Arsenal manager Renee Slegers has confirmed she held private talks with Katie McCabe following the defender's controversial altercation with Chelsea winger Alyssa Thompson. The incident, which occurred during the Gunners' Women's Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday, saw the Ireland international escape punishment from the referee and VAR.
With Christian Pulisic going through a dry spell and Folarin Balogun needing to get his goalscoring touch back, it is poised to be a busy weekend for Americans Abroad.
Chelsea face brewing uncertainty in midfield as Moises Caicedo has become the latest star to address the possibility of a future move to Real Madrid. His comments come at a sensitive time for the Blues, arriving just as team-mate Enzo Fernandez was handed a club sanction for making similar remarks regarding his long-term ambitions away from west London.
Thomas Müller is repeatedly linked with a return to FC Bayern Munich to take up an executive role there in the future. Former CEO Oliver Kahn has his doubts that this will go smoothly.
Former Italy defender Marco Materazzi believes Cesc Fabregas would consider a move to Manchester United despite his Arsenal and Chelsea ties, while also backing Michael Carrick to lead the Red Devils to future success. Fabregas is currently the manager of Como and overseen tremendous project with the Italian club.
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has leaped to the defence of Rayan Cherki after the Manchester City playmaker was accused of disrespecting the Gunners during the Carabao Cup final. The French youngster sparked controversy by performing keepy-uppies during the match and taking a selfie in front of the dejected Arsenal squad at full-time.
Jude Bellingham remains the beating heart of Birmingham City, even years after his departure for Borussia Dortmund and subsequently Real Madrid. Ahead of their Championship clash against Blackburn Rovers, the English club decided to celebrate one of their most famous academy products with a truly unique tribute in the form of a tifo.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has sent a clear message to any major European clubs considering a move for head coach Vincent Kompany. The Belgian has made a massive impression since arriving in Bavaria in 2024, leading to inevitable speculation regarding his long-term future.
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