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Barcelona superstar joins esteemed company with stunning El Clasico performance

Barcelona superstar joins esteemed company with stunning El Clasico performance

Barcelona superstar Robert Lewandowski had been waiting to open his goalscoring account against Real Madrid in La Liga, and this past Saturday at the Santiago Bernabeu, he did it in spectacular fashion. Indeed, the veteran striker netted a brace in just over two minutes in the second half, turning the El Clasico decisively in Barcelona’s favour. The 36-year-old Polish marksman …

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Renard returns to Saudi Arabia after Mancini’s costly departure

Renard returns to Saudi Arabia after Mancini’s costly departure

In a surprise move, Herve Renard has been reappointed as head coach of Saudi Arabia following the exit of Italian coach Roberto Mancini. The Saudi Football Federation confirmed the return of Renard, who previously led the team from 2019 to 2023. Renard is a well-regarded figure within Saudi soccer and he brings renewed hopes for the kingdom’s national team. Especially …

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MLS mourns tragic passing of Union goalkeeper Holden Trent

MLS mourns tragic passing of Union goalkeeper Holden Trent

The world of MLS was struck with profound sadness as news emerged of the sudden passing of Holden Trent, a promising 25-year-old goalkeeper with the Philadelphia Union. Fans, teammates, and loved ones are in shock and grieving the loss of an exceptional talent and beloved man; Trent held immense skill, dedication, and a promising future in professional soccer. The Philadelphia …

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Vinicius Jr. speaks out in support of Barcelona players following racism incident during Clasico

Vinicius Jr. speaks out in support of Barcelona players following racism incident during Clasico

Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr. has strongly condemned the racist abuse directed at Barcelona players during yesterday’s El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu. Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Ansu Fati of Barça were targeted with racist insults by a section of Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu last night as the Catalans secured a resounding 4-0 victory. Real Madrid, La Liga, …

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Ten Hag blames result on ‘injustice’ of ‘very poor’ penalty call

Ten Hag blames result on ‘injustice’ of ‘very poor’ penalty call

Manager Erik ten Hag said Manchester United were “far better” than West Ham and the victims of “very poor” refereeing after Jarrod Bowen’s 92nd-minute penalty consigned the visitors to a 2-1 defeat at London Stadium on Sunday. The 20-time champions are 14th courtesy of their fourth loss of their top-flight campaign, with Ten Hag incensed when David Coote consulted his …

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Man United penalty fury, Chelsea and Palace win before Arsenal vs Liverpool

Man United penalty fury, Chelsea and Palace win before Arsenal vs Liverpool

The remaining four games of the ninth round of Premier League fixtures of the season took place on Sunday, including three matches before Arsenal vs Liverpool in the late kick-off. Following their defeat at Liverpool last Sunday, Chelsea were aiming to return to winning ways when Newcastle visited Stamford Bridge. Tottenham were seeking a third consecutive victory in all competitions …

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