A hundred million euros figure seems to be in fashion these days, and every club around the world is tagging its star players around that number. If anyone is to be blamed for this price war, it is one and only Real Madrid who has set many records as far priciest players are concerned. In fact, it has now become a fashion to value every player at a maximum figure where Spanish giant is interested in. After Spurs’ Bale, Juventus’ midfielder Arturo Vidal was also on the radar of La Liga runner up, but for some reason; Serie A club denied his sale. Giuseppe Marotta, the general director at Turin, now openly says if Bale is worth 100 million, so as their 26-year old versatile player. He valued his starlet based on his performances last season which helped them win back to back Serie A titles. Perhaps, he has displayed a powerful show in all three initial Italian league matches as well. Tagging him worth 100 million, Marotta said, “If Bale is worth 100 million euros, Vidal is also worth … [Read more...]
Jonjo Shelvey apologizes to Swans fans for his mistakes in clash with Liverpool
Swansea City midfielder Jonjo Shelvey, who used to be the Liverpool player until last summer, has apologized to all City fans for his mistakes that allowed his former club to equalize Swans lead and ended match in a draw. In fact, Shelvey also put his team ahead initially, but his hasty blunders allowed to wash off his affords later. The mistake would have been overlooked had any other player involved in it, but since he used to be a Liverpool player; he required to put his stand in front of the fans and show his loyalty towards The Jacks. It was his first encounter with his former team and his unwanted favor to them is obviously on radar of everyone. Notably, he switched from Anfield on a £5m deal last summer. Actually, his performance in this match was noteworthy not only by City fans but also by Liverpool fans coz the way he abruptly passed the ball allowing his former colleague equalize the initial lead which later proved crucial. However, showing his great concern for manager … [Read more...]
Kaka surrenders his salary until he fits
Soccer is always considered a money rolling game where everyone seems to be running after it. It holds true for everyone, including players, officials, and even fans, but there are some rare incidents where these prevailing theories hold incorrect, like in case of Brazilian midfielder Kaka who plays for Serie A club AC Milan. He got injured on Saturday in his first competitive match for his new Italian club after spending four years in Spain playing for Real Madrid. His adductor muscle injury initially seemed not so serious, but for further investigations, he went for advance diagnostics processes and waiting for reports. These reports will confirm how much time he would require to fully recover, until then; he will not take his salary from San Siro club. He said after sustaining an unintended injury, “Yesterday was a tough day for me as I found out about my injury. I certainly didn't expect this type of injury at this time. It has been hard and difficult. I spoke to the club a lot … [Read more...]
Messi gearing up for Champions League revenge
Barcelona FC could be the reigning champion of Spanish league La Liga, but on European front; they were humility beaten by Bayern Munich in the semifinal last year. In fact, they were crushed by 7-0 in aggregate by the German club and those unforgettable memories are still alive in the mind of every Barca player, especially Messi, who was the part of their last season debacle in the European league. Now, the Argentinian is gearing up for a revenge of what they conceived last year right from their first match of the season which is against Ajax on Wednesday. Barcelona has refined its strategies to triumph UEFA trophy this year and their roadmap includes the likes of Messi and Neymar in important roles. La Liga champions are firmly determined to polish their record by showing best of their strength in front of European fans. However, Messi is not taking it as an excuse to their shoddy performance last year; hence he wants some notable changes to their show this season. He talked … [Read more...]
More resistance for a winter 2022 world cup
Qatar world cup debate is again getting the heat from another part of the world who has a different opinion about the proposals to shift it to winters. Actually, soccer fraternity has been divided into two parts on the issue: first one are those who want it to be held on its traditional summer timings while second one are those who care for everyone and want it to be shifted to winter – for the first time in history. Despite FIFA president’s call to make a way to organize this event within everyone’s comfort zone, American continent has come forward as its strong opponent. This is the same region who was beaten on the ballot by Qatar to win the 2022 FIFA world cup’s hosting rights three years ago; hence it could also be a cold way to retaliate by US soccer federation who is speaking via its president Sunil Gulati. The lecturer of Columbia University says he will oppose the resolution demanding untraditional changes to the World Cup timings in governing body’s executives meet on October … [Read more...]
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