Emanuel Rosu

Emanuel Rosu

Global football specialist  |  BUCHAREST

Emanuel Rosu follows world soccer for OG News. He's freelanced for the BBC, The Guardian, FourFourTwo, Goal, and the New York Times. He's part of the "Ballon d'Or" jury, representing Romania in the vote that rewards the best soccer player in the world each year. He is based in Bucharest, Romania.

Cristiano Ronaldo is on route to play his fifth World Cup tournament after Portugal's qualification. (Image: Twitter/adeptosfr)
Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo to Play His Fifth World Cup as Portugal Qualifies for Qatar 2022

Portugal and Poland booked their tickets for the World Cup in Qatar following 2-0 wins over North Macedonia and Sweden respectively. North Macedonia couldn’t repeat its miracle performance from last week. After beating Italy in Palermo on Friday, a second shock didn’t come in Porto. Bruno Fernandes scored both of […]

Roman Abramovich is regarded by Ukraine as a go-between  with Russia. (Image: express.co.uk)
Abramovich

Roman Abramovich Suffered Symptoms of Suspected Poisoning After Talks in Ukraine

After attending peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich found himself among a group who suffered symptoms similar to those experienced by poisoning victims. According to the Wall Street Journal, Abramovich is understood to have developed red eyes, painful tearing, and peeling skin on his face and […]

Ovidiu Hategan is part of the Elite Class of UEFA referees. (Image: frf.ro)
Ovidiu Hategan

Referee Ovidiu Hategan in Stable Condition Following Heart Attack

Romanian Etite Class referee Ovidiu Hategan suffered a heart attack on Sunday evening while at home with his family. He was immediately taken to the hospital where doctors implanted a stent. Hategan spoke to the Romanian FA’s website and said he was fine following the medical intervention. “I’m feeling well […]

North Macedonia upset Italy and eliminated them from the World Cup playoffs. Trajkovski scored the only goal of the match in stoppage time. (Image: Twitter/euro2024)

Italy Knocked Out of World Cup Race by North Macedonia

Less than eight months after celebrating their European Championship triumph following a thrilling final against England, Italy slipped on home soil in front of North Macedonia and lost every chance of playing at the World Cup in Qatar. Italy’s defeat in Palermo is one of the biggest shocks of the […]

Roman Abramovich remains a highly popular face among Chelsea's supporters. (Image: sportsmole.co.uk(
Abramovich

Ukrainian President Zelensky Asked Biden Not to Sanction Abramovich

Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich has seen all of his assets frozen in the UK and in the European Union, including Chelsea, the English football club he’s owned since 2003. The United States was planning to sanction him as well, but Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky asked President Biden to wait. According […]

The Allegiant Stadium is home to the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. (Image: mobilesportsnews.com)
El Clasico in Las Vegas

Real Madrid and Barcelona Expected to Play Friendly in Las Vegas this Summer

Arch-rivals Real Madrid and FC Barcelona have plans to travel to the United States for their preseason preparation over the summer. The two are in advanced talks for a friendly El Clasico in Las Vegas, according to Marca. Real and Barcelona were supposed to meet at the Allegiant Stadium in […]

El Clasico: Real Madrid vs Barcelona is one of the most anticipated matches of the European football season. (Image: Twitter/realmadrid)
El Clasico: Real Madrid vs Barcelona

What You Need to Know Before Betting on El Clasico: Real Madrid vs Barcelona

Arch-rivals Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are separated by 15 points in the La Liga table, but don’t let that be an indicator of their current form. Barcelona, who also has a game in hand, has improved massively under Xavi and recovered its playing identity. The Catalan giants have climbed […]

Chelsea enjoyed great success in Abramovich's 19 years of ownership. (Image: Twitter/chelseafc)
Chelsea

Chicago Cubs Owners in Joint Bid to Buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich

The Ricketts Family — who are the owners of the Chicago Cubs — along with billionaire Ken Griffin, have submitted a formal bid to buy Chelsea on Friday, which was the deadline day for receiving proposals. On Wednesday, the Ricketts family issued a statement about Chelsea, and said they and […]

Russian clubs and national teams were banned from competing internationally after Putin's invasion of Ukraine. (Image: Facebook/rfsruofficial)
Russia Ukraine War

UEFA Ban on Russian Teams Upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport

Russian football teams were banned from playing in UEFA and FIFA competitions following Ukraine’s invasion by Vladimir Putin’s troops. Russian football authorities appealed the decision in Lausanne, but an urgent ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld the sanctions. This decision doesn’t apply to Russia’s chances of […]

Erling Haaland has scored at a fantastic rate for Dortmund since joining from RB Salzburg in January 2020. (Image: Twitter/erlinghaaland)
Erling Haaland

Manchester City Offers Unbeatable Financial Package to Sign Haaland

Manchester City is closing in on a deal with Dortmund to sign superstar striker Erling Haaland. The 21-year-old is City’s main target for the summer transfer window. The financial details of the “Haaland to City” affair have come to light. The Norwegian will become available at the end of the […]