Real Madrid are hoping that the world takes notice of the fact they are wearing green rather than white today… The Toe Poke Daily is here every day to bring you all the weirdest stories, quirkiest viral content and top trolling that the internet has to offer, all in one place. Jump to: Mbappe gets
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5:03 PM ET Serie A leaders Inter Milan failed to make the most of several Roma gifts as they were held to a 0-0 draw at San Siro on Friday to move a provisional two points clear of Juventus. The result put Inter on 38 points but gave champions Juve the chance to regain top
Despite reports he was at odds with MLS while coach of the USMNT, Jurgen Klinsmann discusses the importance of the league for young U.S. players. In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Jurgen Klinsmann assesses the talent in the U.S. player pool and stresses the importance of youth development. Jurgen Klinsmann wants Hertha Berlin to follow
Ian Darke believes Arsenal are in a crisis with no manager likely to join the club midseason. Steve Nicol is skeptical the Gunners would pay a premium for Atletico manager Diego Simeone. Stewart Robson explains why Rafa Benitez may be the most practical option to manage Arsenal. Freddie Ljungberg is taking the Arsenal job match
Nigel Pearson has not managed in the Premier League since 2015. Nigel Pearson has been named the new Watford coach, the club announced on Friday, with the hiring comes a week after Quique Sanchez Flores was sacked. Watford said in a statement on their website that Pearson was given an initial contract until the end of
After Alan Pulido confirms his departure from Chivas, Herc Gomez assesses where his most likely destination is. Ale Moreno explains why he doesn’t believe 31 year old Chicharito should be the face of an MLS team. Alejandro Moreno questions whether Luis Suarez has enough left in the tank to be the star-man for Inter Miami.
Aleksander Ceferin has blasted Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez for looking to create world leagues . UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin criticised Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez on Friday for reportedly planning a “selfish and egotistical scheme” to create world leagues. Perez has approached financiers about backing the creation of two world leagues, each with 20
Sid Lowe explains why it will be tough for Real Madrid to move on from Gareth Bale in January. Steve Nicol urges Man United to do everything in their power to keep Paul Pogba from leaving for Real Madrid. Ale Moreno says Napoli can’t afford to sell Kalidou Koulibaly to Real Madrid with the club
Chris Smalling and Romelu Lukaku were on the front page of an Italian newspaper. Inter Milan and Roma have condemned Thursday’s front page of Italian newspaper Il Corriere dello Sport. The newspaper’s front page previewed Inter’s Friday night clash against Roma with a photo of both Romelu Lukaku and Chris Smalling above the headline “Black
The transfer windows in Europe’s top leagues are closed, but it’s never too early to look forward to January. Click here to view the latest transfers, and keep up to date with the newest gossip below. TOP STORY: Dortmund could beat heavyweights to Haaland Europe’s most coveted young striker, Erling Haaland, could be available for
Ale Moreno wonders whether Mikel Arteta would rather manage Arsenal or Everton if both options were available. Everton have sacked Marco Silva with the club 18th in the Premier League table after winning only four of their opening 15 league games this season. The club made the announcement a day after Everton suffered a 5-2
After Alan Pulido confirms his departure from Chivas, Herc Gomez assesses where his most likely destination is. Oscar Pareja is Orlando City’s new manager, the team announced on Wednesday. The hire has been widely expected for some time after Pareja was recently dismissed by Liga MX side Tijuana. His previous association with Orlando EVP of
Real Madrid had their annual Christmas party on Wednesday night and Gareth Bale showed up for the first time. Thankfully he got prankster Marcelo on the club’s list of secret Santa presents. The Toe Poke Daily is here every day to bring you all the weirdest stories, quirkiest viral content and top trolling that the
Alejandro Moreno thinks AC Milan are bordering on “irrelevant” and Zlatan Ibrahimovic will look elsewhere. The Serie Awesome crew debate whether or not Serie A needs Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The FC guys try to wrap their head around rumours that Zlatan Ibrahimovic could head to Spurs. Craig Burley explains how Zlatan Ibrahimovic would give Jurgen Klopp
Bordeaux fans stormed the pitch to protest against the club’s president. A group of Bordeaux Ultras invaded the pitch during their Ligue 1 match with Nimes on Tuesday, forcing the referee to delay the game for 25 minutes. The club’s supporters, known as the Ultramarines, stormed onto the pitch to protest against president Frederic Longuepe.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer defends Paul Pogba, who has been absent for Manchester United with an injury. Zinedine Zidane and the Real Madrid hierarchy remain at odds over the signing of Paul Pogba, with the coach “desperate” for the Manchester United midfielder but president Florentino Perez deeming him overpriced. Madrid will look to strengthen their midfield
Ale Moreno explains why he doesn’t believe 31 year old Chicharito should be the face of an MLS team. Alejandro Moreno questions whether Luis Suarez has enough left in the tank to be the star-man for Inter Miami. Relive Bradley Wright-Phillips’ memorable moments throughout the years with New York Red Bulls. Vancouver Whitecaps coach Marc
Julien Laurens says Lionel Messi separated himself from other Ballon d’Or finalists by carrying Barcelona. Craig Burley believes Lionel Messi is single-handedly covering up deficiencies at Barcelona. Shaka Hislop believes Barcelona are far too reliant on Lionel Messi’s “superhuman” performances in recent years. Lionel Messi gave Barcelona fans a fright after winning the Ballon d’Or on
Mario Balotelli has been told he can leave Brescia on a free transfer. Brescia owner Massimo Cellino has said forward Mario Balotelli can leave the club on a free transfer in January. Balotelli, who was born in Brescia, joined in the summer but has managed just two goals in six matches with the club rooted
CAPE TOWN — Germany’s Bundesliga has a growing reputation as one of the most ‘watchable’ top leagues in the world, and is hoping to use that perception to grow its footprint in Africa in the coming years. The English Premier League and Spanish LaLiga have, for some time, had a strong presence in Africa, boosted