Category: Football News
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Barcelona confirmed on Wednesday that Marcus Rashford is suffering from discomfort in his left knee after a knock against Mallorca, ruling him out of the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid. Raphinha also missed training. Barcelona forwards Raphinha and Marcus Rashford both missed Wednesday’s training session at the Joan Gamper training complex,…
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Roberto De Zerbi has left Marseille by mutual consent, the Ligue 1 club confirmed early Wednesday, just days after a heavy 5-0 defeat to rivals Paris Saint-Germain intensified pressure on the Italian coach. The 46-year-old, who took charge in the summer of 2024, exits amid growing speculation over his future and reported interest from Premier…
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Michael Carrick expressed his frustration after Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw by struggling West Ham on Tuesday night, admitting his side lacked sharpness in key moments. United were below their usual standards for much of the contest in east London and fell behind early in the second half when Tomas Soucek struck…
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Ahead of their Champions League play-off and a decisive stretch of the campaign, the entire Real Madrid squad, minus the coaching staff, came together for a bonding dinner organised by Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe. Los Blancos have endured a demanding season that began back in June under a new manager and with an unforgiving…
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Christopher Nkunku told ‘La Gazzetta dello Sport’ that at no point did he consider leaving AC Milan during the last winter transfer window, reaffirming his commitment to the ‘Rossoneri’. Christopher Nkunku joined AC Milan last summer after the ‘Rossoneri’ reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign the French forward on a permanent transfer for €43…
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Roberto Carlos has urged Cristiano Ronaldo to continue his career for as long as possible, insisting the Portuguese superstar still has the hunger, fitness and influence to perform at the highest level. Speaking to O Jogo, the former Brazil and Real Madrid left-back praised Ronaldo’s relentless drive and dismissed any notion of retirement, despite the…
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Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen has suggested his former side would have shot at the title under manager Michael Carrick. United have won four consecutive matches under interim boss Michael Carrick since he took over from Ruben Amorim, beating the likes of Manchester City and Arsenal. Those 4 wins on the bounce is the…
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Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font says a priority is to fix the relationship between the club and Lionel Messi. Font will challenge current president Joan Laporta in the March election and insists the way the current board has treated Messi must be rectified. On El Larguero, Font lashed out at Laporta and asserted that “reconciliation…
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Pep Guardiola has played down Premier League title talk while warning Manchester City will face a stern test when they host Fulham at the Etihad Stadium this week. The fixture marks the first meeting between the two sides since City’s chaotic 5–4 victory at Craven Cottage earlier in the season. This time, Guardiola’s men return…
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Toni Kroos has come to the defence of former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo amid criticism surrounding his recent Al-Nassr absence, claiming “no one would watch the Saudi Pro League” without him. The Portugal captain is set to end a two-game spell out after returning to training this week, having missed matches in protest over January transfer…
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Manchester City defender Marc Guehi has admitted he was left puzzled by the hostile reception he received from Liverpool supporters during City’s 2–1 comeback victory at Anfield. The England centre-back was booed consistently throughout the match, despite playing a key role as goals from Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland sealed a late turnaround for Pep…
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Joan Laporta has resigned as president of Barcelona in order to seek re-election, launching a 35-day countdown to elections set for March 15, the club said on Monday. Laporta, who took office in March 2021 after winning 54% of the vote, steps down after nearly five years in charge in line with club statutes. Vice…
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AS Roma management are becoming resigned to losing Paulo Dybala at the end of the season. Off contract in June, Dybala is wanted by Roma next season, but will have to accept a drastic pay-cut to stay. La Gazzetta dello Sport says he earns €8.5m-a-year plus bonuses. Management is clear that its wage ceiling now…
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s week-long absence from Al-Nassr matches has taken a dramatic turn, with details of his conditions for ending the standoff now emerging. The 41-year-old forward has missed Al-Nassr’s last two fixtures, opting not to travel with the squad despite remaining active in training. His absence has sparked intense speculation in Saudi Arabia, now fueled…
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Manchester United could receive a timely boost in midfield this week, with Mason Mount edging closer to a return from injury, according to head coach Michael Carrick. Speaking ahead of United’s upcoming fixtures, Carrick confirmed the England international is unlikely to feature in Tuesday’s match but is firmly on track to be available for the…