The Arsenal ‘Invincibles’ of 2003-04 will forever hold a special place in football folklore, with the likes of Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp and Patrick Vieira rewriting the Premier League history books. Arsene Wenger’s squad was loaded with talent at that time, and Highbury academy graduate John Halls - who has gone on to become a male model - has namechecked two iconic Gunners that would have been “super superstars” at any other club during an exclusive interview with GOAL.
The Moroccan tactician took charge of his 50th match with the club in their 2-0 Premier Soccer League win over Sekhukhune on Tuesday night. The win took them clear at the summit of the league but was more noteworthy for the record it brought for the coach just over a year after his appointment.
Federation president Malagò: “We will continue to work alongside UEFA and the other European federations to promote an idea of football based on merit, solidarity, sustainability and the central role of the fans.”
Buccaneers former midfielder Eugene Zwane has issued a stark warning to the tactician regarding the club's offensive output. Despite a strong start to the season, Zwane believes the lack of a clinical finisher could derail the Sea Robbers’ ambitious quest for both domestic dominance and continental silverware.
Bruno Fernandes will never be a Roy Keane, Paul Ince or Bryan Robson-esque leader, but legendary Manchester United captain Steve Bruce has explained to GOAL why the occasionally “petulant” Portuguese remains the best skipper option at Old Trafford. The Red Devils rely heavily on their "outstanding" and record-breaking playmaker to provide moments of inspiration.
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the £9.5m signing of Algeria left-back Jaouen Hadjam from Swiss side Young Boys on a five-year contract. The 23-year-old arrives to bolster Fabian Hurzeler's defensive ranks following a fine spell in Switzerland, offering additional tactical depth and competition on the left flank for the Seagulls this season.
Next week, the first notable FIFA tournament since Gianni Infantino's controversial FFE proposal will kick-off, with European teams set to be involved despite threats to the contrary
Villarreal have completed the signing of Canadian international Nathan Saliba from Anderlecht on a five-year contract. The 22-year-old midfielder arrives in a 15 million euro deal and is relishing the chance to play in the Champions League.
The Buccaneers tactician has spoken candidly about his strained relationship with outgoing midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi. The Soweto giants’ boss suggested that the player's lack of discipline and coachability ultimately cost him a place in the South Africa squad for the recent FIFA World Cup.
Manchester City have completed the signing of highly rated Moroccan international Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille on a five-year contract. The 18-year-old midfielder arrives at the Etihad Stadium as one of the most exciting young talents in world football.
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