Nottingham Forest player skips team dinner – Choice stirs discontent
Sweden’s manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has left Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga out of the squad for November’s international break. Last week, Tomasson revealed that the […]
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Szczesny Had Doubts About Juventus Exit Decision
Wojciech Szczesny announced his retirement earlier this summer, a few weeks after being released by Juventus. However, this wasn’t how he had envisioned things unfolding, […]
Midfielder left out of national team as Sunderland weigh up transfer decision
Sunderland have the option to sign Barnsley’s Callum Styles permanently this summer, following his loan spell during the 2023/24 season where he made 12 Championship appearances. Despite being an unused substitute in Hungary’s 3-1 Euro 2024 loss to Switzerland, Styles remains a key player, having earned 22 caps for his national team. He reassured fans about a recent injury, confirming on Instagram that it was not serious.
Styles, who has played as both a central midfielder and left-back, expressed his enjoyment at Sunderland despite a turbulent season with managerial changes. In an interview with FourFourTwo, he acknowledged the club’s passionate supporters and their Premier League ambitions, indicating his desire to stay longer but noting various factors could influence his future. His current focus is on contributing to Hungary’s Euro 2024 campaign, aiming to progress beyond the group stage.
Signing Jack Butland from Birmingham City was a masterstroke by Stoke City
Jack Butland’s ascent to prominence was swift, earning a spot in England’s Euro 2012 squad despite limited experience with Birmingham City. His remarkable journey continued with a debut for the national team shortly before his competitive debut for Birmingham, showcasing his exceptional talent at a young age.
Transitioning to Stoke City, Butland initially served as a backup before emerging as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. Despite setbacks like injury and relegation, he remained a steadfast presence, delivering standout performances in the Championship while displaying loyalty to the club.
However, Butland’s time at Stoke concluded on a bittersweet note with a heavy defeat in his final appearance. Nonetheless, his contributions, marked by his modest transfer fee and consistent performances, leave an enduring legacy at the club.
Will Smallbone excited to learn from John O’Shea and Brian Kerr, says it’s been a great balance.
Will Smallbone, only five years old during Brian Kerr’s last senior Ireland international, has relished the opportunity to interact with the 71-year-old, who recently returned […]