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Man Utd told to avoid 'utterly ridiculous' Michael Carrick decision

Michael Carrick is out of contract at Manchester United at the end of the season, but there is growing belief he will be rewarded with a permanent deal as head coach

Bayern Munich begin preparations over another blockbuster Premier League raid

Officially defending their Bundesliga crown over the weekend as they secured a lively 4-2 victory at home against Stuttgart, Bayern Munich have enjoyed a history-making week at the Allianz. Storming their way to the Champions League semi-finals last week, Bayern Munich have continued to gain a fearsome reputation from across the continent. Sweeping past 15-time […] The post Bayern Munich begin preparations over another blockbuster Premier League raid appeared first on Soccer News.

Inter Milan Prepare Squad Overhaul With Italian Veteran Heading For Exit Whilst Renewal Prepared For Netherlands Star

Inter Milan are prepared to offer Stefan de Vrij a short-term contract extension while Francesco Acerbi departure at the end of the season is now virtually confirmed, with the two veteran defenders heading in opposite directions as the Nerazzurri reshape their backline. According to Fabrizio Romano, via FCInterNews, Inter are satisfied with De Vrij’s performances […] The post Inter Milan Prepare Squad Overhaul With Italian Veteran Heading For Exit Whilst Renewal Prepared For Netherlands Star appeared first on SempreInter.com.

Chelsea fans launch bizarre CARROT protest against owners as supporters say ‘I thought AFTV was embarrassing’

CHELSEA fans have launched a cringey protest against their owners with CARROTS. The Blues supporters were fed up with the club's hierarchy following the 1-0 defeat to Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. The defeat has left Chelsea seven points behind Liverpool in the hunt for a Champions League qualification spot. The gap was just four...

Champions League almost sewn up but race for Europe tighter than ever

Scrolling down the Premier League table, the Europa League and Europa Conference League spots are still anyone's guess.

Have Arsenal lost control of the title race?

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Haaland Heroics Gives Man City Edge in Title Race

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe recap a high-stakes, potential title-deciding showdown at the Etihad between Manchester City & Arsenal live from Fan Fest in Tampa, Florida 00:38 - Manchester City defeat Arsenal 2–1 in a high-stakes, potential title-deciding showdown at the Etihad, delivering a statement performance that could prove pivotal in the Premier League title race 06:48 - Tottenham Hotspur’s relegation fears grow as Brighton snatch a stoppage-time equalizer against Roberto De Zerbi’s struggling Spurs 09:51 - Michael Carrick’s Manchester United seize control of the Champions League race as Chelsea slump to four straight defeats under Liam Rosenior 12:56 - Liverpool snatch a dramatic 2-1 win over Everton as Virgil van Dijk nets stoppage-time winner in the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Villa score late to beat Sunderland in seven-goal thriller

Tammy Abraham's late winner helps Aston Villa survive a late Sunderland fightback and give Unai Emery's side a crucial 4-3 victory in their quest for Champions League football next season.

Romano: Modric want assurances from Milan before renewing – what he expects

By: Oliver Fisher Luka Modric has asked for guarantees from AC Milan regarding their ambitions for next season if he is to stay, Fabrizio Romano reports. Modric once again started in the heart of the team on Sunday afternoon as Milan ran out 1-0 winners away from home against struggling Hellas Verona. The Croatian was everywhere as he […] The post Romano: Modric want assurances from Milan before renewing – what he expects appeared first on SempreMilan.

Germany dealt major blow as Serge Gnabry likely out for 2026 World Cup with season-ending injury

Serge Gnabry is all but ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Germany national team. With less than two months remaining until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, any injury can now jeopardize a player’s chances of being involved. That is exactly the situation facing Serge Gnabry, one of Germany’s key stars. “FC Bayern will be without Serge Gnabry for an extended period. The attacker has suffered a torn adductor in his right thigh,” the club announced in a post on its official X account. “Wishing you a speedy recovery, Serge!” While Bayern Munich did not provide a specific recovery timeline, reports from Sky Sports and reporter Fabrizio Romano indicate an expected absence of around three months. If confirmed, that would make his participation in the World Cup virtually impossible. At the same time, it would also bring an early end to Gnabry’s club season, ruling him out of the decisive stretch with Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and UEFA Champions League. They secured the first of those titles this Sunday, while also reaching the semifinals of the other two competitions. ℹ️ FC Bayern will be without Serge Gnabry for an extended period. The attacker has suffered a torn adductor in his right thigh. Wishing you a speedy recovery, Serge! 🙏 pic.twitter.com/oNCsdF3hGc — FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) April 18, 2026 Hard blow for Germany Serge Gnabry’s injury represents a major setback for Germany. The forward has been an integral part of the national team in recent years, starting every match in the World Cup qualifiers as well as the two friendlies they played during the March FIFA international break. Gnabry has typically operated as a second striker for Germany, playing in a central attacking role behind the center forward—most often Nick Woltemade. At times, the Bayern Munich player has also competed for a spot out wide as a winger. Without Serge Gnabry, head coach Julian Nagelsmann will now need to find alternatives to fill that void. In recent months, players such as Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz, and Leroy Sane have also featured in that role. Additionally, Jamal Musiala is expected to return, having not played at the international level since March 2025. Nagelsmann reacts to Gnabry injury Hours after Gnabry’s injury was confirmed, Julian Nagelsmann addressed the situation publicly. “This is very bitter news, especially at this stage of the season, with such big and important games coming up,” the coach said in a media statement shared by SID. 🚨Julian Nagelsmann on Serge Gnabry’s injury via SID: “I’m very sorry for Serge. It’s extremely bitter news, especially at this stage of the season when such big and important matches are coming up. We were in contact last night and I told him that everyone in the national team… pic.twitter.com/9uaULrLpv1 — Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) April 19, 2026 “We were in touch last night, and I told him that everyone in the national team is behind him as well. We will all support him as best we can so that he can get back on the pitch as quickly as possible,” Nagelsmann added. “Get well soon, Serge!”

Milan must ´knuckle down´ and secure Champions League return, Allegri insists

Massimiliano Allegri says AC Milan must “knuckle down” in their quest to secure Champions League qualification, after boosting their hopes with a 1-0 win over Serie A’s bottom side Hellas Verona. Adrien Rabiot scored the only goal as Milan leapfrogged Napoli to second place, while moving eight points clear of fifth-place Como with five games […] The post Milan must ´knuckle down´ and secure Champions League return, Allegri insists appeared first on Soccer News.

Van Dijk hands Liverpool a UCL boost and reason to believe after more late drama

Liverpool beat Everton 2-1 with a 100th-minute winner to go seven points clear of Chelsea in the race for the Champions League. And how they needed it.

PSG vs. Lyon Official Lineup: Aston Villa Transfer Target Left Out of Squad

Pau Barrena/Getty Images Ibrahim Mbaye was left out of the PSG squad to face Lyon. The post PSG vs. Lyon Official Lineup: Aston Villa Transfer Target Left Out of Squad appeared first on PSG Talk.

Erling Haaland seals 2-1 Man City win vs Arsenal as Premier League race heats up: What do both teams need to secure the title?

With a 2-1 win obtained by Erling Haaland, questions now raise over what do Manchester City and Arsenal need to cling the Premier League. Erling Haaland played the hero for Manchester City in a thrilling Sunday showdown against Arsenal, as the Sky Blues edged out a narrow 2-1 victory at the Etihad Stadium. With the title race now expected to be decided in the season’s closing weeks, the result has sharpened the question of exactly what each side needs to claim the 2025-26 Premier League crown. The match was played at a breathless pace from the opening whistle, with Rayan Cherki breaking the deadlock in the 16th minute with a stunning solo effort, only for Gianluigi Donnarumma to fumble a routine clearance two minutes later, allowing Kai Havertz to pounce for the equalizer. City then took control in the 65th minute when Nico O’Riley delivered a precise cross from the left and Haaland met it first time to fire home the winner. The victory has allowed Manchester City to close the gap at the top of the table and puts them firmly in contention to overtake Arsenal in the closing stretch. The Gunners currently lead with 70 points from 33 games and a goal difference of plus 37, while City sit second with 67 points from 32 games and a goal difference of plus 36, meaning they still have a game in hand. What does Arsenal need to win the Premier League? With five fixtures remaining, Arsenal‘s path to the title is straightforward in theory: win every game left and continue to build on their goal difference advantage. Their current points cushion is enough that a perfect run would make it mathematically impossible for City to overhaul them, effectively forcing the Citizens to win every remaining game of their own just to stay in contention. Erling Haaland of Manchester City scores his team’s second goal against Arsenal. The Gunners’ remaining schedule features home games against Newcastle United next week, Fulham on May 2 and Burnley on the 17th, with away trips to West Ham United on the 10th and Crystal Palace on the 24th. Positioned as heavy favorites in each of those contests against teams scattered across the lower half of the table, several of them battling relegation, Arsenal’s domestic schedule is as favorable as they could have hoped for. The wildcard remains the toll that the UEFA Champions League will take on their league campaign. Unlike City, Arsenal face a semifinal against Atletico Madrid on April 29 and May 5, with the Fulham match sandwiched in between, leaving coach Mikel Arteta with a difficult balancing act between rotating the squad and pushing his starters to their limits. What does Manchester City need to win the Premier League? City’s game in hand gives them a route to drawing level with Arsenal on points, but the path ahead is considerably more demanding, with no shortage of challenging fixtures standing between them and the title. Pep Guardiola’s side face a grueling run that includes a midweek trip to Burnley on April 22, followed by away games at Everton on May 4 and Bournemouth on the 17th, home fixtures against Brentford on the 9th and Crystal Palace on the 22nd, and a final-day home clash against Aston Villa on the 24th. On top of that, City are also in FA Cup semifinal action against Southampton on April 25, adding yet another fixture to an already demanding schedule. The compressed run of games is partly a result of the Crystal Palace match being rescheduled from its original date of March 21. With the Carabao Cup final between City and Arsenal falling on March 22, the fixture had to be pushed back, leaving the Citizens with tighter turnarounds and less recovery time as the season reaches its climax.

Huge win to bounce back: Instant reaction to Verona 0-1 AC Milan

By: Isak Möller Stefano has shared his reaction to AC Milan’s win against Hellas Verona, highlighting just how important it was for the Rossoneri to bounce back. Milan travelled to Verona with a clear goal: to bounce back after two consecutive defeats with a win. While it was far from pretty, they managed to do so as Adrien […] The post Huge win to bounce back: Instant reaction to Verona 0-1 AC Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

Jackson buteur, le Bayern Munich sacré champion d’Allemagne

Le Bayern Munich a repris son trône. Vainqueurs de Stuttgart (4-2) ce dimanche à l’Allianz Arena, les Bavarois ont officiellement décroché leur 35e titre de champion d’Allemagne, profitant de la défaite du Borussia Dortmund la veille sur la pelouse d’Hoffenheim. Une consécration marquée par une saison exceptionnelle… et par l’impact... The post Jackson buteur, le Bayern Munich sacré champion d’Allemagne first appeared on 13Football. Cet article Jackson buteur, le Bayern Munich sacré champion d’Allemagne est apparu en premier sur 13Football.

‘Big, big compliment’: Arne Slot hails Liverpool’s mentality in win at Everton

Liverpool win derby in 100th minute after difficult run ‘Five games in 15 days with mainly the same players’ Arne Slot claimed Liverpool provided the perfect answer to questions over their mentality and character as Virgil van Dijk’s 100th-minute header clinched victory in the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Liverpool opened up a seven-point gap to sixth-placed Chelsea in the race for Champions League qualification with their captain’s dramatic intervention against Everton, who were left to rue another late blow by their local rivals. David Moyes described the outcome as “cruel” and claimed Everton should have had a penalty for a push by Curtis Jones on Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.

Bayern Munich crowned Bundesliga champions for 34th time after victory over VfB Stuttgart

Bayern Munich recovered from a goal down to cruise past VfB Stuttgart and clinch their 34th Bundesliga title in style with four games to spare.

Van Dijk hands Liverpool a UCL boost and reason to believe after more late drama - espn.in

Liverpool beat Everton 2-1 with a 100th-minute winner to go seven points clear of Chelsea in the race for the Champions League. And how they needed it.

Dream derby result for Liverpool fans but huge summer ahead for Slot

Liverpool's 100th-minute winner at Everton moves the Reds closer to a Champions League spot - but issues still remain.

Arsenal and Chelsea ponder moves for Spurs star

Chelsea’s chances of finishing in the top four of the Premier League and qualifying for next season’s Champions League are hanging in the balance following their 1-0 defeat against Manchester United on Saturday. Matheus Cunha netted the only goal of the game at Stamford Bridge, meaning the Blues have now won just one of their […]

Champions League qualification state of play after late Liverpool and Aston Villa heroics

Liverpool and Aston Villa both won in dramatic fashion on Sunday following Manchester United's dogged win over Chelsea in the race for Champions League qualification from the Premier League

This is the real reason why Newcastle United lost Alexander Isak and…

This Newcastle United season has not been good enough. The results and performances in the league, as well as losing two derbies, are not things to be proud of. However…... You can click here to read the full article.

VVD header earns Liverpool last-gasp derby win

Virgil van Dijk scored a stoppage-time header to win the first Merseyside derby and boost Liverpool's hopes of securing Champions League football next season.

Virgil van Dijk winner really does 'mean more' for Liverpool star after Everton agony

EVERTON 1-2 LIVERPOOL: Virgil van Dijk scored in the 10th minute of stoppage time to snatch all three points for Arne Slot's side, who look well poised to qualify for the Champions League

Aston Villa 4-3 Sunderland: Last-gasp Abraham header settles Villa Park thriller

Tammy Abraham’s 93rd-minute finish settled a thrilling contest as Aston Villa snatched a 4-3 win over Sunderland, having earlier thrown away a two-goal lead late on. Abraham flicked Lucas Digne’s cross past Robin Roefs to move Unai Emery’s side 10 points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea and boost their Champions League qualification hopes. But it should […] The post Aston Villa 4-3 Sunderland: Last-gasp Abraham header settles Villa Park thriller appeared first on Soccer News.

Mohamed Salah hits another historic milestone after what he did in final Merseyside derby appearance

Mohamed Salah entered his name into the record books once more, leveling a historic landmark after scoring with an exquisite finish to give Liverpool the lead in the first half against Everton. On a day filled with emotion at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium, the Egyptian King ensured his final Merseyside derby would be remembered […] The post Mohamed Salah hits another historic milestone after what he did in final Merseyside derby appearance appeared first on CaughtOffside.

'Right place at the right time': Abraham strikes late as Villa edge Sunderland

April 19 - Aston Villa moved one step closer to securing Champions League football with a see-saw 4-3 victory over Sunderland on Sunday after Tammy Abraham snatched a dramatic winner in the 94th minute at Villa Park.

Derby win for the fans after tough season - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his side's late derby victory against Everton is "definitely a day for the fans to be happy about" after The Reds' recent quarter-final defeats in the FA Cup and Champions League.

Allegri analyses Milan’s ‘complicated’ win over Verona and states Milan journey will ‘continue’

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri has conceded that AC Milan weren’t at their best against Verona but banked an important win, while he responded again to the Italy speculation. Milan never really hit their full flow in truth and were made to wait until just before the break to open the scoring. Adrien Rabiot was the one who […] The post Allegri analyses Milan’s ‘complicated’ win over Verona and states Milan journey will ‘continue’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

Liverpool's final Premier League fixtures compared to rivals in Champions League race

Liverpool beat Everton in a dramatic Merseyside derby to remain fifth place in the Premier League table in a boost to their Champions League qualification hopes

Has Virgil van Dijk wrapped up race for Champions League despite Liverpool’s goalkeeper crisis?

Van Dijk’s 100th-minute header leaves Liverpool seven points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea in the race for the final Champions League spot

Aston Villa 4-3 Sunderland: Box-office Black Cats see hopes dashed in bonkers finale... as star sends England reminder to Thomas Tuchel

CIARAN FOREMAN AT VILLA PARK: Tammy Abraham's sensational 94th-minute winner fired Aston Villa one step closer to Champions League qualification in a ding-dong victory over Sunderland.

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