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Real Madrid to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for £50m
Real Madrid are closing in on the signing of Bournemouth center-back Dean Huijsen after deciding to trigger his £50 million release clause. The 20-year-old Spain international is nearing an agreement on personal terms with the Spanish giants, having turned down a number of proposals from English clubs. The defender’s contract at Bournemouth, signed less than…
Read MoreInfantino’s late arrival sparks protest at FIFA congress
FIFA president Gianni Infantino was accused by UEFA of placing “private political interests” above football after arriving over two hours late to a major FIFA meeting in Paraguay. The congress, held at the Conmebol Convention Center near Asuncion, was scheduled to begin at 10:30 local time (14:30 BST), but Infantino arrived at 12:47. The 55-year-old…
Read MoreBologna lift first major trophy in over five decades
Bologna celebrated a historic triumph at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, clinching the Coppa Italia by narrowly defeating AC Milan. The 1-0 result marked the club’s first significant silverware since 1974. Dan Ndoye scored the match-winner, reacting quickest to a loose ball in the penalty area and smashing a strike beyond the Milan goalkeeper. The…
Read MoreNottingham Forest’s Awoniyi recovering after life-threatening injury
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has regained consciousness after being placed in an induced coma following surgery for a major abdominal issue. The Nigerian forward sustained the injury in Sunday’s 2-2 match against Leicester City when he collided with the goalpost in the final moments of the game. He was taken to hospital the following…
Read MoreRamon’s late goal delays Barcelona’s title celebrations
Jacobo Ramon’s stoppage-time strike gave Real Madrid a dramatic 2-1 victory over Mallorca at the Santiago Bernabeu, postponing Barcelona’s La Liga title party by at least one more day. Hansi Flick’s squad were moments from celebrating without even stepping onto the field, but Ramon’s close-range finish in the dying seconds kept the title race mathematically…
Read MoreTaiwo Awoniyi in coma after late collision
Nottingham Forest forward Taiwo Awoniyi is currently in an induced coma following an operation on a significant abdominal injury sustained during Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Leicester City at the City Ground. The 27-year-old Nigeria international collided forcefully with the goalpost in the 88th minute while attempting to reach a cross delivered by teammate Anthony Elanga.…
Read MoreSampdoria relegated to Serie C for the first time
Sampdoria have dropped to Serie C for the first time in their 78-year existence after ending the season with a goalless draw against Juve Stabia. That result, combined with Salernitana’s 2-0 triumph over Cittadella, meant the Genoa-based side finished 18th in the Serie B table, one point short of the relegation play-off spot. The club,…
Read MoreAncelotti among options for Rangers as search continues
Davide Ancelotti has been approached regarding the vacant managerial role at Rangers, though the club has yet to determine a preferred candidate. The Scottish Premiership side remains in the early phase of its selection process, and it is understood that no individual is currently leading the race. According to Spanish outlet Marca, the 35-year-old assistant…
Read MoreAncelotti to step down as Real Madrid boss to lead Brazil
Carlo Ancelotti will depart Real Madrid at the end of the season to become the new head coach of Brazil. The 65-year-old Italian is scheduled to officially begin his role with the national team on 26 May, following the conclusion of the La Liga campaign. Ancelotti leaves Santiago Bernabeu as one of the most decorated…
Read MoreInjury concerns mount for Real Madrid after chaotic defeat
Real Madrid are facing a nervous wait over the fitness of Vinicius Junior and Lucas Vazquez after both players were forced off late in their dramatic 4-3 loss to Barcelona on Sunday. The two suffered separate injuries that could keep them sidelined for the remainder of the La Liga season, casting doubt over their involvement…
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