The Joan Gamper Trophy clash will soon be upon us, and this season will mark the first time that the annual curtain-raiser will be staged in the newly renovated Camp Nou. So this is an occasion, to say the least, as the 2026-27 season kickoff draws closer. Barcelona will be defending their La Liga title, so big things are expected. With that in mind, we expect manager Hansi … [Read more...] about Barcelona Predicted XI vs Al Ahly: Hansi Flick Could Pick Strong Team for Joan Gamper Trophy Match
Barcelona Team News vs Al Ahly: Rodri, João Cancelo, Pedri, Gavi
The midfield duo of Pedri and Gavi were left out of the Barcelona squad that routed FC Basel 5-2 earlier today, in the final preseason friendly ahead of the Joan Gamper Trophy curtain-raiser, and this development set off some alarm bells among supporters. Inside the club itself however, there is little cause for concern, as Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was just taking … [Read more...] about Barcelona Team News vs Al Ahly: Rodri, João Cancelo, Pedri, Gavi
João Cancelo Set to Join Barcelona on a Free Transfer Deal
In the words of Eminem/Slim Shady/Marshall Mathers, "guess who's back, back again." Yes, João Cancelo is back at the Catalan club, ready to begin his third stint with the Blaugranes. According to multiple reports, the Portugese full-back has agreed to terminate his contract with Egyptian club Al Hilal, and he'll thus join FC Barcelona as a free agent, or Bosman transfer … [Read more...] about João Cancelo Set to Join Barcelona on a Free Transfer Deal
Rodri Set for FC Barcelona Medical, Ahead of €65m Move from Manchester City
Manchester City lost a lot more than just the Community Shield (3-0 to Arsenal in Cardiff) on Sunday. Their midfield maestro and team captain, Rodri, is set to join FC Barcelona. After a long, protracted transfer saga, the Spaniard is returning to his home country. According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Mundo Deportivo and numerous other reputable media outlets in … [Read more...] about Rodri Set for FC Barcelona Medical, Ahead of €65m Move from Manchester City
Oregon Star, Heisman Candidate Dante Moore a Major Mental Health Awareness Advocate
Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore is as blue-chip as they come, in terms of NFL Draft prospects. The Detroit native is a leading Heisman trophy candidate, and top three on almost every NFL Draft big board. If you don't think Arch Manning will be the first QB off the boards in April, then most likely you think it's going to be Moore. When it was made official that Dante … [Read more...] about Oregon Star, Heisman Candidate Dante Moore a Major Mental Health Awareness Advocate
Arsenal Predicted XI vs Man City: Bruno Guimaraes Could Get His First Start With Gunners
Bruno Guimaraes made his Arsenal debut against Como on Wednesday, coming on for Ethan Nwaneri at halftime. Now he's set to see an increased role, and this weekend, he should be in the starting lineup for the annual Community Shield clash. Sunday marks the first time, in a long while that we'll have an Arsenal-Manchester City matchup that isn't Mikel Arteta vs. Pep Guardiola. … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI vs Man City: Bruno Guimaraes Could Get His First Start With Gunners
Arsenal Team News vs Manchester City: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi
Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi did not play a minute of football for Arsenal this preseason, so they almost certainly not be starting in the FA Community Shield on Sunday. They have resumed training, however, this past week and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that they will be in the squad for the FA Community Shield this weekend. Coming off an … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Manchester City: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi
Manchester City Predicted XI vs Arsenal: Erling Haaland Starts on the Bench
The first competitive match of the Enzo Maresca era at Manchester City will soon be upon us. Yes, we are labeling the FA Community Shield as "a competitive match," accept it. That said, Erling Haaland, after missing part of the training session yesterday, will probably start this one on the bench. The Norwegian scoring sensation, admired by University of Minnesota Golden … [Read more...] about Manchester City Predicted XI vs Arsenal: Erling Haaland Starts on the Bench
Manchester City Team News vs Arsenal: Rodri, Erling Haaland, Tijjani Reijnders
No shortage of storylines as Manchester City prepare to face Arsenal in FA Community Shield on Sunday. You can start with Rodri, where there are both fitness concerns and doubts about his future with the club. City manager Enzo Maresca spoke about the Spanish midfielder, at his press conference earlier today. "I just saw Rodri now in the building, I gave him a big hug," … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Arsenal: Rodri, Erling Haaland, Tijjani Reijnders
Liverpool Predicted XI vs Como: Andoni Iraola to Field Strong Team
Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are two Premier League big six sides that staging double-header friendlies against the same opponent this weekend. Two matches with two different teams playing, one in front of the public, one behind closed doors. Tottenham are facing TSG Hoffenheim 1899, while Liverpool will take on Cesc Fabregas' Como side. Andoni Iraola will most likely play … [Read more...] about Liverpool Predicted XI vs Como: Andoni Iraola to Field Strong Team