Fernandez ‘truly sorry’ after Chelsea team-mate condemns ‘uninhibited racism’ video

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has apologised for posting a video on Instagram showing him and fellow Argentina players using a racist chant.

The French Football Federation said on Tuesday it will file a legal complaint alleging “racially offensive and discriminatory remarks” were made by Argentina players following their Copa America victory over Colombia on Sunday night.

The complaint follows footage that was posted by midfielder Fernandez, which appeared to show him and his team-mates chanting about the France team as they celebrated their 1-0 win in Sunday’s final.

In a statement, the FFF – the governing body of French football – said its president Philippe Diallo would challenge FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Argentina Football Asso…

Man City: Guardiola reveals ‘uncomfortable’ Haaland injury update as he risks making ‘problem’ worse

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola revealed a concerning Erling Haaland fitness update after his side s friendly against FC Barcelona on Tuesday.

has further established himself as one of the best strikers in the world during his time at Man City, scoring 90 goals in his 98 appearances across all competitions.

Erling is not comfortable

The forward was hampered by injuries during the 2023/24 campaign, though. Despite only making 29 Premier League starts, he contributed with 32 goal involvements as Guardiola s side edged out Arsenal in the title race.

Haaland started for Man City in their friendly against Barcelona but was taken off at half-time as his team battled back from behind to draw 2-2.

Speaking post-match, Guardiola admitted Haaland is not feel…

Gallagher to Atletico ‘down’ as transfer ‘collapse’ sees Chelsea ‘try to swap’ Lukaku for Osimhen

Chelsea are no longer signing Samu Omorodion from Atletico Madrid, meaning Conor Gallagher s move to the Spanish capital is down at the moment , according to reports.

It has been a crazy 12 hours at , with their deal to sign Omorodion off, casting doubt over the futures of Gallagher and Manchester City s Julian Alvarez, who are both supposed to be joining Atletico.

Several reports claim that contractual issues prevented the signing of the Spanish striker from being completed and that .

Atletico and Chelsea had agreed that Omorodion and Gallagher would only be on the move together, meaning both clubs are scrambling for alternatives.

Naturally, former Blues loanee Joao Felix has been brought up in negotiations and his agent, Jorge Mendes, just happens to b…

£25m Man Utd star ‘dying to be trained’ by different coach as another transfer is ruled out

Man Utd midfielder Scott McTominay wants to move to Napoli this summer in order to be trained by former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte, accortding to reports.

The Red Devils have signed Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui so far this summer, while ten players have left Old Trafford.

Brandon Williams, Raphael Varane, Anthony Martial and Omari Forson all left on free transfers, while Donny van de Beek, Alvaro Carreras, Facundo Pellistri,
Willy Kambwala, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Mason Greenwood departed for fees.

with Fulham showing interest in the midfielder.

The Cottagers signed Sander Berge from Burnley earlier this week and have now ended their interest in McTominay, while it seems the Scot is being priced out of a move e…

Arsenal receive shock £29.5m offer from Saudi Arabia for ‘important player’ – Romano

Arsenal have received an offer from Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad for Leandro Trossard, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Mikel Arteta will have been pleased with the Gunners summer business with David Raya, Mikel Merino, Riccardo Calafiori and Raheem Sterling all arriving at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal also managed to keep all of their best players as they look to mount another challenge for the Premier League title with Manchester City going for their fifth in a row.

And are not likely to want to lose Trossard who has had to accept a lot of appearances off the bench since joining the Gunners after he scored an important opening goal in .

But Romano has revealed that Arsenal are now faced with a decision over Trossard s future after Saudi…

Carragher, Keane slam ‘harsh’ Neville claim about Arsenal star in Man City comparison

Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane have disagreed with Gary Neville over his claim about Arsenal star Declan Rice s best position for the Gunners and England.

Rice scored a brilliant goal as in one of two qualifiers over the international break, while he also played 90 minutes in their win by the same scoreline against Finland.

The England international has been given more attacking licence under Mikel Arteta at Arsenal after originally being signed as a defensive midfielder from West Ham.

midfielder Rice scored seven Premier League goals last term after his £105m move from the Hammers but Manchester United legend Neville insists he is not as good as Rodri in a deeper role, which he played for England at Euro 2024.

When Paul Scholes was asked by Neville wh…

Man City FFP verdict ‘expected imminently’ as Premier League clubs fear ‘far-reaching consequences’

We will reportedly learn the outcome of Manchester City s colossal associated party transaction (APT) legal case against the Premier League in the coming days .

In June, a legal dispute between Man City and the Premier League over APT rules began.

The hearing could have huge ramifications on the Premier League as City reportedly challenge the validity of the rules under UK competition law.

The hearing lasted until June 21 and the separate court case relating to the 115 charges against the champions got underway earlier this month, with a verdict not likely until 2025.

It is believed that Pep Guardiola s side want to scrap APT rules, which were first introduced in December 2021 following the Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle United and were strengthened…

Maryland Launches 11th Brick-and-Mortar Sportsbook

The landscape has welcomed another brick-and-mortar sportsbook into the fold.

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission today issued a sports betting facility license to Canton Gaming and its operating partner Parx Interactive. The betParx sportsbook has opened and is live at the Greene Turtle restaurant in the Canton Section of Baltimore.

It s the eleventh retail sportsbook to open in the Old Line State.

Canton Successfully Completed Demonstrations

According to the lottery commission, Canton Gaming and Parx Interactive successfully completed controlled demonstrations at the Greene Turtle restaurant on Aug. 28 and Aug. 30. The restaurant hosted customers who participated in live sports betting as Maryland Lottery and Gaming staff ensured the sportsbook…

West Virginia Bill Curbing Sports Betting Harassment Heads to Governor

A bill designed to curb harassment of athletes stemming from sports betting now heads to the governor.

The West Virginia Senate this week approved by a 33-0 vote with one abstention. The slightly amended bill was sent back to the House of Delegates for concurrence, which was approved 89-5.

If signed into law by Gov. Jim Justice (R), the bill will give the West Virginia Lottery Commission the power to ban individuals from sports betting if they’re found harassing athletes, coaches, or officials.

Easy Path Through Legislature

Delegate Shawn Fluharty (D-Ohio) introduced his bill on Jan. 15. It quickly moved through committee and received overwhelming bipartisan support when it reached by the House and Senate floors for discussion.

Fluharty introduced …