During a tournament in which we ve been served up several mind-numbing ties, Netherlands versus Turkey delivered everything we could’ve asked for and more.
Turkey poured almost everything into their performance, but Netherlands quality and in-game management ultimately prevailed.
During an era of football that s been defined by Pep Guardiola, most football matches these days can be likened to a chess match, with the ever-increasing tactical demands and structures of play.
However, almost none of that was on display this evening and it was brilliant. This was a full-blooded, old-school throwback that had a sprinkling of just about everything.
While the Netherlands will advance to face England in the semi-finals, it s fair to say that Turkey have won the…
Chelsea are set to make a move for Manchester City star Oscar Bobb as they look to prey on doubts similar to those held by Cole Palmer at the Etihad.
and was named the Young Player of the Season in the Premier League having managed 22 goals and 11 assists in his debut campaign.
That form earned him an England call-up and Palmer s stock rose further during the tournament in Germany, as he provided the crucial assist for Ollie Watkins in the semi final before he again came off the bench to score in the final for the Three Lions.
And Chelsea reportedly believe they could tempt Bobb, as they did Palmer, with the guarantee of more game time at Stamford Bridge and recruitment chief Joe Shields – who used to work as a scout at City – holds the Norway international…
Newcastle United will need to pay at least £50million to spring Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace amid intense interest in the Euro 2024 star.
The England international, who made an impression at the 2024 Euros, has been contacted by the Magpies over a deal as have his club.
Palace has informed the titans of the northeast that they are seeking an upfront payment of £50m for the central defender, with the possibility of add-ons.
Those add-ons could see that asking price balloon well over the £70m mark.
Although are hesitant to meet the 24-year-old s initial asking price, they are nevertheless eager to complete a deal.
The Tynesiders are trying to arrange a deal in order to get Guehi to sign it before the window closes.
Newcastle s effo…
Arsenal could yet pounce for Chelsea target Victor Osimhen, as Mikel Arteta has asked to be kept informed about his situation as the transfer window enters the final stages.
Osimhen has seemed a possible mover for much of the summer window. After 41 Serie A goals in two seasons, and Napoli setting his price tag at £100million, he s an elite striker who should be reachable for some big clubs.
Chelsea have made attempts to get him through the door this summer, but they have borne no fruit as yet. Of late, it has been suggested they are , with Cesare Casadei and Romelu Lukaku heading to Napoli, along with another £39million, in a large swap deal.
Whether or not that does secure the Osimhen transfer remains to be seen, and if not, Arsenal could sneak back up on th…
Nottingham Forest are still in the market for a new forward this summer, but they have had their opening bid rejected for a Brentford star.
Last season, Forest only scored 49 league goals which was three less than Luton Town managed who were ultimately relegated.
With that in mind, it s no surprise that Nuno Espirito Santo s side are keen to improve their forward options before the transfer window ends.
Arsenal forward Eddie Nketiah was their primary target, after an agreement couldn’t be made between the two Premier League clubs.
Nketiah himself is still expected to be on the move this summer with fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace currently leading the race to land his signature.
From Nottingham Forest s perspective, they have now …
Man Utd legend Peter Schmeichel was frustrated that Erik ten Hag failed to give Ethan Wheatley a run out against Liverpool on Sunday.
The Red Devils were second best for the majority of with a brace from Luis Diaz and another goal from Mohamed Salah securing the three points for Arne Slot s side.
did have a couple of good chances to get back into the match but new signing Joshua Zirkzee missed both from close range.
And Schmeichel can t believe that Wheatley who made his first-team debut in a 4-2 win over Sheffield United in April was not given a shot to change the game against Liverpool.
Wheatley is one of Man Utd s greatest prospects and has scored loads for the youth team and Schmeichel thinks the Liverpool match was the perfect opportunity to thro…
Real Madrid are aiming to sign Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold in the next summer transfer window, according to reports.
The Reds are fighting a battle to keep Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah at Anfield after all three players entered the final 12 months of their contracts.
All three will have given their futures some serious thought after the uncertainty created by Jurgen Klopp s departure at the end of last season.
Alexander-Arnold caused a bit of stir in their 2-0 win over Brentford in Arne Slot s first competitive match in charge at Anfield, with the England international clearly disappointed to be subsituted for Conor Bradley on 72 minutes.
Slot also took the right-back off against Man Utd in their and Reds legend Gra…
A pundit claims he s hearing Liverpool star Mohamed Salah is definitely going to leave the Premier League giants next year when his contract expires.
is in the final year of his contract as his current deal expires at the end of this season. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk are in the same boat so their futures are also in doubt.
The Egypt international has made a great start to the season as he s grabbed four goals and four assists in his seven appearances for across all competitions.
After Liverpool s 3-0 win against Manchester United last month, Salah intimated that he is yet to begin talks with club chiefs over a contract extension.
, but it remains to be seen whether he will pen a contract extension.
In recent windows, Salah has be…
A bill had a more successful March than the University of Vermont Catamounts.
Rep. Matthew Birong s (D-3) online sports betting bill, , was approved by the House of Representatives last week by a voice vote on the chamber floor, a rarity for the usually contentious bills, and will next head to the Senate.
The bill was introduced in January about two months after a study committee in the 2023 legislative session.
Sports Betting Now In Senate s Hands
The House approval of Birong s bill is the first time a Vermont legislative chamber has approved a sports betting bill. The Senate will now consider H.127, which seeks to only legalize online sports betting in the Green Mountain State.
During the bill s brief discussion on the House floor only one represen…
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