Bayern Munich 1-0 Benfica - Eagles outclassed in the Champions League

11/07/2024

Benfica a suffered a second straight defeat in the Champions League after a deserved 1-0 defeat against Bayern Munich.The Bavarians were dominant from start to finish at Allianz Arena and could have easily won by a healthier margin.The German club got their goal in the 67th minute, Leroy Sané and Ha

“We totally deserved this victory” – Fonseca pleased as Leão shines in Milan victory over Real Madrid at Bernabeu

11/06/2024

Real Madrid 1-3 AC MilanIt was a memorable night for Italian giants AC Milan on Tuesday, as Paulo Fonseca’s side secured a thoroughly-deserved victory over European champions Real Madrid in the Spanish capital.Rafael Leão was in fine form for the Rossoneri, playing a part in two of the goals at the

Sporting beat Manchester City 4-1 to give Amorim perfect Alvalade sendoff

11/05/2024

It’s a night that will go down in history. The final home game of Sporting’s greatest ever coach was not going to script when Phil Foden scored early and Manchester City threatened to overwhelm the nervy hosts.But before half time Viktor Gyökeres made up for a bad early miss to score the equaliser t

Porto goal machine Samu adopts Aghehowa surname in homage to his mother

11/05/2024

Porto have made a habit of hitting the jackpot when scouting centre-forwards over recent decades. Going back to Mário Jardel, fellow Brazilian Hulk, or Colombian duo Falcao and Jackson Martínez, the Dragons fans have got used to having a prolific front man to help bring domestic and international su

Chiliz: Igniting the Passion of Portuguese Fans

11/05/2024

Chiliz, a leading blockchain platform, is reshaping the landscape of sports fan engagement. By leveraging the power of blockchain technology, Chiliz empowers fans to actively participate in the decision-making processes of their favourite sports teams. Through its innovative platform, Socios.com, Ch

Bruno Fernandes: United skipper battling scrutiny ahead of Amorim arrival

11/04/2024

Bruno Fernandes has scored three goals in his last two appearances for Manchester United, but opinions of the club captain remain largely divided in the British media ahead of Rúben Amorim’s arrival as manager next week.There is little doubt Fernandes has struggled to perform this season. Indeed the

Xande Silva’s long football journey finds a happy home at MLS club Atlanta United

11/04/2024

Xande Silva, a name rapidly gaining recognition in Major League Soccer (MLS), has brought his international expertise and high-energy play to the U.S. with Atlanta United. Known for his agility, technical skill, and keen attacking instincts, Silva’s journey from the youth academies of Portugal to co

Mourinho: “We are fighting against a system” – Fenerbahçe boss goes on epic rant about Turkish football after VAR controversy

11/04/2024

Trabzonspor 2-3 FenerbahçeAnother far from quiet night for José Mourinho on Sunday evening, as the Portuguese launched into an astonishing attack on implied favouritism in Turkish football after his Fenerbahçe side snatched a late win at Trabzonspor.Mourinho has regularly suggested that Istanbul riv

Porto brush aside Estoril 4-0 at the Dragão

11/03/2024

FC Porto made it 9 wins in 10 matches in the Primeira Liga to keep on the coattails of leaders Sporting at the top of the table.As has happened so often this season, a Big Three team swatted aside the meek challenge provided by one of Portugal’s lesser lights with never a hint of jeopardy as regards

“It’s about the players” - humble Nuno plays down his role as Nottingham Forest reach 3rd place in Premier League

11/03/2024

When Nuno Espírito Santo took charge of Nottingham Forest in December last year, the Reds were in 17th place in the Premier League. After Saturday’s 3-0 victory over West Ham United, Nuno’s side are in the unthinkably lofty heights of 3rd place with a third straight victory in England’s top flight.I