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The weekend preview

Serie A is upon us again and much attention will be focused on Juventus this season after they made a number of signings in an attempt to come out of what has been a dark period by their standards.
They play Chievo Verona at home on Sunday and Brazilian midfielder Diego (pictured), a summer signing from [...]

The weekend round-up

England – Premier League: The first game of the new season in England saw Chelsea grab a late goal to beat Hull 2-1 at home and seal three points on Carlo Ancelotti’s competitive debut as blues manager. Didier Drogba impressed with both goals.
Arsenal opened their campaign with a stunning 6-1 demolition away to Everton at [...]

UEFA unveils goal referees

Was it over the line, did the winger with the white boots dive and was the keeper outside the area when he handled that ball?
These are just some of the questions UEFA hopes will be answered by the much-anticipated arrival of extra officials at the highest level from next season.
European football’s governing body has announced [...]

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