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Palmeiras vs Chelsea Preview Draw after 90 minutes Both teams to score The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals deliver a tantalising repeat of the 2021 final as Brazilian giants Palmeiras lock horns with English powerhouse Chelsea in Philadelphia. With both sides harbouring serious ambitions of lifting the trophy, and a little history between them to ignite the contest, this showdown promises to be a heavyweight clash in every sense. Match News and Current Form Palmeiras return to the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup hoping to go one better than they did in 2021, when they were narrowly beaten by…

RIP Diogo Jota: The Natural Goalscorer Who Conquered the Premier League Mountain Just weeks after celebrating his wedding to long-time partner Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children, tragedy struck. Diogo Jota died in a car accident in Spain, aged only 28. His brother, Andre Silva, also a footballer, was killed in the crash. Liverpool FC and the wider footballing world were plunged into mourning following the devastating news. Fans, teammates, and managers alike paid tribute to a player who had left a significant mark both on and off the pitch. The prolific Portuguese forward was a natural finisher…

EPL Transfer News: Eze, Gyökeres, Sunderland and More Arsenal Lead Race for Crystal Palace Star Eberechi Eze Eberechi Eze is reportedly eager to complete a summer switch to Arsenal, with Tottenham Hotspur appearing to cool their interest in the Crystal Palace midfielder. Although Spurs have long admired the 27-year-old and were tipped to pursue him after clinching a spot in the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League, reports from The Athletic’s David Ornstein confirm that Tottenham have yet to make a move this window. Arsenal are now considered frontrunners and are giving ‘serious consideration’ to signing Eze. Any potential deal for the playmaker…

EPL Transfer News: Elliott, Rashford, Arsenal and Much More The 2025 summer transfer window is in full swing, and rumours are intensifying across Europe’s top clubs. From Liverpool and Manchester United to Arsenal and Manchester City, several high-profile players could be on the move. Here’s the latest on key transfer sagas involving Harvey Elliott, Marcus Rashford, Fabián Ruiz and others. Harvey Elliott on the Move? Liverpool Star Sparks Transfer Speculation Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott has emerged as a headline name in this summer’s transfer market. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder featured sporadically under Arne Slot last season and has now opened the door…

EPL Free Transfers: The Top 20 Targets of the Summer From today, several high-profile footballers will be out of contract, as most professional deals conclude on 30 June. This opens the door for interested clubs—especially in the Premier League—to snap them up without paying a transfer fee. This ability stems from the landmark “Bosman ruling” of 1995, named after Belgian midfielder Jean Marc-Bosman. He successfully challenged RFC Liege’s attempt to demand a fee before permitting his move, despite his contract expiring. The outcome reshaped global football transfers. Since then, notable free transfers include Sol Campbell’s controversial move from Tottenham Hotspur…

Manchester City vs Al Hilal Preview City to win Over 2.5 goals Manchester City and Al Hilal will lock horns in Orlando with a spot in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on the line. After contrasting journeys through the group stage, this winner-takes-all clash promises to be a compelling contest between a team renowned for attacking brilliance and another that prides itself on defensive solidity. Match News and Current Form Manchester City breezed through Group G, scoring more goals than any other side (13) while winning all three of their matches. Pep Guardiola’s men were relentless from…

EPL Transfer News: Chelsea, Guehi, Leeds and More The summer transfer window continues to bustle with high-profile moves and intense speculation across the Premier League’s clubs. Sides such as Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal are all in the mix, battling for emerging stars and seasoned veterans. From multimillion-pound deals to eyebrow-raising wages, here is a comprehensive breakdown of the latest developments in the transfer market. Chelsea Secure João Pedro in £50 Million Deal Chelsea have reportedly agreed a deal with Brighton and Hove Albion for striker João Pedro, valued at over £50 million, with a contract set to run until…

EPL Transfer News: Branthwaite’s New Contract, Guehi to Liverpool and Much More Branthwaite to Sign New Long-Term Everton Deal Amid United and Chelsea Interest Hopes of Manchester United or Chelsea securing a move for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite have effectively been dashed. The highly rated England international is on the verge of signing a fresh contract with the Toffees, putting speculation about a potential summer transfer to bed. United made several attempts to land Branthwaite last summer, with their highest offer reaching £50 million, only to be rejected. Despite continued links to the Red Devils, as well as reported interest…

FIFA CWC Awards for the Group Stage With the group stages of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup now concluded, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the standout performers, moments, and surprises of the tournament so far. Here’s our round-up of the best of the group phase. Best Player – Michael Olise (Bayern Munich) Michael Olise has undoubtedly been one of the brightest stars of the tournament so far. Although some may question the quality of Bayern Munich’s opponents in the group stage, Olise’s performance levels have been nothing short of exceptional. His elegant dribbling, creativity, and overall flair have…

Benfica vs Chelsea Preview Chelsea to win Under 2.5 goals The knockout rounds of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup begin with a compelling European clash as Portuguese heavyweights Benfica take on Chelsea in the Round of 16. Both sides secured their place in the knockouts with wins on matchday three of the group stage and now stand just three victories away from global club football glory. Match News and Current Form Benfica come into this encounter with renewed confidence after seeing off German champions Bayern Munich 1-0 to top Group C, a result which served as both a statement victory and…