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Premier League plans to suspend festive fixtures

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3 years ago

December 20, 2021

Premier League teams are planning to take decision of suspension of festive fixtures, today.

As the Omicron form of COVID-19 continues to rip through the fixture schedule, senior representatives from all 20 top-flight sides will gather to discuss what has been characterized as a ‘festive firebreak, according to the Sportsmail.

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Six of the ten Premier League games were canceled last weekend.

The firebreak could entail delaying one round of fixtures from December 28 to 30.

However, it remains to be seen whether at least 14 of the 20 clubs will support it, given some, such as Tottenham, have already been forced to take a break.

The financial consequences of failing to honor the various TV arrangements are expected to be discussed during the conference, as will the reality that there is limited room in the calendar due to the disruption caused by a winter World Cup in Qatar.

The consequences on player welfare will also be looked into. Players who have not yet been vaccinated will also be on the agenda. Those who decline the jab, though, are unlikely to be separated in training and travel.

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Chelsea name Enzo Maresca as new manager

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2 months ago

June 3, 2024

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Enzo Maresca on Monday appointed as the new manager of the men’s team at Chelsea FC.

The West London Premier League team made this announcement on its website in a statement, saying, commencing July 1, 2024, Maresca will assume his new position. The Blues put the Italian under contract for five years.

Reacting, Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, said: “We are delighted to welcome Enzo to Chelsea.

“He has proven himself to be an excellent coach capable of delivering impressive results with an exciting and identifiable style.”

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Kylian Mbappé to join Real Madrid as new signing next week

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2 months ago

June 2, 2024

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After winning the Champions League, Kylian Mbappé is expected to be announced as a new signing by Real Madrid the following week.

In February, the 25-year-old international athlete made his choice. He can now be regarded as a new Real player because every document has been completed, sealed, and signed.

As per media reports, Kylian Mbappé joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer. “.. I wanted to announce to you all that it’s my last year at Paris Saint-Germain. I will not extend and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks. I will play my last game as Parc des Princes on Sunday,” Mbappe said in a video statement on X.

“It’s a lot of emotions. (For) many years I had the chance and great honour to be a member of the biggest French club, one of the best in the world which allowed me to travel here,” Mbappe added.

“It’s hard and I never thought it would be this difficult to announce that I will leave the country, France, the league and the Championship. But I think, I needed this, a new challenge after seven years.”