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Real Madrid's Luka Modric has made an unexpected decision to become a minority owner of Swansea.

Croatian midfielder's player career will not be hampered by the ownership shift. Unexpected decision: Luka Modric has taken his first move into football ownership. Luka Modric, a Real Madrid legend, is set to become a new minority owner of Swansea City. The Croatian, who turns 40 in September, is acquiring a non-controlling interest in the Welsh club. Modric's stake purchase will have no impact on his playing career, as he will continue to play for Real Madrid. He is out of contract with Loc Blancos this summer, but he wants to retire with Real and may extend his stay at the Bernabeu for another year if an agreement can be reached. It comes as a surprise that he has opted to buy a minority share in Swansea, who are currently 12th in the Championship. The move shows Modric, the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner, is setting the groundwork for his post-playing career. Swansea's eight-year ownership by Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan ended in November when they sold their co...
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L'Equipe talks about Arsenal's prospects versus PSG.

The French sports newspaper L'Equipe has focused emphasis on Arsenal's 4-2 victory over Leicester City. The Gunners' performance was examined ahead of their pivotal Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain.

As Arsenal is ready to take on Luis Enrique's PSG, the French publication emphasized both the offensive variety of the team and the defensive shortcomings that could worry Mikel Arteta.

Arsenal had to wait until extra time to defeat a promoted team, indicating both the depth of their offensive capabilities and any possible weaknesses in their defense. The Gunners scared themselves. 29 September 2024, L'Equipe.

An intense, yet confident, performance.

Arsenal's numbers versus Leicester were lopsided on paper. With 36 shots to Leicester's five, the Gunners had 75% of the possession and an expected goals (xG) total of 3.79, which was a record for any Premier League side this season.

Leicester, on the other hand, only managed 0.27 xG, highlighting how unfair the game was.


After scoring his team's third goal in the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City FC at Emirates Stadium on September 28, 2024 in London, England, Leandro Trossard of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Riccardo Calafiori.

Nevertheless, L'Equipe pointed out that despite Arsenal's seeming superiority, they showed weaknesses, especially in the second half.

Despite leading 2-0 at halftime thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, Arsenal was held back by two goals from James Justin, the right-back for Leicester, who scored twice: first on a header from a set-piece and then on an incredible volley.

Inadequate defense: a reason for alarm


After scoring his team's second goal in the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City FC at Emirates Stadium on September 28, 2024 in London, England, James Justin of Leicester City celebrates with colleague Wilfred Ndidi.

L'Equipe was particularly concerned about the Arsenal defense, which has been strong overall under Arteta.

They emphasized Jamie Vardy's needless challenge by William Saliba, which resulted in the free-kick from which Justin scored Leicester's opening goal.

The French daily noted that PSG might take advantage of these situations, particularly when players like Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé are ready to step up.

The variety of attacks Arsenal will use to counter PSG


Following Arsenal FC's victory over Leicester City FC in the Premier League at Emirates Stadium on September 28, 2024 in London, England, Kai Havertz and Leandro Trossard of Arsenal celebrate.

L'Equipe was pleased with Arteta's offensive alternatives in spite of the defensive lapses. They stated that Arsenal is a scary opponent for PSG because of their attacking versatility, as evidenced by their victory against Leicester.

Bukayo Saka and Martinelli, two of Arsenal's wide alternatives, offer constant pace and deception on the wings, while Trossard and Kai Havertz, who can play the role of false strikers, are adaptable and provide a dynamic attacking approach.

Arsenal's fourth goal was added late by Havertz after Trossard, who scored the team's second goal and set up the third, shown his ability to make decisions.


On September 28, 2024, at Emirates Stadium, during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City FC, Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal takes on Victor Kristiansen of Leicester City.

The French publication also emphasized how PSG should be cautious of Arsenal's set-piece effectiveness.

Saka took a well-executed corner to set up Wilfred Ndidi's own goal in the third goal against Leicester, solidifying Arsenal's dominance in dead-ball scenarios.

They point out that Arsenal is a dangerous opponent in every aspect of play because of their tactical versatility.

Focus for Arsenal before the match against PSG


At the Emirates Stadium in London, England, on September 28, 2024, Arsenal FC plays Leicester City FC in the Premier League. Kai Havertz of Arsenal (obscured) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's fourth goal, while Mads Hermansen of Leicester City looks defeated.

Arsenal is now just one point behind leaders Liverpool in third position in the Premier League title race after this victory. The Gunners' ability to maintain composure in the face of Leicester's comeback will undoubtedly give them more confidence heading into their matchup with PSG at the Emirates.

While Arsenal's assault is a valuable weapon, L'Equipe came to the conclusion that their defensive focus will be essential against a PSG team that is well-known for their offensive prowess.

In addition to being wary of Arsenal's multifaceted assault, the French powerhouses will be looking for any weaknesses in their defense that they can take advantage of.

Arsenal's Champions League matchup will be a major test, but as L'Equipe pointed out, if they can keep up the attacking ferocity they displayed against Leicester and tighten up defensively, they might seriously threaten PSG and set a precedent in European football.
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