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[ad_1] OL Reign and Olympique Lyonnais are teaming up with Liga MX Femenil’s Club America in a historical international partnership.  As part of the deal, the three teams will face off in international friendlies and collaborate behind the scenes, on scouting, academies, and marketing. “This global partnership with Club America is not only significant for our clubs, but also for our sport,” OL Reign general manager Nick Perera said.  “Together, we will be able to elevate the game by creating unique opportunities for our players, academies, and staff. We’re thrilled for this new partnership and the extensive possibilities that will stem from it.” OL ReignRead More →

[ad_1] A place in the Continental Cup final is up for grabs on Thursday evening as West Ham welcome Chelsea to the Chigwell Construction Stadium. The Blues are aiming to wrestle back the title they won in 2020 and 2021, having been beaten in last season’s final by Manchester City. Fresh from taking points off Arsenal for the first time in their last outing, the Hammers are vying to reach their maiden Continental Cup final. When is kick off? Thursday 9 February, 19:15 (GMT)Where is the match being played? Chigwell Construction StadiumTV channel/live stream? BBC Sport Website/BBC iPlayer/BBC Red Button (UK), FA Player (International)Referee? Richie Watkins Jess Ziu remainsRead More →

[ad_1] The landscape of the Premier League was rocked on Monday when Manchester City were charged with breaking over 100 rules in relation to Financial Fair Play. The six-time Premier League winners have been accused of 101 rule breaches over a nine-year period spanning 2009/10 to 2017/18, with it now down to an independent commission to determine whether or not the club are guilty of the charges levelled at them. City released a statement expressing their ‘surprise’ at the Premier League alleging any wrongdoing, and said that they ‘welcomed’ the chance for a transparent investigation to clear their name. What have Man City said aboutRead More →

[ad_1] Carabao Energy Drink has teamed up with 90min to give a lucky fan the chance to win a pair of Carabao Cup Final tickets between Newcastle United vs Manchester United.  Currently in its sixth year as the official title sponsor of the Carabao Cup, Carabao Energy Drink is giving football fans across the nation the chance to get behind their club for free, by giving away hundreds of tickets throughout the 22/23 competition.   Last season’s competition saw Liverpool lift the trophy for a record ninth time following an incredible 11-10 penalty shootout victory against Premier League rivals Chelsea. The thrilling showdown was played out in front of a packed-out WembleyRead More →

[ad_1] Figures from Sheffield United and Wrexham accused each other of showing disrespect during the FA Cup games this month. The first tie ended 3-3 as the Blades battled back to earn a replay before they finished the job on Tuesday night, though not without a scare or two. After Anel Ahmedhodzic’s opener, Paul Mullin equalised from the penalty spot and had the chance to capitalise from 12 yards out again when he was brought down but missed. Billy Sharp and Sander Berge would both score in second half stoppage time to seal a 3-1 victory for Sheffield United, setting up a home tie withRead More →

[ad_1] A Qatari consortium are preparing a bid to buy Manchester United from the Glazer family, sources have confirmed to 90min. United announced in November 2022 they were exploring new investment opportunities and a full sale is on the cards. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, a lifelong fan of the club and owner of French side OGC Nice, recently confirmed his interest in purchasing the Red Devils, but he is not the only party considering buying United. Sources have confirmed to 90min that a Qatari consortium will launch a bid in the near future and that a bid to take over is being actively prepared. The EmirRead More →

[ad_1] Sheffield United earned a date with Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Cup fifth round with a nervy 3-1 victory over Wrexham on Tuesday evening. Anel Ahmedhodzic fired home the opener early in the second half but Paul Mullin equalised from the penalty spot and missed the chance to put Wrexham ahead from 12 yards just a few moments later. As we prepared for another 90-minute draw between these two, Billy Sharp struck in the dying embers to end Wrexham’s Hollywood story, before Sander Berge sealed the victory soon after. The early minutes were dominated completely by Sheffield United, whose biggest threat came from corners,Read More →

[ad_1] West Bromwich Albion manager Carlos Corberan has put pen to paper on an extension with the Baggies, snubbing interest from Leeds United in the process. Corberan was Leeds’ first choice to replace the departed Jesse Marsch but has declined the chance to move to Elland Road, instead inking a new deal with the Championship side. “I have enjoyed my time at Albion, and I am pleased to have secured a contract extension,” Corberan said. “I would like to thank my staff, the players, and our fantastic supporters for their help in making my time here so positive. “I would also like to thank RonRead More →

[ad_1] Leeds United have identified Rayo Vallecano manager Andoni Iraola as a possible candidate for their vacant position, 90min can confirm. Jesse Marsch was relieved of his duties earlier this week after a run of seven games without a win left them facing a real battle to avoid relegation over the remainder of the season. 90min confirmed at the time that West Brom’s Carlos Corberan, a former Leeds Under-23 boss, was the Yorkshire outfit’s first choice. While that remains the case, director of football Victor Orta is keen to explore his options and sources have confirmed that Iraola is of interest at Elland Road. IraolaRead More →

[ad_1] Having been charged with over 100 breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules, it’s safe to say all is not well at Manchester City. While City remain adamant they can disprove all the allegations against them, the reality is they could be hit with a massive punishment, from docked points all the way to expulsion from the division. Should things go as bad as possible for City, there could be a mass exodus from the Etihad, and there would be no shortage of suitors lining up to take advantage of the situation. Disclaimer: this is all in a fictional world in which money doesn’tRead More →