When Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich meet, sporting drama is guaranteed. At this year’s Franz Beckenbauer Supercup, however, emotions boiled over a little on the touchline in one scene.
Liverpool have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye after both players were omitted from the Paris Saint-Germain squad once again. The attacking duo have been heavily linked with a move to Anfield, and their absence from Luis Enrique's recent selections has only intensified speculation regarding their long-term futures in the French capital.
Jean-Philippe Mateta has seen his attempts to force a shock exit from Crystal Palace hit a significant roadblock after his legal challenge regarding his contract status was dismissed. The Frenchman had hoped to secure a move away from Selhurst Park as a free agent by arguing his current deal was no longer valid.
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has offered a frank assessment of his side's disappointing start to the Premier League season, admitting they lacked the necessary fight. The North London club suffered a bruising 3-0 defeat at the hands of Brentford, leaving the Italian tactician to lament his team's physical and tactical shortcomings.
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