Even though Yankee Gooner took a long, needed vacation, the football world took zero time off. So, what have I missed recently? In no particular order here are a few of the top stories Yankee Gooner needs to catch-up on… Spain wins the World Cup against a very poor and…
Pepe Alvarez reports Jose Mourinho does not consider Vinicius Junior “essential” for his new Real Madrid. The Spanish club will not close the door if a good offer comes in this summer for Vini Jr.
Jack Rosser is reporting Arsenal and Newcastle United are nearing an agreement for Bruno Guimaraes to move to north London this summer. The transfer fee is expected to be around $94-million (USD).
Former Man City defender John Stones appears to be on his way to signing with Inter Milan in Italy’s Serie A. Arsenal was considering to look at the 32-year-old as a possible replacement for the injured William Saliba.
Polymarket has given Arsenal a 37% chance of winning the Premier League this season. Manchester City has been given a 30% chance.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has decided to leave the club effective immediately. Howe will be replace by Al-Ahli manager Matthias Jaissle.
Multiple reports in Europe indicated Fabio Vieiro a will sign a permanent contract and stay at Hamburger SV following his year-long loan spell away from Arsenal.
Arsenal Women will open their 2026/2027 WSL schedule on September 6th at Brighton and Hove Albion. The team’s home opener in the WSL will be v Crystal Palace on September 13th in Emirates Stadium.
OPTA has listed the English Premier League as the strongest football league in the world. Spain’s La Ligas and Germany’s Bundesliga are ranked 2nd and third, respectively. The USA’s MLS is ranked 19th.
Aug 5 – Real Betis (Dublin)
Aug 9 – Borussia Dortmund (H)
Aug 12 – Coma 1907 (A)
Aug 16 – Manchester City (Cardiff)
Aug 21 – Coventry City (H)
William Saliba – Back
Jurrien Timber – Groin
