Real Madrid wanted Zidane before Arbeloa

When Real Madrid chose Alvaro Arbeloa to succeed Xabi Alonso following the Spanish Super Cup in January, the decision was seen as a major internal move. Previously in charge of the club’s youth setup, Arbeloa was handed the senior role during a difficult period. His spell in charge, however, has been marked by disappointment. Real…

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Liverpool or Bayern: Wirtz’s big decision under close scrutiny

During the previous summer transfer window, Florian Wirtz faced a major career choice between Liverpool and Bayern Munich. In the end, he opted for a move to Anfield rather than joining the Bundesliga giants. His first campaign with Liverpool, however, has not unfolded as an overwhelming success. Across 46 appearances in all competitions, Wirtz has…

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Farioli won the championship with Porto

Francesco Farioli has led FC Porto to the Primeira Liga championship, securing the club’s return to the summit of Portuguese football. Porto’s narrow 1-0 success against Alverca on Sunday, combined with Benfica’s 2-2 stalemate versus Famalicao, created an unassailable nine-point advantage with only two matches left. That margin guarantees Porto the title, ending a four-year…

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Kelvin Kaindu heaps praise on the silent Eswatini impact at Hardrock

Eswatini star Neliswa Dlamini in Hardrock FC colors

Kelvin Kaindu has heaped praise on Hardrock’s imports, Sambulo Simelane and Neliswa Dlamini of Eswatini, and Andrew Phiri of Zambia, for their impact, saying they’re making a silent but significant contribution to the Kwekwe-based side. Striker Simelane has been instrumental in Hardrock’s attacks, alongside Zambian import Phiri. The duo compete with Washington Navaya, the 2025…

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Pisa and Verona drop after Lecce’s triumph as Venezia goes up

Lecce secured a crucial 2-1 triumph over Pisa, a result that officially relegated the Tuscan side to the second tier. Pisa, who had only returned from Serie B the previous year, endured a difficult campaign in Serie A, managing just two victories across 35 matches. The outcome also confirmed the drop for Verona. Despite sitting…

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Costa’s goal lifts Mallorca as relegation scrap tightens

Mallorca claimed a narrow victory on the road against Girona, with a single goal from Samú Costa settling the contest. The decisive moment arrived just before the interval, capping a strong opening period from Mallorca. Costa found space inside the penalty area and met a lofted delivery from Johan Mojica, guiding a header into the…

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Leeds moves closer to safety with dominant victory over Burnley

Leeds United took a significant stride towards avoiding relegation after a convincing home win against Burnley at Elland Road lifted them nine points above the drop zone. The hosts climbed to 14th place, with their points total reaching 43 — a figure that has historically ensured survival in a 38-game campaign. The breakthrough arrived in…

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