⚽️ News and updates before the weekend’s football action⚽️ Premier League: 10 things to watch out for | Mail JohnMatthias Jaissle revealed that summer signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo is edging closer to starting for Newcastle.The 21-year-old forward arrived on Tyneside from Lille on deadline day and has featured as a substitute in Newcastle’s last two matches. Speaking ahead of Monday’s clash with Leeds, Jaissle said: “Yeah, he’s getting closer. I said that we need to be smart with his load management. Now he’s getting more and more minutes. Continue reading...
Newcastle United have continued to reshape their backroom staff under Matthias Jaissle, with another experienced performance specialist arriving at St James’ Park. The Magpies have undergone significant behind-the-scenes changes since Jaissle took charge, with the German manager bringing in several members of his own coaching team as he looks to establish his methods at the […] The post Newcastle United make another significant behind-the-scenes change under Jaissle appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The German Football Association's (DFB) sporting tribunal has upheld Elversberg’s renewed appeal against head coach Vincent Wagner’s suspension following the red card he received for two bookable offences in the Bundesliga match at Borussia Mönchengladbach last weekend.
This has been a busy summer at Newcastle - both in terms of ins and outs - but tying Lewis Hall down is a particularly significant move. It was just last month that Matthias Jaissle replied "no chance" when Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel informed him that his former side were looking at Hall. It also rewards Hall for his development since he arrived from Chelsea as a raw left-back three years ago.
Cristiano Ronaldo could have a huge massive boost as Al Nassr could reportedly clear Kingsley Coman off for Al Nassr's debut in the 26-27 AFC Champions League Elite. Cristiano Ronaldo will make his return to Asia’s premier club competition in the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite, marking what could potentially be his final campaign to capture the trophy. With their sights set on the opener, the Portuguese superstar could receive a major tactical boost, as Al Nassr are reportedly targeting the return of winger Kingsley Coman. Al Nassr next travel to face Al Khaleej on Saturday for Matchday 7 of the Saudi Pro League. However, manager Ange Postecoglou is expected to manage squad rotation and limit minutes for stars like Ronaldo ahead of Tuesday, September 15, when the club opens its continental schedule against Al Ain. One key status to monitor leading into the match is Coman, who sustained an injury during the recent fixture against Al Ittihad. Diagnostic testing proved optimistic, with an MRI confirming the French international suffered only a mild hamstring tear. According to Saudi outlet Arriyadiyah, Al Nassr’s medical staff could clear Coman to return for the AFC Champions League Elite opener against Al Ain. While continuing his recovery protocol at the club’s training facilities, he has already been ruled out for Saturday’s league match against Al Khaleej. Kingsley Coman of Al Nassr. (Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) The start of the 2026-27 campaign has proven frustrating for Coman, who has yet to record a goal or assist through six appearances for Al Nassr. However, his 1-v-1 isolation skills and service remain vital components of the attack alongside Ronaldo, making his inclusion a potential game-changer. Cristiano Ronaldo looking to conquer Asia Ronaldo signaled ahead of the 2026-27 season that the campaign could mark his final year as a active professional. Having earned the moniker “Mr. Champions League” across Europe after lifting five titles while setting the competition’s all-time scoring record, the Portuguese forward aims to add an Asian continental trophy to his resume. This season represents Ronaldo’s third appearance in the AFC Champions League with Al Nassr. His debut run came during the 2023-24 campaign, where he recorded six goals and two assists in nine matches before Al Nassr suffered a quarterfinal elimination against eventual champions Al Ain in a penalty shootout. His second run in 2024-25 produced his finest individual returns, with Ronaldo scoring eight goals in eight matches. However, Japanese club Kawasaki Frontale ended Al Nassr’s run in the semifinals with a 3-2 victory on Saudi soil before falling to Al Ahli in the final.
Lewis Hall has reportedly agreed a new contract in principle with Newcastle United, having been touted as a target for Manchester United. The post Jaissle ‘in love’ with Newcastle full-back Hall amid new contract reports appeared first on SoccerNews.
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