Author: Soccerhuz
The 25-year-old has failed to live up to the expectations at Old Trafford following his €95 million switch from Ajax in 2022. He has managed to make just 17 goal contributions in two-and-a-half seasons in England as he struggled for consistency under former manager Erik ten Hag. But things have changed drastically since he moved to Spain to sign for Real Betis on loan in the January transfer window. The winger has rediscovered his form, scoring six goals and providing four assists in just 19 games for the La Liga side. It is said that the pressure of the price…
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett has revealed why he believes Bournemouth’s second goal against Arsenal was right to stand. Evanilson completed the second-half turnaround at Emirates Stadium in controversial fashion after a Dean Huijsen header cancelled out Declan Rice’s opener. Mikel Arteta’s side had the chance to all but confirm Champions League football for next season with a victory but the defeat has seen them start looking over their shoulders with Manchester City just three points behind and Newcastle United having the chance to move two away from their tally of 67. The gap could quite easily have instead…
In one of the season’s most intriguing twists, a high-profile trade rattled long-held assumptions as a celebrated guard stepped into a new role with the Lakers. Hopes of an electrifying debut gave way to a season that concluded more with a sigh than a celebration. Luka Doncic, a figure revered among five-time All-NBA peers, entered his inaugural season in Los Angeles carrying the weight of anticipation. Known for his multifaceted game and sharp competitive instinct, his debut with the team has sparked conversations about unrealized potential. Expectations were sky-high, yet his performance indicated a season marked by underwhelming displays—leaving fans…
The Los Angeles Lakers ended up falling at the first hurdle in the 2025 playoffs, losing in five games to the Minnesota Timberwolves. One of the biggest issues for the Lakers in that series was not having a starting-caliber big man, and they plan to get one this offseason. Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey has listed some realistic targets for the team, and one of them is former No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton. The 26-year-old center has averaged a double-double (16.4 points and 10.5 rebounds) for his career. And he’s never played with a creator quite like Luka (post-prime Chris Paul…
Legacy begins where time thinks it ends. Every year, when LeBron James returns to the court, he’s a year older in age and tenure in the NBA. His gray hair and extra wrinkles on his face say that maybe it’s time for a curtain call. But his body, his moves, and his impact tell a different story. The Akron Hammer is here to stay, maybe not for long. But long enough to leave his footprints in the sands of time like never before. At 40, if Bron has to listen to critical voices pointing out his performance, then it’s nothing…
The Parisians lead the tie by a singular goal following Ousmane Dembele’s fine strike after just four minutes had been played at Emirates Stadium. In terms of building momentum for the second leg, it could not have gone much worse as both teams lost 2-1 in the league this past Saturday, but its fair to say under very different circumstances. While a heavily-rotated PSG were beaten by Champions League challengers Strasbourg away from Paris, the Gunners controversially lost to Bournemouth at home with Mikel Arteta making just two starting XI changes. One of those was Bukayo Saka being brought back…
JJ Redick had said in a post-game conference right after the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a heartbreaking 103-96 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Eliminated from the postseason after a clear showing of promise and confidence earlier in the season, the team (evidently) was left spellbound as Anthony Edwards & Co. delivered a masterclass. Who’s to blame for the loss? As expected, the onus has fallen on the rookie NBA head coach. Now, add to that another statement from LeBron James’ agent and confidant, Rich Paul’s praise unintentionally pitting the coaches against each other, and things only get dicier. Majorly because…
Last week, Bronny James had his first NBA season come to an end when the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs. Bronny had an up-and-down rookie season. However, once he was sent to the G League, he started to find his groove. Before the season began, Lakers legend (and Basketball Hall of Famer) Magic Johnson predicted that Bronny would be better off starting his pro career in the G League. Johnson (via Jimmy Kimmel on September 27): “If I’m Bronny, I would tell my dad just let me play in…
Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka has picked the toughest team the Gunners have faced this season. Mikel Arteta’s men have faced several tough teams this season both in the Premier League and in the Champions League. However, Saka picked Paris Saint-Germain as the toughest Arsenal have played against this season. Recall that both Arsenal defeated PSG 2-0 when both sides met in the group stage of the ongoing Champions League. But it was the French Ligue 1 side who defeated Arsenal 1-0 when theyseveral met in the semi-final first leg tie at the Emirates Stadium a few days ago. Speaking ahead…
The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024-25 season ended in spectacularly disappointing fashion on Wednesday, when the club couldn’t capitalize on the Minnesota Timberwolves missing 40 triple tries to extend their first round playoff series beyond an eventual 103-96 Game 5 Minnesota victory. 21-time All-Star power forward LeBron James, who often looked completely fatigued in fourth quarters of the Timberwolves series, has a $52.6 million player option for 2025-26. He could either pick up that option, decline it and agree to a longer-term deal, decline it and enter unrestricted free agency, or, yes, retire. The latest intel from Shams Charania of ESPN,…