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Former England midfielder Jesse Lingard Parts Ways With FC Seoul After Two Seasons in South Korea
Former England midfielder Jesse Lingard has officially confirmed that he will leave FC Seoul at the end of the 2025 season, bringing an emotional close to his two-year spell in the K League. The 32-year-old, who previously starred for Manchester United, revealed that he and the club had mutually agreed to terminate his contract, allowing him to pursue the next stage of his football career. His final appearance for the South Korean side will take place against Melbourne City in the AFC Champions League Elite fixture on December 10.
By Sneaha Zyniiabout a month ago in Cleats
Where Heart Meets Hunger: The Rise of LSU Women’s Basketball
There are moments in sports that stay with you long after the final buzzer. They live somewhere between pride and longing, where talent meets expectation and something inside you stirs. LSU women’s basketball has become one of those stories. It is a program that invites you in with its bold spirit and keeps you watching with its grit. Even if you don’t follow college basketball closely, there is something deeply human about watching a team grow, fall, rise, and push again. Their journey makes you feel something. It makes you curious about what drives them, what shapes their identity, and why their presence on the court feels larger than the scoreboard.
By Muqadas khanabout a month ago in Cleats
Ryan Flournoy: The Journey of Dreams and Quiet Determination
In a world that often celebrates noise over substance, some stories remind us of the quiet power of persistence. Ryan Flournoy’s path is one of patience, hard work, and moments of reflection that shaped the person he is today. His journey offers insight into the struggles, hopes, and small victories that often go unnoticed but define a life of purpose. Understanding his story is not just about following a name it’s about connecting with the human side of ambition, resilience, and the choices that lead us toward our own dreams. Every decision, every setback, and every triumph tells a part of a story worth paying attention to.
By Muqadas khanabout a month ago in Cleats
Top 10 Best Penalty Takers in Premier League History
Penalties are one of the most reliable ways to score goals in football. In the English Premier League, some players have stood out for their ability to convert spot kicks consistently. From rising stars to legendary forwards, these players have shown composure, accuracy, and confidence when taking penalties under pressure.
By Sports Record and Stats about a month ago in Cleats
Top 5 Footballers Who Switched to New Sports
Many professional players spend their entire lives dedicated to football. They train hard, compete at the highest level, and push themselves to reach the top. However, some athletes chose a different path and became part of the group of footballers who switched to new sports. While most continue their passion after retiring from football, some even tried balancing both sports at the same time.
By Sports Record and Stats about a month ago in Cleats
Lionel Messi's Multi-City India
Lionel Messi is expected to visit India this December for the first time in more than ten years, with Kolkata likely to be the opening stop of a four-city tour that will also take him to Ahmedabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. The trip is planned to conclude with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
By Manish Bhatia2 months ago in Cleats
Bayern Left Bruised By Arteta's Men
With Tottenham Hotspur dispatched on Sunday, attention turned to the Champions League. Bayern Munich were in town and ready to derail our European campaign. The German giants have had an almost perfect season, having won every single game, except from a draw against Union Berlin at the start of November. While on this enormous stretch of unbeaten games, they've scored 55 goals in the Bundesliga and Champions League combined, while only conceding 11. No opposition will arrive on our doorstep in better form than that. Mikel Arteta and his men had their work cut out, a win would give us maximum points after five games and Arteta knows how important that is in the grand scheme of things.
By Ethan 2 months ago in Cleats
When the Game Changes: The Emotional Storm Behind Every WPL Auction
Every year, the WPL auction arrives with a strange mix of nerves and hope. Fans wait with restless hearts, watching names appear on screens while athletes sit quietly somewhere, pretending they are not terrified. The moment feels bigger than a contract. It is a test of worth, a reminder of how dreams often depend on minutes inside a crowded room. Even if we are not athletes, there is something about the WPL auction that stirs us. We see ambition, fear, pressure and longing wrapped together. We see young women standing at the edge of life-changing news. And we cannot help wondering what it must feel like to have everything hang on a single paddle raised at the right time.
By Muqadas khan2 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Hottest Female Footballers in 2026
Women’s football is growing rapidly across the world. Female footballers are making their mark not only with their skill on the field but also with their style, confidence, and personality off it. In 2026, many players are admired for their talent as well as their charisma. This list ranks the 10 hottest female footballers in 2026, highlighting their achievements, influence, and contribution to the sport.
By Sports Record and Stats 2 months ago in Cleats
United to Blame? Everton Hold On at Old Trafford to Win 1-0 . AI-Generated.
Introduction. Manchester United fell to a disappointing defeat as Everton secured a 1–0 victory at Old Trafford. The match unfolded with unexpected drama, one exceptional goal, and long spells of pressure that ultimately went unrewarded for the home team. Everton, despite going down to ten men early, managed to leave the stadium with three points that will be remembered for their resilience.
By Saad 2 months ago in Cleats
Frank-ly, It Was All to Eze
It felt like we had to wait a lifetime to see our club back in action again. After an agonising away fixture to Sunderland, we had Tottenham Hotspur stood in our way on our path to redemption. Prior to the international break beginning, we were told that all members of our injury brigade would be back. However, Gabriel managed to sustain an injury and we got vague updates on any personnel back for the Spurs match. At one point it seemed like none were coming back, but thankfully we saw Noni Madueke back in the squad, alongside Gabriel Martinelli. That little boost was welcome, but the team that started the match was the same as what we saw against Sunderland, minus our best defender this season. The North London derby, what did Arsenal have in store for us?
By Ethan 2 months ago in Cleats
Strategic Battle Between the Giants and the Lions. AI-Generated.
Introduction The meeting between the Giants and the Lions brought together two teams with different identities and priorities. The Giants focused on controlling possession and limiting errors, while the Lions aimed to generate movement through a fast passing approach. Both teams entered the game seeking momentum and a measure of consistency. The outcome depended on how each side handled pressure, managed field position, and responded to sudden changes during key moments.
By Saad 2 months ago in Cleats