⚡ Berita Bola
Headline terbaru dari liga dunia
The Guardian FootballSaudi Pro League tries to move on from era of ageing megastar but big names still loom | John Duerden
As Ronaldo heads towards 1,000 career goals, the league plans to lift the standard of Saudi Arabian football, not just the clubs There is no Mohamed Salah in the new Saudi Pro League season that kicks off on Thursday and while the era of the ageing megastar is ending, there is still the strong chance the next few months will be dominated by Cristiano Ronaldo. The 41-year-old is 24 shy of 1,000 career goals and, with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner having scored 102 in 107 league games for Al-Nassr, the milestone could – should – be reached this season. Huge as that will be, just how it fits into the plans of the league is unclear. This is the fourth season since the spending started with $957m splashed out in the summer of 2023. It produced thousands of articles, dozens of international broadcasting deals and untold numbers of people worldwide sporting the yellow CR7 Al-Nassr shirt. Now, though, the focus is on getting a little more value for money and lifting not just the clubs, but the standard of Saudi Arabian football in general. Continue reading...
BBC SportThe late-bloomer left-back joining Chelsea for £16m
Pep Chavarria joins Chelsea on a five-year deal, having played in the Spanish lower leagues until he was 24.
BBC SportWhy 'wanted' Stanway wasted no time in getting Arsenal tattoo
England midfielder Georgia Stanway explains her latest tattoo and how Arsenal made her "feel wanted" before her move from Bayern Munich.
BBC SportCan PSG do a three-peat and win six trophies this season?
Paris St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy.
BBC SportCoventry eye Mudryk on loan - Wednesday's gossip
Coventry City interested in signing Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan, Barcelona still chasing Manchester City midfielder Rodri and Manchester United make a move for Real Madrid striker Endrick.
Football ItaliaDone Deal: Ruggeri agrees personal terms with Aston Villa at total €26.5m transfer
Italy international Matteo Ruggeri has agreed personal terms with Aston Villa, ready to fly out...
ESPNBarça's Bardghji tears ACL, pausing transfer plans
Barcelona forward Roony Bardghji has torn his ACL, the Spanish champions confirmed Tuesday, scuppering plans for him to be transferred this summer.
ESPNMartínez joins Rashford, Utd teammates at training
Lisandro Martínez has joined up with Manchester United's preseason training camp in the Republic of Ireland as the last of the players afforded an extended break following the World Cup.
The Guardian Football‘I am quite optimistic’: Newcastle’s Jaissle on leading club after turbulent summer
The former Al-Ahli head coach, chosen by the Saudi owners to replace Eddie Howe, admits ‘vacuum’ after sale of three key players Matthias Jaissle has been described as “fire” and a “rockstar”, but his formal “unveiling” as Newcastle’s manager revealed a rather more considered and conservative character than advertised. At the precise moment the clock struck 3pm on Tuesday the 38‑year‑old German walked into a packed media suite at St James’ Park. Before taking his seat on the stage Jaissle, wearing a smartly understated open-necked suit complete with a silk pocket square, took a deep breath and jumped down into audience, making a point of shaking everyone’s hand. It was a courteous and classy gesture. Continue reading...
BBC SportJaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different
BBC SportWomen's football shouldn't be penalised by Uefa boycott - Nandy
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says women's footballers should not be "penalised" by a potential boycott of next month's Under-20 Women's World Cup.
Bundesliga.com OfficialBayer Leverkusen strengthen defence with Marseille’s Facundo Medina
Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed the signing of Argentina international defender Facundo Medina from Marseille on a five-year contract through to 30 June 2031.
ESPNSources: Barça reject $46M PSG offer for Torres
Barcelona have rejected a first offer of around €40 million ($46m) from Paris Saint-Germain for Ferran Torres, a source confirmed to ESPN.
ESPNTransfer rumors, news: Man United eye Leipzig left back Raum
Arsenal are reportedly looking at a possible move for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé. Transfer Talk has the latest.
BBC SportAre Man Utd judged differently to other WSL sides?
Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world, but is the women's team really judged differently as a result?
BBC SportChelsea face Sociedad in Champions League qualifying
Chelsea will face Spanish side Real Sociedad in the Women's Champions League third qualifying round, with the first leg of the tie on 26 August.
The Guardian FootballChelsea face Real Sociedad in WCL third qualifying round with riches at stake
WSL team will be favourites against Spanish side Financial implications of missing out are significant Chelsea will face Real Sociedad in the Women’s Champions League third qualifying round, needing a win over two legs to secure a place in the main league phase of the competition. The 2021 runners-up and six-time European semi-finalists are taking part in the qualifying stage by virtue of their disappointing third-placed finish in the Women’s Super League last season – their lowest league finish since 2019 – and they will be the favourites against the Spanish side. Continue reading...
ESPNWhy have Liverpool signed Barcelona captain Ronald Araújo, and what will he bring?
Liverpool have signed versatile Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo on loan, with a €55 million option. But is it a good deal for them? And why have they done it?