Real Madrid goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has suffered a muscle injury to his right leg, according to reports from Spanish outlets Marca and AS. The injury is expected to keep the 28-year-old out of action for two to three weeks. Kepa reportedly sustained the injury in training ahead of the team’s Champions League match against Braga. He underwent tests on Thursday, which revealed a minor tear in his right adductor muscle. The club will conduct an MRI scan on Friday to confirm the extent of the injury. Kepa is expected to…

Former Bayern Munich captain Philipp Lahm has spoken of his delight at having played under manager Pep Guardiola during the Spaniard’s time at the German club. Guardiola was in charge of Bayern from 2013 to 2016, and Lahm has praised the way he gave his players “so much clarity on the pitch, in terms of your positioning and your role. He manages to give every player a sense of togetherness and belonging in the system and brings out the best in everyone.” “When you watch a Guardiola team, even if…

Despite cooling their ardor after several failed pursuits, Real Madrid still hold an interest in Kylian Mbappé, but the club hopes the player will initiate a move this time. According to reports, Real Madrid have been keen on signing Mbappé since 2017, but after facing setbacks, they have become less enthusiastic about making him a top target. Mbappé’s decision to renew his contract with Paris Saint-Germain in 2022 lowered his status in Real Madrid’s hierarchy. This year, a similar situation arises, but Madrid is reluctant to engage in a prolonged…

Data analytics company fivethirtyeight has updated its predictions for the Premier League title race and relegation battle after Matchday 28. League leaders Arsenal have seen their title odds increase to 56%. Title odds: – Arsenal: 56% – Manchester City: 44% Champions League qualification odds: – Arsenal & Manchester City: >99% – Manchester United: 74% – Newcastle: 44% – Liverpool: 29% – Tottenham: 25% – Brighton: 26% – Brentford: 2% Relegation odds: – Crystal Palace: 10% – Leicester City: 13% – West Ham: 19% – Leeds United: 17% – Wolverhampton Wanderers:…

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has announced his retirement from the French national team. The 36-year-old made his international debut in a 0-0 friendly draw with Uruguay on November 19, 2008. He went on to make 145 appearances for Les Bleus, surpassing Lilian Thuram’s record to become the country’s most-capped player. Lloris served as France’s captain from 2010 onwards. During his time with the national team, Lloris played in 20 World Cup matches and 15 European Championship fixtures. He was a key member of the squad that won the 2018 FIFA…

South Korea’s football team is lagging behind its Japanese counterpart due to a significant disparity in the number of players based in Europe, according to an article published in the Korean newspaper JoongAng Daily. The article highlights the fact that while Japan has 136 players plying their trade in top European leagues, South Korea has only 28. This gap, it argues, is a major contributing factor to the recent dominance of Japan over South Korea in football matches, with Japan claiming victories by margins as wide as 3-0. In response…

Barcelona’s six-match winning streak came to an end on Sunday as they drew 2-2 at Real Mallorca. The Catalan giants have now conceded eight goals in their first seven La Liga games this season, the same number they let in during the first 25 matches of last season. In contrast, Barcelona only conceded 20 goals in 38 league games last season.

Manchester United have released a gallery of images today featuring club legend Roy Keane modelling the new third kit for the upcoming season. Keane’s departure from the club in 2005 after a falling out with manager Sir Alex Ferguson has always cast a shadow over his relationship with United. Since retiring from playing, he has rarely been seen in an official capacity with the club, only offering his thoughts as a pundit. However, the club’s release of new images of Keane wearing the new third kit and posing for a…

According to Spanish outlet Diario Sport, there are currently only three untouchable players in the Barcelona squad: Ronald Araujo, Gavi, and Pedri. The Blaugrana will not consider any offers for these three players, regardless of how much other clubs are willing to pay. Barcelona’s precarious financial situation means that selling some of their prized assets is an option to keep within the rules of Financial Fair Play. In fact, the club is open to offers for all players except Araujo, Gavi, and Pedri. Barcelona believes that these three players are…

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has imposed fines on Zhejiang FC for disciplinary breaches during AFC Champions League matches. Zhejiang FC’s official delegation was fined USD 10,000 for failing to pass through the mixed zone after their away match against Kofu Ventus. During the match against Buriram United held at their home, at least one pyrotechnic device (smoke bomb) was ignited in the stands and approximately five plastic bottles were thrown towards the player tunnel. Aggressive hand gestures were also directed towards the visiting team’s players. The ignition of the…