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April

PSG favorites to reach semifinal despite Barcelona win

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez stated Paris Saint-Germain remain favorites to win the teams’ Champions League quarterfinal tie, despite his side winning Wednesday’s first leg 3-2 in the French capital. Raphinha scored twice and substitute Andreas Christensen headed the winner the 77th minute at the Parc des Princes to give Barcelona the edge heading back to Spain for the second leg next week. “PSG are still the favorites,” Xavi said in his postgame news conference. “It will be very difficult to win in Barcelona. “Today we played well because we were united defensively. I’m very proud, everything worked well. We have to improve our concentration in the first […]

April

Real Madrid want Santiago Bernabeu roof shut against Man City

Real Madrid have asked UEFA for approval to play Manchester City under a closed roof at the Santiago Bernabeu in an effort to boost the atmosphere for Tuesday’s Champions League quarterfinal first-leg tie versus the Premier League side, sources have told ESPN. City, who won their first Champions League title last season, are due to face Madrid for the third-successive season in the competition. Pep Guardiola’s team drew 1-1 at the Bernabeu in last season’s semifinal first-leg and lost 3-1 in Madrid in the semifinal second-leg 12 months earlier. But after losing 5-1 on aggregate in last season’s semifinal, Madrid are now attempting to take […]

April

Leverkusen rout Dusseldorf, head to cup final

Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen overwhelmed second division club Fortuna Dusseldorf 4-0 on Wednesday to reach the DFB Pokal final and stretch their undefeated run to 40 matches across all competitions this season. First-half goals from Jeremie Frimpong, Amine Adli and Florian Wirtz put the game to bed as Dusseldorf struggled to cope with the hosts’ pace. Germany international Wirtz added a fourth with a penalty on the hour to give Xabi Alonso’s team another shot at winning a major trophy for the first time in 31 years. Leverkusen will face Kaiserslautern, who ousted third division Saarbrucken 2-0 on Tuesday, in the final on May 25. Looking for the […]

April

Saul strike earns Atletico Madrid hard-fought win at Villarreal

Substitute Saúl Ñíguez scored a late winner to give Atletico Madrid a hard-fought 2-1 triumph at Villarreal on Monday, as Diego Simeone’s side climbed back into LaLiga’s top four with eight matches left in the season. It was a much needed victory for Atletico after two consecutive losses and two wins in their last seven league matches had left them in danger of missing out on a Champions League spot next season. They were facing an in-form Villarreal side, who were on a four-game winning streak and undefeated in their last nine league matches, a run that earned Marcelino Garcia LaLiga’s Coach of Month award in […]

March

LAFC finalizing deal with Olivier Giroud through 2025

MLS side LAFC is concluding a deal with AC Milan and France international forward Olivier Giroud, sources confirmed to ESPN. Giroud, 37, is set to join up with LAFC after completing his obligations to the France national team at Euro 2024, which is set to take place between June 14 and July 14. The MLS summer transfer window opens on July 18 and lasts through Aug. 14. The deal is expected to last through at least the end of the 2025 season and would make Giroud a designated player for LAFC. LAFC owns Giroud’s discovery rights — the right of first refusal among MLS clubs – meaning there […]

March

Haaland prepared to wait for Madrid

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland still sees himself joining Real Madrid one day, according to AS. Kylian Mbappe’s likely move from Paris Saint-Germain to Los Blancos as a free agent has delayed that wish, with Haaland initially having aimed to join the Spanish giants in 2025. Looking for the best online betting site and Live betting? Visit Heritage Sports That is no longer the case, but the 23-year-old still wants to play for Real Madrid and sees City’s Champions League quarterfinal showdown with Carlo Ancelotti’s side as the perfect chance to show his credentials for a future move. Haaland completed the full 90 minutes in both legs of last season’s semifinal versus Madrid […]

March

Nottingham Forest deducted four points for financial rules breach

Nottingham Forest have been deducted four points for breaching the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability rules (PSR), the league revealed on Monday, moving the side into the relegation zone. Forest had 25 points after 29 games this season, but after Monday’s deduction they will drop to 21 points and move them into 18th place, one-point behind Luton Town. It is the second points deduction in the Premier League this season after Everton were docked 10 points — reduced to six after appeal — for PSR breaches and face further punishment for another breach of the same time period as Forest. “The independent Commission determined the sanction following a two-day hearing […]

March

Barcelona open to Araújo transfer for right offer

Barcelona will consider letting Ronald Araújo leave if they receive an offer close to €100 million ($109m) for the centre-back, sources have told ESPN. Bayern Munich expressed an interest in Araújo in January and sources at Barcelona think the German champions will return with an offer in the summer. Another source told ESPN at least one big Premier League club are also monitoring the situation and are ready to make a move if Barça do finally encourage bids. Araújo, 25, last renewed his contract with Barça in 2022, penning a deal until 2026 with a €1 billion ($1.1b) release clause, a sign that the club considered him […]

March

Rafael Benitez Leaves Celta Vigo: The End of an Era in LaLiga

Amidst struggling performance and looming relegation threats, Rafael Benitez departs from Celta Vigo after an eight-month tenure. The Downfall of a Football Icon Celta Vigo’s Struggle Under Benitez Rafael Benitez, known for his stints at Real Madrid and Liverpool, leaves Celta Vigo in a precarious position. With the club sitting 17th in LaLiga, just two points above relegation, the decision reflects the team’s dire need for a turnaround. Impact on Celta Vigo and LaLiga Searching for Stability As Celta Vigo bids farewell to Benitez, the search for a new leader begins. The club’s statement highlighted Benitez’s dedication but lamented the […]

March

Manchester United’s Managerial Search: De Zerbi, Frank, or Southgate?

Manchester United is actively considering potential successors to Erik ten Hag, and three prominent names have emerged: Roberto De Zerbi, Thomas Frank, and Gareth Southgate. In the ever-evolving world of football management, Manchester United finds itself at a crossroads. With Erik ten Hag’s tenure under scrutiny, the club’s hierarchy is exploring alternative options. Let’s delve into the candidates being assessed for the coveted managerial role. The Contenders 1. Roberto De Zerbi Roberto De Zerbi, known for his tactical acumen, has caught the attention of Manchester United. His innovative approach to the game and ability to adapt to different playing styles […]

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PSG favorites to reach semifinal despite Barcelona win

Real Madrid want Santiago Bernabeu roof shut against Man City

Leverkusen rout Dusseldorf, head to cup final

Saul strike earns Atletico Madrid hard-fought win at Villarreal

LAFC finalizing deal with Olivier Giroud through 2025

Haaland prepared to wait for Madrid

Nottingham Forest deducted four points for financial rules breach

Barcelona open to Araújo transfer for right offer

Rafael Benitez Leaves Celta Vigo: The End of an Era in LaLiga

Manchester United’s Managerial Search: De Zerbi, Frank, or Southgate?

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