Tag: Star

6Apr By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Chelsea confirm star is ruled out for the rest of the season in fresh injury setback

Chelsea's Wesley Fofana during a training session at at Cobham Training Ground, London. Picture date: Wednesday March 12, 2025. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Images via Getty Images) Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana will miss the remainder of the season, the club have confirmed. The centre-back has undergone hamstring surgery after his latest comeback lasted just two games. The Frenchman, 24, began the season as a starting centre-back under Enzo Maresca. He picked up a hamstring problem during a victory over Aston Villa in December, though, and only returned to the Blues' matchday squad in late February. Fofana was an unused substitute against Southampton and then started back-to-back games, a win over former club Leicester and a defeat at Arsenal. He wasn't involved on Thursday ...

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30Mar By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Napoli Open Talks for Feyenoord Star Igor Paixao

Feyenoord Rotterdam forward Igor Paixao plays during the match between NAC and Feyenoord at the Rat Verlegh Stadium for the Dutch Eredivisie season 2024-2025 in Breda, Netherlands, on February 15, 2025. Napoli and Feyenoord have reportedly held preliminary talks over Igor Paixao’s potential summer transfer to Serie A. According to Calciomercato, the Scudetto hopefuls have tested the waters for the sought-after forward. Despite offloading star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain this winter, Napoli failed to sign an adequate replacement in the January transfer window. Noah Okafor arrived on a short-term loan from Milan but will likely return to the San Siro in the summer. Okafor will likely be on the bench when Napoli take on Milan in tonight’s Serie A blockbuster on h...

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27Mar By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

BUNDESLIGA

Bayern Munich star is ruled out of action for six months with ACL tear

LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - MARCH 11: Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich (L) celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Harry Kane during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 second leg match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern München at BayArena on March 11, 2025 in Leverkusen, Germany. A Bayern Munich star has been ruled out of action for six months after tearing his ACL, the club have confirmed. The German giants, who are top of the Bundesliga by six points - ahead of Bayer Leverkusen, the German champions - have their sights set on both domestic and European success this season. Having lost to their closest rivals in the last-16 of the German Cup, they have set their sights on regaining the league title, as well as winning the Champions League, which they are i...

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24Mar By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Manchester City star offers himself to Real Madrid

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: Manuel Akanji of Manchester City makes a block during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off first leg match between Manchester City and Real Madrid C.F. at Etihad Stadium on February 11, 2025 in Manchester, England. There are no shortage of players keen to sign for Real Madrid, and no few agents desperate to get their clients to the Santiago Bernabeu either. That results in Los Blancos receiving plenty of offers of willing footballers, albeit rarely from their rivals for the top prizes. Yet that is the case with Manuel Akanji. The Swiss defender has spent much of the last few seasons competing against Real Madrid to lift the Champions League, but Marca explain that Akanji has offered himself as an option for Real Madrid this summ...

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26Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

LALIGA

Real Madrid star to be handed rare start vs Real Sociedad

MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 24: Eduardo Camavinga and Endrick Felipe players of Real Madrid are training at Valdebebas training ground on February 24, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. An oft-overlooked member of the attacking ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid is expected to be afforded a starting berth in the club’s next outing. That’s according to Marca, who point towards Endrick as the player in question. Real Madrid, of course, are primed to return to action in short order. Turning attentions back towards matters in the Copa del Rey, Los Blancos have made the trip to Anoeta, for a semi-final first-leg meeting with Real Sociedad. Carlo Ancelotti and co. opted to leave several of the club’s leading stars out of Real’s travelling squad for the clash, including Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde an...

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24Feb By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

LALIGA

Sevilla star a last-minute scratch from squad to face Mallorca

VALENCIA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 24: (L-R) David Torres of Real Valladolid, Gerard Peque Fernandez of Sevilla during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Valencia v Osasuna at the Estadio de Mestalla on September 24, 2024 in Valencia Spain. La Liga outfit Sevilla have on Monday revealed a fresh injury setback in the club’s first-team ranks. This comes amid confirmation that Gerard Fernández (commonly referred to as Peque) will play no part in the club’s next outing. Sevilla are primed to return to action later this evening, in a league meeting with RCD Mallorca. As is customary, the Andalusians therefore unveiled the club’s matchday squad for the clash on Monday afternoon. And nowhere to be seen was the name of the aforementioned Peque. As per a report from Mundo Deportivo: ‘The absence of Pequ...

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14Jan By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Hansi Flick ‘shows Barcelona star the exit door’

Hansi Flick holds a press conference for the match against Betis, corresponding to the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey, in Barcelona, Spain, on January 14, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has begun ushering a member of his attacking ranks towards the exit door at the club.That’s according to Diario Sport, who point towards Ansu Fati as the player in question.The name of winger Ansu has of course returned to the forefront of the headlines in Catalunya’s capital over the course of the last week. This comes after the Barcelona coaching staff made clear once more their lack of faith when it comes to the 22-year-old’s readiness to contribute moving forward.After first being left out of the Blaugrana’s starting XI for a C...

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17Dec By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Galatasaray target Roma star Dybala

Paulo Dybala of AS Roma looks on during the Serie A Enilive match between AS Roma and US Lecce at Stadio Olimpico on December 07, 2024 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Galatasaray have set sights on Paulo Dybala in addition to Lorenzo Pellegrini, who are both going through an uncertain time at Roma. Carlos Novel, one of the agents of the Argentine, traveled to Turkey to talk with the board. He watched the match against Trabzonspor from the presidential box, Corriere dello Sport informed. According to the local press, La Joya is seriously considering joining the Cimbom. On the other hand, he’s closing in on an automatic renewal thanks to his recent run of starts. His wages will balloon to €8M annually, add-ons included, once that happens. T...

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10Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

SERIE A

Napoli star Kvaratskhelia out for weeks with knee ligament tear

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of SSC Napoli during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and SS Lazio at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona Naples Italy on 8 December 2024. (Photo by Franco Romano/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is expected to remain out of action for nearly a month as Napoli announce that the Georgian winger has suffered a ligament tear in his right knee. Napoli star Kvaratskhelia was diagnosed with a knee ligament tear after medical tests on Tuesday.Examinations at Pineta Grande Hospital highlighted a ‘low degree’ lesion, and the player has already begun his recovery program. Napoli have not announced a recovery date for the Georgian ace, but according to Tutto Napoli, it usually takes up to four weeks to recover from these types of injuries. If this is th...

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2Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

SERIE A

Edoardo Bove’s first words as Fiorentina star awake following collapse

Edoardo Bove of ACF Fiorentina is seriously injured during the Serie A match between Fiorentina and FC Internazionale at Stadio Artemio Franchi on December 1, 2024 in Florence, Italy. Italian football was rocked on Sunday night when Edoardo Bove collapsed during Fiorentina's clash against Inter Milan. The 22-year-old was rushed off the pitch in an ambulance after falling to the ground with no one around him early in the first-half. Referee Daniele Doveri immediately halted play as the midfielder received urgent medical attention on the pitch from paramedics. Players of both teams were visibly distraught as they formed a protective wall around the Italian, who joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan from Roma in August. Bove's heartbroken teammates and rivals were soon led off the pitch ...

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29Nov By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Arteta update on injured star ahead of West Ham clash

LISBON, PORTUGAL - NOVEMBER 26: Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between Sporting Clube de Portugal and Arsenal FC at Estadio Jose Alvalade on November 26, 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Mikel Arteta played his cards close to his chest when quizzed about Gabriel Magalhaes' fitness ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash with West Ham.The Gunners' boss was tight-lipped following Gabriel's injury in the dying moments of their 5-1 thrashing of Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday. The centre-back netted a goal in a dazzling display for Arsenal in Portugal but hobbled off in the 84th minute, replaced by Jakob Kiwior due to injury concerns. In his post-match presser, Arteta labelled the proble...

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17Nov By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

NEWS

Newcastle United star in line for Wembley chance as England confirm injury

Lewis Hall of England trains with teammates during a training session at Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre on November 16, 2024 in Enfield, England. Newcastle United's Lewis Hall has taken a step closer to make his first start for England with the news that Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has withdrawn from the Three Lions squad. Hall was a half-time replacement for Konsa in England's 3-0 win over Greece on Thursday night, winning his first senior cap for his country after an excellent season so far for Eddie Howe's Magpies. Lee Carsley's side take on Ireland at Wembley tonight in their final Nations League game, with the interim boss then handing the reigns over to Thomas Tuchel, someone Hall knows well from their time at Chelsea. While Konsa is a centre-back, Hall was brought on as pa...

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6Nov By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Report: Will Chelsea star be fit for arsenal match

Cole Palmer of Chelsea looks dejected during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Chelsea FC at Old Trafford on November 3, 2024 in Manchester, England. Chelsea are on edge as Cole Palmer prepares for a crucial knee scan this week following a rough challenge by Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez during Sunday’s 1-1 draw. The impact left Palmer with noticeable stud marks on his left knee, and the Chelsea star reportedly experienced discomfort throughout his journey back to London, raising concerns about his fitness ahead of the Premier League showdown with Arsenal. Manager Questions Martinez Tackle Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca voiced his frustrations post-match, criticising referee Rob Jones for not consulting VAR on what he deemed a “clear red” card offence by Ma...

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2Nov By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

PREMIER LEAGUE

Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton to undergo surgery on hernia injury

Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace leaves the pitch after picking up an injury during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Aston Villa and Crystal Palace at Villa Park on October 30, 2024 in Birmingham, England. Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton will undergo surgery on Sunday to rectify his hernia injury. The highly-rated 20-year-old has been carrying the injury since the start of the season and Palace took the decision for him to have the operation after he came off early midweek in their Carabao Cup clash with Aston Villa. Wharton has caught the eye of Manchester City, Man United, Liverpool and Real Madrid with his progression since making the move from Blackburn Rovers last January. Palace are determined to hold on to the England international until the summer at least but are an...

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24Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Champions League

Raphinha’s star on rise after hat trick vs. Bayern

Raphinha of FC Barcelona competes during the UEFA Champions League day 3 football match between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munich at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain on October 23, 2024. In the most star-studded game on Matchday 3 of the UEFA Champions League, one star wasted little time shining brighter than the rest – Raphinha. Barcelona's 4-1 win over Bayern Munich on Wednesday was chiefly a showcase for the Brazilian's skillset as he scored a hattrick, skillfully finding the back of the net on each occasion. He set the tone in the first minute, receiving a slick pass from Fermin Lopez deep in the opposition half before darting towards goal without a defender in sight. The finish, which came from close range after running around goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, was the e...

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22Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

BUNDESLIGA

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala says “Things can always change quickly in the world of football”

Jamal Musiala attacking midfield of Bayern Munich and Germany during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between Aston Villa FC and FC Bayern München at Villa Park on October 2, 2024 in Birmingham, England. Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal FC, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid...there are some true heavyweight clubs just waiting to pounce on Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala should he opt to leave Bayern Munich. However, recent reports indicate that Musiala is not talking to any clubs aside of the Bavarians at the moment. That should give Bayern Munich, the upperhand in retaining the Germany international. Musiala recently touched on the topic with Welt Am Sonntag (as captured by Goal). “I’m very happy at FC Bayern and fully focused on our goals. Playing...

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21Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona star Gavi returns after 11-month absence

Gavi of FC Barcelona runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Albert Sambi Lokonga of Sevilla FC during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said the reception given to Gavi gave him goosebumps as the midfielder returned from an 11-month injury layoff during Sunday's 5-1 win over Sevilla in LaLiga. Gavi has not played since tearing his ACL while playing for Spain last November but came off the bench for the final 10 minutes against Sevilla at the Olympic Stadium. The 20-year-old replaced Pedri, taking the captain's armband in the process, and he was given a an incredible ovation on his return to action from the Barça supporters. "I am happy for this result...

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12Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

NEWS

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka ruled out of England’s match against Finland

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has been ruled out of England’s Nations League game against Finland on Sunday after sustaining an injury against Greece. The winger limped off during the second half of Thursday’s humiliating defeat to Greece at Wembley and is not fit for the match in Helsinki. He will now return to Arsenal for further assessment ahead of their Premier League clash with Bournemouth next weekend. Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones is also out of the trip as he has a personal matter to deal with. Jones was a late addition to the England squad ahead of the Greece game but was an unused substitute. Harry Kane was one of 22 players who trained on Saturday, increasing hopes that the captain will be fit after missing Thursday’s game. Kane could not overcome a knock picked up playing for ...

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11Oct By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

BUNDESLIGA

Bayern Munich star Serge Gnabry on his steady improvement

Serge Gnabry has been on a journey of growth at Bayern Munich, especially after battling injuries that disrupted his 2022/23 season. Despite having some extremely crucial skills, Gnabry’s form dipped due to frequent setbacks. However, his return to fitness has reignited his brilliance on the pitch. “It was impossible not to read [the speculation]. But I was focused on myself. I used the summer to get back in shape and prepare well. I have a lot of joy playing football again after I was injured a lot last season,” Gnabry said in an interview with ESPN FC (captured by @iMiaSanMia), reflecting on his mental strength during recovery. This focus and determination has clearly paid off. Early in the 2024/25 season, his dribbling looks sharper, his finishing more clinical, and his overall contribu...

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28Sep By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Arsenal likely to drop out of race for Bundesliga star

Arsenal will hope to return to winning ways when they welcome struggling Leicester City to The Emirates on Saturday afternoon. The Gunners battled to a 2-2 draw against Premier League leaders Manchester City last weekend, despite having ten players for the entire second-half. Mikel Arteta will have been pleased by his side’s performance at The Etihad, despite conceding an equaliser deep into added time. The Foxes arrive in North London without a win in the league so far this term, although they are unbeaten in their last two. Ahead of Saturday’s match, it has emerged that Arsenal are unlikely to pursue a move for one of the Bundesliga’s biggest stars. According to GiveMeSport, the Gunners aren’t likely to make a formal offer for Bayer Leverkusen tar Florian Wirtz. It is claimed that Arse...

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