South Africa’s Benni McCarthy joins Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff, to coach Man United’s strikers
Manchester United have strengthened Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff by bringing in former South Africa striker Benni McCarthy as a first-team coach. McCarthy has been in talks with United about taking up a role at Old Trafford all week – and his appointment has now been confirmed by the club....
Arsenal name Odegaard captain as manager resets Gunners’ leadership a week to new season
Arsenal have named Martin Odegaard as their new club captain as Mikel Arteta overhauls the Gunners’ leadership group for the 2022-23 Premier League season. Odegaard took on the responsibility for much of last season after Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s acrimonious departure and is now the full-time skipper just weeks after a public...
Despite losing key players to rivals, cocky Man City boss Pep Guardiola is sure of top placing
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he is saddened by the departure of Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Raheem Sterling but that the revenue generated by their transfers had contributed to the club’s sustainability. The Premier League champions sold Jesus and Zinchenko to Arsenal for reported fees of £45 million...
Why China is a major talking point as Kenya holds elections on August 9 and President Kenyatta retires
As campaigning gears up for Kenya’s August 9 presidential elections, the two main candidates are both focused on one key talking point – the economy – and this inevitably means the country’s controversial relationship with China is coming under the spotlight. Deputy President William Ruto, a former chicken-seller who styles...
Brutish French league champions PSG under fire for abuse of players branded ‘undesirables’
Brutish French league champions PSG come under fire for mistreatment of players deemed ‘surplus’ Ligue champions, Paris Saint-German has come under searing criticism for the brutal manner in which they are treating some 11 unwanted players. PSG’s treatment of the 11 players has been described as “uncompromising and harsh” and...
Liverpool boss Klopp biting lips over how to contain Man City’s sleek ballers in Community Shield
Former Manchester City forward Trevor Sinclair believes that Liverpool need to kickstart their season with a victory in the Community Shield to prevent pressure mounting on Jurgen Klopp. The Reds take on City on Saturday at the King Power Stadium. Liverpool have endured a mixed pre-season, winning two of their...
Arsenal said to be ‘hoarding’ lethal ammo as Gunners’ deal with Leicester’s Tielamans is revealed
Arsenal have an agreement in place to sign Youri Tielemans, which would take their summer spending close to £150 million, according to reports. The Gunners have already splashed the cash this summer, beginning with the relatively small-fry signing of Marquinhos for £3 million. The Brazilian was followed to North London...
‘Sunday King Plays’, Ronaldo says in cryptic Instagram hint on his imminent return to Man United
Cristiano Ronaldo is ready to pull on a Manchester United shirt for the first time in two-and-a-half months as the Red Devils host Spanish side Rayo Vallecano in a friendly on Sunday. The Portugal captain, 37, has announced he will return to action for his club this Sunday despite the...
Legendary Man United manager Alex Ferguson back at Theatre of Dreams as executive director
Manchester United chief executive Richard Arnold has reportedly handed Sir Alex Ferguson a new role at the club. News of a change for the Scot comes days after he briefly met Cristiano Ronaldo at the club’s Carrington training ground on Tuesday. Ferguson has been a non-executive director at United since...
Man United offer $61 million for Brazilian winger, but figure falls short of $81 million Ajax want
Manchester United have made a fresh offer for Ajax winger Antony as the club attempt to close a deal for the Brazilian, latest reports say. The Red Devils were accused early on in the transfer window of dragging their heels in the market – but they’ve gradually been doing some...
