Arsenal defender Cristhian Mosquera has been called up to the Spain squad for the first time ahead of their international friendlies against Serbia and Egypt. Luis de la Fuente has also called Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia into his squad ahead of his potential debut, as Spain ramp up preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez has sensationally declared Argentina "two-time champions" of the Finalissima. The South American chief hit out at Spain and UEFA after the highly anticipated clash between the continental kings was officially scrapped.
Following the goalless draw in the first leg, a goal scored shortly after the restart in the home leg laid the foundation for Mainz’s progression to the next round.
Real Madrid have been hit by a huge injury scare ahead of their crunch Champions League quarter-final against Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been sidelined with an injury and is expected to spend several weeks out of action. Back-up goalkeeper Andriy Lunin will take over from the Belgium international while Courtois is out.
Chelsea legend John Terry has criticised his former club after they were dumped out of the Champions League by defending champions Paris Saint-Germain. The Blues were beaten home and away in the last 16 by Luis Enrique's side, suffering a hefty 8-2 defeat on aggregate. Terry says the scoreline is simply unacceptable and has revealed his frustrations at seeing Chelsea's European dreams ended.
Santos have sacked manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda in the wake of a 2-1 defeat to Internacional on Wednesday. Neymar's side were beaten by an injury-time winner in a result that will reignite fears about relegation. Santos currently sit just one point above the drop zone after seven games of the season and have managed just one win so far in the new campaign.
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero gave little away about his future after the team's Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. Spurs won the second leg of their last-16 tie 3-2 but it was not enough as Diego Simeone's side progressed 7-5 on aggregate to book their spot in the quarter-finals of the competition.
Eddie Howe has called on his Newcastle United squad to move on from their humbling 7-2 defeat at Barcelona. The Magpies boss matched an unwanted record also held by Gary Neville as his side collapsed in Catalonia on Wednesday night.
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was highly critical of Galatasaray in the wake of Wednesday's 4-0 win for the Reds at Anfield in the Champions League. Arne Slot's side overcame a 1-0 defeat in the first leg to progress 4-1 on aggregate but Gerrard was not happy with the behaviour of some of the visiting players. Liverpool now go on to face Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals.
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk pulled no punches following his side’s 4-0 Champions League exit at Anfield, labelling the official the "worst in the world." Despite the heavy defeat, Buruk was incensed by the treatment of his star players during the physical encounter.
Igor Tudor picked up his first win since taking over as interim Tottenham boss on Wednesday as Spurs beat Atletico Madrid 3-2 in the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie. The victory was not enough to prevent Spurs from being knocked out of the competition but Tudor is still feeling good after ending his winless streak with the north Londoners.
Harry Kane has equalled Thierry Henry’s Champions League goal tally after a masterclass against Atalanta. Vincent Kompany hailed the England captain's "world-class" movement as Bayern Munich marched into the quarter-finals.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot thinks Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain will not be looking forward to their quarter-final clash against the Reds. Both teams booked their place in the last eight of the competition this season, with Liverpool downing Galatasaray and PSG knocking out Chelsea. Luis Enrique's side will now face Premier League opposition again when they take on Slot's men next.
In FC Bayern Munich’s Champions League round of 16 second-leg match against Atalanta Bergamo, two young players, Deniz Ofli and Filip Pavic, made their professional debuts.
Max Eberl has defended referee Christian Dingert against criticism levelled by some officials at FC Bayern Munich regarding his performance in last weekend’s match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen.