Striker

Antonio Rudiger hobbled off the field in his last match versus Switzerland but is likely to be back for Germany's impending clash in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 against Denmark. Julian Nagelsmann, the German coach, has acknowledged that Rudiger, despite a recent thigh strain, will partake in the imminent fixture against Denmark. However, he remained tight-lipped about the game-time decisions for Niclas Fullkrug and Kai Havertz. In their final Group A game, Rudiger suffered the injury, while a decisive header from Fullkrug…

Poland's gaffer, Michal Probierz, remains on the fence about Robert Lewandowski's starting role for Austria's face-off on Friday during Euro 2024. A thigh snag saw Lewandowski sit out during the prickly 2-1 tumble to the Netherlands in Poland's first Group D match. The Barcelona frontman, sidelined after a pre-match injury, returned to practice, sparking hopes he might play against Austria in Berlin. On the showdown's eve, Probierz, while confirming all squad members were fit, hesitated to confirm Lewandowski's…

Memphis Depay bids adieu to Atletico Madrid after an 18-month tenure. Originally transitioning from Barcelona with a €4million price tag, Depay signed a contract with Atleti for two and a half years in total. The Dutch forward, recently selected for Ronald Koeman's Euro 2024 squad, is departing the club a year ahead of schedule. During his stint at Atleti, Depay found the back of the net nine times over 31 league games, but was often overshadowed by the prowess of Alvaro Morata and Antoine Griezmann, resulting in just 12…

Olivier Giroud revealed that he will depart Milan for the MLS when his current deal expires, bidding farewell to Europe after a stint in Milan that culminated in a Serie A title. In the summer of 2021, the French striker made the switch to Milan from Chelsea, where he achieved success during his debut season by lifting the Serie A trophy. With a record of 48 goals from 130 appearances in all competitions, including 16 goals this season, Giroud played a pivotal role in securing a runner-up finish for Milan. Speaking to the…