Arsenal Era

Christos Tzolis is practically a younger version of Trossard, but with better physicality. Predominantly a LW, who’s comfortable on either flank and can also operate centrally. A good blend of goalscoring and chance creation.

@TheAthleticFC Portugal look good until it’s time to play football

'I don’t know if people are surprised by Cristiano Ronaldo's struggle so far, but it is absolutely nothing new. 'Ronaldo made so little impact at Euro 2024 (no goals in five games) and even at the 2022 World Cup, where he scored one goal (a penalty against Ghana) in five appearances. 'The difference at the Euros was that he was at least getting chances. So far this afternoon he has barely had a sniff.' - @OliverKay Portugal vs DR Congo live blog: bit.ly/3Se3cfk

Madueke starting will rattle the Arsenal rival clubs in England,that makes Arsenal fans really happy and that's what Champions do.

@David_Ornstein @TheAthleticFC Madueke starting will rattle the Arsenal rival clubs in England,that makes Arsenal fans really happy and that's what Champions do.

🚨 Noni Madueke + Anthony Gordon expected to start either side of Jude Bellingham for #England in opening #2026FIFAWorldCup match against #Croatia. As anticipated, trio set to support captain Harry Kane amid management of Bukayo Saka fitness @TheAthleticFC nytimes.com/athletic/live-…

@FabrizioRomano The ability João Neves has to score headers while standing just 1.70m tall is genuinely insane.

🌎🇵🇹 Goal on debut at World Cup for João Neves. ✨

The ability João Neves has to score headers while standing just 1.70m tall is genuinely insane.

@theMadridZone @FabrizioRomano @MatteMoretto He seems to be a yes sir coach.

🚨 BREAKING: Xabi Alonso was NOT informed by Chelsea that Marc Cucurella was joining Real Madrid! HE FOUND OUT THROUGH @FabrizioRomano's tweet! @MatteMoretto

He should reject the plastic club that became relevant in 2012 due to Aguero.

@TheAthleticFC He should reject the plastic club that became relevant in 2012.

Manchester City are giving genuine consideration to signing Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, as well as Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest. The Athletic reported on Tuesday that Tottenham have held productive talks with Tonali’s camp and want to make the Italian their major signing this summer, but face serious competition from City, who have continued to track the player. City’s interest in Tonali, 26, does not affect their plans to sign Anderson and they remain in talks with Nottingham Forest about a potential British record transfer. Signing both midfielders, for what would likely be a combined cost of over £200million ($268m), comes with City seeking to build a side for Enzo Maresca, Pep Guardiola’s successor, that can challenge for next season’s Premier League title. More from @DTathletic FREE TO READ 🔗 nyti.ms/4vYUVdS

@TheAthleticFC The truth is there’s favoritism in football as much as any other field in life. FIFA are not going to send the god of football off 30 minutes in to his first World Cup match in 4 years. Once you accept this truth, you’ll be at peace

As brilliant and utterly irrepressible as Lionel Messi is, there have been a few occasions during his illustrious career when opponents — and certainly opposition fans — have suggested that he has received “special treatment” from referees. What is certain is that, between scoring his first and second goals against Algeria, he got lucky. A challenge on Algeria captain Aissa Mandi, who was caught by Messi on his right calf and Achilles tendon, could have earned at least a yellow card — and plausibly a red card — but Polish referee Szymon Marciniak was content to award a free kick. It was a strange incident. Mandi was in control of the ball, going nowhere fast, and there was little prospect of dispossessing him from Messi’s position. To make a lunge like that, with his studs up, seemed incomprehensible, never mind dangerous. Special treatment? At the very least it was lenient refereeing. A yellow card would perhaps have been the most widely expected outcome — a red card second — but Messi was certainly lucky to get away scot-free. ✍️ @OliverKay FREE TO READ: nyti.ms/4vVqN2V

The truth is there’s favoritism in football as much as any other field in life. FIFA are not going to send the god of football off 30 minutes in to his first World Cup match in 4 years. Once you accept this truth, you’ll be at peace

Of course Morgan Rogers would want to join the champions of England over every other team, who wouldn’t? I’m sure he’s also built relationships with Saka, Eze, and Noni in the World Cup camp. I fully expect talks to accelerate immediately after the tournament. We don’t need Barcola, but the one situation where I’d take him is if he doesn’t prevent the Morgan Rogers transfer from happening and is bought at the right price. The midfield signing is still an open question. Arsenal need to stay as far away from Tonali as possible. He’s not the right profile for the club, especially at a £100m price tag. Just go all-in for Bouaddi.

Messi still had at least three Ballon d'Ors left in him if he'd stayed in Europe. There's never been a player this good at this age. Never. Not even close. We'll never see his like again.

@FabrizioRomano The funny thing about Messi hate is that it almost always has a backstory. It’s usually because your club suffered at his hands, or your favorite player spent their entire career being endlessly compared to him.

👑 Lionel Messi becomes second top goalscorer EVER in World Cup history! 15 WC goals, same as Ronaldo Nazario. One missing to make history as Miro Klose’s record is set at 16 World Cup goals. 💥

Argentina are excellent when they dominate high possession. However, they struggle in transitional moments. Their passive 4-4-2 lacks intensity in pressing the ball and clear forward outlets on the top line, especially against man-to-man pressure. They also miss runners in behind and overall quality in transition. Bringing in a winger instead of De Paul would make a lot of sense.

Whoever gets their hands on Bradley Barcola is signing one of the most devastating technicians on the planet. I dread to think how difficult Arsenal would be to stop with this game-breaker at their disposal,but only at the right price(€60M)

@FabrizioRomano 38 year old Messi brings more defensive output than Mbappe

⭐️🇦🇷 Leo Messi now has 14 World Cup goals, same as Kylian Mbappé and Müller. Ronaldo (15) and Klose (16) on top of the list. 👀

38 year old Lionel Messi brings more defensive work rate than Kylian Mbappe.

He is still the 🐐

@FabrizioRomano Best player in world football.

✨🇫🇷 58 goals by Kylian Mbappé for France, most EVER.

Arsenal has to avoid him at all costs.