Beijing, China – Li Tie, the former head coach of China’s national men’s football team and a prominent figure in Chinese sports, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for bribery, according to state media reports. His case has become a focal point of President Xi Jinping’s intensified anti-corruption campaign, which has targeted various sectors including sports, banking, and the military. Li, 47, was convicted of fixing matches, accepting…

Manchester City have posted a record-breaking revenue of £715m for the year ending 30 June 2024, marking the highest in Premier League history. The figure surpasses their previous best of £712.8m despite a year that fell short of their historic 2023 Treble triumph. The club celebrated a fourth consecutive league title and victories in the Club World Cup and European Super Cup. City reported a pre-tax profit of £73.8m, with…

Ibrox witnessed a night of ferocious intensity as Rangers battled to a 1-1 draw against a lackluster Tottenham Hotspur. Cyriel Dessers nearly stole victory late on, but Fraser Forster, Spurs’ savior, delivered a crucial stop to deny the hosts. Tottenham arrived seemingly unprepared for the hostile environment. Manager Ange Postecoglou, aware of Ibrox’s challenges from his Celtic days, watched his team wilt under relentless Rangers pressure. Nicolas Raskin set the…

On a night when Manchester United secured a hard-fought Europa League victory against Viktoria Plzen, all eyes were on Andre Onana. The Cameroonian goalkeeper’s error in the first half, leading to Matej Vydra’s opener, added fuel to an ongoing debate: Is Onana a liability or an integral piece of Ruben Amorim’s tactical puzzle? A String of Errors Onana’s attempt to pass out to Matthijs de Ligt was intercepted by Pavel…

Though Manchester United Manager, Ruben Amorim admits Dan Ashworth’s exit is “not the best situation” but he believes the exit of Manchester United’s sporting director “doesn’t change” anything. Sunday morning brought the stunning announcement that the 53-year-old sporting director was leaving Old Trafford just 159 days after arriving from Newcastle. Manchester United spent several months negotiating Ashworth’s appointment, with Ashworth – who also worked for the FA and Brighton -…

The Football Association (FA) is set to support Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, alongside backing the multi-nation hosting of the 2030 tournament. The FA’s stance is expected to be confirmed during Wednesday’s online FIFA Congress, where both bids will likely be ratified. Saudi Arabia is the sole contender for the 2034 World Cup, while the 2030 edition is poised to be awarded to unopposed co-hosts…

At 43 years old, Fernando Alonso refuses to let age dim his ambition for a third Formula 1 World Championship. The Spanish driver, who clinched his two titles with Renault in 2005 and 2006, remains steadfast in his belief that he can achieve the ultimate glory again. With an eye on the sweeping regulation changes set for the 2026 season, Alonso’s dream is far from over. Alonso’s hopes have been…

Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty in connection with the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins. Hoskins, 31, was struck by a vehicle driven by Dennis outside their Adelaide home on 30 December 2023, and later died in hospital. Dennis, who was initially charged with dangerous driving causing death and driving without due care, admitted to a lesser charge of aggravated dangerous driving, creating the…

Uefa has played down concerns over potential scheduling conflicts between the 2025 Women’s European Championship and the expanded FIFA Men’s Club World Cup. The men’s tournament, taking place from 15 June to 13 July 2025 in the United States, will feature 32 teams, including Chelsea and Manchester City. Meanwhile, Euro 2025 is set to run from 2 to 27 July in Switzerland, meaning that some matches could overlap. Despite this,…

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has expressed concerns about the demanding schedule his team faces, with a grueling 16-hour round trip to Kazakhstan followed by a Premier League match just days later. The Blues will travel to Almaty for their UEFA Conference League clash with Astana on Thursday. Due to ongoing stadium renovations in Kazakhstan’s capital, the team must make the 3,700-mile journey, which includes an eight-hour flight each way. The…

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has announced that he will not manage another club after his time with the Premier League champions comes to an end. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday ahead of their Champions League clash against Juventus, Guardiola confirmed his decision, emphasizing his commitment to City. The Spaniard, who joined Manchester City in 2016, extended his tenure with a new two-year contract in November. Having previously managed Barcelona…

Four Manchester City stars feature in the 2024 Fifpro Men’s World XI, highlighting their dominance during another stellar season. The team includes Ederson, Kevin De Bruyne, Erling Haaland, and Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, all of whom were instrumental in City’s fourth consecutive Premier League triumph. Joining them is Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk, the sole representative outside Real Madrid and City. Real’s players include Jude Bellingham, who topped the overall voting,…