Hadley · Non League Premier - Northern - Play-offs · Defender · #0 · England · 0 yrs
According to Goal, Bayern Munich is closing in on a deal for PSV Eindhoven attacker Ismael Saibari. The German champion has reportedly improved its offer for the Morocco international, with the latest proposal worth €53 million. PSV is holding out for a club-record fee before agreeing to sell one of its most important players. Bayern […] The post Bayern Munich improves Saibari offer appeared first on SoccerNews.
Even the finest miss out on a place at the finals and for those who do get there, decisions can make or break a dreamIsmail Elfath was taking his children to the park near his home in Texas when a message arrived. “Congratulations,” it read. Elfath hugged his wife. Fifa had selected him for his second World Cup. Relief and pride swept over him. “Going to a World Cup is the dream of every referee, but going to a second one means you have stayed consistent for eight years plus,” he said.For referees, the World Cup is the pinnacle. The tournament comes around only every four years, and only a tiny number make the cut. “First you have to be the best in your own country, and even then you might not be selected,” the former Swiss referee Urs Meier said. Continue reading...