Gabriel Martinelli is facing heavy criticism after shoving referee Sam Barrott during Arsenal's shock FA Cup defeat to Southampton. Former Premier League official Mark Halsey believes the Brazilian forward should have received a red card for the late incident, labelling his actions as a complete lack of respect that sets a terrible example for grassroots football across the country.
Real Madrid are sweating over the fitness of Jude Bellingham ahead of their crucial Champions League quarter-final first leg against Bayern Munich. The England international is reportedly set to start on the bench at Santiago Bernabeu as he continues to struggle with match rhythm following his recent injury layoffs.
Enrique Cerezo has launched a scathing attack on the Spanish media following relentless speculation regarding the future of Argentine forward Julian Alvarez. Despite heavy interest from Arsenal and Barcelona, the club president insists their star striker is going nowhere ahead of a crucial Champions League showdown, firmly rejecting rumours of a swift exit from the Spanish capital.
The future of Cristian Romero at Tottenham Hotspur has been thrust into the spotlight following sensational claims regarding a potential exit. With the north London club currently struggling near the foot of the Premier League table, the defender's father has now addressed the growing speculation surrounding his son's contract and next destination.
Arsenal crashed out of the Women's FA Cup on Sunday, suffering a shock 2-0 defeat at home to Brighton. The Gunners came into the game in flying form, winning 11 of their last 12 games, with that defeat coming last time out in a Champions League quarter-final second leg at Chelsea in midweek that didn't stop them progressing into the last four. But the Seagulls showed no fear, starting fast against the reigning European champions before making their chances count after the break, as goals from Madison Haley and Caitlin Hayes put them into the FA Cup semi-finals.
Vinicius Junior’s long-standing rivalry with Pablo Maffeo reached a boiling point once again during Real Madrid’s disappointing 2-1 defeat to Mallorca on Saturday. The Brazilian winger was subjected to persistent provocations as Los Blancos saw their La Liga title hopes suffer a significant blow away from home.