Liverpool dedicated their pre-season match against Preston North End to Diogo Jota, who passed away tragically. Emotional tributes included fan chants, a minute's silence, and the retirement of Jota's No. 20 shirt across all club levels. Both clubs and supporters came together to honor the player's legacy.
Liverpool and Preston North End honored the late Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva with moving tributes at their July 13 pre-season friendly. Players wore black armbands, anthems rang out, and a minute of silence marked their memory. Liverpool won 3-1 in their first game since the tragedy.
Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta needed 25 stitches and emergency surgery after Millwall's goalkeeper Liam Roberts caught him with a high boot in the FA Cup. Despite wanting to continue, Mateta's ear was nearly severed. Roberts got a six-match ban, and Palace's win was overshadowed by the shocking injury.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have found their new attacking leader in Matheus Cunha after Raul Jimenez's departure. Cunha, praised for his dynamic style, has filled the creative and goal-scoring void left by Jimenez, showing the club can transition smoothly and adapt tactically without splashing out big money.
Pedro Neto digs into his debut season at Chelsea, talking up his knack for clutch goals, addressing pundit opinions, and hinting at growth after his Club World Cup experience. His stats show promise, while his mindset leans toward doing even more.
Liverpool is ramping up its chase for Florian Wirtz, offering cash plus two players to tempt Bayer Leverkusen. The German club insists on a €150m fee, while Wirtz has already agreed personal terms. Talks are ongoing, with competition from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Arsenal are closing in on a £49 million deal for Bilbao winger Nico Williams, outpacing Chelsea. Despite a big salary offer from Bilbao, Williams is tempted by Premier League football and Arsenal's financial package. The 22-year-old brings versatility and attacking depth, though his wage demands could complicate the move.
Ivan Toney is back in England's squad for the June World Cup qualifiers and a friendly, thanks to his sizzling form in Saudi Arabia. With Rashford and Foden out injured, Tuchel wants to see how Toney fits into his plans ahead of the 2026 World Cup. England leads their qualifying group and faces Andorra and Senegal next.
Real Madrid has secured defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth by triggering his $50 million release clause. The 20-year-old, who shined in his debut Premier League season and recently debuted for Spain, joins the Spanish giants as part of a defensive rebuild during a period of managerial change.
Players like Bernardo Silva, Javier Saviola, and Manuel Dos Santos have left their mark on both Monaco and Benfica, two clubs bound by a unique rivalry. Benfica holds a strong edge in head-to-head encounters, while Monaco's rare peaks contrast with the Lisbon giant's consistent European presence.
