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Grealish sidelined with significant foot injury
Everton manager David Moyes has confirmed that Jack Grealish has suffered a stress fracture in his foot, an injury expected to sideline the player for approximately two months. The 30-year-old winger, on a season-long loan from Manchester City, has been a key contributor for the Toffees this campaign, registering two goals and six assists in…
Read MoreSlot anticipates quiet January for Liverpool
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has indicated that the club is unlikely to make any significant signings during the January transfer window. While stating the club remains open to opportunities that could strengthen the squad, Slot admitted he expects the current group to remain largely unchanged. This approach represents a notable shift from the summer, when…
Read MoreArsenal eye ambitious move for Atletico’s Alvarez
Arsenal are reportedly exploring a summer move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, driven by the connections of their sporting director, Andrea Berta. Berta, who oversaw Alvarez’s €95 million transfer from Manchester City to Atletico last August, is utilizing his relationship with the player’s representatives to gauge the feasibility of a deal. The club has…
Read MoreSancho strikes as Villa book Europa League knockout spot
Aston Villa confirmed a place in the Europa League last 16 with one match still to play after defeating Fenerbahce away from home. The result extended Villa’s strong league-phase run and ensured they cannot slip outside the top eight. The decisive moment arrived midway through the first half. Jadon Sancho reacted quickest to a deflected…
Read MoreForest nightmare in Braga derails European ambitions
Nottingham Forest endured a deeply disappointing Thursday evening in Portugal, where almost everything that could go wrong did. A lifeless loss to Braga was compounded by an own goal, a missed spot-kick, and a late dismissal, leaving little room for optimism. The defeat arrived at a damaging moment. Forest had travelled with realistic expectations of…
Read MoreCeltic cling on for vital draw in Italy despite setback
Celtic’s temporary head coach Martin O’Neill praised the character and toughness shown by his players in Bologna while admitting frustration after surrendering a commanding advantage. A first-half strike from Reo Hatate, followed later by Auston Trusty’s finish, put the Scottish side firmly on track for a victory in Emilia-Romagna. However, the contest shifted dramatically when…
Read MoreLiverpool ease past Marseille to strengthen top-eight hopes
Liverpool delivered a composed display in France, emerging with a clear victory that moved them into fourth place in the Champions League table. The outcome placed Arne Slot’s team in a favourable position ahead of their upcoming Anfield meeting with Qarabag, as they aim to stay inside the top eight and bypass the playoff round.…
Read MoreLopez double drives Barca past Slavia in freezing Prague
The contest unfolded in harsh winter conditions, with the thermometer showing minus six degrees as the home side struck first. In ten minutes, a corner was glanced onward by Tomas Holes, allowing Vasil Kusej to force the ball across the line from close range. That opener briefly lifted the hosts, who required victory to keep…
Read MoreBilbao fightback leaves Atalanta facing uphill task
Athletic Club mounted an impressive recovery after the interval to undermine Atalanta’s pursuit of a direct place in the Champions League last 16 and to strengthen their own chances of reaching the playoffs. The home side had been in control before the break, with Gianluca Scamacca rising to head them in front and reward their…
Read MoreDream debut for Arbeloa as Madrid dismantle Monaco
Real Madrid produced an emphatic display in Álvaro Arbeloa’s opening Champions League match as head coach, overpowering Monaco and strengthening their position in the competition. The former defender, appointed on 12 January following Xabi Alonso’s removal after defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final, oversaw a performance that quickly eased any early pressure. The hosts…
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