My Cart - The curtains have been drawn on arguably one of the most memorable World Cup tournaments ever and the pre-season friendly matches are well underway – indeed, this only signals for one thing, the highly anticipated return of the 2014/2015 football season.
Some experts have already suggested that what lies ahead is possibly the most exciting season yet. Managerial changes have already taken place and the transfer market is currently buzzing with constant news about stars moving from one club to another, so you certainly don’t want to be missing the action packed football, featuring some of the most exciting talents in the world, starting in 26 days.
Here are some of the most notable transfers involving players to look out for:
Cesc Fabregas: Barcelona to Chelsea in a deal reportedly worth up to £27million
Diego Costa: Atletico Madrid to Chelsea for £32million
Alexis Sanchez: Barcelona to Arsenal costing the club £32million
Didier Drogba: Galatasary to Chelsea on a player-manager role
Bacary Sagna: Arsenal to Manchester City on a three-year deal
Barclays Premier League officials have released the calendar of fixtures for the forthcoming season, and the 9-month long battle for superiority in what is regarded as the best football league in the world shall begin on the 16th of August. Apart from this major trophy, there is plenty more to play for including domestic prizes like the FA cup and the Carling Cup; and Europe’s most prestigious prize at club level – the Champions league.
Barclays Premier League
Current title holders Manchester City have a fight on their hands if they are to retain the league title. The defending champions face Newcastle in their opening match on the 16th August. With many other clubs investing large amounts into the transfer market, there undoubtedly will be stiff competition for the title. Manchester United will also be looking to bounce back following an abysmal season last year.
FA Cup
This term’s FA Cup final will take place in the traditional venue, the Wembley Stadium on the 30th of May. Information about the first round of the tournament is yet to be released, however it has been confirmed that each team will receive a prize of £1,500 if they win, and this increases each round as the competition progresses. Arsenal are the current title holders after they edged past Hull in the final last term.
Champions League
There is all to play for this year in this highly competitive tournament. A draw is scheduled to take place in Switzerland and 32 of Europe’s best performing teams will know whom they will be facing in their group then. Current title holders Real Madrid have reinforced their team through securing the signatures of Colombian sensation James Rodriguez and German talisman Toni Kroos. Barcelona has also added to their megastars through investing in the services of former Liverpool forward, Luis Suarez. The competition’s final is set to take place in Berlin on the 6th June 2015.
Euro 2016 Qualifiers
England will be looking to end their heartbreaking lack of a major trophy since 1966 by attempting to win the Euro Finals in 2016. However, the Three Lions have to qualify for this tournament first by topping a group that features Switzerland, Slovenia, Estonia, Lithuania and San Marino. The first match of this competition starts on Sunday 7th of September.
This brilliant line-up will undeniably excite every football fan, as there will definitely be intense and gripping footballing action. Sports channels Sky Sports, ESPN and BT Sport will be screening the matches live in High Definition, which is a bonus for fans. While you prepare for the thrilling encounters, why not invest in a cheap TV such as those available at Electronic World? Not only do you get to enhance your TV viewing experience, but you also get a high quality TV at a giveaway price. If you want to make an enquiry about these cheap TVs and watch the 2014/2015 season in style, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0121 327 3273.
