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Barcelona switch striker target after Álvarez setback
Barcelona are planning to bring in a new central forward this summer following the confirmed departure of Robert Lewandowski. The club’s intention is to add a high-profile number nine who can compete for the starting role alongside Ferran Torres. For several months, the main focus of their recruitment strategy has been Atlético Madrid and Argentina…
Read MoreAlonso set for Premier League return
Xabi Alonso’s future appears to be taking shape after weeks of speculation involving several major European clubs. The Spanish manager had been connected with Milan, particularly as uncertainty surrounded Max Allegri’s position and the possibility of a managerial change in Italy. Earlier reports suggested the Rossoneri viewed Alonso as a serious option, with prior approaches…
Read MoreFarke demands bigger vision from Leeds after Premier League survival
Daniel Farke says he will only continue leading Leeds United if the club shares his desire to keep progressing beyond simple Premier League survival. Ahead of Sunday’s final home fixture of the season against Brighton, the German coach stressed that remaining in the division alone cannot be the long-term objective. The 49-year-old guided Leeds to…
Read MoreLukaku selected by Belgium despite fitness concerns before World Cup
Belgium manager Rudi Garcia has included Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad even though he admitted the forward is not yet fully fit. The Napoli attacker recently turned 33 and has struggled for playing time during the 2025-26 season after recovering from a hamstring problem. Lukaku has spent the past two months in Belgium…
Read MoreLiverpool collapse again as defensive flaws deepen fears over Champions League race
Liverpool’s miserable run continued with a damaging 4-2 loss at Villa Park, where frustration among supporters was once again impossible to ignore. Just as happened during the defeat to Chelsea at Anfield a week earlier, many away fans headed for the exits before the final whistle after watching another lifeless display from Arne Slot’s side.…
Read MoreValencia held by Rayo Vallecano at Mestalla
Valencia CF drew 1-1 with Rayo Vallecano on Thursday evening in their Matchday 36 La Liga fixture at Mestalla. Diego López scored for the hosts in a match that featured chances at both ends and a dramatic missed penalty in the first half. The atmosphere inside Mestalla was intense from the opening moments, with the…
Read MoreDeschamps reflects on final World Cup squad selection
Didier Deschamps spoke to reporters on Thursday evening after revealing the 26 players selected for France’s World Cup squad. The announcement came during an appearance on TF1’s evening news, where the 57-year-old presented the final tournament group of his tenure as national team manager. With his contract ending after the competition, Deschamps admitted the occasion…
Read MoreMbappé responds after boos at the Bernabéu
Kylian Mbappé said he understood why he had not been included in Real Madrid’s starting XI for the 2-0 victory over Real Oviedo, claiming he was viewed as the fourth attacking option by coach Alvaro Arbeloa. The France international entered the match in the 69th minute on Thursday and was greeted by whistles from sections…
Read MorePSG triumph over Lens to secure record-extending 14th league crown
Paris Saint-Germain clinched the Ligue 1 championship by defeating nearest challengers Lens at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, sealing the trophy with one match still to play. Entering the contest knowing a draw would be enough to finish beyond Lens’ reach, PSG instead delivered victory to confirm their dominance once again. The result ensured the Paris club collected…
Read MoreManchester City stay in contention after dominant Palace victory
Manchester City returned to within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal after a convincing home success over Crystal Palace, ensuring the championship battle will continue into the closing week of the campaign. Victory was essential for Pep Guardiola’s side, as anything less would have given Arsenal the chance to secure the crown against Burnley…
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