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Real Sociedad claimed Copa del Rey glory, with goalkeeper Unai Marrero the hero as they defeated Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties. Marrero denied Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez in the shootout following an entertaining 2-2 draw at La Cartuja, where Pablo Marin scored the decisive spot-kick. La Real made a flying start to regulation time. […] The post Atletico Madrid 2-2 Real Sociedad (aet, 3-4 pens): Marrero the hero as Simeone´s side pay the penalt appeared first on Soccer News.

Atletico Madrid saw their chances of a first Copa del Rey title in 13 years go up in smoke on Saturday, as they lost to Real Sociedad in this season’s final. Los Colchoneros twice came from behind to force extra time, but they were defeated 4-3 on penalties. As per Marca, head coach Diego Simeone […] The post “The fans need wins, not messages” – Diego Simeone reacts after Atletico Madrid lose Copa del Rey final appeared first on Football España.

Atletico Madrid have responded well to twice going behind in the Copa del Rey final, and they have levelled late on against Real Sociedad at La Cartuja. It was the start of dreams for La Real, as Ander Barrenetxea headed them in front after 15 seconds, which was the fastest goal in Copa del Rey […] The post WATCH: Stunning Julian Alvarez strike sends Copa del Rey final to extra time appeared first on Football España.

La Real Sociedad torna a vincere la Coppa del Re cinque anni dopo l'ultima volta: decisivi i rigori al termine di 120 minuti emozionanti.

The deadlock has been broken inside the opening 15 seconds of the Copa del Rey final, and it is Atletico Madrid that have fallen behind at La Cartuja, with Real Sociedad scoring a record-breaking goal to hit the front. When these two teams met in La Liga last month, a match won 3-2 by Atleti […] The post WATCH: Real Sociedad score fastest ever Copa del Rey final goal to lead Atletico Madrid after 15 seconds appeared first on Football España.

As Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad prepare for Copa del Rey final that will go down in history for one of them, here’s your guide to what to look out for. How did they get here? Atletico Madrid Los Colchoneros are always one of the favourites for the competition, but the truth is it has […] The post Atletico Madrid-Real Sociedad: Where will the Copa del Rey final be won and lost? appeared first on Football España.

Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad will face off in the Copa del Rey final at 21:00 CEST in La Cartuja in Seville, with both sides seeking their first silverware in five years. Los Colchoneros are back in the Copa final for the first time since they last won it in 2013, while La Real lifted […] The post Copa del Rey final Predicted Teams Atletico Madrid-Real Sociedad: Few changes for Diego Simeone appeared first on Football España.

Bianconeri molto attivi sul mercato dei centrocampisti.

The Spanish club's manager is hoping for success in the Copa del Rey final against Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid

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If he renews his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, Luis Enrique would move closer to becoming one of the highest-paid coaches in the world. Paris Saint-Germain’s success in recent years has been driven in part by Luis Enrique, who led the French side to the top of European soccer for the first time in their history. Now, his contract extension has become a top priority for the club, with a significant salary increase on the table. “The new agreement would not only extend his stay, but also include a major salary increase. The Parisian club are willing to make Luis Enrique one of the highest-paid coaches in the world,” reported Sport this week. Reports indicate that PSG are willing to nearly double the Spanish coach’s salary. He currently earns around €11 million gross per year, while the new deal could see that figure rise to €20 million—approximately $23.6 million annually. That potential raise highlights Luis Enrique’s importance to PSG, who under his leadership have won 11 titles in two and a half years, while also aiming to repeat that success in Ligue 1 and the UEFA Champions League this season. Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is the highest-paid coach in the world. Where would Luis Enrique rank among the highest-paid coaches in the world? If reports of negotiations between PSG and Luis Enrique materialize and he agrees to a new deal worth around $23.6 million gross per year, the coach would climb to fourth place in the global rankings. At present, he sits in a respectable seventh position. However, his current salary of roughly $13 million per year places him well behind the top earners. The highest-paid coach in the world right now is Diego Simeone, who earns around $35 million per year at Atletico Madrid. Next is Al Hilal’s Simone Inzaghi, who left Inter Milan last year to take up a lucrative deal worth approximately $34.3 million in the Saudi Pro League. Rounding out the top three is Pep Guardiola, who earns about $28 million at Manchester City. The current ranking of the highest-paid coaches in the world: 1- Diego Simeone – Atletico Madrid – $35 million 2- Simone Inzaghi – Al Hilal – $34.3 million 3- Pep Guardiola – Manchester City – $28 million 4- Mikel Arteta – Arsenal – $21.1 million 5- David Moyes – Everton – $16.9 million 6- Jorge Jesus – Al Nassr – $14.1 million 7- Luis Enrique – PSG – $13 million 8- Matthias Jaissle – Al Ahli – $13 million 9- Carlo Ancelotti – Brazil – $11.3 million 10- Unai Emery – Aston Villa – $11.2 million

Diego Simeone believes Atletico Madrid have evolved since their last Copa del Rey final, but insisted their quest to win trophies has not changed. Atleti will play their 20th Copa del Rey final in their history, and Simeone his second as a manager, 13 years after his first (when he won against Real Madrid at […] The post Simeone: Atletico have evolved since last Copa del Rey final in 2013 appeared first on Soccer News.

SEVILLE, Spain, April 17 - Atletico Madrid stand on the brink of a revival season under Diego Simeone, with Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad offering the chance to end a five-year wait for silverware and perhaps signal something even bigger.

Real Sociedad manager Pellegrino Matarazzo cut a confident figure ahead of his side’s Copa del Rey final on Saturday with Atletico Madrid. La Real are hoping to lift the trophy for a second time in five years after doing so in 2021, but have been a surprise package in the second half of the season. […] The post ‘We’re very excited, we need release tension in the right way’ – Real Sociedad manager Pellegrino Matarazzo appeared first on Football España.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has declared that the toughest part of the Copa del Rey final will be the mental battle, as his side prepare to face Real Sociedad. He also confirmed that a key player will return to action on Saturday night. It has been 13 years since Atletico appeared in a Copa […] The post Diego Simeone confirms return of key player for Atletico Madrid – ‘The toughest match is inside the head’ appeared first on Football España.

Barcelona are looking to bring in a centre-forward this summer, and for some time it has been reported that their preferred choice for the number nine spot is Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. For some time, Los Colchoneros have been adamant that he is not for sale, but now it seems the Catalan side have […] The post Barcelona interested in shock move for second Atletico Madrid forward appeared first on Football España.

Rush finale della stagione 2025/26, ci siamo. Un mese, qualcosina di più, e i verdetti della stagione saranno tutti emessi. Se da una parte l'Inter sembra avviarsi verso il suo 21esimo Scudetto e Pisa e Verona appaiono condannate alla retrocessione, restano da assegnare i piazzamenti europei e il terzo slot della discesa verso la Serie B. Queste ultime sei partite saranno decisive per questi traguardi e per tutti quei giocatori, nelle rose delle 20 squadre di Serie A, che sono stati finora protagonisti di stagioni negative per un motivo o per l'altro, e ora vanno in cerca di un finale di stagione al top per rilanciarsi. Facciamo una panoramica. INTER Bastoni MILAN Pulisic Leao Nkunku JUVENTUS David Openda Koopmeiners LAZIO Zaccagni FIORENTINA Kean ATALANTA Chi deve provare ad emergere in casa Dea è ancora Lazar Samardzic. Un buon avvio con Juric, poi è scivolato nelle gerarchie anche dopo la partenza di Lookman e ha fallito occasioni importanti come quella contro l'Inter nella sconfitta 0-1 della New Balance Arena. Il serbo non è nuovo a sirene di mercato, che con buoni ingressi in campo e dei colpi dei suoi in Coppa Italia, dove l'Atalanta è in semifinale contro la Lazio, possono indirizzare in un verso o nell'altro il suo futuro. BOLOGNA Come non menzionare Orsolini? L'esterno offensivo, strepitoso da anni, ha attraversato mesi di profonda crisi senza riuscire ad incidere come al suo solito, senza essere pericoloso "dalla sua mattonella" per usare le parole del tecnico Vincenzo Italiano. Ora che il Bologna è uscito dall'Europa League, Orso potrà investire tutte le proprie energie nell'ultima parte del campionato. CAGLIARI Qui non si tratta tanto di brutte prestazioni, quanto di sfortuna: il Gallo Andrea Belotti è appena tornato dopo la rottura del crociato patita in autunno e ha 6 partite per ricominciare a segnare come aveva iniziato a fare nella sua nuova vita cagliaritana. COMO Facile: Alvaro Morata, arrivato come ariete del sogno europeo della banda di Fabregas e ben presto scavalcato da Anastasios Douvikas nelle gerarchie. Il greco ha messo a segno 11 reti, 11 in più di quelle dello spagnolo ex Juve e Milan in campionato. L'unica gioia è arrivata in Coppa Italia, con la rete segnata nella vittoria sulla Fiorentina agli ottavi, nel finale. Morata riuscirà a segnare almeno una volta in questa Serie A? CREMONESE Nella grande depressione calcistica vissuta dalla Cremonese da dicembre in poi ci sentiamo di indicare in Federico Baschirotto il giocatore che più ha bisogno di ritrovarsi: tra il crollo del reparto che gli fa capo, la difesa, e alcuni problemi fisici che ne hanno limitato il 2026, il finale di stagione gli impone l'ingrato compito di cercare di estromettere dalla Serie A la sua ex squadra, il Lecce. FIORENTINA Non è stata proprio la stagione di Moise Kean, soprattutto se rapportata alla scorsa da 25 reti in tutte le competizioni. Un problema fastidiosissimo alla tibia, tante occasioni sbagliate nella prima disastrosa parte di stagione, più la delusione di Zenica con la maglia della Nazionale. Non è riuscito a dare il proprio apporto nei quarti di finale di Conference League, persi contro il Crystal Palace, e non dovrebbe farcela nemmeno per la prossima di campionato contro il Lecce. Il futuro è un'incognita, dato che ora come ora è difficile immaginare che qualcuno possa attivare la clausola rescissoria da 62 milioni di euro presente nel suo contratto e valida dal 1 al 15 luglio... GENOA Le grandi delusioni del Genoa, Stanciu, Gronbaek e Carboni, hanno tutte cambiato squadra. Possiamo allora indicare Aaron Martin, che rispetto all'anno scorso ha sfornato meno assist e, anche a causa dello stallo sul rinnovo di contratto, è stato spesso relegato in panchina da Ellertsson. Il rigore sbagliato contro la Juventus pesa, ma dal suo piede continuano ad arrivare traiettorie invitanti per la testa di Ostigard e Vasquez. Altri assist all'orizzonte da qui a fine maggio? INTER Il giocatore forse più chiacchierato delle ultime settimane è stato Alessandro Bastoni: prima la simulazione su Kalulu in Inter-Juventus, poi l'espulsione in Bosnia-Italia e tutt'attorno l'interesse del Barcellona che lo vorrebbe per la propria linea arretrata. Il finale di campionato, a partire da dopo il Cagliari visto che il tecnico Chivu ne ha annunciato l'assenza, 5 partite per chiudere al meglio possibile prima di prendere quella che potrebbe essere la decisione più difficile ed importante della sua carriera. JUVENTUS Torniamo sugli attaccanti: Jonathan David, a differenza di Lois Openda, ha deluso ma non è stato ancora definitivamente bocciato. Ha dato qualche cenno di pericolosità qua e là nel corso della stagione, ma Spalletti è arrivato a preferirgli il falso nove in assenza di Vlahovic. Per arrivare nelle migliori condizioni al Mondiale casalingo col Canada, all'ex Lille serve qualche iniezione di fiducia nell'ultimo segmento di annata. LAZIO Che è successo a Mattia Zaccagni? Non è che alla Lazio si possa imputare molto, visto che prima il mercato era bloccato e poi la squadra è stata rivoluzionata, ma l'ex Verona doveva essere una delle poche certezze almeno a livello di contributo ai goal ed è successo tutto l'opposto. Tanto volume di gioco, pochissimi guizzi sotto porta e, nel 2026, anche un infortunio. Riuscirà a chiudere in crescendo il suo anno più complicato fin qui in biancoceleste? LECCE E' appena tornato a disposizione per il finale di stagione Francesco Camarda, che il Milan aveva scelto di prestare al Lecce per la prima annata in Serie A. Un goal al Bologna nel 2-2 del girone di andata, poi un brutto infortunio alla spalla che ha convinto i salentini a rifugiarsi in Cheddira dal Sassuolo come alternativa a Stulic. Di Francesco avrà bisogno anche del suo aiuto, magari negli spezzoni finali, per trovare i goal salvezza. MILAN Con Pulisic è una bella lotta, ma forse Rafael Leao è quello che ha deluso di più a livello di continuità nell'anno che doveva essere quello della sua consacrazione definitiva nel ruolo di attaccante cucitogli addosso da Allegri. Anche lui, come il grande amico Kean, deve la sua stagione altalenante anche a dei problemi fisici di varia natura che hanno compromesso soprattutto la preparazione fisica. Per questo il 10 rossonero cerca riscatto nelle ultime partite prima di un Mondiale che vede il suo Portogallo tra le favorite. NAPOLI Errori, infortuni, esclusioni importanti: l'azzurro non è il colore di Alessandro Buongiorno nel 2025/26. Il pilastro dello Scudetto dell'anno scorso assieme a Rrahmani è stato spesso fuori causa, e quando ha giocato è apparso una versione meno dominante di quello che abbiamo imparato a conoscere a Torino. E anche la difesa della Nazionale ha dovuto farne a meno, data la stagione negativa in corso. PARMA Gaetano Oristanio si è fermato nella sua crescita, dopo un anno tutto sommato positivo al Venezia. Problemi fisici all'inizio, tanta panchina poi, l'arrivo di Strefezza ha definitivamente consolidato la coppia offensiva con Pellegrino. Oristanio cerca il rilancio, e come lui Ondrejka in un momento in cui il Parma è relativamente sicuro di rimanere in Serie A. PISA Una delle poche delusioni tra i giocatori arrivati a gennaio: Rafiu Durosinmi doveva essere l'alfiere della rincorsa salvezza del Pisa, ma si è fermato alla rete all'Atalanta la sera del suo esordio con i colori nerazzurri. L'espulsione contro il Cagliari è stato il punto più basso, nelle ultime partite, dato che la Serie B è vicina ad essere matematica, ci sarà modo di chiudere meglio la sua parentesi pisana. ROMA Per i giallorossi possiamo scegliere Matias Soulé: bene nella prima parte di stagione, come Pulisic del Milan, poi il calo con noie fisiche e riduzione di minutaggio e impatto sui risultati della Roma, che infatti sono andati in flessione. Recentemente è tornato ad essere titolare e Gasperini si aspetta i rifornimenti giusti per Malen. SASSUOLO Poche le delusioni in un Sassuolo che si è salvato con grande agio e veleggia in questo finale di stagione. Forse, vista anche la prima buona annata da protagonista al Verona, da Josh Doig ci si poteva attendere di più, e in effetti nella seconda parte di stagione lo scozzese ha perso il posto da titolare a vantaggio di Ulisses Garcia. Può sperare nelle rotazioni da qui in avanti, anche per rilanciarsi in vista della prossima stagione. TORINO E' Duvan Zapata il giocatore che ha più voglia di lanciare verso l'alto il proprio rendimento in casa Toro. Con D'Aversa la squadra si è portata al sicuro dopo una prima parte di stagione pericolante che ha portato all'esonero di Baroni, ma la punta numero uno è stata Simeone. Il capitano qualche goal l'ha trovato, ma ha bisogno di ritrovarsi dopo il terribile infortunio dell'autunno 2024 che lo ha tenuto fermo quasi un anno. UDINESE Difficile trovare un giocatore che abbia reso meno del previsto nella bella stagione dell'Udinese, ma se vogliamo possiamo aspettarci qualcosa dal 9 di riserva, Adam Buksa, ora che Davis è di nuovo infortunato. Inizialmente Runjaic preferisce Zaniolo con Atta ed Ekkelenkamp a supporto, ma senza l'inglese il polacco potrà mettere assieme più minuti. VERONA Qui c'è l'imbarazzo della scelta. Uno che ha veramente reso al di sotto delle aspettative è Amin Sarr, che ha perso il posto prima a vantaggio di Giovane e poi di Bowie da gennaio in poi. Come per il Pisa, il Verona è ormai spacciato, e quindi Sammarco dovrà rendersi conto di quali giocatori potranno essere disponibili anche nella prossima stagione in cadetteria.

Johnny Cardoso will seek his first trophy lift as an Atletico Madrid player on Saturday. Cardoso and his Atletico Madrid teammates will take on Pellegrino Matarazzo‘s Real Sociedad squad in the Copa Del Rey Final in Seville. Atletico Madrid have hit a worrying run in La Liga play but remain alive for a first trophy ... Read more

Manchester United’s midfield has been crying out for a massive structural reset for quite some time now. With the legendary Casemiro officially confirming he will be packing his bags when his contract expires at the end of June, the desperate search for his long-term successor has started. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE […] The post Man United join Premier League rivals Arsenal in race for in-demand Brazilian appeared first on CaughtOffside.

James Gregg is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Rafa Honigstein on this week’s Euro Leagues. The team reflect on all the Champions League quarter-final action, including the seven-goal thriller which saw Bayern knock out Real Madrid. Do Kompany’s Bayern team have any weaknesses and if so, could it be Manual Neuer? And should Alvaro Arbeloa be worried at Real Madrid? Could he survive a trophyless season? Then, the team discuss Atletico Madrid knocking out Barcelona! Is Simeone destined to win his and Atleti’s first Champions League? And how might they cause Arsenal problems in the semi-final? We hear all about the first woman to manage a men’s side in Europe’s Top 5 Leagues – Marie-Louise Eta has taken over at Union Berlin until the end of the season. And finally, Ashley Cole tells BBC Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella all about his start to life at Serie B side Cesena, and why he made the move to Italy for his first head coach role. Timecodes: 02:08 Bayern’s brilliant attackers, & is Neuer a weak point? 12:34 Real Madrid going trophyless, & will Arbeloa survive? 23:12 Barca knocked out by Atletico Madrid to set up Arsenal semi 33:03 Union Berlin appoint first-ever female head coach in Top 5 Leagues 40:10 Ashley Cole speaks about taking over Serie B’s Cesena

Le ultime dai campi con le scelte degli allenatori delle 20 squadre a meno 6 gare dalla fine.

Jimbo sits down with Duncan Alexander, Mark Carey and JJ Bull to discuss a bonkers night of Champions League football in Munich, and a not-so-bonkers evening in North London. Both Arsenal and Bayern are through to the semi-finals of the Champions League. The Bavarians playing out a 4-3 thriller with Real Madrid, winning the tie 6-4 on aggregate to set up a semi-final against PSG. Will that tie be the real final? It’s not a thrill-fest for Arsenal, but a 0-0 draw with Sporting CP means they’re through 1-0 on aggregate. Get ready for Arteta v Simeone! The Gunners will play Atletico Madrid in two weeks. Next for them is Manchester City in the Premier League. Will Pep Guardiola’s side be licking their lips at this one? Will Roberto De Zerbi get his first Spurs win against his old club Brighton? Plus, there’s the small matter of Chelsea v Man Utd AND the first ever Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson between Everton and Liverpool. Listen to the audio version of the Totally Football Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or by following this link: https://podfollow.com/totallyfootballshow 00:00 Bayern 4-3 Real Madrid 25:55 Arsenal 0-0 Sporting 33:01 TFS Special Guest and JJ's National Anthem 35:28 Premier League fixtures 37:02 Man City v Arsenal 43:48 Everton v Liverpool & Chelsea v Man Utd 47:51 Relegation battle Get in touch with the show: Email: [email protected] X: @thetotallyshow Instagram: @totallyfootballshow TikTok: @thetotallyshow BlueSky: ‪@totallyshow.bsky.social‬ The Totally Football Show is with you four times a week this season, giving you all the football news you need to know - and plenty that you don't. We've got views, stats and analysis from the very best football writers around. It's smart, it's funny, and it's totally free – so listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thumbnail: Carl Recine, Michael Regan / Getty, Adrian Dennis / Contributor Credit: Catherine Ivill / Getty #championsleague #premierleague #arsenal #mancity

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has said that he is not concerned about his future at the club beyond the summer. He is expected to be in charge at the Santiago Bernabeu until the end of the season, yet with it looking likely that Real Madrid will finish the season without silverware, the expectation is […] The post Alvaro Arbeloa addresses Real Madrid future – ‘I’m not worried about it at all’ appeared first on Football España.

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Verdict: Both teams to score Best Odds: 19/20 Bookmaker: Luckster With the 2026 Copa del Rey trophy up for grabs on Saturday night, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad will meet at the Estadio de La Cartuja. Atletico Madrid Starting with Atletico Madrid, while Diego Simeone’s men might have eventually fallen to a second-leg 2-1 loss […] The post Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts appeared first on Soccer News.

Jimbo sits down with Duncan Alexander, Mark Carey and JJ Bull to discuss a bonkers night of Champions League football in Munich, and a not-so-bonkers evening in North London. Both Arsenal and Bayern are through to the semi-finals of the Champions League. The Bavarians playing out a 4-3 thriller with Real Madrid, winning the tie 6-4 on aggregate to set up a semi-final against PSG. Will that tie be the real final? It’s not a thrill-fest for Arsenal, but a 0-0 draw with Sporting CP means they’re through 1-0 on aggregate. Get ready for Arteta v Simeone! The Gunners will play Atletico Madrid in two weeks. Next for them is Manchester City in the Premier League. Will Pep Guardiola’s side be licking their lips at this one? Will Roberto De Zerbi get his first Spurs win against his old club Brighton? Plus, there’s the small matter of Chelsea v Man Utd AND the first ever Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson between Everton and Liverpool. Produced by Charlie Jones and Xavi Bird. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Run through of results (3 mins) • PART 2: Bayern 4-3 Real Madrid (9 mins) • PART 3: Arsenal 0-0 Sporting (32 mins) • PART 4a: Premier League fixtures (46 mins) • PART 4b: Man City v Arsenal (48 mins) • PART 4c: Everton v Liverpool & Chelsea v Man Utd (55 mins) • PART 5: Relegation battle (59 mins) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has dismissed the idea of a move to Real Madrid this summer. The former Real Sociedad star was heavily linked to Los Blancos in the second half of last season, but had agreed a move to the Emirates. While Zubimendi completed a €70m move to Arsenal, Real Madrid did not bring […] The post Arsenal star Martin Zubimendi on Real Madrid move: “I think the moment has passed” appeared first on Football España.

Beware, Gunners!

He spoke shortly after the Gunners' progression into the semi-finals.

Match report – Player ratings – Arteta reaction Arsenal are through the semi-finals of the Champions League for the second year running, for the first time in the club’s history, which is something to celebrate. And yet this morning I have this strange sensation of underwhelmed happiness. I can’t think of a better way to […] The post Arsenal 0-0 Sporting: Gunners lean into their real strength to make the Champions League semis appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

Atletico Madrid’s progress against Barcelona in the Champions League, their evolution under Diego Simeone and what the future holds for departing AFC Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey. Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/qKkNm2fb Denis Doyle / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images 00:00 - An intro 08:50 - Atletico Madrid knock out Barcelona 19:30 - Atletico's evolution & Kaya’s quotes 27:08 - CL permutations without full knowledge of results 32:10 - strongest CL winning narrative? 37:28 - a break 37:30 - THE RONDO 45:10 - Andoni Iraola will leave AFC Bournemouth 53:18 - Where should Iraola go next? 1:04:17 - a recent media acquisition 1:18:18 - should football games be shorter? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal and Sporting CP are clashing at the Emirates Stadium for the UEFA Champions League, a must-watch game alongside our liveblog coverage. Arsenal hosted Sporting CP on Wednesday, April 15, for the second leg of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League quarterfinals at Emirates Stadium. Following a scoreless draw, the Gunners maintained their aggregate advantage from the first leg to secure a spot in the semifinals for the second consecutive season. The Gunners returned home holding a 1-0 aggregate lead established at José Alvalade Stadium, courtesy of Kai Havertz’s dramatic last-minute winner. Aware of their slim cushion, the hosts adopted a disciplined approach, conceding just one shot on target to a Sporting CP side that proved unable to crack Arsenal’s defensive shape. With the result, an unbeaten Arsenal side has reached the Champions League semifinals in back-to-back seasons for the first time in club history. They now advance to face Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid, an opponent they already dismantled earlier this season with a dominant 4-0 victory during the league phase at the Emirates.

L'esterno sta facendo bene all'Atletico Madrid ma non era stato convocato da Gattuso per la gara con la Bosnia

With a narrow 1-0 win in the first leg against Sporting CP, Arsenal are on the verge of securing the ticket to the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League semifinals. Arsenal host Sporting CP at the Emirates Stadium this Wednesday, looking to punch their ticket to the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League semifinals. Coming off a crucial first-leg victory, the Gunners have several paths to the next round as they look to navigate this quarterfinal clash. In a thrilling opening leg at the Jose Alvalade Stadium, David Raya emerged as the hero for Arsenal, with the Spanish goalkeeper forced into a string of high-caliber saves to keep Sporting at bay. In the dying moments of the match, Gabriel Martinelli perfectly picked out Kai Havertz, who slotted home the only goal of the series to give the Gunners the advantage heading into the home leg. Despite the first-leg win, a 2-1 weekend stumble against Bournemouth has dented Arsenal’s momentum, and Mikel Arteta must now navigate several key absences for the return leg. Conversely, Sporting CP head to London buoyed by a 1-0 away win against Estrela Amadora in Liga Portugal, a result that could serve as a confidence booster for this afternoon’s high-stakes tilt. How an Arsenal win affects the UEFA Champions League bracket A victory against Sporting CP would propel Arsenal into the Champions League semifinals, marking the club’s first appearance at that stage since the 2008-09 season, when they were ousted by Manchester United. William Saliba of Arsenal celebrates after the team’s victory over Sporting CP. In the semifinals, Arsenal would move on to face Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid, a side they have already dismantled in this year’s competition. During the league phase, the Gunners secured a dominant 4-0 win at the Emirates, a result that stands as a promising omen for their hopes of maintaining an unbeaten run. How an Arsenal draw affects the UEFA Champions League bracket Should Arsenal play to a draw against Sporting CP at the Emirates, the Gunners would still advance to the next round regardless of the scoreline. Thanks to the 1-0 advantage secured in Lisbon, a stalemate would be insufficient for the Leoes to overturn the deficit. How an Arsenal defeat affects the UEFA Champions League bracket If Sporting manage to pull off an upset on Wednesday, the fallout will depend entirely on the margin of victory. A one-goal defeat for the Gunners would send the match into extra time, with a penalty shootout looming if the aggregate score remains deadlocked after 120 minutes. However, if Arsenal are beaten by two or more goals on home soil, Sporting CP would complete the comeback and advance to the semifinals. Such a result would deal the Gunners their first (and final) defeat of the current Champions League campaign.

The loudest match of April will start before kick-off. It will start in the voice note, the clipped highlight and the screenshot of a heat map dropped into a group chat before lunch. As the Champions League quarter-finals approach, African stars are again at the forefront of the conversation. Mohamed Salah carries the emotion of […] The post Before the Whistle: How African Football Debate Shapes Europe’s Big Nights appeared first on Fan Banter.

Diego Simeone tells Italy legends Alessandro Del Piero and Alessandro Costacurta that Atletico Madrid have...

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! While Barcelona’s night at the Metropolitano was pretty well summed up by the accompanying image of poor Fermín López shipping six studs in the mush, Lamine Yamal’s cross in the buildup should be framed and hung in the Louvre. Using a minimum of backlift, the preposterously precocious 18-year-old had arced the ball directly into the path of the midfielder with the outside of his left boot, only for López to be denied by a splendid Juan Musso save that left the already bandaged Barça midfielder drenched in claret. Had López scored, Barcelona would have gone 3-0 up on the night and ahead in the tie, having already restored parity courtesy of goals scored by Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres in a blistering and blood-drenched opening 30 minutes. Moments later, Charlton Athletic academy graduate Ademola Lookman scored the decisive goal that sent Atlético Madrid into Bigger Cup semi-finals, much to the not entirely surprising delight of their head coach Diego Simeone. “Playing in a [Bigger Cup] semi-final, how wonderful,” he honked before an appointment with Arsenal or Sporting. “We’ll go there with all our enthusiasm and faith. We know our strengths and weaknesses. We’re ready.”

Jimbo is joined by Charlie Eccleshare, Colin Millar & Liam Tharme in the Totally studios to discuss Tuesday night's Champions League quarter-finals. No remontée at Anfield for Liverpool who lose 2-0 to PSG courtesy of two Dembele goals to make it 4-0 on aggregate and book their place in the semis. What next for Liverpool and Slot? In Madrid, Barca run Atleti close winning 2-1 on the night but losing 3-2 on aggregate meaning Simeone's side are through and will face Arsenal or Sporting in the last 4. Plus a historic win at Old Trafford for Leeds and where is Iraola off to? Produced by Charlie Jones and Jesse Howard. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Totally Pickleball Show (0.40) • PART 1b: Liverpool 0-2 PSG (08.50) • PART 2: Atleti 1-2 Barca (24.20) • PART 3a: Man Utd 1-2 Leeds (33.20) • PART 3b: Iraola is off (44.10) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has told the press that his side showed personality in order to be able to get back into the game against Barcelona, having gone two goals down in the first half. Ademola Lookman’s goal put Los Colchoneros back in front on aggregate, and they won out 3-2 eventually. Simeone was […] The post Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone – ‘We attack better than we defend, goals are the difference’ appeared first on Football España.

It’s no secret that focusing on just one competition can be beneficial to a team when it comes to the cut-throat run-in to any given season. That’s simply common sense. Fewer games mean star players can sit out games of lesser importance in order to be in tip-top condition for those that matter. Never has […] The post Can Atletico Madrid Follow in the Footsteps of These Two Teams That Famously Solely Focused on the Champions League? appeared first on CaughtOffside.

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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.

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

Il talento brasiliano del Barcellona ironizza contro i tifosi dell’Atletico Madrid dopo il ko della sua squadra in Champions e poi attacca in zona mista: “Partita rubata”.