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Premier League title race: Who are Manchester City and Arsenal playing next?

Arsenal is looking to win its first Premier League title since 2004, while Manchester City is eyeing its fifth top-flight trophy in six years.

With Champions League hopes on the line, Liverpool finally showed they are up for the fight

Victory completed a league double over Everton as Liverpool extended their advantage over sixth-placed Chelsea to seven points.

Is it now Man City's title to lose? How awful are Chelsea? Will the gap get too big for Spurs?

Arsenal's stumble at the Etihad Stadium opened the door for Pep Guardiola and his side in an eventful weekend

There is no place to hide in Arteta's 'New Premier League' - Arsenal must embrace their fears

Defeat to rivals Manchester City will be viewed as a decisive blow but Mikel Arteta's side still have every chance of upending the narrative

Arsenal went on the attack and it was best they'd looked in weeks - Arteta will cling to that

Arsenal must look forward and embrace challenges. In spite of this loss, they look better equipped to face them than they have for some time

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Five stars from the UEFA Youth League finals: From a midfielder that idolises Gravenberch to an Irish prodigy

At the UEFA Youth League finals in Switzerland, talented prospects from Benfica, PSG, Club Brugge and Real Madrid have been in action

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Disillusioned and frustrated, Chelsea fans protest: 'We're left with no other option'

A protest march was held before Chelsea's match against Manchester United with fans chanting, "We want our Chelsea back."

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Lyon beats PSG 2-1, gives Lens renewed hope in Ligue 1 title race

Paris Saint-Germain, the current Ligue 1 leader, suffered its fifth league defeat this season, leaving Lens just a point adrift at second, having a played a match more.

Prediction: Barcelona vs Celta Vigo – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts

Verdict: Lamine Yamal to score anytime Best Odds: 1/1 Bookmaker: Dachbet Turning their attention back to La Liga duties on Wednesday night, Barcelona will look to take another giant leap towards defending their domestic crown when they welcome Celta Vigo to Catalonia. Barcelona Starting with the hosts, while Barcelona might have claimed a second-leg victory […] The post Prediction: Barcelona vs Celta Vigo – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts appeared first on Soccer News.

SDH AM 4.20.26: Reaction Monday, ATLUTD, MLS, USWNT, Academy, AM News

A Reaction Monday looks at a very busy ATLUTD weekend on SDH AM We look back at the Nashville loss with sound from the locker room and analysis from Jason on air- 929TheGame's Abe Gordon bats leadoff as well We look at the 2's in MLS NEXT Pro and Academy action in Chicago and against Charlotte Soccer For US Pod's Bart Keeler looks at the three-match set with Japan plus cards and calls Plus, your thoughts and the AM news! Join us!

Real Madrid tipped to sign ‘true football phenomenon’ from Liverpool in spectacular summer swoop

The Spanish giants are poised to revamp their squad this summer after what looks set to be another trophyless campaign, and a former Bernabeu star has urged them to look towards Merseyside for a key addition

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Soccer-English Premier League title race run-in

April 20 - Remaining English Premier League fixtures for the two main title contenders after Manchester City beat Arsenal 2-1 on Sunday:

Burnley game is like a final, says Man City's Haaland

April 20 - Manchester City striker Erling Haaland said their next Premier League game against Burnley is like a final after Sunday's 2-1 victory over leaders Arsenal handed them the chance to go top with a win in midweek.

Man Utd news: Michael Carrick's transfer plan as permanent manager verdict delivered

Manchester United are in the driving seat for Champions League qualification but uncertainty remains over who will become their permanent manager

Parrott, Koopmeiners shine as AZ Alkmaar wins KNVB Cup after 13 years

AZ Alkmaar, which had lost last year’s final on penalties, did not let the match go that far this time around, convincingly beating NEC ‌Nijmegen 5-1.

World Rugby chief says game has to keep growing as sport eyes U.S. market

The United States will stage the men's Rugby World Cup in 2031, with the women's competition coming two years later.

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Three talking points from the English Premier League

Manchester City, chasing a seventh league title in nine seasons, are now favourites after their 2-1 win over Arsenal. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Man City vs Arsenal — ‘Premier League title race starts now,’ says defiant Arteta

Premier League leader Arsenal lost 1-2 by Manchester City, which brought Pep Guardiola’s side just three points adrift the Gunners with one game in hand.

Bouda ends Lloris' scoreless run in San Jose win

Ousseni Bouda scored two goals in the second half, ending Hugo Lloris' scoreless run to begin the season at 593 minutes, and the San Jose Earthquakes stunned Los Angeles FC 4-1 on Sunday night in an early Western Conference showdown.

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Prediction: Burnley vs Manchester City – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts

Verdict: Rayan Cherki over 0.5 shots on target Best Odds: 4/5 Bookmaker: Luckster Looking to skyrocket their way to the top of the Premier League table, Manchester City will travel to Turf Moor on Wednesday night when they meet Burnley. Burnley Starting with the hosts, suffering a nightmare second-half collapse away at Nottingham Forest over […] The post Prediction: Burnley vs Manchester City – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts appeared first on Soccer News.

Manchester City tops Arsenal to take control of title race

Erling Haaland scored the winner for City, netting in the 65th minute after Rayan Cherki's superb opener was canceled out by Kai Havertz.

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Neymar’s move to MLS with FC Cincinnati in doubt as Santos executive director pushes for renewal

FC Cincinnati are now facing obstacles to bring Neymar to the MLS as Santos executive director has addressed the intentions of the Brazilian side to renew the star's deal. Neymar has been linked with a potential move to MLS, with FC Cincinnati taking initial steps to explore the viability of a deal. However, that path to the United States now faces additional obstacles, as Santos executive director Alexandre Mattos has publicly pushed for Neymar to extend his stay with the Brazilian club. A move to Cincinnati remains far from imminent, with the MLS side still in the early stages of assessing the financial feasibility of any potential deal. Reports from ESPN Brasil indicate that Neymar’s father and agent is awaiting a face-to-face meeting with FC Cincinnati representatives to advance the conversation, while Santos are simultaneously working to secure his future at the Peixe. Speaking at a press conference following Sunday’s match against Fluminense, Mattos made the club’s intentions clear: “The contract runs until the end of the year. Neymar and everyone else are focused on getting Santos out of this situation as quickly as possible. We have to separate Neymar (the player) from NR (Neymar’s brand/company).” Mattos also spoke to the dual value Neymar brings to the club, both as a player and as a global commercial force. “He does everything he can to be at his best on the pitch. And NR has helped us significantly with structural issues and sponsorships. We are trying to keep things moving forward. But it depends on results. Santos will always want Neymar because of everything he has done and continues to do,” Mattos added. Neymar of Santos during the game against Fluminense. While Neymar has indicated he intends to see out his current contract through December 2026, Santos are keen to open renewal talks sooner rather than later. “When he was sold to PSG, he said he would only go if they paid the youth club rights. And right now, he is trying to do what he wants most on the pitch. Together, we will do more and improve,” Mattos concluded. Difficult moments at Santos for Neymar While Santos are eager to extend Neymar’s contract beyond 2026, any renewal will depend on a number of conditions being met, with several off-field tensions already beginning to cloud the situation. Beyond his primary focus on making it to the World Cup, friction has been growing between Neymar and the Santos fanbase, including a recent on-camera altercation with a supporter at one of the club’s matches. That tension shows no sign of easing, with Santos enduring another difficult stretch in the league and hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone. The team was roundly booed by their own fans at Vila Belmiro following a 3-2 defeat to Fluminense, a result that left Santos in 15th place with 13 points from 12 games, just one point above the drop zone. Adding fuel to the fire, cameras captured Neymar walking off the pitch with his hands covering his ears, a moment that quickly spread across social media and drew the ire of fans. Neymar then broke his silence with a pointed response. “The day has come where I actually have to explain scratching my ear. People, honestly, you are taking things way too far and crossing the line. It is so sad to have to live with this. No human being can put up with this,” he wrote. Chegou o dia que eu tenho que explicar uma COÇADA DE ORELHA! Gente, sinceramente vocês estão pegando pesado demais e ultrapassando os limites … é triste demais ter que conviver com isso! Não tem ser humano que aguente 🤦🏽‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/QSUeLd8l1Z — Neymar Jr (@neymarjr) April 19, 2026 To make matters worse, members of an organized supporters’ group invaded the Rei Pelé Training Center just two days ago to demand accountability from the coaching staff, the squad and Neymar himself. With tensions running high both on and off the pitch, serious questions remain over whether Neymar is truly comfortable enough in his current environment to commit to staying instead of joining the MLS, despite the wishes of the club’s leadership.

Bitesize Prediction: Southampton vs Bristol City – 21/04/26

Competition: Championship Market: Southampton win Odds: 4/7 @ 1xBet Knowing that they can astonishingly skyrocket their way into the automatic promotion spots, Southampton will welcome Bristol City to St. Mary’s on Tuesday night. Starting with the hosts, while there might have been plenty of raised eyebrows back in December as Tonda Eckert arrived at St. […] The post Bitesize Prediction: Southampton vs Bristol City – 21/04/26 appeared first on Soccer News.

Real Madrid send contract proposal to star defender

Real Madrid must resolve the futures of several first team players before the summer transfer window opens in July, and one of those is Antonio Rudiger. The veteran defender is out of contract at the end of the season, and while he has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu as a free […] The post Real Madrid send contract proposal to star defender appeared first on Football España.

Bitesize Prediction: Leicester City vs Hull City – 21/04/26

Competition: Championship Market: Jannik Vestergaard over 0.5 fouls Odds: 10/11 @ Pribet Knowing that their fate can officially be decided on Tuesday night, Leicester will welcome Hull to the King Power. Starting with the hosts, at the heart of what has been an infamous nightmare, Leicester are now almost certainly facing the prospect of infamous […] The post Bitesize Prediction: Leicester City vs Hull City – 21/04/26 appeared first on Soccer News.

Barcelona defender “flattered” by Inter transfer interest

Barcelona are hoping to secure a summer deal for Alessandro Bastoni to be their new starting central defender, and while Inter are open to selling, they may be forced to bring up the value of their package by including one of their own players, and at this stage, the most likely candidate is Hector Fort. […] The post Barcelona defender “flattered” by Inter transfer interest appeared first on Football España.

Colombia hace historia y conquista la CONMEBOL Sub17 2026

Colombia se consagró campeón de la CONMEBOL Sub17 2026, en Luque – Paraguay. Con este triunfo, el equipo obtuvo su segundo título continental en la categoría, luego del logrado en 1993. José Rafael Escorcia fue el goleador del torneo, consolidándose como una de las grandes figuras del certamen. Este sábado 19 de abril, la CONMEBOL Sub17 2026 llegó a su punto culminante con la disputa de los partidos decisivos. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de CONMEBOLtorneos (@conmeboltorneos) En la gran final, disputada en la Cancha CONMEBOL de Luque, Colombia se consagró campeón tras ganar 4-0 a Argentina, logrando así su segundo título continental, luego del primero obtenido en 1993. Por su parte, en el estadio Ameliano de Villeta, Brasil se quedó con el tercer puesto al vencer 1-0 a Ecuador. Además, el colombiano José Rafael Escorcia se destacó como goleador del torneo, consolidando su protagonismo en el certamen. De esta manera, el torneo cerró con actuaciones destacadas que reafirman el talento emergente y el prometedor futuro del fútbol sudamericano. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de CONMEBOLtorneos (@conmeboltorneos) – Argentina 0-4 Colombia – Final – Colombia se consagró campeón de la CONMEBOL Sub17 2026 tras ganar 4-0 a Argentina en la final del torneo. En el encuentro disputado en la Cancha CONMEBOL, Miguel Agámez abrió el marcador a los 45+15’ y volvió a anotar a los 58’, mientras que Matías Caicedo amplió la ventaja a los 54’ y José Escorcia selló la victoria a los 84’. José Escorcia se convirtió en el máximo goleador de la CONMEBOL Sub17 con cuatro tantos, de los cuales dos fueron en la semifinal ante Brasil y uno hoy, ante Argentina. Con este triunfo, la selección colombiana levantó su segundo título continental, repitiendo la hazaña lograda por primera vez en 1993. https://youtu.be/y9-8bHHPF1Y?si=9WIboTXyP6y-FKzC – Números del partido – Colombia consigue su segundo título en la historia de la CONMEBOL Sub17 (1993, 2026), el primero fuera de casa. Bolivia (1), Colombia (2), Argentina (4) y Brasil (14) son las únicas cuatro selecciones que han ganado la competencia a lo largo de la historia. Colombia termina con una racha de 15 ediciones de la CONMEBOL Sub17, desde su propio campeonato de 1993, ganadas por Argentina (3) y Brasil (12). Lo hace venciendo a la Verdeamarela en semifinales y a la Albiceleste en la final. Colombia cerró en gran forma su participación en la CONMEBOL Sub17: luego de la derrota ante Uruguay en su tercer partido, la Tricolor ganó los tres siguientes sin conceder goles y sumando un tanto en cada juego (2-0 a Paraguay, 3-0 a Brasil y 4-0 a la Argentina). Nueve de los diez goles de Colombia en la competencia fueron después de la derrota con Uruguay. – Ecuador 0-1 Brasil – Tercer Puesto – Brasil ganó 1-0 a Ecuador en el estadio Ameliano, ubicado en la ciudad de Villeta, en el partido por el tercer puesto de la CONMEBOL Sub-17 2026. El único gol del encuentro fue obra de Eduardo Pape a los 9 minutos, alcanzando así su cuarto tanto en la competencia. Con este resultado, la selección brasileña se quedó con el tercer lugar del torneo continental. https://youtu.be/9JVZ3s9Cb2M?si=_pk8D3ntWtuLos9M – Números del partido – Brasil hizo podio en 15 de las últimas 16 ediciones del CONMEBOL Sub17, racha que inició con su campeonato en 1995. La última vez que no pudo terminar entre los primeros tres en la competición fue en 2019, sin embargo, logró clasificar a la Copa Mundial de la FIFA de ese año por ser anfitrión. En el primer tiempo Brasil superó en remates (11 a 3), goles esperados (0.7 a 0.4xG) y posesión (54% a 46%) a Ecuador. Sin embargo, en los primeros 25’ de la segunda mitad La Tri no le concedió disparos a la Canarinha y tuvo mayor tenencia (55% a 45%). Brasil convirtió el único gol del partido de jugada y finaliza su participación en el actual CONMEBOL Sub17 como el equipo con más cantidad de tantos con dos o más pases previos: ocho, superando a Argentina que, con seis, todavía debe disputar la final. CONMEBOL.com / OPTA

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How to watch Necaxa vs Chivas in the USA: Live Stream and TV for 2026 Liga MX Clausura Tournament

Necaxa square off with Chivas in Matchday 16 of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 campaign. Here’s all the key information for this matchup, including kickoff times as well as complete TV and streaming coverage across the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Necaxa vs Chivas on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Necaxa vs Chivas WHAT Liga MX WHEN 11:00pm ET / 8:00pm PT • Wednesday, April 22, 2026 WHERE Fubo, DirecTV Stream,CBS Sports Network, Univision and TUDN STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview The stakes couldn’t be higher as Necaxa enter this clash with their season hanging by a thread, sitting on just 17 points and needing a victory to keep even the slimmest playoff hopes alive. With no margin for error left, every minute becomes critical for a squad desperate to stay in the race. Meanwhile, Chivas hold control at the top of the table with 34 points, but the job isn’t finished yet—two more wins will guarantee them the No. 1 seed without relying on outside results. It sets up a high-pressure showdown where one side is fighting for survival and the other wants to clinch the first place. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Necaxa vs Chivas and tons more Liga MX games with a 7-day trial. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC (in select cities), CNBC, USA, FOX (in select cities), FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Telemundo, Universo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. SEE MORE: Schedule of Liga MX games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer. More resources World Soccer Talk is the number one destination in the United States for soccer television and streaming information. We recommend that you bookmark our soccer games on TV today page as well as subscribing to our free daily email newsletter that includes TV schedules and the latest soccer news and opinion from around the world. Courtesy of World Soccer Talk, download a complimentary copy of The Ultimate Soccer TV And Streaming Guide, which features details on where to watch all of the leagues from around the world on US TV and streaming. To find out when soccer games are on, download the free Soccer TV Schedules App which includes listings of all of the live soccer matches available in the United States (available on Apple iOS devices and Android devices).

Real Madrid seriously considering Jose Mourinho return

At this stage, it’s taken for granted that Real Madrid will be searching for a new manager at the end of the season. Alvaro Arbeloa has convinced the first team squad since he replaced Xabi Alonso, but after failing to win the Champions League or Copa del Rey, and with La Liga slipping away too, […] The post Real Madrid seriously considering Jose Mourinho return appeared first on Football España.

Luis Diaz, the ‘worker’ who makes Bayern’s champions click

Luis Diaz has become a core component of Vincent Kompany’s Bundesliga-winning side, quickly establishing himself in Bayern Munich’s free-scoring forward line as they secured a 35th title. With Harry Kane once again Bayern’s main man and Michael Olise bewitching defenders from the right, Diaz’s outstanding opening season at Bayern could easily be overlooked. But the […] The post Luis Diaz, the ‘worker’ who makes Bayern’s champions click appeared first on Soccer America.

Man City Down Arsenal: The Race Is On

Manchester City edge Arsenal at the Etihad to move within three points, with a game in hand. Mikel Arteta tweaked his tactics to be more on the front foot, but is it too little, too late? Pep Guardiola and City, on the other hand, now look to be in the driving seat, with a very real chance of securing another treble. Elsewhere, the race for European football is tighter than ever, with just three points separating 6th and 12th. Who will secure a place in Europe next season? At the bottom, there was late heartbreak for Spurs as Brighton snatched an equaliser in the dying seconds, leaving Tottenham favourites to go down. Serious questions remain about Spurs’ game management at 2–1. What does Roberto De Zerbi need to do to guide them to safety, and does he have enough time? The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit https://www.fuseenergy.com/football. 10 for £100. Stay 10 nights, get £100 back in Hotels.com Cash. UK Customers Only. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Man City stole a march on Arsenal in title showdown: Chairman's training ground visit, what Pep Guardiola told his players and the two stars proving crucial off the field, writes JACK GAUGHAN

Doing things a bit differently, in the hope of provoking a response, is not exclusive to Mikel Arteta. There were no fires at Manchester City's sprawling campus on Saturday evening.

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Why Gabriel's brain fade could prove to be the defining image of Arsenal's campaign, the alarming stat for Mikel Arteta - and the star who should lead the line in title run-in, writes ISAAN KHAN

Whether the Gunners are 'bottling' it or not, there is little doubt that the pressure of a Premier League title race has got to them. It has spilled over and scalded Arteta's men.

Cristiano Ronaldo could reportedly lift AFC Champions League Two title at home if Al Nassr reach the final

Currently in the semifinals, reports claim that Cristiano Ronaldo could end up lifting the AFC Champions League Two title if Al Nassr reach the final game. Cristiano Ronaldo has once again led Al Nassr to another victory, this time guiding the club to the AFC Champions League Two semifinals in a competition that, while secondary in prestige, could still end a lengthy trophy drought. With just two wins standing between them and the title, reports have emerged that Ronaldo could lift the trophy on home soil if Al Nassr advance to the final. On Sunday, Al Nassr dismantled UAE side Al Wasl 4-0 at Zabeel Stadium in Dubai in the quarterfinal round. Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 12th minute before Iñigo Martinez in the 24th, Abdulelah Al-Amri in the 26th and Sadio Mane in the 80th all added their names to the scoresheet, sending Al Nassr through to the semifinals, where they will face Qatari side Al Ahli of Doha. According to a report from Asharq Al-Awsat, the Asian Football Confederation has designated Al Nassr as the host of the AFC Champions League Two final, scheduled for May 16. The match would be held at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh, but only on the condition that Al Nassr beat Al Ahli in the semifinal. Should Al Ahli advance instead, the final would revert to Doha as originally planned. The semifinal between Ronaldo’s Al Nassr and Al Ahli is set to take place once again at Zabeel Stadium on Wednesday, April 22, in a single-leg format following the rescheduling imposed by the AFC. When Cristiano scores AND you get to live your dream! 😍🤯 pic.twitter.com/BR92YsfLUp — AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) April 19, 2026 Of the two remaining clubs from the western region of the AFC bracket, Al Nassr and Al Ahli are the last ones standing, while in the east, Gamba Osaka have already booked their place in the final, meaning the Japanese side will have to make the journey to the Middle East regardless of who they face. Al Nassr keeping the double alive With their next Saudi Pro League fixture against Al Ahli not until April 29, Al Nassr have been able to direct their full attention toward the AFC Champions League Two. Sunday’s match against Al Wasl was only Ronaldo’s second appearance in the competition this season, a calculated decision that reflects coach Jorge Jesus’ intention to push for the title on the continental stage. Ronaldo’s goal against Al Wasl moved his career tally to 969, and Al Nassr’s winning streak shows no signs of slowing across all competitions. The club has now won 18 consecutive matches, 15 in the Saudi Pro League and three in the AFC Champions League Two, keeping alive the possibility of a historic double that has never been achieved in the club’s history.

Julian Alvarez prioritises Barcelona move as blow dealt to Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain

Barcelona have high ambitions for this summer’s transfer window, with a top-level centre-back and striker wanted for Hansi Flick’s squad. And they have already identified their leading targets in this regard, those being Alessandro Bastoni and Julian Alvarez. There is optimism within Barcelona that a deal for Bastoni can be done, with Inter open to […] The post Julian Alvarez prioritises Barcelona move as blow dealt to Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain appeared first on Football España.

USMNT World Cup Hopefuls: Lots of positives and … not so positives

Two goals for Cristian Roldan, one goal and one assist for Diego Luna. Tim Ream leaves at halftime with with groin pain. In Europe, nine hopefuls dressed, one started. The post USMNT World Cup Hopefuls: Lots of positives and … not so positives appeared first on Soccer America.

Haji Wright named to EFL Championship’s Team of the Season

Haji Wright’s 2025-26 campaign has not only earned him English Premier League promotion but a spot in the EFL Championship’s highest honor. Wright was named to the Championship’s Team of the Season, the EFL announced Sunday at their annual award ceremony. The U.S. men’s national team striker most recently clinched promotion with Coventry City on ... Read more

Barcelona given hope of 1:1 return in time for summer – “They are on the right track”

Barcelona have big plans for the summer transfer window, but in order to have any chance of making them a reality, they must return to the 1:1 rule before the end of June. If they can do so, they’d have much more leeway when it comes to signing players, especially those that will elevate the […] The post Barcelona given hope of 1:1 return in time for summer – “They are on the right track” appeared first on Football España.

Lionel Messi’s digital impact: UE Cornella near top 10 most-followed teams in La Liga after purchase

Lionel Messi has already made an impact on social media less than a week after purchasing UE Cornella, pushing the club toward the top 10 most-followed teams in La Liga. Lionel Messi‘s recent acquisition of UE Cornella has extended his influence well beyond the pitch, drawing widespread attention to the fifth-division club. One of the most striking consequences has played out in the digital space, with Cornella now closing in on the top 10 most-followed teams in La Liga on social media. The news broke on Thursday, March 16, when Cornella released a statement confirming Messi’s takeover of the club. “With this operation, Messi strengthens his close ties to Barcelona and his commitment to the development of sport and local talent in Catalunya,” part of the statement on the club’s official website read. Before the announcement, Cornella’s Instagram account had amassed around 40,000 followers, a respectable figure for a fifth-tier side. In less than a week, however, that number had exploded past the half-million mark, with the account now sitting at 592,000 followers, more than ten times its pre-announcement total. To put the scale of Messi’s digital impact into perspective, Cornella have already built a following larger than every club in the second tier and several teams currently competing in La Liga. The club has surpassed Deportivo Alaves (240K), Levante UD (371K), Rayo Vallecano (376K), Real Oviedo (388K), CA Osasuna (410K), Elche CF (472K), RCD Mallorca (489K), RCD Espanyol (549K) and even Getafe CF (565K), with only Celta de Vigo (669K) and Girona (1.1M) still ahead of them among the smaller La Liga clubs. UE Cornella’s Instagram account. Top 10 most-followed La Liga teams on Instagram Real Madrid — 182M Barcelona —147M Atlético de Madrid — 18M Sevilla — 3.6M Real Betis — 3M Villarreal — 1.7M Valencia — 1.4M Athletic Bilbao — 1.6M Real Sociedad — 1.2M Girona — 1.1M Media setting their eyes on UE Cornella With just three games remaining in the regular season and currently sitting thrid with 56 points in 31 games, Cornella are expected to push for automatic promotion and a jump to the fourth division. But Messi’s involvement has also made the club a subject of significant media interest. In the first match played since the announcement, a 1-1 draw against Fundacio Esportiva Grama at the Nou Municipal de Cornella this past Sunday, the club saw a noticeable uptick in both attendance and press coverage. According to Mundo Deportivo, the number of accredited media outlets present rose from the usual three to 15, a vivid illustration of just how dramatically Messi’s name has transformed the profile of this small Catalan club.

Weston McKennie registers latest goal contribution in Juventus victory

Weston McKennie’s career-best year continued on Sunday with the American midfielder adding to his growing goal contribution list. McKennie assisted once as Juventus downed Bologna 2-0 in Serie A play, taking another major step towards sealing a UEFA Champions League return next fall. The U.S. men’s national team star played 90 minutes as the Bianconeri ... Read more

Merseyside derby victory ´an unbelievable compliment´ to Liverpool, says Slot

Arne Slot believes the manner of Liverpool’s dramatic win over Everton was an “unbelievable compliment” towards his players’ efforts. The Reds claimed local bragging rights in the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Virgil van Dijk’s stoppage-time winner snatching a 2-1 victory. It was one in the face of adversity for Liverpool, who […] The post Merseyside derby victory ´an unbelievable compliment´ to Liverpool, says Slot appeared first on Soccer News.

´Football is sometimes thankless´ – Borges rues last-gasp defeat to Benfica

Rui Borges claimed “football is sometimes thankless” after conceding the Primeira Liga title race became more complicated after Sporting CP lost to Benfica on Sunday. Luis Suarez saw a 19th-minute penalty saved before Andreas Schjelderup converted from 12 yards at the other end eight minutes later, though Sporting fought back. They equalised through Hidemasa Morita […] The post ´Football is sometimes thankless´ – Borges rues last-gasp defeat to Benfica appeared first on Soccer News.

How Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in 'old school battle'

Match of the Day pundits Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy discuss how "two top players" in Erling Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in Manchester City's 2-1 victory against Arsenal.

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How Gibbs-White made a 'huge difference' in Forest's win against Burnley

Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy discusses how Vítor Pereira's half-time changes "benefitted" Morgan Gibbs-White as the England international made a "huge difference" in Nottingham Forest's 4-1 comeback victory against Burnley.

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How Liverpool's improved creative play helped them beat Everton

Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy analyses how Liverpool's performance "got better" from a "creative" and "footballing aspect" as The Reds secured a 2-1 victory at Everton in the Merseyside Derby.

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