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Wirtz, Mou and the weekend's biggest winners & losers

A lot of leagues and competitions take the festive period off but there was no break for players in England, Italy and Portugal over the weekend, while the action at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco resumed on December 26. The Premier League's top two, Arsenal and Manchester City, both picked up hard-fought wins on Saturday but Aston Villa remain very much in the title race after a massive win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace

Rasmus Hojlund continued his impressive start to life with Napoli with a brace in Sunday's 2-0 win over Cremonense to remain on the coattails of league leaders AC Milan. The Dane departed Manchester United for the Scudetto winners on loan over the summer having struggled to adapt to the speed and physicality of the Premier League following his move to Old Trafford in 2023.

Hojlund aims brutal dig at Man Utd after winning first Napoli trophy

Rasmus Hojlund has aimed a brutal dig at Manchester United after winning the first trophy of his loan spell at Serie A title holders Napoli. The 22-year-old striker departed Old Trafford over the summer after enduring two testing campaigns in England. He is now enjoying his football again alongside Scott McTominay, with Supercoppa Italiana success being savoured.

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📽️ | Man Utd outcast Hojland hits bizarre goal celebration

Rasmus Hojlund formed part of a bizarre celebration after teeing up Napoli team-mate David Neres for a crucial goal that settled a top-of-the-table Serie A clash with Roma. The Manchester United outcast, who has rediscovered his smile since returning to Italy in the summer of 2025, played a leading role in the effort which settled a keenly-fought contest at Stadio Olimpico.

McTominay makes fun of Hojlund at Halloween party

Former Manchester United team-mates Rasmus Hojlund and Scott McTominay showed how well they are getting on away from Old Trafford at Napoli as they attended a Halloween party together. The pair were reunited when the Serie A champions signed Hojlund on loan in the summer. And McTominay poked fun at the striker's choice of white socks during their night out.

Sesko receives 'arrogant' advice from Berbatov after slow Man Utd start

Manchester United icon Dimitar Berbatov is backing summer signing Benjamin Sesko to succeed at Old Trafford, but insists the striker must find more confidence on the pitch. It has been a tough start to life in the north of England for the Slovenian, but there have been signs of the quality that commanded a £74 million ($98m) fee to sign him from RB Leipzig.

Conte will 'get the best' out of Hojlund, says Bendtner

Nicklas Bendtner has backed Rasmus Hojlund to thrive under Antonio Conte at Napoli, praising the Italian’s "killer mentality and relentless desire to win". The former Juventus forward believes Conte can unlock his compatriot’s full potential as the young striker rebuilds confidence following a mixed spell at Manchester United.

Man Utd keen to fast-track Hojlund sale after Sancho saga

Manchester United are ready to fast-track Rasmus Hojlund's eventual sale to Napoli and sell the Danish forward to the Serie A champions when the January transfer window opens. Hojlund, who joined United from Atalanta in 2023, has hit the ground running for Antonio Conte's side since moving on loan on transfer deadline day, scoring four goals in six matches in all competitions.

Sesko & Hojlund together at Man Utd?!

Former Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy believes that Benjamin Sesko and Rasmus Hojlund could form a devastating strike partnership reminiscent of Dwight Yorke and Andy Cole if they are reunited next season. While the Danish striker impresses on loan at Napoli, McCarthy says the pair have the potential to lead a new era of firepower at Old Trafford under Ruben Amorim.

Conte reveals why he left Hojlund & McTominay out of Napoli clash

Antonio Conte revealed why he left out star players Rasmus Hojlund and Scott McTominay from Napoli's matchday squad against Torino in Serie A on Saturday. The reigning Italian champions felt the absence of the former Manchester United duo as they went down 1-0 away from home, with Giovanni Simeone scoring the winning goal in the first half for the hosts.

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'Goals are like ketchup' - Hojlund basks in great run since Man Utd exit

Rasmus Hojlund is relishing his impressive form for Napoli and the Denmark national team following the striker's departure from Manchester United. With six goals in his last five games for club and country, the Dane says his excellent run proves that "goals are like ketchup" as he celebrated his effort in a vital World Cup qualifying win against Greece.

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'Man Utd is a virus' - Red Devils mocked as Hojlund scores again

Manchester United were mocked over social media as Rasmus Hojlund continued his fine goalscoring form since leaving the club in the summer. The striker found the back of the net once again in Denmark’s World Cup-qualifying clash with Greece on Sunday evening, having also made a brilliant start to life with Serie A champions Napoli following his departure from Old Trafford in September.

Denmark boss aims dig at Man Utd over Rasmus Hojlund treatment

Rasmus Hojlund has enjoyed a impressive start to life with Napoli, scoring four goals in six outings, following his arrival on loan from Manchester United on deadline day. Denmark Brian Riemer has since aimed a dig at the Premier League side for their use of the young striker, who struggled for consistency at Old Trafford following his arrival from Atalanta in 2023.

Hojlund proving he can be a star after Man Utd struggles, says Conte

Napoli head coach Antonio Conte is delighted with the performances of Rasmus Hojlund, who is spending the 2025-26 season on loan from Manchester United. According to the Italian, the 22-year-old still has "significant room for improvement", but believes that he "has the potential to be a star" and is proving his quality after scoring four goals in his first six games for the Partenopei.

Conte praised for 'clever' signing of Man Utd flop Hojlund

Former Real Madrid and England manager Fabio Capello hailed Antonio Conte bringing Rasmus Hojlund to Napoli as a "clever decision" as the Manchester United flop's "desire for redemption" is becoming evident. After being included in Ruben Amorim's 'bomb squad' in pre-season, the Danish forward completed an initial loan move to the Italian champions late in the transfer window.

'I know what he went through at Utd'- Eriksen 'incredibly happy' for Hojlund

Former Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen is "incredibly happy" for Rasmus Hojlund after his Denmark team-mate's "great" start to life at Napoli. After a frustrating spell at Old Trafford where chances were few and confidence was crushed, Hojlund has exploded into form at Napoli. Four goals in six games, including crucial winners against Sporting and Genoa, have turned the 22-year-old into the talk of Naples.

Frequently asked questions

: Vinicius Jr. is an eccentric left winger who loves to dribble past players. He usually tugs the touchline on the left flank, but has shown immense capabilities to function in a two-man strike partnership up front.
: Vinicius Jr. was born in the Sao Goncalo municipality in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
: Vinicius Jr. inherited the iconic No. 7 jersey at Real Madrid ahead of the 2023-24 season, taking forward the legacy of the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Raul. He continues to be the franchise player of the club by donning their most legendary jersey number in history.
: Vinicius Jr. stands at 1.76m (5ft 9in), using it to his advantage to become one of the fastest and most entertaining players in Europe.
: Vinicius Jr. weighs 73kg (161 lbs), with his low weight a benefit on the pitch as he heavily relies on his pace and agility.
: Vinicius Jr. started his youth career at Flamengo, spending 12 years at the club before arriviing at Real Madrid at the age of 18.
: No, Vinicius Jr. hasn't become a father yet.
: Vinicius Jr. hasn't married anyone yet, and there aren't any reports circling his relationship status.

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