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Atletico de Madrid v Rayo Vallecano de Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports

Alvarez dismisses rift with Simeone after lip-reading controversy

Julian Alvarez silenced talk of a rift with Diego Simeone in the best way possible, by firing a stunning hat-trick that sealed Atletico Madrid’s 3-2 comeback win over Rayo Vallecano. After the match, the Argentine forward addressed the lip-reading controversy from the Mallorca game, insisting his frustration was misinterpreted and that his bond with Simeone remains intact.

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Yamal so good but Pedri makes the difference, says Leverkusen star

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Aleix Garcia didn't fall short of words while praising Barcelona duo and Spanish national team-mates Lamine Yamal and Pedri. While Garcia admitted that he "enjoy watching him", he hailed Pedri as the nucleus of the reigning La Liga champions, explaining what makes the former Las Palmas sensation such an effective and reliable footballer.

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Flick eyes Bundesliga star as Lewandowski's heir but Laporta disagrees

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is reportedly interested in signing Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski. The Guinea international, who is under contract with Dortmund until 2028, has been offered to several clubs across Europe, with Barcelona reportedly targeting him next summer. However, president Joan Laporta is reportedly not enthusiastic about the idea of bringing Guirassy in.

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Tennis legend issues warning to Yamal after setting off 'alarm bells'

Two teenage prodigies, worlds apart in sport but bound by precocious brilliance — Boris Becker, the youngest Wimbledon champion in history, sees his own reflection in Barcelona’s wonderkid Lamine Yamal. Yet while Becker’s triumphs were followed by turbulence, he now urges the 18-year-old football sensation to guard against the same pitfalls as fame and fortune come crashing in.

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Fermin Lopez opens up on alleged girlfriend rift with Gavi

Fermin Lopez has shut down rumours of a rift with Gavi, insisting that the two remain close friends despite months of speculation linking their supposed fallout to personal disputes and training-ground clashes. The Barcelona midfielder says he is focused on maturity, mental strength and loyalty to the club as the noise around his relationship with Gavi refuses to die down.

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UEFA writes pleading letters to FAs over hosting games abroad

European football’s governing body, UEFA, has sent a letter to all 55 member federations, warning them that prior approval must be sought before scheduling league matches outside Europe. Describing the matter as sensitive with far-reaching implications, UEFA stressed the need for caution amid plans to host AC Milan vs Como in Australia and Villarreal vs Barcelona scheduled for Miami.

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Yamal visits Gavi in hospital after injury blow for Barcelona

Lamine Yamal has visited Barcelona team-mate Gavi in hospital after seeing his fellow La Masia academy graduate suffer another devastating injury blow. It has been revealed that Spain international midfielder Gavi is facing between four and five months on the sidelines after being forced to undergo surgery on another knee problem - with a long-term solution to frustrating fitness issues being sought.

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Simeone wants Alvarez to 'stay for years' amid Barca transfer talk

Julian Alvarez ended his goal drought in spectacular fashion with a hat-trick that sealed Atletico Madrid’s 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano, offering a lifeline to Diego Simeone’s inconsistent side. While Simeone hailed the Argentine as Atleti’s “best player” and called for him to stay long-term, the result only briefly masks the club’s broader struggles as they prepare for a decisive Madrid derby.

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Man Utd close in on Senegal wonderkid after impressive trial

Manchester United are reportedly on the verge of securing Senegalese sensation Mouhamed Dabo, after the young midfielder impressed during trials at the club’s Carrington base. According to Africa Foot, the U17 national team captain is “very close” to committing to the Red Devils, sparking excitement over another African prospect joining the club’s youth setup.

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Yamal sends heartfelt message to Gavi after fresh injury nightmare

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has issued a strong message for his team-mate Gavi who has been left devastated by a serious knee injury during training which has ruled him out for up to five months. Gavi has undergone surgery and begun his rehabilitation, but will certainly miss the majority of this season and potentially a place in Spain's 2026 World Cup squad.

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'Ronaldo, get off my face!' - Ex-ref reveals bizarre incident

Former Premier League referee, Mark Clattenburg, revealed a bizarre incident with Cristiano Ronaldo after the Euro 2016 final. The 50-year-old former referee, now better known for trading his black kit for the bright lights of BBC’s Gladiators, was the man in charge when Portugal toppled France to lift their first-ever European Championship nine years ago.

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Barcelona make Rashford decision amid transfer fee stand-off

Barcelona have reportedly made a decision on Marcus Rashford’s future amid talk of a stand off with Manchester United over a transfer fee. The England forward has slotted seamlessly into life at the Camp Nou, scoring twice and setting up two more in his last three outings. At 27, he looks rejuvenated, with his performances turning heads in Catalonia and drawing warm praise from fans.

Deportivo Alaves v Girona FC - La Liga EA Sports

Man Utd flop Van de Beek's injury hell continues with fresh blow

Donny van de Beek's injury-blighted career has taken another devastating blow with reports he's suffered an Achilles injury during his first match back for Girona after five months on the sidelines. The Dutchman's time at Manchester United was hampered by a series of injuries and he was allowed to leave, but his injury luck has not improved since leaving Old Trafford.

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Guehi 'likely' to leave in January amid Liverpool & Madrid links

Marc Guehi is reportedly 'likely' to leave Crystal Palace in January amid transfer interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid. The defender was on the cusp of sealing an Anfield move on transfer deadline day, only for Palace to pull out of the deal at the eleventh hour. Madrid are hoping to sign him on a free next summer but the Eagles may try and get a fee for him in early 2026.

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Alvarez tipped for Barcelona move amid Simeone frustration

Julian Alvarez’s frustrations at Atletico Madrid have sparked fresh transfer speculation, with his former coach tipping him for a move to Barcelona. Hugo Rafael Varas insists Alvarez has 'never' been used in his right position under Diego Simeone and believes the Argentine forward should leave unless there is a change of manager.

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Ancelotti: 'Ruthless' Bayern sacking 'worse' than Madrid & Chelsea

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed that his dismissal by Bayern Munich was "worse" than the sackings he faced at Chelsea and Real Madrid. The Italian coach says it was a mistake against Paris Saint-Germain that saw him given his walking papers just a month into the 2017-18 season. The legendary manager reflected on the disappointing period in an upcoming autobiography.

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📽️ | Gakpo names Messi as childhood idol amid Trent admission

Liverpool star Cody Gakpo has revealed that Lionel Messi was his childhood idol, while giving an ultimate compliment to former team-mate Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Netherlands international was hit with a series of questions about his career and some of the best players he has come up against. And in it, he sung the praises of some well-known faces over the years.

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Scholes praise of Pedri 'means a lot', says Barca boss Flick

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick spoke about the praise Pedri received from former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes, who revealed that the 22-year-old is his "new favourite footballer". Since Flick took charge of Barca, Pedri has shrugged off his fitness issues and was one of the best midfielders in the world last season, a trend that has carried over into the current season.

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Vitinha 'privileged' to finish behind Dembele & Yamal in Ballon d'Or race

Vitinha expressed his happiness at achieving a third-placed finish in the Ballon d'Or rankings and extended his congratulations to Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Ousmane Dembele, who pipped Barcelona rival Lamine Yamal to lift the prestigious award. Vitinha was one of the best midfielders in the world last season and achieved tremendous success with both club and country.

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Revealed: Hefty fees Barca must pay for Montjuic amid Camp Nou delays

Barcelona’s Camp Nou delays are causing further financial strain on the club, with the Spanish giants being forced to move back to the Montjuic stadium for the time being. Each match at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys costs Barca a hefty amount as institutional vice-president Elena Fort confirmed they are navigating the costs while awaiting the reopening of their iconic stadium.

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Carragher tells Liverpool to seal 'dream' transfer

Jamie Carragher has revealed what his "dream" Liverpool transfer would be but admits it is a long shot. The Reds legend was honoured in Bilbao on Tuesday where he received the 2025 One Club Man award after spending his entire career at the Merseyside outfit. Before being handed this honour by Athletic Club, the ex-defender admitted he would love to see a La Liga player in a Liverpool shirt.

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Vinicius: Modric teachings behind 'one of my best goals ever'

Vinicius Junior has revealed that teachings from former Real Madrid team-mate Luka Modric led to him scoring "one of his best goals ever" against Levante. The Brazilian winger opened the scoring for Los Blancos with a brilliant trivela shot before Franco Mastantuono doubled the lead in the first half. Kylian Mbappe then scored a brace to seal a thumping 4-1 win for the Spanish giants.

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'Never seen a player like him!' - Mastantuono in awe of Bellingham

Franco Mastantuono is in absolute awe of fellow Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham, who made his second substitute appearance after returning from a two-month post-surgery layoff last week in Los Blancos' comfortable 4-1 win over Levante on Tuesday. Mastantuono claimed that he has never seen a player quite like the Englishman, showing eagerness to spend more time with him on the pitch.

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Man Utd stars questioned Antony's ability & treatment of staff

Antony's Manchester United team-mates reportedly had doubts about the winger's ability and concerns were raised over his conduct towards Carrington staff. The Brazilian swapped Ajax for the Red Devils in a whopping £85 million ($115m) deal in 2022 and joined Real Betis this summer for £63.8m ($86m) less than that. Now, more grumblings about the 25-year-old are coming out of the woodwork.

Frequently asked questions

Manchester United and Liverpool both have 20 top-flight league titles to their name, and are the most successful sides in English history for league wins. With Liverpool securing their second Premier League in the 2024-25 season, they've won two in the Premier League era and 18 prior to its creation. By contrast, Manchester United have won 13 Premier League titles and seven before the league's inception, last winning a Premier League title at the end of the 2012-13 campaign.

The Premier League in its current format has 20 teams. The first-ever season of the Premier League era in 1992-93 featured 22 teams, which was then reduced to 20 teams ahead of the 1995-96 season.

Garath Barry leads the way with 653 appearances for four different clubs: Aston Villa, Manchester City, Everton and West Bromwich Albion. James Milner is second with 637, winning PL titles with both Manchester City and Liverpool. He is still playing with Brighton, so could surpass Barry if he carries on. Third is Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs, with 632 appearances.

Jimmy Greaves, widely regarded as the most prolific English goalscorer ever, but Alan Shearer is the Premier League's top scorer of all time, with 260 goals across a famed career for both Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United.

Manchester United icon Ryan Giggs holds the record for the most assists in Premier League history. Giggs spent his entire career at Old Trafford, making 672 appearances and registering 162 assists between 1991 and 2014.

Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri is the youngest player to ever play in the Premier League. Nwaneri was just 15 days and 181 days old when he made his debut for the Gunners against Brentford in the 2022-23 season.

Stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, Eric Cantona, Steven Gerrard, Dennis Bergkamp, Didier Drogba and Mohamed Salah (still playing) have all featured in the Premier League era.

Jose Mourinho, Sir Alex Ferguson, Carlo Ancelotti, Pep Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel, Jurgen Klopp, and Arsene Wenger are among the most famous managers to have taken charge of a Premier League club.

Manchester United's Old Trafford is the biggest stadium in the league with a capacity of 74,310.