Thiago Alcântara set to retire from football after Anfield exit.
Former Bayern Munich and Liverpool midfielder, Thiago Alcântara is set for a shocking Retirement from professional football. The Spaniard exited Liverpool after 4 years following the expiration of his contract. Despite being world class, Thiago was challenged by a number of injuries last season and made only one appearance for the club, who decided against renewing his contract. According to Fabrizio Romano, rather than finding a new club, he has decided to call time on his career. Thiago played for multiple European clubs including Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Liverpool, winning 2 champions league and 11 league titles. Fans have taken to Social Media to express great tributes for his illustrious career.
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Thiago Alcantara has decided to retire from professional football.
Former Barça, Bayern, Liverpool and Spain player has made his decision.
Thiago’s passion and love for the game continues as he’s ready for new chapter in football after few months planning for it. pic.twitter.com/zR4Uvum1rH
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 7, 2024
Giannis leads Greece to its first Olympics qualification in 16 years.
2-time NBA MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo proved once more that he was a phenomenon, as he helped Greece through the Olympic qualification. He averaged 27.7 points, defeating Dominican Republic, Egypt and Slovenia on their way to the finals where they faced Croatia. The Milwaukee Bucks’ star was again on fire on Sunday evening, scoring 23 points in Greece’s 80-69 victory against Croatia to qualify for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. This is Giannis’ first ever Olympics and Greece’s first since Beijing 2008. Giannis was heavily overwhelmed with emotions as Greece qualified and in his post game interview, he said, “Since I was a Kid, I always wanted to play in the Olympic Games… I really believe we have an incredible team and we can accomplish something special.” Greece will face Canada, Australia and Spain in Group A.
GREECE ARE BACK IN THE OLYMPICS AFTER 1⃣6⃣ YEARS! 🤯🇬🇷 #FIBAOQT pic.twitter.com/cww8cwVmEf
— BasketNews (@BasketNews_com) July 7, 2024
Man. United in talks with Bologna over Joshua Zirkzee transfer.
The transfer of talented Dutch striker, Joshua Zirkzee is reaching its final stages. After negotiating the personal terms with his entourages, Manchester United are now in talks with Bologna over the structure of the deal. Zirkzee presently has a €40 million release clause which United is willing to trigger but half of this payment will have to go to Bayern Munich due to their sell-on clause. Bologna will be working to secure a more favourable structure. Zirkzee, who won the Serie A Young Player of the Season, has been touted as one of the best young forwards in Europe and he will no doubt be electric in this Manchester United team.
🚨🇳🇱 Manchester United and Joshua Zirkzee, almost there.
Man Utd have now informed Bologna about agreement reached with Zirkzee over personal terms.
All done also with JZ’s agent.
Man Utd, talking to Bologna about new deal structure… or they can trigger €40m release clause. pic.twitter.com/8TVVIdV6Zd
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 7, 2024
Angel Reese breaks Candace Parker’s WNBA double-double record.
The emergence of rookie duo, Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark has been monumental for the WNBA. The duo is breaking records and etching their names in the WNBA history books, even in their debut season. Moments after Clark became the first rookie to record a triple double, Angel Reese has just broken Candace Parker’s record for the most consecutive double-doubles in WNBA history. Reese scored 17 points and 14 assists as the Chicago Sky lost to Seattle Storm on Sunday evening. She now holds the record for the most consecutive double-doubles in WNBA history.
In a league of her own 👏
With her 13th consecutive double-double, Angel Reese breaks Candace Parker's record for most consecutive double-doubles over multiple seasons!#WelcometotheW pic.twitter.com/gdUGaDM9e5
— WNBA (@WNBA) July 7, 2024
Michael Olise signs a 5-year contract with Bayern Munich until 2029.
French forward, Michael Olise has finally completed his transfer to Bundesliga side, Bayern Munich, signing a 5-year contract with the club until 2029. Crystal Palace will receive £45 million with another £5 million in add ons and a sell-on clause. Despite receiving a lot of offers from Premier League giants like Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City, he decided to seek a new adventure in a new league. His medical commenced yesterday and has now been completed. Olise has now officially become a Bayern Munich player.
🚨🔴 Official, confirmed. Michael Olise signs in as new FC Bayern player on five year contract until June 2029.
Crystal Palace receive £45m plus £5m add-ons and sell-on clause included.
Medical completed today, had to be Sunday… and it’s Olise day for Bayern. pic.twitter.com/lbQ2ZqALcg
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 7, 2024