Author: Michael

‘Germany’s biggest talent in 50 years’ makes major career decision – Man Utd have been informed

Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka has reportedly made a definitive decision on his future amidst interest from several clubs, and chief among them Manchester United.
The German started his career at his hometown club of Bochum before joining Schalke in 2013. During his time with the Royal Blues, he emerged as one of the best midfielders in the Bundesliga, which earned him a transfer to Bayern Munich in 2018.

ROME (AP) — The toll from clashes between violent fans and police at the weekend’s Rome derby includes 24 law enforcement officers injured, one arrest and at least 40,000 euros ($45,000) in damaged garbage dumpsters.
Officials in the capital were still trying to sum up the damages after fans on Sunday attacked police in riot gear in a heavily populated area where people had been gathering ahead of the Serie A game between Lazio and Roma.
“I am disgusted,” said Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri.

It’s the columns you don’t see coming, you know? This one, on the strangely varying reactions to the unseemly money grabs of Nico Iamaleava and Bryson DeChambeau, came out of nowhere. Seriously, I’m minding my own business before the final round of The Masters, listening to the dehumidifiers and dryers in my basement — don’t ask — when I start checking messages from my text group here with IndyStar.

CorSport: ‘Decisive meeting’ – how Tare retook pole position in Milan’s director pursuit

AC Milan are continuing with the process of hiring a new sporting director, and a report has claimed that Igli Tare is firmly in pole position.
As Corriere dello Sport recall, Tare was the first to be contacted in February and the first to be met in London. Now, after the Fabio Paratici idea was abandoned, he is once again the big favourite to become the new sporting director of Milan.

Lukaku sets unprecedented goal involvements record under Conte at Napoli
Romelu Lukaku’s first season at Napoli under Antonio Conte is reshaping his attacking game like never before, as the Belgium international evolves into more than just a traditional target man.
While the former Juventus, Chelsea, and Inter boss was eager to bring in a striker capable of capitalising on his side’s quick transitions, the rest of the Partenopei are also benefiting from Lukaku’s hold-up play and his ability to set up teammates with timing and precision.

Springboro native and University of Michigan senior Jordan Hobbs is heading to Seattle.
[DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]
The Springboro High School graduate was the No. 34 pick by the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA Draft on Monday.

Iraq announced on Tuesday the dismissal of head coach Jesus Casas with just two games remaining in Asian qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
In a statement, the Iraq Football Association said that the decision was due to a “serious breach of contractual obligations,” from the Spanish boss and his assistants, “including their departure from Iraq without official permission . . . “
The federation added the action was taken based on Article 14 of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfers of Players.

Today’s Papers: McNapoli, Inzaghi takes over Inter, Leao future
La Gazzetta dello Sport 

Mister Europa 
Inzaghi has taken over Inter
Simone has convinced the supporters and club. Now ready until 2028. And against Bayern, aiming for the semi-final.
Barca and PSG hope to get the job done. For Real, comeback or bust
Napoli correct response 
McTominay and Lukaku beat Emopli. Conte at -3 from the Nerazzurri and the lead again
Leao the future 
Goals, assist and grit. The message to Rafa to stay at Milan
Fagioli’s outburst 
‘I apologise for everything, but I’ve already paid.

Sky Germany reveal Borussia Dortmund’s transfer stance on Carney Chukwuemeka

Borussia Dortmund are considering another loan deal for Carney Chukwuemeka this summer according to reports.
Chukwuemeka arrived at Chelsea in the summer of 2022 for around £20m from Aston Villa, but his time at the club has been plagued by injury issues.
The 21-year-old made just five appearances for the Blues in the first half of the season, with just one start against Astana in the Conference League.

The 2030 World Cup will be held in six nations across three continents [Getty Images]
Concacaf president Victor Montagliani has criticised a proposal to expand the 2030 men’s World Cup to 64 teams.
The plans, put forward by South American governing body Conmebol, have also drawn opposition from Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
The tournament will be hosted by Spain, Morocco and Portugal, after the opening matches are held in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.