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Mario Balotelli names Roma as surprise Serie A title contender Mario Balotelli identifies Inter as the team to beat in Serie A next season, though the striker has named Roma as his unexpected pick to disrupt the title race.According to Sport Mediaset, via TuttoMercatoWeb, Balotelli, who is currently playing for Al-Ittifaq in Dubai, predicts that reigning champions Inter will remain at the top of the table while highlighting an outsider.When asked if Napoli, Milan, and Juventus are genuine contenders, he replied: “Yes, but I want to add a surprise: Roma.” Regarding the current champions, he was clear: “Inter remain the…

Barcelona shifts focus to defensive reinforcements FC Barcelona is shifting its focus toward strengthening its defensive line following a period of heavy investment in the attack. According to journalist Achraf Ben Ayad, the La Liga champions remain alert to the possibility of bolstering their backline before the new season begins.Heavy attacking investmentsEarlier today, reports confirmed that Barcelona successfully finalized an agreement to sign highly-rated Belgian winger Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge.The imminent official confirmation of Bisiwu highlights Barcelona’s commitment to recruiting elite young talent, continuing a trend of major spending in the final third. The club previously completed a €70…

Chelsea Open Talks for Bologna Winger Jonathan Rowe Chelsea have opened talks with the representatives of Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe as they look to add attacking width this summer. According to via TuttoMercatoWeb, the Blues have again placed the England Under-21 international on their shortlist in recent weeks, with fresh contact between the London club and Rowe’s camp said to have taken place in the past few days. No formal bid has yet been made, and the Englishman is one of several wingers under consideration, alongside West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville and Francisco Trincão. Chelsea eye Bologna’s Rowe for left flank…

Liverpool Kick Off Andoni Iraola Era with Nashville Pre-Season OpenerLiverpool have confirmed the venue details for the first match of Andoni Iraola’s tenure, selecting a setting that is modern, loud, and built for spectacle. On Saturday, July 25, Liverpool begin their summer schedule against Sunderland at GEODIS Park in Nashville, Tennessee. Kick-off is set for 11pm BST, or 5pm local time.This match marks the start of a new cycle. Iraola recently took charge following Liverpool’s difficult 2025-26 season, which led to the departure of Arne Slot. As a result, this pre-season carries more weight than usual. With a new coach,…

Manchester City Offers £10 Tickets to Local Supporters for 2026-27 Season Man City will provide 100 -500 tickets for every home game in the 2026-27 Premier League termTickets will be priced at £10 for adults, £7.50 for concessions and £5 for children under fiveNew initiative introduced after protests against season ticket freezes were upheld last seasonManchester City is rewarding local supporters with £10 tickets for every home game of the 2026-27 Premier League season.The club, which begins a new era under Enzo Maresca following the departure of Pep Guardiola, developed this initiative in collaboration with City Matters, a fan advisory…

Egypt Honors Hamza Abdelkarim Following World Cup Breakthrough Hamza Abdelkarim emerged as one of the youngest talents at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, earning a spot on the Egyptian national team roster despite having limited experience at the highest level of professional football.As a youth player for Barcelona, Hamza made four appearances during the tournament, though he did not start in any of those matches. He contributed to an Egyptian squad that achieved a surprising run to the Round of 16.Egypt’s subsequent elimination at the hands of Argentina remains a point of major contention, as the nation maintains that officials…

Pubs in England and Wales to Stay Open Late for England vs Norway Match England football fans can now stay in pubs longer this Saturday for the match against Norway, the government has confirmed.Extended licensing hours mean pubs in England and Wales can remain open until 30 minutes past the final whistle, even if the game faces delays due to extreme heat.The fixture, which sees England face Norway at 10pm BST on Saturday from Miami, Florida’s Hard Rock Stadium, had previously seen ministers extend opening times until 2am, with this latest move utilising flexible laws for further allowance.Policing minister Sarah…

Arsenal Consider Manu Kone as Midfield Transfer AlternativeArsenal’s search for a new midfielder is settling into a familiar pattern this transfer window, with one primary target at the top of their list and a realistic backup option now emerging. While Bruno Guimaraes remains the main focus, the rising speculation regarding a potential Manu Kone transfer appears significant, especially with interest from various elite clubs.According to TeamTalk, Arsenal are among the clubs that have engaged in discussions with intermediaries regarding a possible move for the Roma midfielder. This level of activity suggests more than just interest; it indicates that the club…

Wolves Reject Fiorentina Bid for Tolu Arokodare Fiorentina have been knocked back in their attempt to sign Tolu Arokodare, with Wolves rejecting an approach for the forward.According to Fabrizio Romano, via FirenzeViola, the Viola tabled a proposal for the striker, only for the Premier League club to turn it down.The move is part of Fiorentina’s search for a wide attacker to hand straight to Fabio Grosso, with the club looking at options while they wait on Luca Koleosho.Arokodare, though, looks a difficult target on more than one front.Arokodare reluctance a stumbling block for FiorentinaWolves’ rejection is not the only obstacle.Trabzonspor…

Cruzeiro Shifts Strategy as Goalkeeper Matheus Cunha Becomes Expendable Matheus Cunha’s tenure at Cruzeiro has shifted significantly over the past six months. The goalkeeper, who signed a pre-contract in 2025 to eventually succeed the 39-year-old Cássio, failed to secure his position. According to reports from ge, he is no longer part of coach Artur Jorge’s plans for the team. To address the gap in the roster, the club’s board has recalled Léo Aragão. Aragão, who previously spent time on loan as a starter for Avaí in Série B, now moves ahead of Cunha in the club’s goalkeeping hierarchy. The loss…