Real Madrid's official media channel has launched a scathing attack on refereeing standards in Spain following a chaotic 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid. The broadcaster did not hold back, suggesting a coordinated agenda against Los Blancos and even questioning the official's previous interactions with Barcelona stars.
Dominik Szoboszlai is on the “right path” to inherit captaincy duties at Liverpool and become “Steven Gerrard’s successor”, Reds icon Vladimir Smicer has told GOAL. The all-action Hungarian midfielder, who shares many qualities with a legendary No.8 from the not too distant past, has signed a new contract at Anfield and committed his future to Premier League giants.
After losing stars like Alexia Putellas, Salma Paralluelo and Ona Batlle this summer, the defending European champions are again aiming to defy the doubters and tap into the talent of La Masia to remain a continental force
La Liga's Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) has reportedly acknowledged a massive error during Atletico Madrid's fiery 2-1 derby victory over Real Madrid, after match official Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias and the VAR team failed to punish Lee Kang-in for a brutal challenge that left Federico Valverde with severe ankle trauma.
Gary Neville has urged Michael Carrick to stop protecting his Manchester United players following a dismal 1-1 draw against Fulham. The former defender branded the team's performance a "disgrace" and warned that the new manager could soon find himself under intense pressure.
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha believes the Premier League title momentum has shifted towards Manchester City following Arsenal's shock defeat to Brighton. The Frenchman insists the Cityzens are now the strongest team in the league due to their vast experience and frightening midfield creativity.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has jumped to the defence of Florian Wirtz following a scathing assessment from club legend Jamie Carragher. Despite a difficult afternoon at the Vitality Stadium, the Reds boss insists his marquee summer signing played a vital role in securing a hard-fought victory.
Marseille supporters have voiced their intense frustration with American owner Frank McCourt following a disastrous start to the season that culminated in a bitter defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Fans unfurled hostile banners mocking his ambitious ten-year plan as the crisis at the Stade Velodrome deepens.
Yasin Ayari boasts the potential to follow in Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro and Carlos Baleba’s footsteps by becoming the next big-money sale at Brighton, Bobby Zamora has told GOAL, with the Swedish midfielder considered to be an “incredible” talent. While agreeing a new contract with the 22-year-old remains a top priority for now, interest is expected to be shown in upcoming transfer windows.
Erling Haaland achieved a unique piece of Premier League history by scoring against Sunderland to complete his full set of top-flight opponents. Manchester City ultimately triumphed in a wild eight-goal thriller that also featured a remarkable, yet ultimately fruitless, hat-trick from Brian Brobbey.
Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer is expected to pull out of the England squad for the upcoming international break, dealing a significant blow to Thomas Tuchel’s plans. Despite the German coach recently demanding that the playmaker justify his selection following a controversial World Cup omission, the 24-year-old looks set to prioritise his long-term fitness.
