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Harry Maguire will miss Manchester United’s huge Premier League clash with Chelsea, after being handed an additional one-match ban for his red card against Bournemouth. Maguire was sent off in the Red Devils’ 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on March 20 at the Vitality Stadium, also conceding a penalty for pulling back Evanilson. On what was […] The post Maguire handed additional one-match ban for Bournemouth red card appeared first on Soccer News.

Vitor Pereira stressed Nottingham Forest’s hunger and desire to compete for the Europa League title as they prepare to face Porto in their quarter-final second leg on Thursday. Forest drew the first leg at the Estadio Do Dragao last week in bizarre fashion, with William Gomes’ 11th-minute opener quickly cancelled out by Martim Fernandes’ own […] The post Forest and Pereira ´hungry to compete´ for Europa League title appeared first on Soccer News.

Roberto De Zerbi has warned Tottenham are not too big to go down and must adopt a positive approach if they are to avoid relegation to the Championship. Spurs face De Zerbi’s former club Brighton on Saturday, having dropped into the relegation zone following a 1-0 defeat at Sunderland in their first game under the […] The post Tottenham are not too big to go down, De Zerbi warns ahead of Brighton reunion appeared first on Soccer News.

Unai Emery says it is not the time to speak about Jadon Sancho’s future with Aston Villa, as they prepare to face Bologna in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final. Sancho joined Villa on loan from Manchester United at the start of the season, despite this being his final campaign under contract at […] The post Emery focused on Europa League push, not Sancho´s Villa future appeared first on Soccer News.

John Obi Mikel believes that the absence of Nicolas Jackson within Chelsea’s team has hindered the performances of Cole Palmer this season. Jackson is on loan with Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich for the 2025-26 season and has netted eight goals and provided four assists in 30 appearances in all competitions. Chelsea have endured a difficult […] The post Palmer ´looks lost´ without Jackson at Chelsea, says Mikel appeared first on Soccer News.

Daniel Farke says his team are working hard to prove the old saying ‘Leeds are falling apart again’ wrong this season, following two big wins in the FA Cup and Premier League. Leeds produced two important victories in the space of eight days, with their quarter-final triumph over West Ham in the FA Cup followed […] The post ´Leeds are falling apart again´ – Farke seeking to end narrative this season appeared first on Soccer News.

Keith Andrews said his Brentford team would learn a lot from their late draw with Everton as they look to get their European ambitions back on track this weekend. Brentford missed the chance to edge closer to the Champions League places after being held in a 2-2 draw by fellow hopefuls Everton at Gtech Community […] The post Andrews confident Brentford will learn from late Everton setback appeared first on Soccer News.

Raphinha believes that bad refereeing decisions across their Champions League quarter-final tie with Atletico Madrid robbed his team of a spot in the final four. Barcelona were eliminated from the competition despite winning Tuesday’s second leg 2-1 at the Metropolitano, with Ademola Lookman’s 31st-minute strike proving decisive. Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres had wiped out […] The post Barcelona robbed of Champions League semi-final, says Raphinha appeared first on Soccer News.

Emma Hayes cited development and preparation as her reasoning for making 11 changes to her United States team that lost 1-0 to Japan at Lumen Field. The USWNT continued their three-game series with Japan on Tuesday, having won the first match 2-1 thanks to goals from Rose Lavelle and Lindsey Heaps. However, Hayes’ side saw […] The post Hayes defends team selection for USWNT´s defeat to Japan appeared first on Soccer News.

Diego Simeone is still astonished by the competitive edge his Atletico Madrid team can find after they saw off Barcelona in the Champions League. Atletico lost the quarter-final second leg 2-1 at the Metropolitano on Tuesday, but Ademola Lookman’s strike proved enough for them to seal a 3-2 aggregate victory. Simeone’s Atletico have reached the […] The post Simeone continues to be astonished by Atletico´s competitive edge appeared first on Soccer News.

Liverpool must “sell to buy” this coming summer, but Arne Slot is sure the club are braced for the challenge. The Reds’ disappointing season continued with a 4-0 aggregate defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, sealed by a 2-0 loss at Anfield. Liverpool have lost five games in a single Champions League campaign […] The post ´We have to sell to buy´ – Slot warns of tough summer for Liverpool appeared first on Soccer News.

Simone Inzaghi distanced himself from the vacant Italy job, reiterating his desire to remain at Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. Inzaghi, who left Inter last year, has been linked with taking charge of the national team. The Azzurri failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after losing their play-off tie against Bosnia-Herzegovina on penalties […] The post ´I am staying at Al-Hilal´ – Inzaghi distances himself from vacant Italy job appeared first on Soccer News.

Sarina Wiegman believes England have taken a “great step forward” to World Cup qualification after defeating defending champions Spain 1-0 at Wembley Stadium. The Lionesses made it three wins from three in League A Group 3 on Tuesday, with Lauren Hemp’s early goal at Wembley Stadium proving to be the difference for the hosts. Timed […] The post Win over Spain a ´great step forward´ for England´s World Cup hopes, says Wiegman appeared first on Soccer News.

The role of midfielders has grown a lot in the recent couple of years. The teams no longer rely on strikers to decide the match. Instead, the midfielders are expected to press, defend, and even score when needed. At the World Cup, the team with the most qualified midfield will be able to dominate the […] The post The Midfield Arms Race: Which National Teams Have the Most Complete Engine Rooms in 2026? appeared first on Soccer News.

Ousmane Dembele believes he showcased the best of his ability to lead Paris Saint-Germain into the Champions League semi-finals. Dembele scored twice in Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield, which sealed a 4-0 triumph on aggregate for Luis Enrique’s side, who will face Bayern Munich or Real Madrid next. Last year’s Ballon d’Or winner […] The post ´I´ve wanted to show my football for a long time´ – Dembele revels in Champions League heroics appeared first on Soccer News.

Hansi Flick was full of pride for Barcelona’s display in their Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid, as he turned his focus to winning LaLiga. Barca were beaten 3-2 on aggregate by Atletico, despite winning Tuesday’s second leg 2-1. Diego Simeone’s side can now look forward to taking on either Sporting CP or Arsenal in […] The post Flick turns full focus to LaLiga after Barcelona slump out of Champions League appeared first on Soccer News.

Hugo Ekitike looks set to face a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious injury in Liverpool’s Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Liverpool lost 2-0 at Anfield on Tuesday, capping off a 4-0 aggregate defeat to the European champions, with Ousmane Dembele scoring twice in the second half. While PSG can now look […] The post Slot confirms Ekitike´s injury looks bad as Konate bemoans ´unfair´ Champions League exit appeared first on Soccer News.

Ipswich Town were unable to tighten their grip on second place in the Championship after they were beaten 2-0 by lowly Portsmouth. Conor Shaughnessy and Colby Bishop’s quickfire goals at the end of the first half proved to be the difference for Portsmouth, who moved four points clear of the relegation zone. Ipswich still have […] The post Portsmouth 2-0 Ipswich Town: Shaughnessy and Bishop stun promotion hopefuls appeared first on Soccer News.

Ousmane Dembele’s double propelled Paris Saint-Germain to a 2-0 win over Liverpool and into the Champions League semi-finals. Under-pressure Liverpool boss Arne Slot knew overturning PSG’s 2-0 advantage from the first leg would be a tall order, and two moments of brilliance from Dembele at Anfield saw the European champions win 4-0 on aggregate. Khvicha […] The post Liverpool 0-2 Paris Saint-Germain (0-4 agg): Dembele double sends Slot´s men crashing out of Champio appeared first on Soccer News.

Atletico Madrid edged their way into the Champions League semi-finals despite going down 2-1 to a resurgent Barcelona on Tuesday. Trailing 2-0 from last week’s first leg, the Blaugrana, who ended the contest at the Metropolitano with 10 men, fought back bravely, but Ademola Lookman’s goal was enough to seal a 3-2 aggregate win for […] The post Atletico Madrid 1-2 Barcelona (3-2 agg): Lookman strike decisive as Garcia red card stems comeback appeared first on Soccer News.

Lauren Hemp’s early goal proved decisive as England overcame reigning world champions Spain 1-0 at Wembley. Hemp’s record-breaking effort arrived inside three minutes on Tuesday, with Sarina Wiegman’s team holding out for their third win in Women’s World Cup qualifying. England’s goal owed much to the work of Alessia Russo, who improvised from a horizontal […] The post England 1-0 Spain: Hemp makes Wembley history in World Cup qualifying win appeared first on Soccer News.

Gary Neville labelled Tottenham as a “concoction of misfits” and feels they are “nowhere near” some of their relegation rivals. Results went against Spurs on matchday 32 in the Premier League, and they now find themselves in the bottom three with just six games left. West Ham’s 4-0 win over lowly Wolves on Friday sent […] The post Neville fears deeply for Tottenham´s ´misfits´ in relegation fight appeared first on Soccer News.

Javier Mascherano has resigned from his role as Inter Miami head coach for personal reasons. The 41-year-old took on the role in November 2024, winning 27 of his 47 games in MLS (D11 L9) while guiding the Herons to MLS Cup glory in 2025. Miami scored 101 goals under Mascherano last season, the most in […] The post Inter Miami confirm shock Mascherano resignation appeared first on Soccer News.

Alvaro Arbeloa insisted Real Madrid do not “need to perform any miracles” to defeat Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarter-final tie. Los Blancos are 2-1 down heading into the second leg at Allianz Arena on Wednesday, with Kylian Mbappe restoring some hope at the Santiago Bernabeu after earlier goals from Luis Diaz and Harry […] The post Real Madrid do not need to perform any miracles against Bayern, says Arbeloa appeared first on Soccer News.

Manuel Neuer said that while Bayern Munich are in the driving seat in their Champions League quarter-final tie with Real Madrid, he acknowledged Alvaro Arbeloa’s wounded team would be dangerous at Allianz Arena. Bayern return to home soil with a one-goal advantage following their 2-1 win in the Spanish capital last week, with Luis Diaz […] The post Bayern and Neuer wary of wounded Real Madrid in the Champions League appeared first on Soccer News.

Vincent Kompany believes Michael Olise will “surely be one of the best in the world one day” as Bayern Munich prepare to take on Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final second leg. Bayern lead the tie 2-1 thanks to goals from Luis Diaz and Harry Kane at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Olise assisting Kane’s […] The post Kompany backs Olise to become ´one of the best in the world´ appeared first on Soccer News.

Mikel Arteta has urged his Arsenal team to play with “no fear” and “pure fire” in their quest to reach the Champions League semi-finals. Arsenal lead their last-eight tie 1-0 against Sporting CP ahead of Wednesday’s clash at Emirates Stadium thanks to Kai Havertz’s 91st-minute finish. The Gunners have won 10 of their 11 games […] The post Arteta: Arsenal must play with ´no fear´ and ´pure fire´ against Sporting appeared first on Soccer News.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis believes Antonio Conte will stay on as head coach next season despite reports linking him to the Italy job. Conte led Napoli to the Serie A title in his first season last year, though the Scudetto holders have been plagued by injuries this term. Long-term problems for the likes of […] The post Conte will never abandon Napoli at the last minute, says president De Laurentiis appeared first on Soccer News.

Bayern Munich are arguably Europe’s best team. But winning the Champions League would be a way to prove it. Last week, Bayern turned in a statement performance at the Santiago Bernabeu, where they came away as 2-1 victors. However, Kylian Mbappe’s strike has given Real Madrid something to build on in Wednesday’s second leg, as […] The post The Numbers Game: Champions League semi-final spot on the line as heavyweights tussle in Munich appeared first on Soccer News.

Arjen Robben believes “you can never write off Real Madrid” in the Champions League, but has backed Bayern Munich to progress in their quarter-final tie. Bayern currently lead the tie 2-1, with Luis Diaz and Harry Kane securing a first-leg lead at the Santiago Bernabeu last week. However, Madrid are unbeaten in their last four […] The post Robben: You can never write off Real Madrid in the Champions League appeared first on Soccer News.

Bruno Fernandes claimed “rules are applied differently for everyone” in the Premier League following Manchester United’s defeat to Leeds United on Monday. Leeds claimed a 2-1 victory at Old Trafford, their first away win against United in the league since February 1981. Noah Okafor scored twice in the first half for Leeds before Casemiro headed […] The post Fernandes claims ´rules are applied differently for everyone´ after Man United defeat appeared first on Soccer News.

A 2-1 win over 10-man Manchester United will “send a shiver down the spines” of Leeds United’s Premier League relegation rivals, says Jamie Carragher. Leeds moved six points clear of the bottom three with Monday’s victory, which was their first league triumph over the Red Devils since September 2002, when they won 1-0. In addition, […] The post Leeds´ performance will ´send a shiver down the spines´ of relegation rivals, says Carragher appeared first on Soccer News.

Cesc Fabregas silenced any rumours linking him with a move away from Como next season, insisting he is “very involved and attached” to the club. Como are fifth in Serie A and fighting for a Champions League spot in just their second season after being promoted to the Italian top-flight. They lost 4-3 to league […] The post Fabregas silences rumours of Como exit appeared first on Soccer News.

Michael Carrick called the decision to send Lisandro Martinez off in Manchester United’s defeat to Leeds United “one of the worst I’ve seen”. The Red Devils fell to a 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford on Monday, with Noah Okafor scoring a first-half brace for the visitors. After winning six of their first seven Premier League […] The post Carrick slams ´one of the worst´ decisions after Martinez red card appeared first on Soccer News.

Daniel Farke urged his Leeds United to stay humble and hungry in their quest for Premier League survival after their historic triumph over 10-man Manchester United. Leeds enjoyed their first league win over United since September 2002 with a 2-1 victory at Old Trafford on Monday, with Noah Okafor’s first-half brace doing the damage. Casemiro’s […] The post Leeds must stay ´humble and hungry´ to retain Premier League status, says Farke appeared first on Soccer News.

Leeds United took a huge step towards Premier League safety as they defeated 10-man Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford. Noah Okafor was the star of the show as his first-half brace was enough to secure the crucial three points, moving them six clear of the relegation zone, though the Red Devils threatened a nervy […] The post Manchester United 1-2 Leeds United: Okafor double secures first Old Trafford win since 1981 appeared first on Soccer News.

Ghana have appointed Carlos Queiroz as their new head coach ahead of this summer’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Queiroz takes the reins from Otto Addo, who was sacked just 78 days before they began their campaign in FIFA’s flagship competition after losing to Germany last month. Ghana also failed to […] The post Queiroz appointed as new Ghana boss ahead of World Cup appeared first on Soccer News.

Achraf Hakimi played down his Paris Saint-Germain team being the favourites heading into the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Liverpool. PSG arrive at Anfield with a two-goal lead following a 2-0 win in the French capital last week, with Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on target for the defending champions. Luis Enrique’s […] The post Hakimi plays down favourites tag ahead of Liverpool showdown appeared first on Soccer News.

Carlo Ancelotti revealed Neymar has two months to prove he has what it takes to play in the next World Cup for Brazil. Neymar was left out of Ancelotti’s Selecao squad for the March international break, where they lost friendlies to France and defeated Croatia in the United States. He is Brazil’s all-time top scorer […] The post Neymar has two months to prove World Cup quality, says Ancelotti appeared first on Soccer News.

Lamine Yamal insisted Barcelona’s hopes of reaching the Champions League semi-final does not all depend on him, but the winger is happy to take responsibility against Atletico Madrid. Barca lost their last-eight first leg 2-0 at Camp Nou last week, with Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth getting on the scoresheet following a red card to […] The post Yamal relishing responsibility of leading Barcelona´s Champions League comeback appeared first on Soccer News.

Dominik Szoboszlai said he is prepared to die for Liverpool when he takes to the field for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain. Liverpool welcome the defending champions to Anfield on Tuesday hoping to overturn a two-goal deficit after a toothless display in a 2-0 defeat in the French capital […] The post Szoboszlai ´ready to die´ in Liverpool´s quest to reach Champions League semi-finals appeared first on Soccer News.

Liam Rosenior admitted Enzo Fernandez’s absence against Manchester City “possibly” hurt Chelsea. The Blues were defeated 3-0 by Pep Guardiola’s side on Sunday, leaving them four points behind fifth-placed Liverpool in the Champions League race. Chelsea have now lost back-to-back Premier League games by three or more goals for the first time since February 2018 […] The post Rosenior admits Fernandez absence ´possibly´ cost Chelsea against Man City appeared first on Soccer News.

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone insisted home advantage would count for nothing against Barcelona in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. Simeone’s side bring a two-goal advantage coming into Tuesday’s clash at the Metropolitano following a 2-0 win against 10-man Barcelona, who saw Pau Cubarsi sent off. Julian Alvarez’s stunning free-kick and […] The post Simeone not counting on home advantage in Barcelona second leg appeared first on Soccer News.

Sarina Wiegman revealed a late decision will be made on whether Leah Williamson will be available for England’s World Cup qualifier with Spain. England won their opening League A Group 3 fixtures against Ukraine and Iceland last month, though a reunion with the world champions looks set to be their sternest test. Sonia Bermudez’s side […] The post Wiegman to make late decision on Williamson´s fitness ahead of Spain test appeared first on Soccer News.

Virgil van Dijk believes Liverpool “need something very special to happen” if they are to defeat Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League quarter-final tie. The Reds trail PSG 2-0 at the halfway stage, with Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia securing a first-leg advantage for Luis Enrique’s side. This will be the fifth time that Liverpool […] The post Van Dijk: Liverpool need something very special to happen against PSG appeared first on Soccer News.

Wayne Rooney feels Manchester City have a mental edge over Arsenal in the Premier League title race. Man City beat Chelsea 3-0 on Sunday to close the gap on the Gunners, who lost to Bournemouth a day earlier, to six points. Pep Guardiola’s team host Arsenal later this week. Should they win that, City will […] The post Rooney backing Man City over Arsenal in Premier League title race appeared first on Soccer News.

Antonio Conte reiterated his commitment to Napoli as he hit out at speculation linking him with taking charge of Italy. The Azzurri will require a new coach after Gennaro Gattuso’s departure in the wake of their failure to qualify for the World Cup. Last week, Conte, who coached Italy between 2014 and 2016, seemed to […] The post Conte hits out at press for ´twisting´ his Italy job comments appeared first on Soccer News.

Nico Williams’ return to fitness will not solve all of Athletic Club’s issues, Ernesto Valverde has warned. Spain winger Williams returned to Athletic’s line-up for the first time in a league match since February, but could not help Valverde’s team avoid a 2-1 defeat to Villarreal. Williams has been nursing a groin injury, and after […] The post Nico Williams does not solve all Athletic Club´s problems, says Valverde appeared first on Soccer News.

Mario Pasalic urged Orlando City to put their 1-1 draw with the Columbus Crew swiftly behind them. Orlando looked set to frustrate the Crew on Sunday, until Diego Rossi popped up with a fine finish in the 80th minute at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. The visitors had led from the 14th minute, when Pasalic rounded off a […] The post Pasalic keen to move on quickly after Crew peg back Orlando appeared first on Soccer News.

Pep Guardiola has reiterated the scale of the task facing his team as he said it would be hard to imagine beating an “extraordinary” Arsenal team twice in a matter of weeks. Yet that is Manchester City’s goal ahead of Sunday’s meeting with the Gunners at the Etihad Stadium. Arsenal’s shock home defeat to Bournemouth […] The post ´Imagine beating them twice!´ – Guardiola full of respect for ´extraordinary´ Arsenal appeared first on Soccer News.