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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of the Irish international women's team, the Champions League and the EFL. Liverpool exit the Champions League after defeat to PSG, with Arne Slot highlighting missed chances and a worrying injury to Hugo Ekitike. Barcelona are also knocked out, while Atletico Madrid reach their first Champions League semi-final since 2017 after a dramatic tie. Spanish football writer Graham Hunter discusses Atletico’s ambitions to banish past European disappointments. Arsenal look to seal a semi-final place against Sporting Lisbon, holding a narrow first-leg advantage. Mikel Arteta calls it the biggest opportunity of his tenure, while squad morale remains positive despite recent setbacks. Bayern Munich take a 2-1 lead into their second leg with Real Madrid at the Allianz Arena. Eoin Doyle reflects on how VAR could have altered key moments in his playing career. Ireland secure a thrilling 3-2 World Cup qualifying win over Poland in Gdansk. Goals from Emily Murphy, Katie McCabe and Marissa Sheva earn the points, with Carla Ward praising her side’s performance. Championship and League One round-up, including Ipswich slipping up, Southampton climbing, and Rotherham relegated. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Tottenham are stranded in the relegation zone with just six games to go, and the prospect of playing Championship football next season is becoming a daunting reality

On today’s show, Marcus, Luke and Vish tackle the big question: is Bournemouth overrated? It’s possible that Andoni Iraola thinks so. As well as that hot debate, we’ve also got the small matter of some Champions League quarter-finals to enjoy. And DO NOT forget about Portsmouth who got a huge win in the Championship last night. Get your Ramble merch HERE. Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Jordan believes Leeds have all but guaranteed their status in the Premier League, having picked which of West Ham, Forest or Spurs will go down to the Championship.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are one of the clubs keeping an eye on Issa Doumbia, who is continuing to make a name for himself at Venezia. Calciomercato.com write that in Venezia’s long pursuit of a return to Serie A, there’s one player whose performances are giving Giovanni Stroppa a huge boost. That player is Doumbia, who operates […] The post CM: Milan among clubs keen on Venezia sensation labelled the ‘Italian Pogba’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

FRANK LAMPARD is targeting a promising Chelsea ace as he nears Premier League promotion with Coventry, reports suggest. Lampard, 47, only needs one point from his next four Championship games to lead the Sky Blues back to the Prem for the first time since 2001. According to talkSPORT, the Chelsea legend is already planning ahead...

Southampton see off Blackburn with a 3-0 win and close the gap to Ipswich, who lost 2-0 to Portsmouth, a boost to their own survival hopes. Goals from Conor Shaughnessy and Colby Bishop sees Portsmouth claim a massive three points against second-placed Ipswich. It means Pompey are now four points above the drop zone, while […] The post Southampton see off Blackburn and close gap to Ipswich, Portsmouth boost survival hopes appeared first on Fan Banter.

'It's about learning the game when you're young & it's about fully understanding it when you step into the men's game!' Republic of Ireland international & QPR star Harvey Vale with some fascinating insight into the transition between academy football from his time at Chelsea to now playing week in, week out in The Championship. | ☘️⚽️🌟 Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am ⏰ #QPR #IrelandFootball Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label. To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join All the perks right here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGDs3EEl0RHUwgdEGeCL_A/join Have you downloaded the Off The Ball app? - Search for Off The Ball app in the Google Play store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... - Search for Off The Ball app in the app store if you're on iOs: https://apps.apple.com/ie/app/otb-spo... SUBSCRIBE to the Off The Ball channels: - YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/offtheball... - TWITTER | https://www.facebook.com/offtheball... - INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/offtheball... - FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/offtheball... - WEBSITE | https://www.otbsports.com/radio... - We are live on the Off The Ball app 24/7 - or if you don't have the app listen on desktop: https://www.otbsports.com/radio... PODCAST the show too - we'll timestamp it for you as well - iTunes: search for Off The Ball Breakfast in your app! - Spotify: search for Off The Ball Breakfast in your app! - We are wherever you get your podcast GET IN TOUCH WITH OFF THE BALL - WhatsApp: get in touch on 0879180180 - Snapchat: add us and message the show @offtheball1 - Twitter: follow and tweet us @offtheball and @offtheballam

The new Viktor Gyokeres could be on his way to Coventry City this summer.

Aston Villa are gearing up to ring the attacking changes in the summer transfer market.

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.

Portsmouth got a HUGE victory against Ipswich Town which has significant ramifications at both the top and the bottom of the table in the EFL Championship. Conor Shaughnessy and Colby Bishop's goals were enough to take all three points at Fratton Park. Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach react live at full-time to discuss it all. #Championship #SecondTier #EFL #SecondTierPodcast #PortsmouthFC #IpswichTown #Portsmouth #Ipswich #Pompey Sign up for bonus content and access to the Second Tier Discord ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjqVFKB1yw2z_XyVINhB9qA/join Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters: About the Second Tier Podcast: A podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach bring you three episodes every week with opinions and news from the second tier of English football. Whether it’s the latest on the next Jude Bellingham or fresh managerial drama, we’ve got you covered with all the fascinating storylines from the most entertaining league in the world! Listen to the FULL PODCAST: https://lnk.to/secondtier Follow Second Tier: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secondtierpodcast X: https://x.com/secondtierpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondtierpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod Patreon: https://patreon.com/secondtier Portsmouth vs Ipswich Town | LIVE REACTION https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1

Danish-Ghanaian attacker Osman Addo came off the bench to score a stoppage-time clincher as Viborg earned a hard-fought 2–0 away win over Sønderjyske in the Superligaen Championship Round.Viborg had to stay patient at Sydbank Park, only breaking the deadlock three minutes after half-time when Lukas Kirkegaard headed in from a Sami Jalal Karchoud cross on 48 minutes.Sønderjyske pushed for an equaliser and created chances of their own in an open second half, but Viborg’s defence held firm under growing pressure. Addo was introduced in the 80th minute and immediately gave the visitors fresh energy in attack with his movement and willingness to run in behind.His moment arrived in the first minute of added time, when Thomas Jørgensen slipped a clever pass into the box and Addo finished calmly to make it 2–0 and wrap up the points for Viborg. The goal continues a promising 2025/26 Superligaen campaign for Addo, who now has 6 league appearances, 2 goals to his name.Viborg will look to carry that momentum into their next fixture, a home game against Nordsjælland on Sunday, April 19.

Aston Villa are already planning ahead this summer and are now considering a move to sign an impressive £25m attacker.

Frank Lampard is keen to bring Chelsea forward Jesse Derry to Coventry next season, talkSPORT understands. The Sky Blues boss and Stamford Bridge legend is eyeing up a loan swoop for 18-year-old De…

The reigning MLS Cup Champions will have a new head coach at the helm. Javier Mascherano has stepped down as the club’s head coach for personal reasons, Inter Miami announced Tuesday. Guillermo Hoyos will assume the role of First Team head coach for the upcoming matches after previously being responsible for overseeing and advancing the ... Read more

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to the bombshell news that Matt Crocker is leaving his role as U.S. Soccer's sporting director with immediate effect - right before the start of a home World Cup - to take a similar position with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. The crew discuss the strange timing, potential candidates to fill the role, and the bad optics ahead of a pivotal time for the USMNT. In brighter news, Folarin Balogun can't stop scoring in Ligue 1. With the Monaco striker on a seven-game hot streak, what can Pochettino do to better unlock him? Plus, teenagers are tearing up MLS, and the presumptive big boys enter the U.S. Open Cup at the Round of 32 stage! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TMeola1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on soccer⁠ For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women’s Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/⁠ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Good Morning, good morning, good morning! Hope you all had a great day! We have a great show this Wednesday morning following an exciting night of football 7:30AM: Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig and Dara Smith-Naughton bring you through all of this morning's sporting news from the backpages 8:15AM: Former Dublin manager Jim Gavin joins the show to discuss the current landscape of Gaelic Football after Week 1 of the Championship 8:45AM: Football Writer Graham Hunter joins on the line from Spain to look back on last night's Champions League action after Liverpool lost again to PSG and Atletico held on to beat Barcelona 9:15AM: Finally, Dara returns to bring his 'Green XV' following Leinster's win over Sale in the Champions Cup Quarter-Finals and Ulster's Challenge Cup QF win. Be sure to sit back, relax and enjoy as we take you through a busy morning of sport. Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label. Search for Off The Ball app in the app store if you're on iOs: https://apps.apple.com/ie/app/otb-spo..drian . SUBSCRIBE to the Off The Ball channels: YOUTUBE | / offtheball. . TWITTER | / offtheball. . - INSTAGRAM | / offtheball. . - FACEBOOK | / offtheball. . WEBSITE | https://www.otbsports.com/radio.. . - We are live on the Off The Ball app 24/7 - or if you don't have the app listen on desktop: https://www.otbsports.com/radio.. . PODCAST the show too - we'll timestamp it for you as well - iTunes: search for Off The Ball Breakfast in your app! - Spotify: search for Off The Ball Breakfast in your app! - We are wherever you get your podcast GET IN TOUCH WITH OFF THE BALL - WhatsApp: get in touch on 0879180180 - Snapchat: add us and message the show @offtheball1 - Twitter: follow and tweet us @offtheball and @offtheballam

Patrick Bamford has heaped praise on Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder despite a chequered history between the pair. The striker completed an eyebrow-raising switch to the Blades in November, link…

Birmingham City have confirmed striker Marvin Ducksch was charged by police for a drink driving offence. Ducksch was a notable absentee from the Blues’ matchday squad on Sunday as they beat p…

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has announced that he will be leaving the club upon the expiration of his contract this summer. talkSPORT BET have priced the current Ipswich manager Kieran McKenn…

Fans react to the announcement of George Elokobi stepping down as Maidstone United manager at the end of the 2025/26 season. After playing for Maidstone since 2019, he was named in caretaker charge as replacement for Hakan Hayrettin in January 2023. Two months later, he got the job permanently and notably guided them to the […] The post Fans react to George Elokobi stepping down as Maidstone manager at the end of the season appeared first on Fan Banter.

Johan Martinez has agreed to sign for Newcastle United. The club making an announcement on Tuesday afternoon. The official confirmation declaring: ‘Newcastle United have completed a deal to sign highly-rated... You can click here to read the full article.

U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker has stepped down from his role for a new opportunity in Saudi Arabia. Crocker, 50, has left his current role and will take up a similar role with the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, U.S. Soccer announced Tuesday. Assistant sporting director Oguchi Onyewu, head of women’s development Tracey Kevins and ... Read more

Maidstone United have announced that manager George Elokobi will be leaving his role at the end of the season. Elokobi, who played 59 times in the Premier League during his playing career, has spen…

Tottenham have a contingency plan which would see players' wages slashed if they are relegated to the Championship

Birmingham fans, Chris Davies, and Tom Brady taunt Wrexham after denting their Championship playoff hopes on Sunday afternoon. Birmingham ended a three-game losing run when Carlos Vicente headed Birmingham ahead on 48 minutes, then the hosts’ captain Christoph Klarer made it 2-0 with around 30 minutes remaining. The result means Wrexham stay four points from […] The post Birmingham fans, Chris Davies, and Tom Brady taunt Wrexham after denting their playoff hopes appeared first on Fan Banter.

With three goals and six assists in 1537 EFL Championship minutes so far this season, Harvey Vale is currently averaging a goal contribution every two games for Queens Park Rangers. He’s currently QPR’s joint-top assist provider in the league this term and has made himself a key figure in the Rs’ attack since his move […] The post Harvey Vale Scout Report At QPR 2025/2026: A New Creative Outlet For The Republic Of Ireland – Player Analysis appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

Chelsea face yet another potentially tough task when they host old rival Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday night. The Blues have lost their last three matches in the league and have won just once in seven games in the competition, most recently being beaten 3-0 by Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Head […]

Jason Cundy’s Ange Postecoglou mask is Jamie O’Hara’s Kyrptonite – and it could reach boiling point at his wedding on Saturday. O’Hara’s beloved Tottenham Hotspu…

Man City closed the gap to just six points at the weekend.

What were Chelsea thinking?

Opta say Tottenham now have a 49.5 per cent chance of being relegated from the Premier League after another Spurs defeat left them languishing in 18th as the race to survive in the Premier League took another turn.

Oxford United have suffered a new setback in their plans to build a new stadium after a legal challenge was launched in the High Court. The Championship strugglers’ proposed 16,000-seater ven…

It’s time to take a look at the upcoming football matches set to appear live on our TV screens this week, so here’s a rundown. It’s set to be another busy week of action with a full batch of football live scores to keep an eye on across the world. Take a look below at […] The post Football matches live on TV this week appeared first on Fan Banter.

I have supported Newcastle United for over 55 years. My mother used to take my brother and I to watch ‘Pop’ Robson, Wyn Davies, Supermac et al. When my father... You can click here to read the full article.

Keane has hailed Farke's work as Leeds manager following their historic 2-1 win at Old Trafford, while the German himself was quick to remind his players to "stay humble" after the victory

Tuesday night’s football is headlined by two huge Champions League ties, as Liverpool and Barcelona aim to overturn their 2-0 defeats from last week. However, PSG look primed for more success…

Karim Benzema missed a crucial penalty as Al Hilal were eliminated from the AFC Champions League Elite, and with the Saudi club now out of continental competition, the fallout could have consequences for Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the SPL title race. Karim Benzema found himself at the center of a painful moment on Monday after missing a decisive penalty in Al Hilal‘s elimination from the 2025-26 AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals. With their continental ambitions now extinguished, the fallout from that exit could have significant implications for Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Al Nassr. At Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium, Al Hilal faced Qatari side Al Sadd in a rescheduled Round of 16 tie, part of a series of AFC fixtures in the western region pushed back from March. The game got off to a promising start for Al Hilal when Sergej Milinković-Savić opened the scoring in the 29th minute, but Al Sadd proved relentless in finding equalizers, with the two sides never separated by more than one goal in a pulsating 3-3 draw. The compressed schedule that followed the rescheduling forced the AFC to switch the remaining knockout ties from two-legged affairs to single-match eliminations. With the score still level after 90 minutes, the game went to extra time and then to a penalty shootout to decide who advanced to the quarterfinals. Roberto Firmino missed Al Sadd’s opening spot kick, leaving Al Hilal in the driving seat at 2-1, but Benzema then stepped up and sent his effort over the crossbar attempting to go top left. Al Sadd converted every remaining penalty, and with Saimon Bouabre also missing for Al Hilal, the Saudi side were eliminated 4-2 in the shootout. Karim Benzema misses the penalty!!! pic.twitter.com/isRewB2l0l — Football Scope (@FootScopeX) April 13, 2026 Al Hilal refocus on the SPL after continental exit The defeat to Al Sadd ended an otherwise unbeaten run for Al Hilal across both the AFC league phase and the Saudi Pro League in the 2025-26 season. With no international competition left to play for, Benzema’s side will now channel all of their energy into the domestic title race, a development that Al Nassr will be keeping a close eye on. Al Sadd will face Japanese side Vissel Kobe on Thursday, April 16 at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, with the semifinals scheduled for April 20 and 21 and the AFC Champions League Elite final set for April 25. Freed from those continental demands, Al Hilal will now have no fixture congestion to manage heading into the critical final weeks of the SPL season. Al Hilal’s next league match is not until April 28 against Damac FC, giving them a two-week window to rest, recover and sharpen up before resuming their title push. After a further fixture against Al Hazem on May 2, Benzema and Ronaldo will then square off on May 7 in what promises to be a defining Al Nassr vs. Al Hilal showdown that could go a long way toward deciding who lifts the Saudi Pro League trophy. On the other side of the equation, Al Nassr still have AFC Champions League Two commitments to attend to, with a quarterfinal against Al Wasl on the horizon and potentially more rounds beyond that. Ronaldo has been largely absent from the club’s continental games, but the added fixture load could leave Al Nassr’s squad with more fatigue in their legs when that pivotal May 7 clash arrives. That context gives Al Hilal a potential edge heading into the six-point encounter, having had significantly more rest in the buildup. Al Nassr currently hold a commanding lead with 73 points to Al Hilal’s 68, and a victory in that meeting could all but seal the title, setting up a Saudi Pro League finale where the championship could come down to the very last game of the season.

Yet another damaging defeat for Tottenham under new boss Roberto De Zerbi, a resurgent West Ham United and Liverpool’s rising star Rio Ngumoha were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jack Pitt-Brooke, JJ Bull & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey. Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNM NICOLAS TUCAT / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages 00:00 - an absolutely fine intro 05:40 - More relegation strife for Tottenham 24:28 - Impressive Granit Xhaka & Sunderland 28:14 - Would De Zerbi stay in the Championship? 31:15 - a break 31:17 - THE RONDO 37:43 - Resurgent West Ham! 48:44 - Who’s going to go down? Who knows?! 52:03 - Rio Ngumoha is great 57:50 - Kaya’s film review 1:07:25 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

West Bromwich Albion have insisted they have “fully complied” with the EFL’s profit and sustainability rules after reports suggested the club could face a points deduction for an alleged breach,…

Sheffield United midfielder Ollie Arblaster has announced he is expecting a baby with his partner, the daughter of manager Chris Wilder. The news was confirmed on social media by Martha Wilder as s…

Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi is hoping to agree terms with a new club before the season ends, talkSPORT understands. The Argentine is out of contract at the Vitality Stadium in the summer, an…

Coventry City’s dominant EFL Championship season has them on the verge of returning to England’s top-flight. Frank Lampard’s squad can clinch promotion to the English Premier League on Friday by earning at least one point from a road trip to Blackburn Rovers. It would seal the Sky Blues’ return to the top-flight since last being ... Read more

Colchester United have declared an unnamed consortium are in talks to buy the club amid rumours John Terry is set to become the new co-owner. Reports have claimed that the Chelsea legend is part of…

For Irish football fans, Olympique Lyonnais (often simply referred to as Lyon or Les Gones) holds a special place in recent memory. It was in Lyon, during the heady days of Euro 2016, that tens of thousands of the Green Army descended upon the city, creating an unforgettable atmosphere and cementing a bond between the… The post Les Gones: A Guide to Olympique Lyon’s Players first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

With just a few months to go before the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi seemed to suffer a major setback with Argentina, as Cristian Romero appeared to have picked up a serious injury. However, he has received an injury update that gives him hope of making it to the anticipated tournament. After shining in the CONMEBOL Qualifiers, Argentina stand out as one of the national teams favored to win the 2026 World Cup, aiming for their second consecutive title. However, Lionel Messi seemed to suffer a major setback, as Cristian Romero went off injured in tears in Tottenham Hotspur’s latest match. Despite this, the Argentinean defender’s injury extent has reportedly been revealed, keeping his hopes of reaching the anticipated tournament alive. According to Martín Arevalo, covering ESPN Argentina, Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero has been diagnosed with a knee injury, leaving him out for 5–8 weeks. Moreover, Gastón Edul, specialist covering Argentina national team, reports that he does not have collateral ligament tear, avoiding surgery. Nonetheless, the defender will not play with the English team this season, leaving them in a sensitive spot. CUTI OUT VARIAS SEMANAS @CutiRomero2 tiene una lesión en la rodilla que le demandará entre 5 y 8 semanas de recuperación. Dentro de la mala noticia que es que un futbolista se lesione, para la Selección es una buena noticia porque uno de sus mejores jugadores llega al Mundial. pic.twitter.com/U4SM4Czdoy — Martin Arevalo (@arevalo_martin) April 13, 2026 As a defensive cornerstone for Lionel Messi’s national team, his potential participation in the anticipated tournament would be a significant boost. Not only was he key to the 2022 World Cup title, but he also remains one of the leaders in the dressing room. However, coach Scaloni will be the one to decide whether to call him up, as his match fitness could become an issue for the opening games of the tournament. Alongside Nicolás Otamendi, Cristian Romero has led a great era for Argentina, winning two Copa América titles and a World Cup with them at the back. In addition, Lisandro Martínez also emerges as a key figure for Lionel Messi’s side, providing stability to the team. For this reason, head coach Scaloni could opt to call him up, aiming to give him minutes so he can reach full fitness, as he is key both on and off the pitch. Cristian Romero of Argentina fights for the ball with Jonathan Osorio of Canada. Cristian Romero’s absence may truly affect Tottenham Hotspur Unlike previous seasons, Tottenham Hotspur are going through the worst moment in their history. After dismissing Ange Postecoglou, Thomas Frank, and Igli Tare, they find themselves fighting to avoid relegation to the EFL Championship. Because of this, Cristian Romero’s absence could prove to be the definitive blow to their season, leaving everything in the hands of Kevin Danso and Micky van de Ven. In case his injury extend is confirmed, Cristian will miss the remainder of the season with his club. With only five matches left, the Argentine may not return in time to help avoid relegation under Roberto De Zerbi. As a result, they will have to place their season in the hands of Kevin Danso and Micky van de Ven, moving closer to the EFL Championship than to staying in the Premier League. Cuti Romero no tiene rotura del ligamento colateral pero tiene una lesión. No necesita operación pero si recuperación. Por lo menos seis semanas. Van a ir evaluando su evolución. No va a jugar más en Tottenham en esta temporada. pic.twitter.com/Oji1tSrCul — Gastón Edul (@gastonedul) April 13, 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest of its kind as it will be hosted over three countries for the first time in history, featuring 48 teams from the six football federations, an increase of 16 countries from the regular format of 32 nations that has been in place since 1998. The… The post Newcomers and Second Appearances: What to Expect in the 2026 World Cup first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

CORINTHIANS were stunned on Sunday after midfielder Andre was sent off for making an obscene gesture against Palmeiras. The controversial moment came in the first half of the heated Brazilian Championship derby. The flashpoint occurred after Andre was fouled in midfield by former Manchester United man Andreas Pereira. As the midfielder got back to his...