Author: Soccerhuz
Luka Doncic has no interest in letting his own individual brilliance overshadow the success of his team and is ready to “lock in” for the next challenge in the playoffs. Doncic had 31 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists in the Lakers’ second clash of the first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The feat marked just the third time in the team’s history that a player had scored 30 or more points in their opening two playoff games with the Lakers. The only other players to achieve the feat are Shaquille O’Neal and George Mikan. Still, Doncic’s sights remained focused…
Jules Koundé’s excellent season at FC Barcelona has caught the attention of top Premier League clubs. According to the latest rumors, Arsenal is considering making a €65 million offer for the French defender, who could potentially face them in a future UEFA Champions League final this season. This report comes after other whispers said Chelsea FC were interested in signing the Frenchman to bolster their defense. Koundé, who joined Barça from Sevilla in 2022, is under contract until June 2027 and has a massive €1 billion release clause. Although the club is said to feel secure about his future due…
In a dramatic twist to an age-old camaraderie, a recent twist in the narrative reveals tensions that run deep between two legendary figures. An unexpected remark has reopened old wounds, challenging a shared legacy that once unified their paths. Both athletes began their storied careers as the top picks for the Orlando Magic, forging early promises of greatness. Their journeys converged at a pivotal moment with the Los Angeles Lakers, where landmark championship pursuits not only defined their individual legacies but intertwined their destinies. This shared history of success laid the foundation for a relationship that, for years, basked in…
A jersey photo-matched to seven games in Kobe Bryant’s 1996-97 rookie season for the Los Angeles Lakers — including his preseason debut on Oct. 16, 1996; his regular-season debut on Nov. 3, 1996; and his NBA media day — sold for $7 million at Sotheby’s on Thursday. The jersey last sold for $115,242 at auction in 2012. It set a new record for any Bryant sports collectible, eclipsing the $5,849,700 spent on a game-worn, signed jersey from the 2007-08 season in which Bryant won his lone MVP award. Debut games are truly one-of-a-kind moments in an athlete’s career,” said Brahm…
Alex Jimenez believes that AC Milan showed they can compete with any team during their semi-final second leg win over Inter. Jimenez was given the nod at right wing-back for the third straight game in the new 3-4-3 system that Sergio Conceicao seems to have settled on, and it was a positive performance overall from the Spaniard. He had a hand in a lot of good things that Milan did going forward, including providing a pinpoint cross for Luka Jovic to head in and make it 1-0. He got a 7.5 out of 10 in our players ratings, making him…
Sergio Conceicao didn’t allow himself many celebrations during last night’s win over Inter, perhaps a reflection of his situation. Today’s Corriere dello Sport recalls how – when Luka Jovic doubled the score early in the second half – Conceiçao raised his arms to the sky. It was only for a moment though, before returning to the ‘sad’ expression (but concentrated) of the last few weeks. There is no cigar this time. The Portuguese got to another final, he came out undefeated from the Milan derbies and earned a portion of that respect that was often not given to him, at…
AC Milan are keeping tabs on a number of impressive youngsters, and a Manchester City starlet has emerged on the list of targets. There is as much of a need to invest in young talent as there is a need to buy readily-made talent, but when the two combine, you normally face a rather large challenge. So, it is no surprise that there are a few clubs watching James McAtee with eagerness. The Manchester City academy graduate has recently become a part of the first team, and according to the Telegraph, Milan are watching the youngster with great interest ahead…
Despite all signs pointing towards his departure, Sergio Conceicao is fighting for the best with his AC Milan squad, and a 3-0 win against Inter is only the latest example. There is something so ironic about Milan’s season. A year where disappointment has been the main emotion is also the year where the club could win a domestic double, whilst ending a 20-year drought in the Coppa Italia. Football makes zero sense sometimes, however, the Rossoneri are profiting from it, so there cannot be any complaints. Now, a game against Empoli or Bologna will await, and the club cannot focus…
Koni De Winter has been one of the breakout stars in Serie A this season, and AC Milan are heavily interested in the defender. It seems to be another summer where Milan are going to at least try to improve their defence. Last summer, upgrades were targeted. However, there is still a need for some defensive improvements, and above all, stability. After all, this season the Rossoneri have suffered with having too many poor options, with Sergio Conceicao and Paulo Fonseca struggling to find a backline that they have stuck with consistently. Therefore, it is no surprise that stability will…
Milan capped off a perfect season against city rivals Inter with their third win in five unbeaten meetings, sealing a place in the Coppa Italia final with an emphatic 3-0 victory. In what had been a tightly contested first half, Luka Jovic broke the deadlock and set the Rossoneri on course. The Serbian striker completed his brace after the break, before Tijjani Reijnders added a late third to round off the triumph. Football Italia were among the accredited media at San Siro – here are the player ratings. Inter 0-3 Milan: Player ratings Inter: Martinez 5.5; Bisseck 6.5, De Vrij 5,…