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Following Barcelona’s Champions League elimination, Marcus Rashford was chastised by the Spanish media, leaving his future in Spain in doubt. The Manchester United academy product joined the Blaugrana on loan last summer, with an option to buy for £26 million. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – […] The post “He lacks the character” – Man Utd star facing uncertain future after ‘lacklustre’ display appeared first on Stretty News.

Inter Milan secured their second consecutive Serie A win last Sunday, pulling off a stunning comeback at Como. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri defied the absence of their captain, Lautaro Martinez, to extend their lead at the top of the table. Cristian Chivu’s men have developed a habit of underperforming when […] The post Como 3-4 Inter Milan – Four Nerazzurri Stalwarts Step Up In Lautaro Martinez Absence appeared first on SempreInter.com.

Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has agreed personal terms with Besiktas, per the Daily Mail. The Turkish club made an offer for the 28-year-old in January, but United rejected their approach as they wanted to keep him as a back-up option. Bayindir is contracted at Old Trafford until 2027, with the club having an option […]

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri will once again change formation for the game in Hellas Verona, but one thing will remain: Rafael Leao as a striker. As La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) write this morning, Milan’s assault on the Champions League begins with Leo. Despite the loud boos at San Siro and the return to a 3-5-2, […] The post GdS: ‘Everything at stake’ – why Allegri will continue using Leao as a striker appeared first on SempreMilan.

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Perú y Paraguay igualaron 1-1 en la CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina. Ambas selecciones suman siete unidades y comparten puntaje en la tabla general. En condición de local, Perú igualó 1-1 frente a Paraguay por la Sexta Fecha de la CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina, en un duelo muy disputado en Cusco. Ambas selecciones continúan en la búsqueda de un boleto directo o un lugar en el repechaje rumbo a la Copa Mundial Femenina de la FIFA 2027. - Perú 1-1 Paraguay - Perú y Paraguay igualaron 1-1 en el Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega de Cusco. La Albirroja abrió el marcador con el gol de Yomira Tacilla a los 18’, aprovechando su efectividad en el inicio del partido. En la segunda mitad, Perú reaccionó y encontró la igualdad a través de Luz Campoverde a los 51’, resultado que se mantuvo hasta el final pese a los intentos de ambos equipos por quedarse con la victoria. El empate permite a ambas selecciones sumar en la tabla general, en un certamen que continúa su desarrollo rumbo a la Copa Mundial Femenina de la FIFA 2027. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida de CONMEBOL (@conmebol) - Números del partido - Luz Campoverde (Perú) anotó su segundo gol tras ingresar como suplente en un partido de la CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina. Lidera en este aspecto, junto a Kishi Nuñez (Argentina) y Daniela Montoya (Colombia). Perú es uno de los dos equipos que sumó más puntos luego de iniciar perdiendo en la actual CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina con cuatro, al igual que Colombia. Ganó ante Uruguay 2-1 luego de comenzar en desventaja y empató hoy ante Paraguay 1-1. Paraguay es el primer equipo en tener dos disparos a los postes en la CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina, ambos en este partido, y ambos disparos autoría de Lice Chamorro. Paraguay intentó 16 centros de jugada en este partido ante Perú. Es su registro más alto en este aspecto en un partido de torneos CONMEBOL desde los 24 ante Uruguay en el triunfo 2-1 por la Copa América Femenina 2018. CONMEBOL.com/OPTA

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Christian Pulisic finds himself under the spotlight as Massimiliano Allegri’s influence in Italian soccer continues to grow amid rising speculation about a potential Italy national team appointment, with the situation at Milan becoming increasingly tense. Christian Pulisic finds himself under the spotlight as Massimiliano Allegri’s influence in Italian soccer continues to grow amid rising speculation about a potential Italy national team appointment, with the situation at Milan becoming increasingly tense. At the same time, Allegri’s future is being shaped by internal expectations at the club, while discussions about what he demands to remain in charge continue to circulate behind the scenes. According to multiple reports in Italy, Allegri has emerged as a leading candidate to take over the national team should Giovanni Malago secure the presidency of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). This scenario has gained traction quickly, especially after strong backing from Serie A clubs ahead of the upcoming election. The situation is fluid, but “Allegri will become the favorite to become the next Italy national team head coach if the former CONI President is elected”, Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo revealed on X (formerly Twitter). That possibility has placed Milan in a delicate position, with its current manager suddenly at the center of a national rebuild. What are Allegri’s reported demands to stay? The uncertainty surrounding Allegri’s future is tied closely to his expectations from the club. At Milan, his position is far from settled. The club has suffered a dip in form in Serie A, with two consecutive defeats raising concerns about Champions League qualification and long-term direction. This has created friction between coaching expectations and transfer planning. The coach is frustrated with the recruitment strategy, particularly the lack of defensive reinforcements and inconsistency in squad depth, La Gazzetta dello Sport adds. One internal concern is that the hierarchy’s inability to strengthen key areas has directly affected performance levels and tactical flexibility. AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri looks on The tension has also created a scenario where the 58-year-old boss’ future depends heavily on guarantees. As outlined in La Gazzetta dello Sport’s report, he is expected to demand greater decision-making power over transfers if he remains beyond the season, especially if the club secures a top-four finish. Allegri’s ‘what if’ clause and how his possible exit route could affect Pulisic The situation has reached a point where multiple outcomes are being considered inside the club. Allegri’s contract could extend under normal conditions, but that extension is reportedly tied to performance and alignment with management expectations. If disagreements over transfer policy continue, a potential separation between Allegri and Milan cannot be ruled out, particularly if a national team offer becomes concrete. Italy’s interest adds another layer, giving him an alternative path that avoids the day-to-day pressure of club action. Christian Pulisic of AC Milan This uncertainty inevitably affects players like Christian Pulisic, who has become an important figure in Milan’s attacking setup since moving to the San Siro in 2023. However, his recent form has reflected the wider inconsistency of the team, with 2026 goalscoring output fluctuating as the club struggles to maintain rhythm in front of goal. Within the squad, questions are being asked about attacking balance, chance creation, and finishing efficiency. A coaching change or tactical reset could directly influence Pulisic’s role and output, especially if Allegri’s system evolves or if a new manager arrives with different ideas.

Al-Nassr stands in a commanding position compared to Karim Benzema's Al-Hilal, but the final steps toward glory still demand precision and consistency. The pressure is building around Cristiano Ronaldo as the Saudi Pro League season approaches its decisive stretch, with the title race entering a critical phase. Al-Nassr stands in a commanding position compared to Karim Benzema’s Al-Hilal, but the final steps toward glory still demand precision and consistency. The club has placed itself at the summit of the table after a dominant campaign, showing authority in both attack and results. The margin at the top provides confidence, yet the title is not secured, and every remaining match carries weight. From the opening months, Jorge Jesus’ side has established itself as the most consistent side in the league. With 73 points from 28 matches, the Knight of Najd leads the standings with a five-point cushion over Al-Hilal and a further seven-point gap to Al-Ahli, placing it firmly in control. The numbers highlight a campaign driven by attacking firepower and resilience. A record of 24 wins and a goal difference of +57 underlines the club’s dominance, making it the benchmark for the rest of the league. However, dominance alone does not guarantee silverware, especially with six matches still to play. Saudi Pro League standings after Matchday 28 What it will take for Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr to become champion The key figure in this title race is 87 points. That number represents the maximum total Al-Hilal can reach if it wins all six of its remaining matches (68 + 18 = 86). Therefore, for Al-Nassr to guarantee the title regardless of other results, it must surpass that total. Currently, Al-Nassr needs 14 points from its remaining six matches to mathematically secure the title, a total that would take it beyond the maximum possible tally of its closest rival. This would take the team to 87 points, making it unreachable. There are multiple ways to reach that number, each carrying its own level of risk: Five wins = 15 points (more than enough) Four wins and two draws = 14 points Four wins, one draw, and one loss = 13 points (not guaranteed) Anything less than 14 points opens the door for Al-Hilal to potentially overtake Cristiano Ronaldo’s side. The road to the title is far from straightforward, with several challenging fixtures ahead. Matches against teams like Al-Ettifaq, Al-Ahli, Al-Qadsiah, and a crucial showdown with Karim Benzema‘s side will test the club’s resolve. ristiano Ronaldo of team Al Nassr FC celebrates scoring Three different scenarios Scenario 1: Al-Nassr takes care of business If Jorge Jesus’ players win at least five of their last six matches, the title is theirs; simple as that. Even four wins and two draws would be enough. Given their current form, 24 wins in 28 matches and a +57 goal difference, this is a very realistic outcome. Scenario 2: Slips open the door If Al-Nassr drops points, especially through defeats, the pressure shifts. For example, if it collects 12-13 points, it could finish on 85-86 points. That would allow Al-Hilal to catch or surpass it if the latter wins all remaining matches. In this case, goal difference could even come into play, although Al-Nassr currently has a strong edge. Karim Benzema of Al Hilal looks on. Scenario 3: Rivals drop points Al-Nassr may not even need the full 14 points if the club’s two rivals stumble. If Al-Hilal loses or draws even once, its maximum total drops below 86. That reduces the number of points Al-Nassr need to secure the title. For instance, if Al-Hilal drops three points (one loss), its maximum becomes 83. Al-Nassr would then only need 11 more points to guarantee first place. The same applies to Al-Ahli, who are slightly further back but still mathematically in the race.

Did Arne Slot let Liverpool down as the Premier League champions were knocked out by PSG at Anfield? Or did the Reds show positive signs for the future with a much more energetic and competitive performance than in last week’s first leg in Paris? Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock, ex-Premier League winger Andros Townsend and French football journalist Julien Laurens join Ian Dennis and Kelly Cates to dissect a thrilling night of Champions League action. As well as Liverpool’s 2-0 defeat to PSG (4-0 on aggregate), Atletico Madrid progressed with a memorable victory over Barcelona, 3-2 on aggregate. Atleti will now play the winner of Arsenal v Sporting, with the panel previewing Wednesday night’s game alongside commentator John Murray. And we hear reaction from England Lionesses’ 1-0 victory over Spain. Timecodes: 02:20 Where has this Liverpool energy been all season? 03:20 Was this about PSG’s individual quality? 04:14 Julien Laurens calls Arne Slot’s line-up a “complete nonsense” — should Alexander Isak have started? 07:45 Are Liverpool carrying players in their team? How much has their recruitment been proven wrong? 15:00 Hugo Ekitike’s injury 16:00 How are Liverpool looking going into the Merseyside derby? 17:30 Should Isak be getting a run of games now? 18:45 Reaction from Liverpool manager Arne Slot 20:15 A thrilling win for Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona 21:20 How worried would Arsenal be to play Atleti? 23:00 How much of a difference did red cards make for Barcelona? 24:45 Mikel Arteta previews Arsenal v Sporting and asks for ‘fire, not fear' 26:10 Preview of Arsenal v Sporting with commentator John Murray 30:40 Keira Walsh reacts to her 100th England cap as the Lionesses beat Spain 31:40 Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman reacts

Il Barcellona vince 2-1 contro l'Atletico Madrid nel ritorno dei quarti di finale di Champions, ma esce per via dello 0-2 nella gara d'andata. La squadra del Cholo Simeone avanza in semifinale, decisivo il gol dell'ex attaccante dell'Atalanta Ademola Lookman arrivato alla mezz'ora del primo tempo dopo le reti di Yamal e Ferran Torres. Proprio Lamine è finito al centro di un commento rilasciato da Zvominir Boban commentando la partita negli studi di Sky Sport: l'attaccante spagnolo è rimasto in campo fino al fischio finale, ma secondo l'attuale presidente della Dinamo Zagabria non è riuscito a fare il massimo perché troppo stanco. LE PAROLE DI BOBAN Boban ha commentato così la prestazione di Yamal: "L'ho visto stanco e impreparato, ma alla sua età (18 anni, ndr) non dovrebbe succedere. Nel secondo tempo è stata dura creare qualcosa senza di lui. Anche se alla fine sono riusciti a creare due/tre occasioni anche in dieci; per assurdo, hanno fatto di più dopo l'espulsione di Eric Garcia che non nel resto del secondo tempo, dopo aver dominato il primo. Nei primi 45 minuti è stato quasi disumano per quanto hanno attaccato e creato, poi però nella ripresa non hanno saputo tenere quel ritmo e si è vista la differenza. L'Atletico, invece, a differenza del Barça, è cresciuto col passare del tempo".

Alexander Isak back in the Liverpool team for the first time since his injury and some bizarre Arne Slot comments after revealing his team to play PSG. Liverpool 2-0 down... You can click here to read the full article.

Il Milan sta vivendo un periodo di grande crisi sia di risultati, che all'interno dello spogliato e anche nel rapporto coi tifosi. La sconfitta contro l'Udinese ha aperto uno squarcio importante e nella voragine ci è finito inevitabilmente Rafael Leao, uscito dal campo nel secondo tempo nella gara persa 3-0 a San Siro e subissato di fischi. Per commentare il momento no della squadra di Massimiliano Allegri e per capire provare a ricucire il rapporto con la tifoseria rossonera, ha parlato alla Gazzetta dello Sport l'ex terzino brasiliano Serginho. IL MILAN FATICA QUANDO DEVE FARE GIOCO "Cos'è successo con l'Udinese? Niente di così strano e anomalo. In questa stagione la squadra ha fatto molto bene contro le grandi, ma ha sofferto parecchio contro le medio piccole. Quando il Milan deve proporre gioco, va più in difficoltà: a San Siro era successo anche con il Parma". POSTO CHAMPIONS? IL MILAN SI DEVE PREOCCUPARE SOLO... DEL MILAN "Non mi preoccupo delle squadre che sono dietro, ma del Milan: se gioca con la personalità che ha mostrato nel derby e in tante altre partite, non mi preoccupo per l’ingresso nelle prime quattro. Penso che la classifica avrebbe potuto essere ancora migliore rispetto all’attuale se non ci fossero stati dei passi falsi evitabili. Non guardo il calendario: per me la squadra ha le potenzialità per chiudere al secondo o al terzo posto se torna a mostrare l’equilibrio e la concretezza che le hanno permesso di stare ventiquattro partite di campionato senza perdere". LA JUVE "Col Verona mi aspetto un Milan arrabbiato e concentrato al massimo. Si tratta di una gara da non sbagliare assolutamente perché poi arriverà a San Siro la Juventus. L’incontro con la Juventus sarà assolutamente determinante. In caso di vittoria contro i bianconeri, l’obiettivo sarebbe praticamente raggiunto LEAO? UN GOAL ALLA JUVE E TORNA IL SERENO "Leao e Pulisic sono due esterni offensivi e non hanno le caratteristiche per giocare spalle alla porta: hanno bisogno di spazi per giocare l’uno contro uno, per crossare o per arrivare alla conclusione. Soprattutto Leao se non ha la possibilità di ripartire a sinistra, è penalizzato. Si è sacrificato a fare il centravanti e in alcuni incontri ha fatto bene e segnato, ma non è il suo ruolo naturale. I fischi? San Siro è uno stadio esigente che in passato lo ha applaudito tante volte quando ha segnato e offerto prestazioni importanti. Diciamo che nell’ultima stagione e mezzo non sempre Leao è riuscito a esprimere le sue grandi potenzialità. Magari i fischi di sabato per Leao saranno uno stimolo in più per dimostrare quello che vale in questo finale di stagione. A volte basta un gol per riaccendere l’amore. Per esempio se segnasse la rete decisiva per battere la Juventus...".

By: Oliver Fisher It was not a good Saturday evening for AC Milan against Udinese, continuing a negative trend since the defeat to Parma. The numbers tell a story: Milan have gone from having the chance to be within striking distance of league-leaders Inter to now being 12 points behind them. Not only that, but they have handed […] The post Leao jeered as Milan’s mental decline continues: Lorenzo and Stefano question what comes next appeared first on SempreMilan.

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

Liverpool will take on PSG in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals tonight, and Mohamed Salah will be on the bench for the Premier League champions. The Egyptian International was benched in the first leg as well, and the decision to keep him on the bench for the return leg will not […] The post Slot risks major backlash: Key star benched as Liverpool chase PSG comeback appeared first on CaughtOffside.

By: Oliver Fisher Christian Pulisic’s form has come under the microscope in recent weeks, and as a result so has his future at AC Milan. Pulisic hasn’t found the net in a competitive match for Milan since December 28th, a 3-0 win over Hellas Verona at San Siro. With his deal set to expire in 2027 (the club […] The post Giornale: Milan ask for €60m as Liverpool and Spurs make approach for star – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

“Se le cose stanno così, arrivo di corsa, Mister”. Deve aver risposto più o meno così, Donyell Malen a Gian Piero Gasperini, quando quest'ultimo – era lo scorso fine dicembre – gli diede garanzia che qui a Roma avrebbe fatto ciò che più desiderava: il centravanti in una squadra di valore. E mai intuizione – quella di Gasp – fu più decisiva nella storia recente del nostro campionato. E se appena tre mesi fa era ancora un giocatore dell’Aston Villa – 4 gol in 21 partite – il sogno di mercato di diversi club della Serie A, ora Malen, può entrare nella storia della Serie A. L’olandese ha già messo a segno dieci gol in sole 12 presenze con la maglia della Roma. Un bottino, con sei giornate ancora da disputare, che gli permette di sognare addirittura il titolo di capocannoniere della Serie A, ora distante sei gol. L’olandese re dei bomber si gioca a 9,00 su Snai, secondo in quota soltanto a Lautaro Martinez (in pole a 1,16 su Sisal) , leader a quota 16 marcature ma ai box per un infortunio muscolare che dovrebbe tenerlo fuori per alcune settimane.Mai nessun giocatore arrivato in Italia a gennaio è poi riuscito a laurearsi capocannoniere della Serie A. Con la tripletta contro il Lecce, Malen ha eguagliato a quota 10 il numero massimo di gol segnati da un nuovo acquisto di gennaio, primato condiviso con una leggenda del calcio italiano come Zlatan Ibrahimovic.Malen non sembra però intenzionato a fermarsi alla semplice condivisione del record. Con il sorpasso a Ibra ormai a un passo, il mirino è puntato su Lautaro. L'attaccante giallorosso può riscrivere le statistiche della Serie A: se dovesse riuscire a conquistare il titolo di capocannoniere, quella di Malen non sarebbe solo l'operazione di mercato perfetta, ma la più grande rimonta mai vista in un girone di ritorno. La storia è lì, a soli sei gol di distanza.

Ghanaian forward Joseph Opoku admitted to being caught off guard by the wave of criticism and abuse he faced just a week prior despite securing a vital brace to keep Zulte Waregem in the Belgian top tier.The 20-year-old found himself at the center of a social media storm following a high-profile missed chance against Cercle Brugge, an experience he described as a surprising test of his professional character.The young winger, who has been a standout performer since joining from Great Corinthians, expressed a sense of shock at how quickly sentiment turned after one difficult moment on the pitch.However, rather than letting the backlash derail his season, Opoku used the 2-1 victory over FCV Dender to transform that external pressure into clinical efficiency.His two second-half goals not only silenced his detractors but also propelled "Essevee" to the top of the relegation playoff table.Reflecting on the psychological toll of the past week, Opoku emphasized the need for mental toughness in the modern game."I was shocked by how they reacted to me. Many people make fun of it, but as a top player, you know, I already knew I’m a top player.“So, as a top player,...

It took until halfway through the January transfer window for AS Roma to finally get the striker they had wanted. In the winter window, Roma were linked with Joshua Zirkzee and Giacomo Raspadori, the latter rejected Roma to go and join Atalanta after a short spell in Spain at Atletico Madrid. Zirkzee stayed at Manchester… The post Donyell Malen: Have Roma Finally Found Their Striker? first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Michael Carrick has defended the form of Manuel Ugarte after Gary Neville said the midfielder has been 'well short' ever since he joined Manchester United.

By: Oliver Fisher Serginho is confident that Massimiliano Allegri will get AC Milan over the line in the top four race, despite a recent wobble. The past few weeks have not gone the way that Allegri nor Milan planned. From being in title contention – albeit faint – the Rossoneri have lost four of their last seven games […] The post Serginho discusses Milan’s poor form, Leao’s role and why he still believes in Allegri appeared first on SempreMilan.

Only one Manchester United player made BBC Sport’s Team of the Week following last night’s disastrous defeat to Leeds United. Despite Bruno Fernandes doing his utmost to pull the strings, it was United’s only goalscorer on the night, Casemiro, who made Troy Deeney’s selection. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES […] The post Not Bruno: One Red makes BBC TOTW after Leeds loss, Deeney knows why he’s the only one to excel appeared first on Stretty News.

Jamie Carragher fears Arsenal's brittle confidence is encapsulated by the form of midfielder Martin Zubimendi who he claims is 'really struggling'.

Newcastle United players and staff ended up being booed off after throwing their lead away in a 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace on Sunday. William Osula had put Newcastle just before half time, but then Jean-Philippe Mateta came off the bench and levelled in 80th minute with header from Tyrick Mitchell’s cross, before grabbing a […] The post Newcastle players and staff booed off after throwing lead away in defeat to Crystal Palace appeared first on Fan Banter.

Ghana international Inaki Williams, has admitted he has had a challenging season in the current football campaign.Williams was in action at the weekend when his outfit succumbed to a 2-1 defeat to Villarreal at the San Mames.The Black Stars attacker, who is the captain of Athletic Bilbao has struggled to match last season’s performance, where he racked up eleven goals and provided nine assists across competitions.This season, the 31-year-old has had a modest performance due to injury setbacks. Out of 32 appearances across competitions for Athletic Bilbao, Williams has scored three goals and providing four assists.Williams, who has built a reputation as one of the most consistent players in Spain has, however, expressed his frustration, having struggled to live up to expectations this season.Speaking after Villarreal clash, the experienced attacker admitted he is currently far from his best form.“Honestly, I’m not feeling well. I’m trying to be the Iñaki that everyone knows,” he admitted, highlighting his determination to rediscover the level that has defined his career.Despite the dip, the former Spain international remains focused on turning things around as the season nears an end.For Athletic Club, rediscovering the best version of Williams...

By: Oliver Fisher Gianluca Di Marzio believes AC Milan are open to selling Rafael Leao, but so far no serious offers have arrive to tempt them. Perhaps the lowest ebb in Leao’s season if not his Milan career so far came on Saturday evening, when he was jeered off the field during the 3-0 defeat to Udinese. It […] The post Di Marzio gives update on Leao’s future amid Saudi doubts: “Milan would evaluate” appeared first on SempreMilan.

Gary Neville argues that Manchester United are better off without Benjamin Sesko in their starting lineup, as he assesses the team’s latest display. The Red Devils ended their 24-day hiatus by hosting Leeds United at Old Trafford on Monday evening. However, the excitement evaporated only a few minutes after the kickoff, when Noah Okafor gave […] The post “Awkward, clumsy” – Neville tells Carrick to relegate 6/10 Man Utd to bench role appeared first on Stretty News.

Happy Tuesday folks. I’m sitting here this morning wishing I could write something that has the answers. You know the ones I mean. Not how did we get here; not the meaning of life; not ‘how can the universe be infinite?’; not why are Maroon5 still around; nothing as trivial as that. But – what […] The post I started writing then stopped appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

Real Madrid were booed off at the Bernabéu on Friday night, and not for the first time this season, after they failed to beat Girona in a 1-1 draw. Gary and Alex look at what this latest setback means for Alvaro Arbeloa's chances of remaining in charge next season, and whether they have any hope of going to Munich and overturning the 2-1 deficit against Bayern. Barcelona went nine points clear at the top after a 4-1 win over Espanyol, with Hansi Flick taking no chances and playing Lamine Yamal and Pedri for 90 minutes despite the Champions League second leg with Atletico Madrid to come in the week. Will Barca have enough firepower to score the three they need or will that leaky defence prove costly in the Metropolitano? 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

It is a packed race for the England winger.

'If they slip up here, they'll never forgive themselves.'

By: Ben Dixon This afternoon, a stat has emerged about Matteo Gabbia and how much AC Milan actually rely on the defender’s performances. There has been a lot said about Milan’s talismen this season and the focus has often been on Adrien Rabiot and rightfully so. For most of the season, the stats have pointed in his favour […] The post MN: Milan’s hidden backbone – Gabbia essential to the backline as stat emerges appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Ben Dixon This summer, AC Milan will look to sell Pervis Estupinan, only 12 months after signing him from Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion. It has not been a good move for Estupinan. In fact, it has not been a good move for Milan either. Both parties were hoping to move on from a long-term […] The post Schira: Milan ready to sell Estupinan after unsatisfactory performances – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

Jeremie Boga has had an excellent impact since joining Juventus in January, and he’s slated to be bought out, considering that the option to retain him is rather small. Exec Giorgio Chiellini heavily hinted at that in his remarks before the recent Atalanta clash. The post Juventus Poised to Keep Productive Loanee Permanently appeared first on The Cult of Calcio.

By: Oliver Fisher Join Oli, Anthony and ‪Bdair as they recap the disaster against Udinese, discuss the formation change and preview the must-win Verona match. This week’s topics include… ↳ Udinese run riot at San Siro ↳ Why the 4-3-3 failed ↳ Leao jeered: end of an era? ↳ Verona (A) preview Want more Milan content? Check out […] The post SempreMilan Podcast: Episode 409 – Be Careful What You Wish For appeared first on SempreMilan.

A week of swings in FPL with the Wildcard to Bench Boost crowd going against everyone else, and ultimately many did quite similar. But that won't be the case everywhere... Suj and James discuss all the key talking points and games from the weekend as Jarrod Bowen and Igor Thiago rewarded those who held or invested, but there were others with doubles to come who performed well such as Bart Verbruggen and Neco O'Reilly. But O'Reilly may now be out so is it now a case of Marc Guehi versus Rayan Cherki for the third City spot in the double? Can managers dare to take Erling Haaland or Antoine Semenyo on? Coverage of the teams who double, which includes a Bournemouth side who blew the title race back open with a brilliant victory at Arsenal, which means City could be top in 9 days. Plus, why different strategies for 33 may alter the players that are of interest and Tottenham have entered the bottom three. Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Clash of the Correspondents, Bournemouth v Leeds United with Neil Grover & Ed Salinger Today on Patreon: The Patreon QNA (BT+) ,Nico's Corner (AT) & Away Days: Sunderland (AT) The full Planet FPL schedule for this week can be found via this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/155489999 Want to become a member of our FPL community and support the Podcast? Join us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow James on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Suj on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/sujanshah⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clayton on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/claytsAFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow David on Twitter/x: https://x.com/PlanetFPLHunter Follow Nico on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/nico_semedo Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #FPL #FantasyPremierLeague #GW32Review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rafael Leao finds himself in the eye of the storm again, as he had a paltry performance against Udinese, despite a long clamored tactical switch, and the Milan crowd heavily booed when he left the pitch. His relationship with the fans has had its ups and downs over the years. The post Milan Star Leao in Hot Water Again After Udinese Clash appeared first on The Cult of Calcio.

By: Oliver Fisher Rafael Leao’s time at AC Milan could well be coming to an end as the management are willing to listen to offers in the summer. As La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) write, San Siro has called time on his romance with Leao, who was booed loudly on Saturday against Udinese when he came off. […] The post GdS: Milan ‘fed up’ and will listen to summer offers for ‘hurt’ Leao – eyes on Man Utd appeared first on SempreMilan.

Nick and Dan look into Liam Rosenior’s man-marking experiment as Chelsea's "freelancers" gets picked apart by Pep and "couldnt be bothered" to play two halves of football yet again. From the bizarre stat of Marc Cucurella being our primary xG threat to questions about whether the players are already mentally on the plane for the World Cup, we’re digging into the "profound mediocrity" of it all. Join our Discord community! Join Link: https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Follow London is Blue, Get in Touch! 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: http://bit.ly/33ZRQ0P ⚽️ Player Interviews – http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n 📷 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ 🐦 Twitter – https://twitter.com/londonbluepod 📰 Newsletter – https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ 🍎 Apple Podcasts – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565?mt=2 🟢 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5I0NZIy6hdFWj6oRtpL8qI Brandon: https://twitter.com/bbbusbee Dan: https://twitter.com/dandormer Nick: https://twitter.com/nickverlaney 📧 Email us at [email protected] Audio Edited by Jorel Corpus (jorelcorp.us) Until next time Chelsea fans, keep the Blue flag flyin’ high! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Against Chelsea, the France playmaker produced another two assists, taking him to 10 for the season

Tyler Adams made his return to the Bournemouth squad on Saturday, helping the Cherries throw another wrench into the Premier League title race. Adams came off the bench and played 20 minutes as Andoni Iraola’s men shocked league-leading Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium. It marked the U.S. men’s national team midfielder’s first appearance since ... Read more

Cristiano Ronaldo found the back of the net once again, leading Al Nassr to a set a new record winning streak that boost the hopes of claiming the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League title. Cristiano Ronaldo continues to hit the ground running since returning from his hamstring injury, finding the net once again for Al Nassr as the club collected another three points in the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. In doing so, Al Nassr have broken a club record for consecutive wins, further fueling their title aspirations. On Saturday, Al Nassr traveled to Al Okhdood, a side currently sitting 17th and deep in the relegation zone. The scoring was opened in the 15th minute when Nawaf Boushal slipped the ball through to Cristiano Ronaldo, who burst into the box, broke the defensive line and slotted the ball into the back of the net. Joao Felix then put the game to bed with a second goal in the 47th minute to seal a comfortable 2-0 victory. That win over Al Okhdood gave Al Nassr their 14th consecutive Saudi Pro League victory, setting a new club record for the longest winning streak in the competition’s history. The previous mark of 13 straight wins had stood since the 2013-14 season, and with Ronaldo as the centerpiece, the bar has now been raised. The run began on January 17 with a 3-2 victory over Al Shabab, coming on the heels of a rough start to 2026 that had seen Al Nassr suffer three consecutive defeats. Since that turning point, the club has not dropped a single point in the SPL, scoring 39 goals and conceding just six across those 14 matches, showing marked improvement at both ends of the pitch. Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr reacts. Ronaldo missed four of those wins, two in February due to his boycott of the league and two more in March while sidelined with his hamstring injury. Still, across the 10 games in which he featured during the streak, the Portuguese legend made his presence felt with nine goals and one assist, a reminder that the transition from 40 to 41 years old has done little to diminish his impact. A streak that carries good omens for Al Nassr The three points against Al Okhdood did more than just extend the winning run; they also widened the gap between Al Nassr and their closest rivals. Ronaldo’s side now sits atop the SPL with 73 points from 28 games, five clear of second-placed Al Hilal, and the historical parallel is hard to ignore. In the 2013-14 season, that previous record streak of 13 wins ran from Matchday 10, when Al Nassr beat Al Hilal 2-1, through to Matchday 22 and a 2-1 victory over Al Ettifaq. Crucially, the last time Al Nassr put together such a dominant winning run, they went on to lift the Saudi Pro League title, a fact that will not be lost on Ronaldo and his teammates as they chase their first league crown since the 2018-19 season. Al Nassr still far from the all-time SPL record Six games remain in the 2025-26 SPL campaign, and while Al Nassr will be looking to keep the streak alive, even a perfect run to the finish line would still leave them well short of the all-time record. That benchmark belongs to Al Hilal, who put together a staggering 24 consecutive league victories during the 2023-24 season, a campaign they ultimately crowned with the title under the management of current Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus.

By: Isak Möller Rafael Leao was really upset by the jeers he received from the AC Milan fans after exiting the game against Udinese, according to a report. Leao didn’t exactly have the best evening, named as the flop by most newspapers and also by us, with basically nothing going his way. He struggled with his positioning as […] The post Sky: Leao ‘really upset’ and unlikely to use jeers from San Siro crowd as fuel appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Isak Möller It ended up being a very tough Saturday evening to swallow for AC Milan and the fans, as Udinese scored three goals and also clinched all three points. Milan headed into the clash with a willingness to bounce back from the Napoli defeat on Easter Monday. However, it’s possible that this was just the vibe […] The post AC Milan 0-3 Udinese: Five things we learned – Leao’s new low and UCL at risk appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Isak Möller This could be the final season for Rafael Leao with the AC Milan shirt, as pointed out by Luca Bianchin, with a sale more realistic now than it has ever been. Last night’s display against Udinese was the straw that broke the camel’s back for many. The No.10 not only struggled to find the back […] The post Bianchin: Answering four key questions about Leao – price tag, next club and more appeared first on SempreMilan.

Mikel Arteta has been told to take a leaf out of Arne Slot’s book by trusting his teenage wonderkid to fix Arsenal’s nervousness problem. That is the opinion of Perry Groves, who believ…