Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal swapped the Spotify Camp Nou for the Cupra Arena on Sunday to serve as acting president for his Kings League side, La Capital. With Barca team-mates Fermin Lopez and Joao Cancelo watching on, the 18-year-old stepped up to convert a high-pressure penalty, inspiring his team to a dramatic 8-7 comeback victory against Ibai Llanos’ Porcinos.
Because of Alex Manninger, Jürgen Klopp suffered a bitter defeat in early 2015. He recalled this in Liverpool when he was still looking for an experienced goalkeeper.
England could be without captain Leah Williamson next week for the huge World Cup qualifier against Spain at Wembley, after the Arsenal defender was again not involved for her club at the weekend. Williamson watched from the sidelines as the Gunners crashed out of the FA Cup, suffering a shock defeat to Brighton, and there is real doubt over whether she will be fit enough to join the Lionesses' camp this week as a result.
Former England striker Gary Lineker has called Liam Rosenior's decision to ban Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez for two games "odd". The Argentine World Cup winner was omitted from the squad for two matches after refusing to guarantee his Stamford Bridge future and hinting at a move to Real Madrid.
Arsenal's season is currently teetering on the edge of a collapse following a disastrous fortnight that has seen two trophy opportunities evaporate. Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has led the criticism, suggesting that Mikel Arteta’s squad lacks the mental fortitude required to secure major silverware as the pressure intensifies.
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has joined the long list of sporting icons left in awe of Lionel Messi’s genius on the pitch. The Red Bull driver believes the Argentina and Inter Miami maestro possesses a unique ability to read the game that renders tactical preparation almost useless.
Barcelona icon Ronaldinho has offered a glowing endorsement of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, insisting that the club's legendary No.10 shirt is being "well taken care of" by the academy graduate. Speaking from Miami, the Brazilian reflected on the heavy legacy of the jersey he famously passed to Lionel Messi before praising Yamal’s incredible early impact at the club.
Despite extending his contract, the defensive stalwart reportedly wants to keep his options open regarding a potential departure from BVB after this summer’s World Cup.
Monaco midfielder Paul Pogba’s road to redemption took a star-studded turn on Sunday as the Frenchman was spotted sharing a touchline embrace with sprint icon Usain Bolt. The meeting occurred at the Stade Louis-II just as the World Cup winner made his return to the matchday squad for a Ligue 1 clash with Marseille following a difficult four-month absence.
Feyenoord manager Robin van Persie and his underperforming squad faced the wrath of their own supporters following a toothless 0-0 draw against relegation-threatened Volendam on Sunday, with Raheem Sterling struggling to make an impact once again. The disappointing stalemate officially confirmed rivals PSV as Eredivisie champions, leaving the Rotterdam giants trailing the leaders by a staggering 17 points in second place.
Former Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia is making a surprise return to the pitch in England, but not at the level most fans would expect. The two-time Premier League winner has officially signed for Wythenshawe Vets, a Sunday league side that has become a viral sensation for its roster of retired superstars.
