June 12th, 2024
Sports News
By Adejide
INEOS stick with Ten Hang after last season’s review
Manchester United is ready to stick with Eric Ten Hang after end of the season review.
Ten Hang have been under intense pressure following Manchester United disappointing season which saw them missing out from top four finish.
There was speculation of coaches like Mauricio Pochettino, Kieran McKenna, Gareth Southgate and Thomas Tuchel taking over managerial position at United last week had it been the club parted ways with Ten Hang.
However, the review are said to be in favour of the Dutch man to continue as the head coach. Ten Hang has been in charge of 86 matches at United, winning 53, drawing nine, and losing 25th.
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Germany eye success on home soil
Germany will kick off the opening match of 2024 European Football Championship on June 14th against Scotland.
Germany national team and coaches stand together in a circle during public training in preparation for the world cup
The German machines are one of the favourites to lift the trophy with the record of their football success and the calibre of players they assembled as a team.
The appointment of Julian Nagelsman has brought stability to the side with the 37-year-old making tough decisions that have changed the course of the team. Joshua Kimmich was moved to the right back, Manuel Neuer is guaranteed regular shirt and Leon Goretzka omitted from the team as well as Mats Hummels. Most importantly, he was able to bring back Toni Kroos from retirement to add more experience to the team. Young players like Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz are brought in to complement the available experienced players. With the massive support of the home fans, Europe could see Germany regain top position on world football ranking at the Euro.
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Latest football transfer in the world
The summer is already bubbling with various speculations transfers of players attracting global interests.
Here are latest football rumours and transfers happening around the globe;
Manchester United shortlist Ivan Toney, Jonathan David and Joshua Zirkzee as their pursuit of a new striker begins, Juventus is chasing Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz in exchange with Samuel Iling Junior and Weston McKennie. Benjamin Šeško is set to remain at RB Leipzig despite interest from several big clubs in Europe. Wojciech Tomasz Szczęsny has agreed to two years with Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr. Bayern Munich is ready to listen to offers for Joshua Kimmich (27) this summer.
Other transfer gossips include; Manchester United looks set to sell Jadon Sancho. Real Madrid are eyeing Bayern Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz next summer. Napoli is working on bringing Romelu Lukaku back to Italy after his loan spell with Roma. Tosin Adarabioyo moved to Chelsea on a free transfer.
Tosin Adarabioyo moved to Chelsea on a free transfer
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Andy Murray may not participate in the Olympics at Paris
Britain’s Andy Murray may not be available to challenge for his third Olympic games next month if he’s not selected to play in the doubles tournament.
Olympic tennis gold medalist, Andy Murray may not participate in the games at Paris
Two places are reserved for the previous winner of grand slam and Olympic Games to compete in the singles which Murray is eligible to grab. But, Britain has another plan of sending Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski to compete at the games instead.
“I’m not 100% sure what the situation is there with the doubles yet and whether or not I’ll play if I just get in the singles. I don’t know, “said Murray.
The Olympic tennis tournament will take place at Roland Garros from July 27th-August 4th.
Roland Garros
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USA to focus on positives against Brazil in pre-Copa friendly
The United States will remain focused on the positive information derivable from the friendly against Brazil on Wednesday, head coach Gregg Berhalter said.
Despite 5-1 loss to Colombia in a warm up game during the weekend, the coach is not bothered with the previous defeat but remain concentrated on the performance than the result when United States face Brazil.
“We want to gain information on both Brazil and our own players, so we have to be brave and we have to continue with our plan” Berhalter told reporters.
United States have lost to Brazil 11 times for the last 26 years as both teams meet on Wednesday.
Pressure continues to mount on Gregg Berhalter ahead of Brazil friendly
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