Real Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa has aimed a cheeky swipe at his predecessor and "friend' Carlo Ancelotti over the management of Vinicius Junior's workload. The Brazilian superstar played every single minute of his country's recent international fixtures and returned in exhausted after a gruelling schedule in the United States, leaving his availability for an upcoming La Liga match in doubt.
Mikel Arteta has opened up on the emotional toll of Arsenal’s Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester City. The Gunners boss admitted the loss feels like a "ball of poison" that will haunt him for decades as they pivot back to domestic action.
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has launched a defiant defence of his position as pressure continues to mount at Stamford Bridge, dismissing suggestions that Chelsea are a club in crisis. Despite negative results and growing unrest among the fanbase, the former Strasbourg coach remains adamant that his side is making tangible progress under his leadership.
Liam Rosenior has provided a much-needed lift for Chelsea fans by hinting that several key stars are set to sign contract extensions. Despite recent disciplinary issues and a poor run of form, the Blues are moving to secure their long-term futures at Stamford Bridge.
Arne Slot has insisted he has no regrets regarding his management of Mohamed Salah this season, even after the Egyptian superstar officially confirmed his intention to leave Anfield. The tension between manager and star player reached boiling point in December after Salah was dropped from the starting XI for three consecutive matches.
There were just a few minutes to go in the first half of Brazil's friendly with France last week when Raphinha began to experience what Carlo Ancelotti called "mild discomfort" in his right thigh. However, the mere fact that he failed to re-emerge for the second period at the Gillette Stadium immediately put Barcelona's medical team on red alert and they promptly reached out to the winger, desperately hoping to receive reassurance that he hadn't aggravated an issue that had already sidelined him twice this season.
Pep Guardiola has admitted he would not stand in Rodri’s way should the midfielder seek a move to Real Madrid. The Manchester City boss acknowledged the lure of the Spanish giants following the Ballon d'Or winner's recent hints about a return home.
Sporting director Christoph Freund comments on rumours that FC Bayern Munich are interested in a Bundesliga rising star. He also explains why Raphael Guerreiro has left the club. News and rumours about FCB.
Sophia Wilson is back with the USWNT after stepping away for motherhood, saying the journey has left her feeling more balanced, grounded and ready for the next chapter.
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