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Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

Robertson tells team-mates: Prove you're good enough for Liverpool

Andy Robertson has urged his Liverpool team-mates to rise to the occasion and prove their worth at Anfield amid growing scrutiny. Following a frustrating draw against Tottenham Hotspur, the Scotland captain insists the squad must unite to ease the mounting pressure on manager Arne Slot ahead of a crucial Champions League second-leg clash with Galatasaray.

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Bayer 04 Leverkusen v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

Kompany reveals Bayern plan amid talk of debut for 16-year-old goalkeeper

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has admitted that a sensational senior debut in the Champions League for 16-year-old goalkeeper Leonard Prescott is a possibility, though it is not the current plan ahead of the showdown against Atalanta. The Bundesliga giants are facing a major selection headache ahead of the 16 second-leg clash at the Allianz Arena, with injuries ruling out more senior options.

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Atletico de Madrid v Tottenham Hotspur FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg

Tudor provides Gallagher update ahead of Atletico clash

Tottenham Hotspur face a daunting task as they look to overturn a three-goal deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday. Interim head coach Igor Tudor has revealed that January signing Conor Gallagher is a major doubt for the clash due to respiratory issues and a viral infection, though the coach is happy to have Cristian Romero back in the team.

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Barca boss Flick drops 'last job' bombshell

Hansi Flick has dropped a bombshell regarding his future, confirming that Barcelona will be the final club of his coaching career. Despite mounting speculation over a potential contract extension, the German tactician remains focused on the present as the Blaugrana prepare for a crucial European showdown against Newcastle on Wednesday in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16.

H. FlickBarcelona
Tottenham Hotspur v Newcastle United - Premier League

Van de Ven hits back at Spurs 'nonsense'

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven has furiously dismissed rumours suggesting the squad has given up on their season amid a grim Premier League relegation battle. Speaking ahead of a crucial Champions League round of 16 tie against Atletico Madrid, the Dutchman passionately defended his teammates, insisting everyone at the club is fully committed to turning their dire situation around.

Tottenham HotspurM. van de Ven
Mohamed Salah Liverpool 2025-26 FA Cup

Liverpool WILL listen to offers for Salah! Bold shout explained

Emile Heskey has told GOAL why Liverpool will listen to offers for Mohamed Salah this summer, with the Egyptian superstar finding himself back on the bench. The mercurial winger, with 254 goals for the Reds to his name, is under contract until the summer of 2027. He may, however, be moved on in the next transfer window while a fee can still be generated.

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Flick delivers Yamal fitness update ahead of UCL decider vs Newcastle

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has confirmed that Lamine Yamal is fully fit and ready for the club's high-stakes Champions League round-of-16 second leg against Newcastle United. The 18-year-old sensation was notably rested during the weekend win over Sevilla in La Liga, leading to speculation regarding his physical condition. However, the German tactician has dismissed any injury concerns, insisting his talisman is prepared for the decisive clash at the Spotify Camp Nou.

L. YamalBarcelona
Manchester City v Nottingham Forest - Premier League

Real Madrid target Rodri responds to transfer talk

Rodri has fueled speculation regarding a potential move to Real Madrid after delivering a cryptic response about his Manchester City future. The former Ballon d'Or winner also admitted to feeling "frustrated" with City's recent inability to kill off games.

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Unexpected boost for Spurs as key player returns from injury two months early

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a significant injury boost ahead of their crucial Champions League round of 16 second-leg tie against Atletico Madrid. Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall has made a surprise return to full training two months ahead of schedule, having previously been ruled out until April following ankle surgery. His availability provides interim boss Igor Tudor with a vital extra creative option as the club seeks a European miracle.

Tottenham HotspurL. Bergvall
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Why Newcastle might sell Woltemade after just one season

When Newcastle beat Bayern Munich to the signing of towering Stuttgart frontman Nick Woltemade in August, it was seen as major coup on the back of their qualification for the 2025-26 Champions League. Indeed, Eddie Howe was delighted to see the club-record, £65 million ($88m) deal pushed through late in the summer transfer window, with the German snapped up as a replacement for Liverpool-bound Alexander Isak.

AnalysisNewcastle United
Kinsky - Vicario - Tudor

Porro speaks out on Tudor subbing Kinsky just 17 minutes into UCL horror show

Pedro Porro has defended Igor Tudor's unprecedented decision to replace goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky just 17 minutes into Tottenham's crushing Champions League round of 16 first leg loss to Atletico Madrid. The young goalkeeper was replaced after a disastrous start at the Metropolitano, in which the visitors fell behind by three goals. Porro has now revealed the dressing room's reaction to the unexpected tactical move.

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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.

AnalysisManchester City
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Chelsea huddle fiasco shows they're no longer a serious club

The history of Chelsea Football Club can be split into three separate eras. You have everything that happened before Roman Abramovich's takeover in 2003, everything that happened under the Russian oligarch's control, and everything after he was forced to pass over the keys to the club to the BlueCo-Clearlake consortium in 2022.

OpinionChelsea
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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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Jamie Carragher and Arne Slot

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.

LiverpoolA. Slot
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