on January 7, 2024. Widely regarded as one...
EPL: Man Utd’s Sporting Director Ashworth Departs After Just Five Months
Dan Ashworth, the sporting director of Manchester United, departed the team on Sunday after only five months. Ashworth, appointed on 1st of July 2024, oversaw transfer spending of over £200 million during the summer window, according to Sky Sports. “Dan Ashworth will be leaving his role as Sporting Director of Manchester United by mutual agreement. We would like to thank Dan...
Vinicius Set To Return From Injury Ahead Champions League Clash — Ancelotti
Carlo Ancelotti, the coach of Real Madrid, stated that star forward Vinicius Junior will return from injury sooner than anticipated in time for Tuesday's Champions League match against Atalanta. The Brazilian winger suffered a hamstring injury in November, which was expected to keep him out until the Intercontinental Cup final on December 18. However, Vinicius was able to train on Friday,...
EPL: Silva Praises Iwobi Following Fulham’s Victory Over Brighton
After Alex Iwobi scored a brace to help Fulham defeat Brighton 3-1 at the Craven Cottage on Thursday, manager Marco Silva gave him high praise. Iwobi capitalized on Bart Verbruggen’s blip to give Fulham an early lead. Three minutes later, the dynamic midfielder clinched the victory with his second goal. The 28-year-old has now registered three goals and two assists in his...
Chelsea’s Goal Is To Keep Fans Happy — Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca enjoyed the sound of the travelling fans chanting his name as his side romped to a 5-1 Premier League win on Wednesday. Maresca's side were 4-1 up late in the game when the away section sang his name as they celebrated Chelsea's impressive victory, which moved them to second in the standings, and the manager applauded...
Man United’s Luke Shaw Suffers New Injury Setback
Manchester United left back Luke Shaw said he has suffered another injury setback less than two weeks after returning to action. The England defender has missed much of this year due to injuries, and British media reported he had picked up another problem during training that may sideline him for weeks. The 29-year-old, who missed the start of the season due...
FIFA Set To Unveil Club World Cup Draw Amidst Legal Challenges
On Thursday, the expanded Fifa Club World Cup draw will be held in Miami, providing a first look at the finer points of a competition that has been met with disinterest or even outright animosity in some quarters of the football community. Thirty-two star-studded club teams will battle it out in gleaming state-of-the-art arenas in what is effectively a curtain-raiser...
