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Wales Online
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Oli McBurnie to Swansea City: Rival interest, stumbling block and admission on future
Oli McBurnie to Swansea City: Rival interest, stumbling block and admission on future The striker is set to be on the move this summer, but a return to Swansea may not be straightforward PAMPLONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 21: Oli Mcburnie of UD Las Palmas reacts during the LaLiga match between CA Osasuna and UD Las Palmas at Estadio El Sadar on September 21, 2024 in Pamplona, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel) (Image: Juan Manuel) The transfer window hasn't even opened yet, but there's a palpable sense of excitement around Swansea City heading into the summer. Having already snapped up two new faces already, director of football Richard Montague and the club's new look recruitment team may well take their plans up a notch over the coming weeks, although judging by the rumblings on social media, it's crystal clear who fans would like to see come through the door. Neither Luka Modric nor Ben Davies, sadly, are likely to fulfil the admittedly ambitious wishes of the Jack Army. Modric is reportedly being eyed up by the MLS, while there are already suggestions that Davies could be a target for teams in Saudi Arabia. Sign up to the Swansea City WhatsApp service to get breaking news and top stories sent to your phone But those two aren't the only ones to have been slotted into the dream XI's of supporters right now. News of interest in Oli McBurnie has also seemingly captured the imagination, presumably because there seems to be at least the flicker of a chance that it could actually happen. Article continues below Swansea have, it's understood, placed the striker's name on a list of potential targets for this window, but a lot will still need to happen if a move is to come to fruition. Following their relegation from La Liga, Las Palmas have released the 28-year-old due to clause in his contract, and that clearly pushes him further towards the sort of basket Swansea might be operating in this summer. But they surely won't be the only ones to have been alerted to his availability. Indeed, reports elsewhere claim Hull City have already expressed an interest, while there are also believed to be admirers from elsewhere in Spain. For what it's worth, McBurnie himself is understood to be open to a return to the UK as evidenced by recent comments made in the wake of his release. "Obviously, we didn't reach our goal this year and we didn't manage to stay up, so my contract has gone from three years to being up again, so I'm a free agent," he told BBC Radio Sheffield's Football Heaven this week. 'Then next week, I'll head back home for the summer and have a couple of weeks with the family. It's been lovely being out here but, at the same time, it's obviously hard being away from the family so much. I'll have a talk about it with my missus and see what we want to do.' It seems there may well be some clarity over his next move within the next couple of weeks. Whether Swansea are still in the hunt by then remains to be seen. Sign up to our Swansea City newsletter here. Then again, it's claimed that if Swansea were able to put together a suitable package, a return to south Wales would almost certainly appeal. Article continues below But it's that point that could prove the big sticking point. McBurnie's wage demands, it's claimed, could well be beyond what Swansea are able to offer, and indeed some other Championship clubs. In any case, the Swans need to actually put a proposal down for it to be considered, and sources have indicated to WalesOnline that interest from SA1 hasn't morphed into a concrete approach at this stage. If that's to change, Swansea may well have to get creative.
USA Today
24-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Oliver McBurnie vs. Espanyol – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24
Oliver McBurnie vs. Espanyol – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24 [gambcom-standard rankid="4130" ] Will Oliver McBurnie find the back of the net when UD Las Palmas takes on Espanyol on Saturday, May 24 at 12:30 PM ET? For current stats and anytime goalscorer odds, continue scrolling. UD Las Palmas lost its last outing 1-0 against CD Leganes at home on May 18. UD Las Palmas fell short despite outshooting their opponents 11 to eight. Keep up with LaLiga action this season on Fubo! Oliver McBurnie's Odds to Score a Goal vs. Espanyol Odds to score a goal next game: +600 Soccer player prop odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Friday at 6:39 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. [gambcom-standard rankid="4142" ] Oliver McBurnie's 2024-25 Stats This season, he has scored a goal in three matches (out of 37 played). Looking at expected goals, McBurnie (1.5 xG) is 1.5 below his actual goal total (three). In terms of assists, he has recorded at least one in six of 37 games this season. Thus far in the 2024-25 season, he has taken 32 shots, averaging 0.9 per game. UD Las Palmas vs. Espanyol Scoring Insights In LaLiga, UD Las Palmas has put up 40 goals in 37 matches (12th in league), and Espanyol has given up 51 in 37 matches (12th). With 38 goals in 37 matches, Espanyol is 14th in LaLiga. On the flip side, UD Las Palmas has allowed 59 goals in 37 matches, 19th in the league. UD Las Palmas' goal difference (-19) ranks 18th in LaLiga. In terms of goal differential, Espanyol is 17th in LaLiga at -13. UD Las Palmas vs. Espanyol Match Info Matchup: UD Las Palmas at Espanyol UD Las Palmas at Espanyol Time: 12:30 PM ET 12:30 PM ET Date: May 24, 2025 May 24, 2025 Venue: RCDE Stadium More Player Props: [gambcom-standard rankid="4338" ]
USA Today
24-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alvaro Tejero vs. UD Las Palmas – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24
Alvaro Tejero vs. UD Las Palmas – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24 [gambcom-standard rankid="4130" ] Will Alvaro Tejero find the back of the net when Espanyol goes up against UD Las Palmas on Saturday, May 24 at 12:30 PM ET? For current stats and anytime goalscorer odds, continue reading. Espanyol was defeated on May 18 against CA Osasuna with the final score 2-0. Espanyol took four more shots in the contest, 14 to 10. Keep up with LaLiga action this season on Fubo! Alvaro Tejero's Odds to Score a Goal vs. UD Las Palmas Odds to score a goal next game: +650 Soccer player prop odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Friday at 6:39 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. [gambcom-standard rankid="4142" ] Alvaro Tejero's 2024-25 Stats Looking at xG (expected goals), Tejero is at 0.2, which is similar to his actual goal total of one. In terms of assists, he has picked up one in two of the 36 matches he has appeared in this season. So far in the 2024-25 season, he has taken 12 shots, averaging 0.3 per game. Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Scoring Insights Offensively, Espanyol is 14th in LaLiga (38 goals, 1.0 per match). And defensively, UD Las Palmas is 19th (59 goals conceded, 1.6 per match). In LaLiga, UD Las Palmas has put up 40 goals in 37 games (12th in league), and Espanyol has conceded 51 in 37 games (12th). Espanyol is 17th in LaLiga in goal differential at -13. In terms of goal differential, UD Las Palmas is 18th in LaLiga at -19. Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Match Info Matchup: Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Time: 12:30 PM ET 12:30 PM ET Date: May 24, 2025 May 24, 2025 Venue: RCDE Stadium More Player Props: [gambcom-standard rankid="4338" ]
USA Today
24-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Javi Puado vs. UD Las Palmas – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24
Javi Puado vs. UD Las Palmas – Player props & odds to score a goal on May 24 [gambcom-standard rankid="4130" ] Will Javi Puado score a goal when Espanyol and UD Las Palmas square off on Saturday, May 24 at 12:30 PM ET? In the article below, we analyze the updated stats, trends and odds for this game. Espanyol's last game was a 2-0 defeat away from home to CA Osasuna, taking 14 shots and outshooting Osasuna by four. Keep up with LaLiga action this season on Fubo! Javi Puado's Odds to Score a Goal vs. UD Las Palmas Odds to score a goal next game: -115 Soccer player prop odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Friday at 6:39 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. [gambcom-standard rankid="4142" ] Javi Puado's 2024-25 Stats This season, he has found the back of the net in nine of the 34 matches he has appeared in. Comparing Puado's expected goals total (2.4) to his actual total (11), you see an overperformance of 8.6. In terms of assists, he has picked up at least one in three matches (out of 34 played) this season. From the penalty spot, Puado has four attempts and four goals. Thus far in the 2024-25 season, he is averaging 1.8 shots per match, having attempted 62 in total (23 on target). Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Scoring Insights Offensively, Espanyol is 14th in LaLiga (38 goals, one per match). And defensively, UD Las Palmas is 19th (59 goals conceded, 1.6 per match). UD Las Palmas is 12th in LaLiga in goals scored (40 overall, 1.1 per game), and Espanyol is 12th in goals conceded (51 overall, 1.4 per game). Espanyol has been outscored 51-38, and its -13 goal differential is 17th in LaLiga. In terms of goal differential, UD Las Palmas is 18th in LaLiga at -19. Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Match Info Matchup: Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Espanyol vs. UD Las Palmas Time: 12:30 PM ET 12:30 PM ET Date: May 24, 2025 May 24, 2025 Venue: RCDE Stadium More Player Props: [gambcom-standard rankid="4338" ]
The Citizen
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Africans fighting in the La Liga relegation battle
Some African players will be involved in the La Liga relegation battle this weekend. If you want to see the ultimate test for how a player can perform under pressure, put them in a relegation battle. In an environment where the points feel more valuable, where a single goal can change season-planning on its head, and where one clean sheet could make all the difference, it offers perfect opportunities to test your mettle. ALSO READ: Amorim will quit with no payoff if Man Utd want new boss Real Valladolid and UD Las Palmas have been relegated., going into the last two match days of the La Liga season. When it comes to the last remaining spot that no one wants to fill, there are a few African players who could have a say in the matter. Seydouba Cisse – CD Leganes CD Leganes will need to dig deep to find the two wins that they need from their last two La Liga games, which will give them a chance of staying up. But they will take heart from the fact that both of their opponents are below them in the La Liga table. With the need to go all out in both those fixtures, Seydouba Cisse's play from midfield for how the Guinean plays as a link between the midfield and attack. Last weekend, he scored what turned out to be a vital goal in a win against RCD Espanyol. Without that strike, their relegation would have been confirmed. This is Cisse's first season in the Spanish top flight, and he will be fighting for the team to earn the right to stay there. Moussa Diarra – Deportivo Alaves Alaves's bid to stay up got a massive boost from their midweek La Liga win against in-form Valencia CF and just need one final push to secure their top-flight status for a third consecutive season. Four points clear of the drop zone with two games left, it could well take just one clean sheet to secure safety, which is where Moussa Diarra comes into play. As a player who can play in the centre of defence or slot in at fullback, the Guinean was joined Alaves from Toulouse in August and has fitted into a defence that has only conceded one goal in their last four games. Walid Cheddira – RCD Espanyol RCD Espanyol are a team in poor form at the worst time of the season. On the back of three straight losses, they need to change something for their remaining La Liga games against CA Osasuna and UD Las Palmas to guarantee top-flight football. Moroccan international Walid Cheddira is a player who could provide them with a different goal-scoring option. On loan from Napoli, the physical centre forward is used as an option off the bench. Cheddira proved himself as a capable goal scorer in his first full top-flight campaign last season when he was on loan at Frosinone. Unfortunately, his goals were not enough for them to avoid relegation, but just one winning goal for RCD Espanyol now would be enough to guarantee staying up this season. Christantus Uche – Getafe CF Getafe CF have not looked like a team in relegation for most of the season, but after a disastrous run of six straight losses, they have slid into the battle to avoid the drop. For their last two La Liga games against RCD Mallorca and RC Celta, they will welcome back Christantus Uche into the side, who has finished serving a three-match suspension after receiving a red card against RCD Espanyol. The young Nigerian offers a much-needed goal-scoring option for Jose Bordalas' side, who have only managed one goal in their torrid six-game run. He has alternated between playing in the midfield or up front. With his height and physicality, he also offers a serious threat to the opposition from set pieces.
