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Juventus coach Thiago Motta insists his team must raise their level following the action-packed 4-4 draw against at San Siro. The thrilling contest was filled with twists and turns, but the Bianconeri were almost ready to raise the white flag while trailing by two goals in the second half with their hosts raising the siege towers. Nevertheless, Kenan Yildiz came …

Following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s season-ending knee injury, Barcelona roped in Wojciech Szczesny as an emergency replacement until the end of the season. However, at the same time, Barça sporting director Deco has already begun the search for a long-term replacement for the German veteran shot-stopper for the summer of 2025. To that end, the name of FC Porto and Portugal …

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick appears to have blind trust in Frenkie de Jong, according to recent insights from Sergi Capdevilla in SPORT.  Despite Barcelona’s competitive midfield, where numerous players vie for limited starting spots, Flick sees de Jong as an essential piece. His faith in the Dutch midfielder remains unshaken, even as returning talents push to make their mark. When …

Match report – Player ratings – Arteta reaction – Video Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool felt very much like a microcosm of Arsenal’s season so far: Some optimism, more Bukayo brilliance, a set-back, impressive resilience, more injury issues, a smattering of officiating controversy, and a result which isn’t necessarily bad but one which is tinged with disappointment because it might/should …

Eddie Howe has commended his team’s ‘brave performance’ in a defeat to Chelsea, suggesting it was a ‘high level game’ that was decided by moments before offering an update on Anthony Gordon’s fitness. Newcastle were let down at both ends of the pitch at Stamford Bridge. We started slowly and were soon punished, Nick Pope should’ve done better for Chelsea’s …

While Barcelona have been seemingly flawless all season, one particular aspect that was given much slack by fans in recent weeks was the goalkeeping choice of Hansi Flick. The arrival of Wojciech Szczesny, many felt, should have automatically disqualified Inaki Pena from the lineup as the Polish goalkeeper was a more renowned name in the world of football. Flick, however, …

Barcelona’s victory in the recent El Clasico against Real Madrid sparked scenes of celebration, capturing the passion and unity among the players and coaching staff.  Among the memorable images that emerged, one particularly stood out: Marc Casado sharing an emotional moment with manager Hansi Flick.  Casado, who had just been substituted around the 65th minute with Barça comfortably leading 2-0, …

Arturo Vidal’s time at Barcelona may have been short, lasting just two seasons, but he certainly left his mark.  In his two-year stint, Vidal played over 90 matches for the Catalan club. The Chilean midfielder joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich during the 2018/19 season.  However, by the end of the 2019/20 season, he departed for Inter Milan in a modest …

Barcelona delivered a commanding performance against Real Madrid, cruising to a 4-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday.  This resounding win pushes Barcelona six points ahead in La Liga, solidifying their lead and marking an unforgettable moment in the season. Now, despite Lionel Messi’s departure from Camp Nou over three years ago, his connection to Barcelona remains as strong …

October 27 – After an October international match window that saw 126 competitive matches and 17 friendlies played, Argentina remain top of the world rankings,but France and Spain are closing in on them. The top 10 saw no change with the top six holding their positions. Portugal (7th, up 1) and Italy (9th, up 1) are the only climbers in …