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Has Pep lost his magic touch

City on the brink: Has Pep lost his magic touch?

With Manchester City trailing Real Madrid 3-0 ahead of the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, you might have assumed Pep Guardiola would spend the day before the game at the Etihad Stadium running through tactical instructions with his squad or delivering motivational messages to help them overhaul this daunting deficit against the kings of European football. You would certainly not have imagined the coach would give his players a day off.

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Arbeloa gives Bellingham & Mbappe as duo return ahead of Man City clash

Alvaro Arbeloa confirmed that Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe have returned to the Real Madrid squad ahead of the trip to face Manchester City in the Champions League. Both players have been dealing with fitness issues but the head coach says they are now ready to travel with the team, with Mbappe available to play while Bellingham is close to making his return.

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Carragher warns Slot over 'disgruntled' Liverpool fans

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has issued a stark warning to Arne Slot, suggesting the Dutchman may have reached a point of no return with the Anfield faithful. The Reds were booed off following a frustrating 1-1 draw with Tottenham, leaving their season in jeopardy and the manager's relationship with the supporters fractured.

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Rosenior to meet PGMOL over ref row

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior is set to hold urgent face-to-face talks with the PGMOL this week following a controversial 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United. The scheduled meeting comes after a bizarre pre-match incident where Blues players were seen forming a huddle around the referee, sparking intense scrutiny and debate over the squad's unusual on-pitch conduct.

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Arteta tells Dowman his goal 'isn't relevant anymore'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has challenged teenage sensation Max Dowman to remain grounded following his historic Premier League goal against Everton at the weekend. As the Gunners prepare to host Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow in their Champions League last-16 second leg, following a 1-1 draw in Germany, the coach insists past achievements matter little as focus turns to the future.

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Neto avoids ban for pushing ball boy in PSG clash

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has escaped a ban for pushing a ball boy in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie with Paris Saint-Germain. The incident occurred during a frustrating night in the French capital where the Blues were comprehensively beaten 5-2, leaving their European ambitions hanging by a thread.

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Reece James' injury hell continues as he's sidelined yet again

Chelsea captain Reece James will miss several games after picking up a new injury. James has enjoyed a fine 2025-26 season and was expected to be named in England's squad later this week for the upcoming March internationals but he is now set for an extended period on the treatment table with a hamstring problem.

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Szoboszlai takes aim at Liverpool fans

Dominik Szoboszlai has issued a blunt wake-up call to both his team-mates and the Liverpool faithful following a damaging 1-1 draw against Tottenham. The Hungarian midfielder, who opened the scoring at Anfield, expressed his deep frustration with supporters who opted to leave the stadium before the final whistle. With Liverpool's Champions League hopes hanging by a thread, Szoboszlai insisted that a fractured atmosphere is actively hindering the team’s performance.

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Pep's surprising admission after he CANCELS Man City training

Pep Guardiola has made a surprising admission when explaining why he has given his Manchester City players the day off 24 hours before facing Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 second leg. City lost the first leg 3-0 in Madrid and are hoping to become only the fifth team in the competition's modern history to overturn a deficit of three goals or more.

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Ancelotti's reveals 'it's a shame' text message he sent Valverde

Real Madrid's former coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed the light-hearted message he sent to Federico Valverde following the midfielder’s stunning hat-trick against Manchester City. The Uruguayan international produced the performance of a lifetime at the Santiago Bernabeu, single-handedly dismantling the Premier League giants in a sensational first-half display. His treble has put the Spanish giants in a commanding position ahead of the second leg.

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'Serious concerns' - Rosenior facing Chelsea sack ALREADY

Liam Rosenior’s tenure at Stamford Bridge is already under significant threat as the Chelsea hierarchy reportedly has "serious concerns" over his long-term suitability. Despite only being appointed in January, the former Hull City boss has struggled for the consistency and results required to meet the club's lofty ambitions. Internal figures are now weighing up another managerial change, leaving the project in a state of flux ahead of a pivotal summer window.

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Boost for Madrid as BOTH Mbappe & Bellingham return to squad

Kylian Mbappe is officially back in the fold for Real Madrid after a knee injury kept him out of the first-leg victory at the Bernabeu. The French superstar has undergone a conservative treatment plan over the last three weeks to avoid surgery, and his progress at Valdebebas has been swift enough to warrant a place in the squad to face Manchester City alongside Jude Bellingham, who has also been out recently.

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Pep to City flops: Stay home if you don't believe in Madrid comeback

Pep Guardiola has issued an ultimatum to his Manchester City squad, telling any players who doubt their ability to stage a historic Champions League comeback to "stay at home". Facing a daunting three-goal deficit against Real Madrid, the Catalan manager is demanding total belief from his side. City must overcome both their recent poor form and a dismal historical record in first-leg recovery missions to keep their European dreams alive.

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'He faces 200 million defenders!' - Pep defends Haaland

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has offered a staunch defence of Erling Haaland, claiming the striker occupies "the most difficult position on the planet" after another scoreless outing against West Ham. The Norway international has seen his usually prolific output stall in 2026, a stark contrast to his blistering start to the campaign.

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'Absolutely shocking' - Carragher blasts Vicario for Szoboszlai goal

Tottenham’s goalkeeping issues were in the spotlight again on Sunday as Guglielmo Vicario found himself in the crosshairs of Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher. The drama unfolded in the 18th minute when Dominik Szoboszlai stepped up to take a free-kick, curling a right-footed effort past Vicario for the opening goal of the game, drawing huge criticism from Carragher.

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Real Madrid handed Mbappe boost ahead of Man City clash

Kylian Mbappe has handed Real Madrid a fitness boost after completing a normal training session with the rest of the first-team squad on Sunday. The forward has been working through a fitness programme to overcome a persistent knee problem that kept him out of recent domestic action, but his presence in Valdebebas suggests he is closing in on a return to first-team action.

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Newcastle share fitness update on Tonali ahead of Barca clash

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has provided an update on Sandro Tonali’s fitness ahead of a huge game in the Champions League against Barcelona at the Spotify Camp Nou. The former AC Milan man fell victim to a bug that has been spreading through the first-team squad over the last few weeks, leaving the coaching staff sweating on his fitness ahead of the second leg against Hansi Flick's side.

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Mbappe caught up in club-versus-country row

Real Madrid face a dilemma over Kylian Mbappe's fitness ahead of their Champions League clash with Manchester City clash as France and Nike demand his presence for international friendlies. The World Cup winner may be called upon by his country despite sitting out matches at club level.

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Revealed: The role Mbappe will play for Real against Man City

Kylian Mbappe will reportedly board the plane with the Real Madrid squad this Monday as they travel to England. Desperate to avoid just watching from the sidelines, the forward is pushing to be available for Alvaro Arbeloa in this decisive Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City. After missing recent action, the Frenchman is eager to help his side navigate the Etihad cauldron and secure a spot in the quarter-finals.

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Tudor explains why he ignored tearful Kinsky after shock subbing

Tottenham Hotspur interim boss Igor Tudor has stood by his brutal 17th-minute substitution of Antonin Kinsky during a chaotic defeat to Atletico Madrid. Despite facing intense scrutiny for ignoring the tearful goalkeeper as he left the pitch, Tudor remains adamant that his touchline reaction was a deliberate strategy to prevent a bad situation from spiraling out of control.

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