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AS Roma v FC Viktoria Plzen - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD3

Gasperini demands 'soul-searching' from sluggish Roma forwards

Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini was heavily critical of his team's attacking unit after their defeat against the Czech top-flight team Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League. The manager expressed some harsh words after his team went down 2-1 on home soil, with the solitary goal coming from Paulo Dybala's spot-kick.

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Maccabi decline any ticket allocation for UEL clash with Villa

The UK Government has expressed its disappointment following the unexpected move by Maccabi Tel Aviv to refuse any ticket allocation for their upcoming Europa League fixture against Aston Villa. A government spokesperson described the announcement as "deeply saddening", emphasising the principle that football supporters must be able to enjoy matches free from intimidation or violence.

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Tel Aviv derby called off due to 'endangerment of human lives'

The highly-anticipated derby clash between arch-rivals Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv had to be suspended after violent riots broke out among supporters that led to “endangerment of human lives”. Several members of local police forces suffered injuries after becoming caught up in chaotic scenes prior to the game in question getting underway, with a number of arrests being made.

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Starmer criticises ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans for Villa match

West Midlands police have advised Birmingham's Safety Advisory Group to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending their game against Aston Villa. The Israeli side travel to Villa Park next month for matchday four of the 2025/26 Europa League campaign but in order to avoid fan violence, local authorities believe the right move is to block away supporters from making the trip to Birmingham.

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Aston Villa to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from UEL clash

Security concerns have prompted a request from the West Midlands police that Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters not attend Aston Villa's Europa League game next month. It means that there will be no away fans in attendance at Villa Park when the pair meet in the competition at the start of November. Villa have made an impressive start to their European campaign, winning both matches so far.

Nottingham Forest FC v FC Midtjylland - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD2

Forest make latest UEFA complaint after Europa League defeat

Nottingham Forest have officially lodged a complaint with UEFA following their dramatic 3-2 Europa League home defeat to FC Midtjylland, as the pressure mounts on manager Ange Postecoglou just six games into his reign at the City Ground. Forest chiefs were left incensed by the controversial officiating during Thursday’s European clash, which saw the visitors escape with three points amid a series of questionable decisions from French referee Willy Delajod.

Nottingham Forest FC v FC Midtjylland - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD2

Do or die for Postecoglou: Newcastle decisive for Forest boss

Ange Postecoglou may find himself under increased pressure if results at Nottingham Forest do not improve quickly, according to reports. The Australian 'retains the immediate backing' of the Forest board, who believe extenuating circumstances may have played a role in his failure to win any of his first six matches in charge in all competitions. Fans made their voices heard late on in defeat to Midtjylland in the Europa League, though, and the understanding is that things must improve soon.

Swansea City v Nottingham Forest - Carabao Cup Third Round

Postecoglou has full faith in Nottingham Forest project

Ange Postecoglou insists he remains confident in Nottingham Forest’s direction despite intense speculation over his future following a poor start to life at the City Ground. The Australian is still searching for his first win after six matches in charge, but says his focus is firmly on improving results rather than the growing uncertainty around his job.

SK Sturm Graz v Rangers FC - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD2

Martin defends Rangers tactics after sixth defeat of tenure

Rangers' Europa League nightmare got worse on Thursday night as they collapsed to a 2-1 defeat against Sturm Graz, leaving boss Russell Martin pointing the finger squarely at his players' mentality. Two catastrophic goals conceded in the first 35 minutes had the Ibrox side chasing shadows, and while Djeidi Gassama's second-half strike gave them hope, it was yet another evening of misery for the travelling fans.

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First in 100 years! Postecoglou makes unwanted Forest history

Ange Postecoglou has made history at Nottingham Forest, but not the kind that the Australian coach was hoping for. The former Tottenham manager has failed to win any of his opening six games as Reds boss, since being appointed as successor to Nuno Espirito Santo. His latest setback came in a Europa League clash with Midtjylland, with fans at the City Ground airing their anger before the final whistle blew on Trentside.

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Gasperini left astonished as Roma miss THREE penalties in a row

Gian Piero Gasperini was left astonished as AS Roma missed three penalties in a row and went down 1-0 against Lille in the Europa League on Thursday. The incident happened after Roma were awarded a penalty. Artem Dovbyk had to take his penalty twice after Berke Ozer came out of his line to stop both efforts. Finally, Matias Soule took the spot-kick in the third attempt and Ozer once again saved.

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Rogers' nightmare! Villa star ironically cheered by own fans

Morgan Rogers endured an evening to forget when facing Bologna in the Europa League, despite seeing Aston Villa battle their way to a much-needed 1-0 win. The England international has been struggling for form at the start of the 2025-26 campaign and was ironically cheered by his own supporters as some wayward passing fell under the microscope at Villa Park.

Rangers FC v KRC Genk - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

McCoist tells Martin he's 'in BIG trouble' at Rangers

Ally McCoist has warned Rangers boss Russell Martin that he's "in big trouble" as the Ibrox crowd continues to rally against the under-fire manager. Their Europa League adventure got off to a nightmare start with a drab 1-0 loss to Genk, and the home crowd made it brutally clear they've had enough of Martin in charge. It was another chaotic night that included a VAR controversy, a red card, and the killer blow delivered by none other than a former Celtic striker.