Off-Pitch & Press

Modric says Milan move is “step down” but ideal next chapter

Luka Modric
November 2025

Luka Modric admits leaving Real Madrid for AC Milan at 40 was “a step down” but insists it was the right move, already contributing a goal and two assists as he becomes an integral figure in Allegri’s title-chasing Serie A side. Drawn by Milan’s history and boyhood affection for Italian football, Modric signed a one-year deal and says he feels “phenomenally” welcomed by teammates, staff and fans, describing the city and club as high-level and the closest thing to Madrid he could realistically join.

Kane hails Kompany’s no nonsense regime for best form of his career

Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich)
November 2025

Harry Kane says he is enjoying his football more than ever at Bayern, crediting Kompany’s direct management and system after delivering a 36 goal debut Bundesliga season, winning the European Golden Shoe, breaking league records, then finally lifting a long awaited Bundesliga title and best player award. Kane praised Kompany for “no BS” communication and a man for man style that forces him to press, tackle and block as well as score, contrasting it with the gruelling Conte era at Tottenham. He believes his all round influence on matches, with and without the ball, is at an all time high.

Antony apologises after VAR upgrades high boot to red card

Antony (Real Betis)
November 2025

Real Betis winger Antony apologised to supporters after being sent off late in the draw with Girona. He caught defender Joel Roca in the face while attempting an overhead kick, an action initially punished with a yellow card before VAR intervention upgraded it to a straight red. Chasing a stoppage time winner, Antony went for an acrobatic cross as Roca headed clear first, leaving his boot to crash into the defender’s face and spark a VAR review. Posting on social media, he insisted the contact was completely unintentional and expressed sadness at letting Betis fans down.

De Ligt questions United’s approach after limp defeat to 10-man Everton

Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United)
November 2025

Manchester United slumped to a 1-0 defeat against 10-man Everton, ending a five game unbeaten run and dropping to 10th in the Premier League. Despite a man advantage for over seventy minutes, United created few clear chances and never truly stretched the visitors. Everton lost Idrissa Gueye to a needless early red card and Seamus Coleman to injury, yet still struck first through Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and then defended deep. De Ligt criticised United’s passive play, overreliance on crosses, lack of runs into the box and shortage of urgency in key moments.

European Super League backers hit UEFA with multi-billion claims

Real Madrid
November 2025

A22 and Real Madrid are filing separate lawsuits worth a combined €4.5 billion against UEFA, claiming the governing body’s attempts to block the European Super League caused major financial damage to the project and violated competition rules established by recent court decisions. Citing the CJEU ruling that UEFA and FIFA acted unlawfully in blocking the Super League and a Madrid court’s refusal to overturn that judgment, A22 has sent Ceferin a formal letter demanding UEFA approve the revamped proposal within eight weeks, warning of further legal consequences if it resists.

Sherwood says England must start Eze if Tuchel uses a number 10

Eberechi Eze
November 2025

Former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood insists Eberechi Eze has to start for England at the World Cup if Thomas Tuchel uses a number 10, arguing the Arsenal playmaker is now the country’s best attacking midfielder after his hat-trick in the 4-1 rout of Spurs. Eze, who joined Arsenal from Crystal Palace in a big summer move, said he had prayed for a derby hat-trick and was grateful to deliver in such a statement win. Arteta hailed the performance and control as Arsenal dominated Spurs, reinforcing Eze’s case for a central England role.

Maresca tells Estevao to ignore Yamal comparisons before Champions League showdown

Estevao Willian
November 2025

Enzo Maresca has urged Chelsea winger Estevao Willian to ignore comparisons with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal before their Champions League clash, insisting the teenager must focus exclusively on his own development despite already producing goals, assists and eye-catching displays in his first season in England. Maresca praised Estevao’s maturity, work rate and impact in limited minutes while stressing that comparisons can create needless pressure when he is still adapting to Premier League and European football. Chelsea view him as a long term cornerstone but plan to manage his minutes carefully as he grows.

Tottenham board stand firm behind Frank despite derby humiliation

Thomas Frank
November 2025

Tottenham intend to give Thomas Frank time despite a 4-1 thrashing at Arsenal, three defeats in their last five league games and a slide to ninth. The ownership still sees him as a long term appointment and are not considering a change. Club figures accept concerns over his constant rotation, with 29 Premier League lineup changes already, and some players want more focus on Spurs’ own strengths rather than opponents. Even so, the hierarchy believes stability is key and expects Frank to solve the creativity issues.

Zidane Iqbal frozen out at Utrecht after attitude row with Ron Jans

Zidane Iqbal (Utrecht)
November 2025

Zidane Iqbal has been dropped from Utrecht’s squad for the Europa League trip to Real Betis, with coach Ron Jans criticising his attitude after a poor training week and saying the midfielder needs a mental reset before returning to first team action. Iqbal, who left Manchester United for Utrecht in 2023 and has struggled for goals and consistency, was accused of showing little dedication and staying in disappointment too long after setbacks, leaving his coach unwilling to name any date for a possible recall.

Klopp “made for the touchline” as Hoeness predicts Red Bull role will be short-lived

Jurgen Klopp
November 2025

Bayern president Uli Hoeness has claimed Jurgen Klopp will not stay long in his executive role at Red Bull, insisting the former Liverpool boss is built for the dugout as speculation grows about future vacancies at Europe’s biggest clubs. Klopp has spent almost a year as Global Head of Soccer, overseeing Red Bull’s multi club network and long term football strategy, yet Hoeness recalled Bayern’s past interest in hiring him and argued that his personality, energy and instincts still belong on the touchline.

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