Articles for author: Jip de Wijs

Manchester City: The Downfall of a Modern Football Powerhouse

For years, Manchester City has stood as a titan in the world of football, dominating the Premier League and establishing themselves as one of the most feared teams in Europe. However, recent months have painted a starkly different picture for the club. A series of uncharacteristic losses, waning form, and questions about team dynamics have ...

Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Interim Impact at Manchester United as Ruben Amorim Prepares to Take Over

Manchester United has brought in a familiar face to lead the team temporarily, with Ruud van Nistelrooy stepping up as interim manager following Erik ten Hag’s departure in late October 2024. Known for his clinical goal-scoring prowess during his playing days at United, Van Nistelrooy took charge to stabilize the squad ahead of Ruben Amorim’s ...

Ballon d’Or 2024 Highlights: Rodri bests Vinicius to win men’s best player award, Real Madrid named club of the year

2024 Ballon d’Or Highlights: Carlo Ancelotti was named as the coach of the year in the men’s division while Lamine Yamal was named as the young player of the year. Manchester City and Spain’s midfielder Rodri won the 2024 men’s Ballon d’Or during the 68th award ceremony on Monday night at the Theatre du Chatelet ...

The new Barca signing

Wojciech Szczęsny, the Polish goalkeeper, has had an impressive career with achievements at both club and international levels. Here’s a breakdown of his journey: 1. Early Career 2. Arsenal Career (2009–2017) 3. Juventus Career (2017–Present) 4. International Career with Poland 5. Playing Style and Reputation Summary of Szczęsny’s Major Honors:

The New UEFA Conference League Format: What’s Changing in 2024?

The UEFA Europa Conference League, Europe’s third-tier continental competition, is also set to undergo significant changes from the 2024-2025 season. As part of UEFA’s overall restructuring of its European tournaments, the new format will bring the Conference League in line with the revamped Champions League and Europa League. These changes aim to offer more matches, ...

The New UEFA Europa League Format: A Comprehensive Overview

Starting from the 2024-2025 season, the UEFA Europa League, like its elite counterpart, the Champions League, will undergo significant changes to its format. This revamped system aims to create a more competitive environment, while also aligning with the new vision of European football competitions under UEFA’s evolving structure. The updated format brings more matches, a ...

San Siro stripped of hosting the 2027 Champions league final

The famous stadium, home to both Inter and Milan, had originally been selected to host European football’s showpiece event. However, the UEFA Executive Committee decided to suspend the final decision during a meeting in May. This pause was to allow the Italian Football Federation to submit further information on refurbishment plans for the stadium, but ...

The New UEFA Champions League Format: What You Need to Know

Starting in the 2024-2025 season, the UEFA Champions League will undergo one of the biggest changes in its history, introducing a new format that revolutionizes Europe’s premier football competition. This overhaul is designed to increase excitement, broaden participation, and offer a more competitive structure to determine Europe’s best football club. Here’s a detailed breakdown of ...