Cong Phuong called Chanathip before moving to J.League; Midfielder Le Tan Tai retired at the age of 39

Cong Phuong called Chanathip before going to J.League

Nguyen Cong Phuong revealed that he called Thai star Chanathip Songkrasin before moving to J.League to play for Yokohama FC.

“Before coming to Japan, I had a video call with Chanathip Songkrasin. I was very happy to talk to him.”

“It was a private call between Chanathip and I so I can’t share. When we meet on the pitch, I think it will be an exciting and worth-watching match between Yokohama FC and Chanathip’s Kawasaki Frontale. I haven’t had a chance to talk to another Thai player playing in Japan, Supachok. I just had a chance to meet him when Vietnam played Thailand.”

According to the schedule, Yokohama FC will meet Kawasaki Frontale on May 20, 2023. If Cong Phuong and Chanathip play, it will be a very interesting match with representatives from Southeast Asia.

Midfielder Le Tan Tai retires at the age of 39

At the beginning of the 2023 season, midfielder Le Tan Tai officially withdrew from playing for any team due to age. The quiet farewell of this veteran player at the age of 39 made many people regret.

Erik Ten Hag: The one who knows the times is a true hero

Ten Hag's goal in his first season in charge of Man United was not to compete for the championship. However, he is now only one match away from his first title with the Red Devils. This will be a great opportunity for him to build his position and standing at Old Trafford.

Iron discipline is Ten Hag's guiding principle. He is facing a golden opportunity to take the first step on the path to becoming the most influential coach at MU since Sir Alex Ferguson. Don't miss it, Ten Hag.

Varane suddenly leaves the French national team at the age of 29

Centre-back Raphael Varane has stunned France by announcing his retirement from international football at the age of 29, despite being tipped to be the next captain of Les Bleus.

The Manchester United star was a key figure in France's 2018 World Cup triumph in Russia and has also made 93 appearances for his country over the past decade.

Varane's retirement marks the end of an era for Les Bleus, after Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris also announced his retirement from international football last month.

Why did Arsenal break their transfer strategy to sign Jorginho?

Jorginho has not been a suitable player for Arsenal's transfer strategy in recent seasons, but the Gunners still agreed to spend money to recruit the 31-year-old midfielder.

Since the summer of 2015, Arsenal have signed five players over the age of 30. Three of them - Petr Cech, David Luiz and Willian - joined the Gunners from Chelsea. Jorginho is the fourth Blue to arrive at the Emirates, becoming Arsenal's oldest signing since Willian.

Given Willian's struggles, it's no surprise that some Arsenal fans are worried. Not least because the Gunners' success this season has been built on a recruitment model that targets almost exclusively young players, who are willing to accept lower wages and have a resale value.

Real Madrid 2-0 Valencia: Two decisive minutes

In the make-up match of round 17 of La Liga, Real Madrid scored 2 quick goals in just 2 minutes to defeat Valencia 2-0, thereby persistently chasing the top team Barcelona.

Currently, the White Vultures are in 2nd place with 45 points, 5 points behind Barca.

At 8:00 p.m. on February 5, Real will visit Mallorca in round 20 of La Liga.