Soccer is a team sport played by a team of 11 players against another team of 11 players on a field (uncategorized).
The team has one designated goalkeeper and 10 outfield players. Outfield players are usually specialised in attacking or defending or both. A team is typically split into defenders, midfielders and forwards, though there is no restriction on players moving anywhere on the pitch.
It is known as soccer in North America, but is called football in most of the rest of the world. Its full name is Association Football.
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A deal was agreed last week and will complete today ahead of the transfer window closing at 11pm this evening.
Boniface, 18, joined the West Londoners aged nine and was named Academy Scholar of the Year in 2022/23, but is yet to make a senior appearance.
The Londoner has been capped by England at U15, U16, U17 and U18 levels, but is also eligible for Nigeria.
Town view Boniface as one for the future and is not expected to be involved with Kieran McKenna’s squad anytime soon.
Joe Ayodele-Aribo, a midfielder for Southampton and the Super Eagles, has stated that his team will do everything in their power to stay in the English Premier League at the end of the season, according to Soccernet.ng.
Paul Onuachu’s goal in the 87th minute gave the Saints their first away victory of the season Wednesday at Portman Road. Aribo and Onuachu were the first Super Eagles players to score in a victory for St.
Mary Stadium yesterday, making Southampton’s triumph another memorable one.
Since I was at the left center back and was trying to sprint as I was rushing over, but I had nothing left in my legs and was only jogging with my hands out, the late winner [from Onuachu] was a huge relief. So, yes, that was a wonderful sensation.
The late winner [from Onuachu] was a tremendous relief since I was at the left center back and was running over, attempting to sprint, but I had nothing left in my legs and was only jogging with my hands out.
That was a beautiful feeling, then.
Aribo, who was played out of position in the game was named Man of the Match.
“Joe] for me is a great guy; everything for the team.
He doesn’t care if he is a forward, at the back or in the middle,” Juric told the club’s official website.
“Today he played left centre-back and I think he did a great second half. We worked really hard, really well, and Joe today was great.
Town have made four changes for this afternoon’s crucial bottom-of-the-table clash against Southampton at Portman Road with Aro Muric, Jens Cajuste and Nathan Broadhead returning to the XI and Julio Enciso making his full debut.
Muric takes over in goal from Christian Walton, who suffered a groin strain at Anfield last week having started the last five matches, with Cieran Slicker the sub keeper.
Cajuste comes back into central midfield alongside skipper Sam Morsy, who makes his 150th start for the club, with Kalvin Phillips on the bench.
Ensico, who came off the bench at Liverpool last week, looks set to be in the centre of the three behind Liam Delap with Omari Hutchinson on the right and Nathan Broadhead on the left.
Ben Johnson and Jaden Philogene are among the subs having started last week, while Wes Burns is out for the season having suffered an ACL injury.
Southampton give debuts to January signings Welington, a Brazilian left-back, and Danish international midfielder Albert Gronbaek, while England keeper Aaron Ramsdale is back in goal with ex-Blues loanee Alex McCarthy dropping to the bench.
Another former loanee James Bree starts for the Saints, but there’s no place for Flynn Downes in the squad. Jack Stephens, Tyler Dibling and Kamaldeen Sulemana are all on the bench after returning from injury.
Town: Muric, Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Greaves, Davis, Morsy (c), Cajuste, Hutchinson, Enciso, Broadhead, Delap. Subs: Slicker, Johnson, Godfrey, Townsend, Phillips, Taylor, J. Clarke, Philogene, Hirst.
Southampton: Ramsdale, Walker-Peters, Harwood-Bellis, Aribo, Bree, Fernandes, Ugochukwu, Gronbaek, Onuachu, Welington, Bednarek (c). Subs: McCarthy, Stephens, Smallbone, Armstrong, Lallana, Sugawara, Sulemana, Dibling, Bella-Kotchap. Referee: Michael Oliver (Ashington). VAR: Jarred Gillett.
Last Saturday, Forest was dragged back to earth after suffering a crushing defeat at Bournemouth, when they gave up five goals.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s team is still in third position, but they are now only three points behind Newcastle United, who are in fifth place, as they attempt to maintain their Champions League qualifying slot.
In Saturday’s early kickoff slot, the Premier League’s unexpected top performers must overcome Brighton, while the Seagulls also need to bounce back from their lackluster home loss to the resurgent Everton the previous weekend.
Before falling to the Toffees, the south coast team had won two straight league games after going on a losing streak.
Brighton has six confirmed absences and several injury concerns going into the Midlands. Jason Steele, Igor, and Ferdi Kadioglu are absent in defense, and Mats Wieffer and James Milner are out in midfield.
Though there are rumors that Evan Ferguson would leave in January, the Irishman will be sidelined for the Forest match due to injury.
Well, it’s probably more than safe to say that the first meeting between Jedd Fisch’s Washington Huskies and the Oregon Ducks didn’t go the way any Washington Husky football fan would have wanted.
In Fisch’s first season leading the Huskies, Washington suffered a 28-point loss to the Ducks in Eugene, Oregon. That sort of rivalry loss in Autzen Stadium? Well, it sucked.
And it really wasn’t encouraging seeing Demond Williams Jr. routinely pummeled and sacked with ease in that rivalry game. I, for one, didn’t enjoy seeing that and I’m sure the young quarterback in his first start ever didn’t enjoy experiencing that.
But this coming Washington Husky football season, Jedd Fisch and the Huskies won’t have to go to Eugene to meet up with the Ducks. Instead, Dan Lanning will be bringing the Oregon football team to Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium.
Unless something bizarre happens between now and when UW hosts the Ducks, Washington and Oregon will meet up in Husky Stadium on November 29 to wrap up the regular season.
And Washington will take on a number of tough tests before we even see the Huskies get to play the Ducks during UW’s second season under Fisch’s guidance. Washington also gets the distinct pleasure of playing a schedule that features the Ohio State Buckeyes, Michigan Wolverines, Illinois Fighting Illini, and Wisconsin Badgers. Oh, and the Apple Cup is in there as well.
So, there are plenty of tough tests for Fisch and the Huskies this season. And of course, that regular season finale against the Oregon Ducks. But, well, at least the final regular season game of the 2025 Washington Husky schedule will be in Husky Stadium.
And here’s to hoping that Fisch and the Huskies will be able to find a way to take the Oregon Ducks down in that final regular season game.
Fans of Liverpool and Arsenal might be interested in this afternoon’s update from transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano. Romano has stated that Premier League teams are already in talks to sign highly-regarded teenage Ajax defender Jorrel Hato before the summer, despite the fact that he makes no mention of the Gunners or the Reds.
Despite not transferring this January, Hato appears to be a player to keep an eye on during the upcoming transfer window, as he has been connected to both Liverpool and Arsenal by other sources. “I will never apologize!” Which former Arsenal player claims he was “really p***ed off” with the treatment he received before to departing? Journalist Graeme Bailey recently revealed that Liverpool was interested in the Netherlands international, and The Athletic has connected Hato to Arsenal as a target. Given Romano’s recent update on Hato’s future, it’s possible that these teams—as well as others—are already working to get his signature for the upcoming campaign.
Morgantown, WV – The news hit West Virginia University fans like a gut punch last week as star quarterback Garrett Greene was suspended indefinitely from the Mountaineers football team. The talented dual-threat quarterback, who had become the heart and soul of the team, has been a standout for the Mountaineers this season, leading them through some tough matchups and showcasing his impressive skill set. Now, with his future on the field uncertain, both the team and its passionate fanbase are left grappling with the fallout of this unexpected suspension.
Greene, known for his electrifying plays and leadership, has been a key figure in the Mountaineers’ offensive scheme. His ability to break off big runs and make precision passes has made him a fan favorite. It seemed like his time in Morgantown was just beginning to hit its stride, with hopes of a promising season ahead. However, the indefinite suspension has left a cloud of uncertainty hanging over both Greene’s career and the team’s prospects for the rest of the season.
Although the university has yet to release specific details about the nature of the suspension, speculation is running rampant in Morgantown. Fans have flooded social media with their thoughts and concerns, with many pleading for answers and for Greene to be reinstated as soon as possible. The community’s outcry has been loud, with supporters organizing rallies and even creating social media campaigns demanding that the talented quarterback be brought back to the field.
“I just don’t understand why this is happening,” said one fan, visibly emotional at a recent game. “Garrett is the reason we’ve had any excitement this season. He’s the heart of this team. We need him back.”
For the players, Greene’s absence is a significant loss. His leadership on and off the field is hard to replace, and his energy has been contagious throughout the locker room. Coaches have expressed their disappointment as well, emphasizing the impact Greene has had on both the team’s morale and their on-field performance. Without him, the Mountaineers face a tough challenge as they head into the remainder of the season, relying on backup quarterbacks to step up in his place.
“Garrett’s leadership is unmatched,” said head coach Neal Brown. “He’s an incredible talent, and we’re hoping this situation resolves itself quickly. We want nothing more than for him to return to the field with us.”
As fans wait for clarity on Greene’s suspension, the rallying cry for his return continues to grow louder. Social media platforms have been flooded with posts that range from heartfelt messages to calls for university officials to reconsider the suspension. #WeWantHimBack has become a trending hashtag among the West Virginia faithful, with thousands of fans sharing their support for the young quarterback.
“Garrett’s not just a player. He’s a symbol of what it means to be a Mountaineer,” one fan posted. “We stand by him and we want him back!”
While the situation remains unclear, one thing is certain: Garrett Greene has won the hearts of Mountaineer Nation. The indefinite suspension may have temporarily derailed the team’s momentum, but the love and support from fans may be the fuel needed to get Greene back on the field where he belongs. The community stands united in their hope for his swift return, and only time will tell how this chapter in West Virginia football will unfold.
PHILADELPHIA — Lakers coach JJ Redick second-guessed his decision to insert rookie Bronny James into his rotation in Los Angeles’ 118-104 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday.
“Maybe put him in a tough spot,” Redick said after James went 0-for-5 with three turnovers in 15 minutes. “Flying up yesterday, nationally televised game in Philly and all that stuff. He didn’t play well, but he’s been playing great in the stay-ready games, and he’s been playing great in the G [League].”
James was on assignment with the South Bay Lakers, L.A.’s G League affiliate, when the Lakers recalled him Monday to join them in the middle of their five-game road trip.
The Lakers’ No. 55 pick in the second round in June, the eldest son of star LeBron James, had not played meaningful minutes for L.A. since opening night when the James family became the first father-son duo in NBA history to play in a game together.
With backup Gabe Vincent (left knee) sidelined the past two games, Redick gave Bronny a shot in the first quarter against Philadelphia with L.A. up 17-9.
“Just felt like on a back-to-back, just him giving us energy, I think, was the goal,” Redick said. “I have confidence in him, but obviously didn’t provide that at a high level.”
The 6-foot-2 guard struggled immediately, with the Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey (43 points) attacking him defensively to score and then turning it over on a bad pass to Anthony Davis on offense, leading to a transition dunk for Guerschon Yabusele.
“He’s a fast guard,” Bronny said of Maxey. “Amazing touch. Can shoot it. I was trying to stand my ground. Just trying to play as hard as I can and bring as much energy as I can. That’s all.”
He added that the call-up to the Lakers, a few days after scoring a season-high 31 points in the G League, caught him off guard.
“It just came out of nowhere, so I was always trying to stay ready to play and always keeping my mind right,” he said.
Despite the rough night, Bronny still cited growth since opening night when he closed out the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves with his dad.
“I feel like I’m a whole lot more prepared now,” he said. “Again, just coming out and staying ready after the G League stint and the season being down the road a little bit more, just staying ready. And coming in, playing smart.”
LeBron said his son’s growth will continue with more opportunities.
“Obviously, it’s his first extensive minutes with us,” LeBron said. “We had that first game where it was just a moment — and that was a great moment. But tonight was his first opportunity to be with the big guys, be with the big club, and he’s going to continue to use that and get better and better.”
Both Kieran Tierney and Neto are expected to start for Arsenal against Girona in the Champions League’s final first-phase match.
ation ReachSportShop Book an Ad Jobs About Us Contact Us Newsletters Signup Neto and Riccardo Calafiori start, six rested, Merino in – Arsenal predicted XI vs Girona Neto and Kieran Tierney are both predicted to start for Arsenal in final Champions League match of the first phase against Girona. Share ByTom CantonFootball Writer 06:00, 29 JAN 2025 Bookmark Neto and Riccardo Calafiori are in contention to start for Arsenal in their Champions League clash with Girona Neto and Riccardo Calafiori are in contention to start for Arsenal in their Champions League clash with Girona (Image: Jean Catuffe/Getty Images) Mikel Arteta can take the attention away from the officiating controversies of the weekend to look instead to Europe. While perhaps Arsenal would prefer a week off ahead
Making his long-awaited debut following his loan move from Bournemouth. The Brazilian was cup-tied in the League Cup and like Aaron Ramsdale before him, gets a chance in the final European match of the first stage of the competition with very little to play for.
Naturally, it is practically impossible for every typical starter to be rested but Jurrien Timber is surely one near the top of the list. With both Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu not returned and some fitness doubts about Josh Nichols, Partey is basically the only choice.
After having a great match in the role against Dinamo Zagreb minus one blunder, it makes natural that Jakub Kiwior would again come back into the mix for this low-stakes encounter.
A threat from set pieces and one of Arsenal’s most reliable choices in defence. It makes logical to keep him on the team because he is the most reliable defender.
Mikel Arteta will want to play more in Riccardo Calafiori’s legs after he recovers from his injury. He and the squad have benefited greatly from his goal over the weekend, and he hopes that trend continues.
Chelsea are interested in signing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap to strengthen their forward line.
Several other clubs have been linked with him, but it has been claimed that Chelsea are in pole position to sign Liam Delap.
With Ipswich Town fighting for their lives at the bottom of the Premier League table, though, the Blues may have to wait until the summer to land the 21-year-old. Ipswich will not want to sell their talisman in the middle of the season with what is at stake.
Nevertheless, it looks like they have been in talks with Chelsea over a potential deal and have even used discussions as an opportunity to ask for one of their players.
One Chelsea player who could leave Stamford Bridge before the transfer market closes next week is Carney Chukwuemeka.
The midfielder is not part of Enzo Maresca‘s plans, failing to make a single appearance in the Premier League this season.
However, one club whom he is unlikely to join this month is Ipswich. Journalist Simon Phillips recently shared on his Substack Si Phillips Talks Chelsea that in Chelsea’s initial talks with Ipswich about Delap, the newly-promoted club “asked for” Chukwuemeka, but the 21-year-old is “not interested” in a move there.
Chukwuemeka is a talented footballer who can play in midfield, an area where Chelsea have had problems.
Romeo Lavia cannot stay fit, while Enzo Fernandez has had a couple of very minor issues this season.
Even so, Maresca has still overlooked Chukwuemeka in the current campaign, not even handing him a single minute of football in the top flight.
His treatment has been harsh; Chukwuemeka should have got more of a look-in, especially in the absence of Lavia. It really is a surprise that the Chelsea head coach has not been criticised for his handling of the England youth international.