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Premier League

  1. Torres-like Ekitike has a better all-round game than Haaland

    With half-time approaching and Liverpool losing 1-0 to Newcastle United, Anfield was already bracing itself for another disappointing defeat in this most trying of seasons. In the space of 138 seconds, though, Hugo Ekitike changed the entire mood on Merseyside. The Frenchman's first goal - a near-post finish from Florian Wirtz's clever cutback - may have been crucial, but it was his second strike that sent the fans into a frenzy.

  2. Neville's right: Garnacho looks 'shot to pieces' at Chelsea

    The jury has been out on Alejandro Garnacho among Chelsea fans and pundits alike since the divisive 21-year-old swapped Old Trafford for Stamford Bridge in the summer, but recent performances have cranked up scrutiny levels. A calamitous 45 minutes against West Ham last weekend prompted Gary Neville to point out that the winger looked like his confidence was "shot to pieces" - and it's difficult to argue with that observation.

  3. The Butcher is back! Martinez is a Man Utd game-changer

    Michael Carrick is getting the bulk of plaudits for Manchester United’s resurgence since he took charge, but there is another undeniable factor to consider when analysing the uplift in performances and results at Old Trafford. Lisandro Martinez admittedly made his long-awaited first appearance after 301 days out through injury while Ruben Amorim was still in charge, but the true impact of his return is only being felt now.

  4. Why Italy are desperate to cap Atalanta's new wonderkid

    Honest Ahanor is just 17 years old - and yet on Sunday he started his fifth successive game for Atalanta, against Como. Unfortunately, Ahanor's afternoon came to an abrupt end - and quite literally by his own hand. Just eight minutes into the game at Sinigaglia, the defender was involved in an innocuous, off-the-ball clash with Maxi Perrone, who shamelessly collapsed to the ground as if Ahanor had struck him in the face.

  5. How UWCL-chasing Spurs became the WSL's surprise package

    Tottenham finished second-from-bottom in the Women's Super League last season. Since promotion seven years ago, their top-flight record against Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United stands at two wins, five draws and 42 defeats. Financially, they are not in the same place as the ‘big four’, not when Chelsea and Arsenal have both made £1-million transfers in the last year or so. And yet, despite all of this, Spurs are right in the fight with all of them for Women's Champions League qualification this season.

  6. 🎥 | GOAL's Front Three vs West Ham in ultimate quiz showdown

    Will West Ham get the better of GOAL's Front Three? We sent Yani 'Big Yarns' Ourabah to east London to battle Hammers stars Crysencio Summerville and Jean-Clair Todibo in a series of football quiz challenges. Win against BOTH the winger and centre-back for the chance to meet captain Jarrod Bowen in the final! See how Yani gets on by clicking the play button above ⬆️

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  1. Watch as Pep gives prickly reply after reporter sticks up for ref

    Pep Guardiola has insisted he has "never, ever" criticised referees in his 10 years in charge at Manchester City following his outburst at Premier League official Farai Hallam. The Spaniard has come under fire for comments made about Hallam after his refusal to award a penalty to City in their 2-0 win over Wolves, although Guardiola has gone on the defensive and, albeit issuing an apology, has doubled down on his assessment of the debutant ref's performance.

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La Liga

  1. Deco warned he faces the axe by Barca presidential candidate

    Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has warned the club's sporting director Deco that he will remove him from his job if he takes charge of the Blaugrana. Font has spoken out about his plans if he ousts Joan Laporta from office and does not want Deco involved, although he does want Hansi Flick to remain as first-team coach for the Catalan giants.

  2. Rodrygo suffers another major blow at Real Madrid

    Real Madrid star Rodrygo has sustained a hamstring injury and faces a period on the sidelines, in the wake of his Champions League suspension. The Brazil international was shown a red card during their 4-2 defeat to Benfica and will subsequently be absent from the rematch between the two sides.

Serie A

  1. Zirkzee told to reverse 'mistake' and leave 'bad Man Utd energy' behind

    Ruud Gullit has urged Joshua Zirkzee to end his Manchester United nightmare and return to Italy to salvage his career. The Dutch legend believes the forward made a massive error by moving to Old Trafford during a period of "bad energy" at the club. Amidst rumours of a summer move to Roma, Gullit insists that Serie A is the only league where the 24-year-old can truly thrive once again.

  2. Vardy in League Two?! Talks revealed over stunning transfer

    Christian Fuchs, a member of Leicester’s Premier League title-winning squad from 2015-16, has revealed that he tried to talk Foxes legend Jamie Vardy into joining him in the fourth tier of English football. Fuchs is currently calling the shots at Newport County, having stepped into management, and asked questions of whether Vardy was up for another battle against the odds.

Transfers

  1. Zinedine Zidane

    Zidane to Man Utd?! Ex-Real Madrid boss tipped for Old Trafford job

    Manchester United are once again weighing up their long-term options in the dugout as the search for Ruben Amorim’s permanent successor continues. While Michael Carrick appears to have steadied the ship, the shadow of Zinedine Zidane looms large over Old Trafford. The legendary former Real Madrid manager has been out of work for years, but Wes Brown believes the lure of the Premier League may tempt him.

  2. Tonali's agent drops fresh summer transfer hint after Arsenal links

    Sandro Tonali’s future at Newcastle United is back in the spotlight after his agent, Giuseppe Riso, hinted at a potential summer move. While the Italian midfielder remains committed to the Magpies for now, his representative has admitted that Champions League qualification will be the deciding factor. After late interest from Arsenal in January, a summer departure is now a very real possibility.

  3. 'Blame myself' - Slot's true thoughts on Liverpool squad

    Liverpool boss Arne Slot has aired his true feelings on Liverpool’s injury struggles, admitting that he can “probably blame myself” for some of the issues that have arisen at Anfield. He admits that competing on multiple fronts will be difficult for the Reds, with the winter transfer window closing without any stop-gap solutions - particularly in defence - being acquired.

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