Author: James Stylianou

The top four ranked teams are in the semi-finals of the greatest football tournament on earth, and every team is a past winner. This is a semi-final line-up that gets the mouth-watering excitement going, starting with France vs Spain. France are aiming to become the third team to make it to three consecutive World Cup finals, after Germany and Brazil. France has an attack that has destroyed all before them, but against Spain things may be different. Spain Defence Masters Spain have demonstrated a masterclass in defence in this World Cup. They have only faced seven shots on target and…

With England facing Argentina on Wednesday, one team will be going home, and it is expected Arsenal will make their move. Arsenal are interested in both Morgan Rogers and Julian Alvarez. The Premier League champions want to plan their team for next season and are closely monitoring these two standout players. Arsenal Being Patient But a Move is Expected Soon Arsenal have also been pushing for Bruno Guimaraes as soon as Brazil were eliminated from the competition. Now the attention turns to Alvarez and Rogers, two attacking players who would add something extra to Arsenal. It is expected a deal…

The World Cup has seen Michael Olise’s market value skyrocket due to his impressive performances on the pitch. This has caught the attention of Real Madrid, who would like him to join up with national teammate Mbappe at Madrid. Olise joined Bayern Munich for £47 million from Crystal Palace in 2024 and has been vital in France’s run to the World Cup semi-final. One of the Biggest Deals in World Football Even though Olise is interested in the move to Real Madrid, the move remains complex. After big performances during the World Cup, Olise’s market value is now around £170…

Johan Manzambi has caught the attention of many people this World Cup, and Unai Emery is one of them. Both Villa and Newcastle were tracking him before the tournament, but it seemed Newcastle were ahead of Villa after agreeing terms with Freiburg last week for £51 million. But now reports suggest Villa have swooped in to strike a deal with Manzambi’s team and Freiburg. Villa Can Offer Champions League Football to Manzambi The player caught the attention of Villa when Freiburg were playing in the Europa League; Villa knocked them out, but Manzambi left a lasting impression on everyone at…

As the semi-final showdown between France and Spain draws closer, one player will be more excited than most. Kylian Mbappe will be licking his lips with excitement, as this is not only the chance to avenge the defeat at the same stage of the European Championships in 2024 against Spain, but it is a chance to make his Spanish critics eat their words. Mbappe’s Relationship With The Spanish Media Has Been Strained Since his free transfer from PSG in 2024, Real Madrid have not won a piece of silverware. Even though his goal-scoring record is impressive with 86 goals in…

Arsenal would like a deal done for Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid in the summer transfer window. Mikel Arteta is keen on bringing in the 26-year-old before pre-season begins for the current Premier League champions. Reports suggest that Alvarez would prefer a move to either Real Madrid or Barcelona. Barcelona Rivals for Alvarez’s Signature The valuation from Atletico Madrid is around £100 million, but Arsenal are looking at £90 million. Alvarez scored in the quarter-final match against Switzerland, helping Argentina through to face England in the semi-final on Wednesday. Alvarez seems open to a move to North London, but his…

On June 2nd, Man Utd agreed to pay £35 million for Brazil international Ederson. Because Ederson was taken to the World Cup with Brazil, Man Utd had to wait until Brazil were eliminated from the tournament to complete a medical on the player. Medical reports have suggested there is an issue with the player. Both clubs have denied this is the case. Man Utd’s Summer Transfer Gets Even More Difficult After losing out on Elliot Anderson to Man City and Mateus Fernandes to Tottenham, Man Utd have had a challenging transfer window so far. If reports are correct and Ederson…

It seems Jude Bellingham is on a mission to lift the World Cup, as he showed again he can change the game whenever he wants. Diego Maradona did it in 1986, Brazilian Ronaldo did it in 2002, Lionel Messi dragged Argentina to gold in 2022, and now Bellingham is trying to do the same for England. Bellingham Different Class  Jude Bellingham had five shots on goal, the most of any England player, and won the most duels and fouls. He is all over the pitch giving everything for the England badge, and at only 23 years of age he is…

Julian Alvarez scored a fantastic goal and booked Argentina’s place in the semi-finals after a controversial game in Kansas City. Switzerland had defended well, but when striker Breel Embolo was given a second yellow card for simulation, Switzerland went down to 10 men and Argentina took over. Argentina’s Hope of Back-to-Back World Cup Still Alive Even though Argentina were favourites to win this match, they did not play well. In fact, for long periods Switzerland were the better side. Alexis MacAllister scored from a Messi corner in the 10th minute. Switzerland got back on level terms in the 67th minute…

It seems the days are numbered for Alejandro Garnacho at Chelsea as Xabi Alonso looks to sell deadwood at the club. Chelsea signed Garnacho for £40 million from Manchester United, and things did not go to plan. Garnacho was used as a substitute for the majority of last season and failed to deliver since arriving at the West London side.  Alonso Wants a Strong Culture at Chelsea and Garnacho Not in His Plans The 22-year-old Argentina international was not at Chelsea training at Cobham on Thursday. Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro and others returned for fitness tests ahead of the 2026-2027…