Category: Football News
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has criticised Real Madrid following their controversial victory over Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. Madrid sealed the win after being awarded a penalty deep into stoppage time, roughly ten minutes beyond the regulation 90. Reacting to the incident, Laporta said: “I have full trust in the League, the Federation and the officials…
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Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has played down growing talk of a quadruple while making it clear his side approach every competition with the intention of lifting trophies. The Gunners booked their place at Wembley on Tuesday night after overcoming Chelsea in the EFL Cup semi-final. Arsenal currently sit top of both the Premier League and…
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Liam Rosenior has defended his tactical approach following Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg. Chelsea went into the return leg at the Emirates trailing 3-2 from the first meeting at Stamford Bridge. Rosenior opted for a cautious setup, switching to a back five as his side looked to keep…
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Cristiano Ronaldo has continued to train with Al-Nassr despite his ongoing protests this week. The Portuguese forward is weighing up his future in Saudi Arabia amid concerns over the level of financial support Al-Nassr receive compared to rivals such as reigning champions Al-Hilal. Ronaldo was left out of Al-Nassr’s 1-0 win over Al-Riyadh on Monday,…
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Former Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick has revealed that Eberechi Eze was close to committing his international future to the Super Eagles before ultimately choosing England. Speaking on The Playzone and Dangolo Way podcast, Pinnick said discussions with Eze and his family were advanced, with paperwork already prepared for the Arsenal midfielder to switch…
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It was a draining, nerve-shredding contest that felt more like survival than spectacle, but over the two legs Arsenal did just enough. After 180 minutes of tension, Mikel Arteta’s side broke a run of semi-final failures and moved a step closer to silverware for the first time in six years. The Gunners are Wembley-bound and…
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted head coach Hansi Flick will remain in charge for as long as he chooses. Flick guided Barca to the LaLiga title in his first season at the helm and currently has the Blaugrana sitting comfortably at the top of the standings. Speaking on Monday, Laporta said: “It was vital…
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Chelsea defender Axel Disasi has expressed his delight after completing a loan switch to West Ham United until the end of the season. The French centre-back joins the Hammers in search of regular football after a difficult spell in recent months, and he made no secret of his excitement about the opportunity. “I’m very happy…
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Udinese have recorded back-to-back Serie A triumphs for the first time since September, as Jurgen Ekkelenkamp’s deflected free-kick proved decisive in a hard-fought 1-0 win against fifth-placed AS Roma. After claiming just one victory in their previous six home league games (D2, L3), Udinese were determined to make an impact early against the Giallorossi. Arthur…
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Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has appeared to question the club’s lack of transfer activity following their 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester City on Sunday, February 1. Spurs went into half-time two goals down against Pep Guardiola’s side before Dominic Solanke struck twice after the break to rescue a point. Tottenham were without nine players…
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Raúl Jiménez has written his name into the Premier League record books after converting a penalty for Fulham against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. The Fulham striker calmly sent his spot-kick home to register a remarkable milestone, becoming the most flawless penalty-taker in Premier League history. It was Jiménez’s 12th successful penalty from…
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino has apologised for comments he made about British football fans after they drew criticism from supporter groups. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland last month, Infantino said it was “really special” that no British nationals were arrested during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. His remarks resurfaced amid growing…
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Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has identified Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior as two of his five untouchable players, insisting he wants the pair available for every match. Arbeloa, who replaced Xabi Alonso last month at the Santiago Bernabeu, has already overseen a mixed start to his tenure. After a 3-2 Copa del Rey…
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Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has cautioned Liverpool that the return of Alexander Isak could spark a tough selection dilemma, given Hugo Ekitike’s impressive performances for the Reds. Rooney highlighted that Ekitike’s growing chemistry with fellow summer signing Florian Wirtz could complicate matters for Liverpool’s record signing once he is fully fit. Ekitike was…
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Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has advised Blues boss Liam Rosenior not to start Alejandro Garnacho in next week’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal. Chelsea continued their strong run under Rosenior on Saturday, overturning a 2-0 halftime deficit to beat West Ham, with Enzo Fernandez scoring the stoppage-time winner at Stamford Bridge. The…