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Arsenal v Chelsea - UEFA Women's Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-finals First Leg

Bompastor: Refereeing 'not good enough' in Chelsea's UWCL defeat to Arsenal

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has hit out at the standard of officiating following her side's 3-1 Women's Champions League quarter-final first-leg loss to Arsenal. Despite a spectacular Lauren James effort, the Blues were undone by a ruthless Gunners side at the Emirates. Bompastor insists her team "deserved better" after seeing a crucial goal disallowed, leaving them with a mountain to climb in next week's return leg.

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James brings the magic but Chelsea on brink of UWCL exit

Chelsea's dreams of winning a first-ever Women's Champions League title hang by a thread after losing 3-1 to rivals and holders Arsenal in the first leg of their quarter-final. Both sides' flailing Women's Super League campaigns means the importance of their European exploits have only increased, and it is the Gunners who hold the advantage heading into next week's second leg at Stamford Bridge.

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NXGN 2026: Top 25 teenage talents in women's football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, Lena Oberdorf and Linda Caicedo in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

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Bompastor: Chelsea 'ambitious' despite Bright & Kerr uncertainty

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has insisted the London club will remain a dominant force in women's football even if legendary figures Millie Bright and Sam Kerr depart this summer. The Blues boss faced direct questions regarding the futures of two of the club's longest-serving stars ahead of their crucial Women's Champions League quarter-final showdown against Arsenal, but refrained from giving a definitive answer.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Manchester City Women crestManchester City Women18151252153746
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2Manchester United Women crestManchester United Women18115237172038
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3Chelsea FC Women crestChelsea FC Women18114332151737
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4Arsenal Women crestArsenal Women16105133102335
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5Tottenham Hotspur Women crestTottenham Hotspur Women189272931-229
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History

Manchester United, often simply referred to as "United," are one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club was founded as Newton Heath LYR Football Club in 1878 by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath. The team changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and moved to its current home, Old Trafford, in 1910.

Famous players

Manchester United have been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. Sir Bobby Charlton, a World Cup winner with England in 1966, is arguably the most iconic figure in the club's history. Other legendary players include George Best, known for his flair and skill, and Eric Cantona, who brought a winning mentality to the club during the 1990s. More recent stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Paul Scholes have also contributed significantly to the club's success.

Honours

Manchester United are one of the most decorated clubs in English football, having won a record 20 Premier League titles (formerly the First Division). They have also lifted the FA Cup 12 times, the League Cup five times, and the UEFA Champions League three times. The club's dominance in English football was particularly evident during the 1990s and early 2000s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Managers

Sir Alex Ferguson is undoubtedly the most successful manager in Manchester United's history. He spent 26 years at the club, leading them to an unprecedented era of success. Before Ferguson, managers like Matt Busby and Wilf McGuinness played crucial roles in shaping the club's identity. More recent managers, including David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and José Mourinho, have faced the challenge of maintaining the club's high standards.

Stadium

Old Trafford, often referred to as the "Theatre of Dreams," is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. With a capacity of roughly 75,000, it is among the largest football stadiums in the United Kingdom. The stadium has hosted numerous major matches, including UEFA Champions League finals and FIFA World Cup matches.

Location

Manchester United are based in the city of Manchester, which is located in the northwest of England. The club's home ground, Old Trafford, is situated in the Trafford borough. Manchester is a major industrial city with a rich footballing heritage.

Owners

In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, INEOS, acquired a significant 25% stake in Manchester United. This acquisition granted Ratcliffe sporting control over the club, placing him in a position to influence key decisions related to its operations.

Ratcliffe has already made a substantial financial commitment to Manchester United. His large investments demonstrate his dedication to the club's success and his willingness to provide the necessary resources for its growth.

Frequently asked questions

Il 7 giugno 1927 Alba Audace, Roman e Fortitudo Pro Roma si unirono in una sola società per dare battaglia ai club del nord e del centro-sud: naque così la Roma.

Dan Friedkin, imprenditore e produttore cinematografico americano, è il presidente della Roma. La società giallorossa è di proprietà della società The Friedkin Group.

La Roma gioca le partite interne allo Stadio Olimpico, inaugurato nel maggio 1953 con il nome di Stadio dei Centomila. Nel 1960 assunse il nome attuale dopo l'assegnazione delle Olimpiadi a Roma.

La Roma può ospitare 70.634 spettatori allo Stadio Olimpico cittadino. Solo San Siro, impianto di Inter e Milan, ha più posti a sedere in Italia.

La Roma ha vinto tre Scudetti nel corso della sua storia. Il primo è arrivato nel 1943, mentre il secondo nel 1983. L'ultimo titolo giallorosso risale al 2001.

La Roma ha vinto una sola coppa europea, la Conference League del 2022. La Coppa delle Fiere conquistata nel 1961 non è invece considerata dall'UEFA, al contrario della FIFA.

La Roma ha vinto 16 trofei nella sua storia, considerando anche la Coppa delle Fiere. Il record è rappresentato dalla Coppa Italia, conquistata in ben 9 occasioni.

La Roma prende i colori giallo e rosso dal Gonfalone del Campidoglio, ovvero lo stemma della città. In alcune stagioni il colore rosso è stato più chiaro o il giallo più brillante.

La Roma ha scelto la lupa come simbolo in virtù della lupa capitolina, che secondo la leggenda avrebbe accudito Romolo, fondatore della città, e suo fratello Remo.

Francesco Totti è il capocannoniere della Roma di tutti i tempi. Dal 1992/1993 al 2016/2017 l'ex capitano giallorosso ha segnato ben 307 goal.

Oltre ad essere il massimo marcatore di sempre, Francesco Totti detiene anche il record di partite giocate con la Roma. In totale il 'Pupone' è sceso in campo in 786 gare con i giallorossi.

I giocatori della Roma sono i giallorossi, mentre la squadra è chiamata principalmente la Lupa o la Magica. I calciatori vengono anche chiamati capitolini in virtù della capitale Roma.

Non c'è un vero e proprio motivo per cui la Roma è chiamata la magica, se non per rimarcare l'amore per il club giallorosso. Il soprannome è nato tra la fine degli anni '70 e l'inizio degli anni '80.

Lo svedese Nils Liedholm è l'allenatore più presente nella storia della Roma. In totale ha guidato i giallorossi per 439 partite, vincendo uno Scudetto e tre Coppa Italia.

La Roma è retrocessa in Serie B una sola volta nella sua storia, al termine dell'annata 1950/1951. Un anno dopo, la squadra giallorossa tornerà in Serie A, in cui milita ininterrotamente da allora.