11 August 2025
Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has been voted Germany’s Player of the Year, adding to the 22-year-old’s growing reputation as one of the game’s top talents. Wirtz, signed from Bayer Leverkusen in June for a club-record £100m fee that could rise to £116m with add-ons, received 191 votes from German sports journalists. Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise finished second with 81 votes. The Germany…
11 August 2025
Manchester City ended their pre-season with a 3-0 victory against sister club Palermo in the first Anglo-Palermitan Trophy. Nearly 35,000 fans attended the match, which celebrated Palermo’s 125th anniversary. Pep Guardiola’s side dominated the contest, providing a strong test for Pippo Inzaghi’s team despite the gulf in quality. Palermo will begin their Coppa Italia campaign away to Cremonese…
11 August 2025
Viktor Gyokeres marked his first appearance for Arsenal with a goal in their 3-0 pre-season victory over Athletic Club. The 27-year-old celebrated with his trademark mask gesture after converting a cross from fellow summer signing Martin Zubimendi. The Sweden international will hope it is the first of many as Arsenal look to end a five-year trophy drought. Mikel Arteta’s side begin their 2025/26…
11 August 2025
Manchester City’s summer signing Tijjani Reijnders says he is prepared to take on any midfield role under Pep Guardiola following another injury setback for Rodri. The 27-year-old joined from AC Milan for a reported £46.6m to boost City’s midfield depth. Last season, City endured their worst campaign under Guardiola after Rodri suffered an ACL injury, and the Spaniard is now out again until at…
11 August 2025
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has called out UEFA for omitting details about the death of former Palestine international Suleiman al-Obeid in its tribute post. Obeid, nicknamed the “Palestinian Pele,” died on Wednesday after being shot by Israeli forces in the southern Gaza Strip while people were waiting for humanitarian aid, according to the Palestinian Football Association (PFA). He was 41.…
11 August 2025
Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says Cristiano Ronaldo was “never the problem” during their time together at Old Trafford. Ten Hag and Ronaldo, 40, were reported to have clashed before the forward left for Saudi club Al-Nassr. Ronaldo has since kept up his scoring form, netting a hat-trick in a 4-0 friendly win over Rio Ave. Speaking after Bayer Leverkusen’s 2-0 friendly defeat to…
11 August 2025
West Ham United have confirmed the signing of Danish international goalkeeper Mads Hermansen from Leicester City. The 25-year-old Hermansen joins the Hammers on a five-year contract with a one-year option. “I’m happy to join West Ham United”, said Hermansen, who will wear the No. 1 shirt. “I’ve felt that West Ham would be a good fit for me and my style of play for a long time. It feels natural to…
10 August 2025
Sunday’s MLS action sees Philadelphia Union host Toronto FC at Subaru Park in a matchup that heavily favors the home side. Read our preview for the Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC. With FC Cincinnati breathing down their necks in the standings, the Union will be eager to take full advantage against a struggling Reds team. Betting Preview for Philadelphia Union vs Toronto FC Betting On…
10 August 2025
Saturday night at Gillette Stadium sees two Eastern Conference teams face off as New England Revolution host DC United. Here’s our preview for the New England Revolution vs DC United match. Both teams have endured a rocky start to the 2025 season, and this fixture could be crucial in building some momentum. Betting Preview for NE Revolution vs DC United Betting On New England Revolution New…
10 August 2025
Sunday morning at Toyota Stadium sees two Western Conference sides with different trajectories face off as FC Dallas host Portland Timbers. Read our preview for the FC Dallas VS Portland Timbers match. MatchPlug has the best previews and tips for all MLS matches. Betting Preview for Dallas vs Portland Timbers Betting On FC Dallas Dallas are desperate to stop their slide down the table, while…
10 August 2025
Sunday morning sees a return to MLS action as Soldier Field hosts a clash between Chicago Fire and Los Angeles FC. Read our preview for the Chicago Fire vs LAFC match. Both teams will be eager to secure three points, but the build-up to this match could play a big role in the outcome. Matchplug’s has the best prediction, tips for all MLS matches. Betting Preview for Chicago Fire vs LAFC Betting…
10 August 2025
Sunday’s MLS action heads to Saputo Stadium where CF Montreal hosts Atlanta United. Read our preview for CF Montreal vs Atlanta United. Atlanta United sit 13th in the East and have been inconsistent all year. CF Montreal, however, have endured a nightmare season so far, losing narrowly 2-1 to Puebla in their last outing and struggling to find rhythm. Betting Preview for Montreal vs Atlanta United…