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Nations League quarter-finals

Italy will host Germany in the first leg of the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals at San Siro on Thursday, hoping to inch closer to a spot in the semi-finals.

UEFA Nations League holders Spain travel to De Kuip in Rotterdam to face the Netherlands in the first leg of their quarter-final tie on Thursday night.

Denmark and Portugal will aim to take a step closer to the UEFA Nations League semi-finals when they face off at Parken on Thursday.

Denmark and Portugal will aim to take a step closer to the UEFA Nations League semi-finals when they face off at Parken on Thursday.

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Nations League quarter-finals: Fixtures, dates & rules

The UEFA Nations League has been expanded for this edition, with a new quarter-final stage to be played over two legs on 20 and 23 March. Ties involve the League A group winners and runners-up, with the quarter-final victors advancing to June's finals in Germany or Italy

Elsewhere on 20 and 23 March there are League A/B play-offs and League B/C play-offs, while England are among the teams in action as European Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup get under way on 21 March.

Source: uefa.com
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Chelsea complete £62.5m double deal for Quenda and Essugo from Sporting

Chelsea have completed the double signing of Geovany Quenda and Dário Essugo from Sporting, agreeing a combined fee of around £62.5m for the pair

The Portuguese club announced the deals late on Wednesday night, confirming 17-year-old Quenda would join the Blues for just under £44m and Essugo for £18.5m.

Source: theguardian.com
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Lautaro Martinez injury more serious than first thought

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has left the Argentina squad after tests showed the muscular injury was far more serious than first thought

The striker had been expected to remain with the group with the hope of recovering in time for Wednesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Brazil, even if he was forced to miss the first fixture with Uruguay.

Source: football-italia.net
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Ryan Gravenberch leaves Netherlands squad with injury

Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has been forced to withdraw from the Netherlands squad for their two-legged UEFA Nations League quarterfinal with Spain, the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) said Wednesday

Gravenberch suffered an injury suffered in Liverpool's Carabao Cup final loss to Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.

Source: espn.com
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France’s Theo Hernandez trains seperately ahead of Croatia tie

France trained in Split on Wednesday ahead of tonight's UEFA Nations League quarter-final first leg against Croatia, however, they did so without Theo Hernandez (27)

The defender, as well as centre-back Dayot Upamecano (26) missed Tuesday’s session ahead of the journey to Croatia.

Source: getfootballnewsfrance.com
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Match of the day | Women

In 2014, Wolfsburg won their second title in Lisbon, where the final will again be held this season, but to get there they have to end Barcelona's hopes of a third title in a row (and fifth consecutive final). Wolfsburg did show their grit when recovering from losing their first two group games to make up a six-point gap on Roma. Barcelona themselves were beaten on Matchday 1 at Manchester City but were to score 26 goals in the five straight wins that clinched first place. (Source: Uefa.com)

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UWCL | Wolfsburg vs. Barcelona: Preview

Wolfsburg and Barcelona meet in their UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday evening at VfL Wolfsburg Arena.

The last occasion two-time champions Wolfsburg and holders Barcelona met was the dramatic 2023 final in Eindhoven, when the German side led at half-time only to lose 3-2, the winner scored by their former player Fridolina Rolfö.

Source: uefa.com
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UWCL: All-WSL affair in Europe as Man City face Chelsea in the quarter-finals

Chelsea have been nothing shy of dominant this season, with new manager Sonia Bompastor overseeing a seamless transition into a new era following Emma Hayes' departure last year. The Blues remain unbeaten in all competitions and their hopes of claiming a historic quadruple remain intact after they beat City in Saturday's Women's League Cup final. (Source: 90min.com)

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Eriksen expects to leave Man Utd this summer

Christian Eriksen expects to leave Manchester United this summer and does not anticipate signing for another Premier League club

The 33-year-old Denmark midfielder joined on a free transfer in July 2022.

Source: bbc.com
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Álvaro Morata regrets leaving Atlético Madrid

Álvaro Morata has admitted that he already regrets leaving Atlético Madrid last summer, saying he "should have thought about things more" and it's a decision he "wouldn't have taken" in hindsight

Morata left Atlético for AC Milan in July 2024 – after spending four seasons at the club, in two spells – but moved on again in January, joining Galatasaray on loan, after Milan coach Paulo Fonseca was replaced by Sérgio Conceição.

Source: espn.com
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UWCL | Man City vs. Chelsea: Preview

Manchester City and Chelsea meet in their UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday evening at Manchester City Academy Stadium

This tie comes in a run of four consecutive games between the pair as they first met on Saturday in the English Women's League Cup final in Derby – Chelsea winning 2-1 for their first trophy under Sonia Bompastor – and they will face each other again next Sunday in Manchester in the Women's Super League.

Source: uefa.com
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Courtois returns from Belgium exile and clears air with teammates

The Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said he had thrashed out the circumstances of his lengthy exile from the national side with teammates on his return and hoped the controversy over his almost two-year absence was settled

The 32-year-old has not played for Belgium since June 2023 when he walked out before a European Championship qualifier in Estonia, but after a change of coach he is back for this week’s Nations League playoffs against Ukraine.

Source: theguardian.com
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UWCL: Lyon take control at Bayern

Eight-time champions take control despite Grohs penalty save

Lyon are well placed to progress from a UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final for the 14th time in 16 attempts after a 2-0 victory at Bayern München.

Source: uefa.com
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Howe to be given Freedom of Newcastle after cup win

Eddie Howe will be awarded the freedom of the city following Newcastle United's historic Carabao Cup win

The manager led Newcastle to a 2-1 victory over Liverpool on Sunday, securing the club's first piece of major silverware since 1969.

Source: bbc.com
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Italy add Bellanova to squad for Germany quarter-final

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti has called up Atalanta winger Raoul Bellanova for the Nations League quarter-final against Germany, as Mattia Zaccagni and Andrea Cambiaso are carrying injuries

The first leg kicks off at San Siro on Thursday at 19.45 GMT, with the decider in Dortmund on Sunday evening.

Source: football-italia.net
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“One of us will win it” – Lamine Yamal on Barcelona Ballon d’Or battle

It has been a magnificent season for Barcelona up until this point, and it is the younger players that have taken over in Catalonia

Lamine Yamal has been one of the stars, but someone that has gone under the radar is Marc Casado, who is playing his first campaign in the first team at Can Barca.

Source: football-espana.net
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UWCL: Arsenal left stuck in mud as Real Madrid take control of quarter-final

Real Madrid stunned Arsenal at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano to take control of their Women’s Champions League quarter-final tie

Goals in either half from Linda Caicedo and Athenea del Castillo secured victory for the Spanish side in the first leg against Renée Slegers’s team.

Source: theguardian.com
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‘I am living my dream’ – Désiré Doué reacts to first France call-up after late arrival

Désiré Doué (19), after a difficult start to life at the Parc des Princes, is thriving at Paris Saint-Germain

The €50m arrival from Stade Rennais has become an influential member of Luis Enrique’s squad, either off the bench or from the start.

Source: getfootballnewsfrance.com
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Match of the day | Women

FC Bayern Women finished the group stage of the Champions League on 13 points to qualify for the quarter-finals. After remaining unbeaten in the first five games of the group stage, head coach Alexander Straus' side lost 3-2 to Arsenal on the final matchday despite a brace from Magdalena Eriksson and had to settle for second place. (Source: fcbayern.com)

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UWCL | Bayern Munich vs. Lyon: Preview

Bayern Munich and Lyon meet in the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday evening at FC Bayern Campus

These teams have previously met in a quarter-final, when the 2019/20 last eight onwards was reformatted into a one-venue tournament due to COVID and Lyon defeated Bayern 2-1 in Bilbao on their way to lifting the trophy for the fifth straight year and seventh overall.

Source: uefa.com
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UWCL: Arsenal face Real Madrid in the quarter-finals

Arsenal travel to the Spanish capital on Tuesday evening and take on Real Madrid in the first leg of their UWCL quarter-final tie.

The Gunners have developed into an efficient winning machine with Renee Slegers at the helm, with Jonas Eidevall's successor claiming 18 victories from 22 games. Their success hasn't been limited to domestic adventures either. (Source: 90min.com)

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UWCL | Real Madrid vs. Arsenal: Preview

Real Madrid and Arsenal meet in the UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday evening at Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano

Madrid reached the quarter-finals in their debut campaign in 2021/22, losing to Barcelona, and are now back after two consecutive group stage exits. Both of those were to Chelsea and Madrid began their group campaign this time with a third away loss in London, but then put together a four-game winning run against Celtic and Twente to progress.

Source: uefa.com
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Arsenal set to open new contract talks with Saka

Arsenal are set to open formal talks with Bukayo Saka over a new contract as the forward enters the final two years of his current deal

Saka has been unavailable since December after sustaining a serious hamstring tear in the victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park - an injury that eventually required surgery.

Source: bbc.com
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Messi left out of Argentina's next World Cup qualifiers

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been left out of Argentina's squad for their next two World Cup qualifiers

The 37-year-old returned to Miami's starting line-up for their Major League Soccer win over Atlanta United but reportedly picked up an injury during Sunday's game.

Source: bbc.com
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Myles Lewis-Skelly eager to repay faith as he joins first England training camp

Myles Lewis-Skelly says he is determined to continue repaying the faith Arsenal have placed in him after receiving a first England call-up which left him “shouting around my house” in delight

The 18-year-old left-back was included in Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad on Friday for the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.

Source: theguardian.com
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Roma dealt blow as Dybala hamstring injury confirmed

Paulo Dybala’s exams confirmed a hamstring injury, which, according to Italian media, will force the Argentinean to the sidelines for at least one month

The Argentinean striker remained on the pitch for just 12 minutes on Sunday during a 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Source: football-italia.net
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Wojciech Szczesny says decision on Barcelona future will come ‘soon’

Perhaps the most unlikely hero of Barcelona’s current title charge, Wojciech Szczesny has won over not only manager Hansi Flick, but many of the Blaugrana fanbase with his relaxed personality, humour, and a series of good performances

Despite a shaky start in 2025, the Polish veteran, who came out of retirement to join the club in October, is now the undisputed number one ahead of Inaki Pena.

Source: football-espana.net
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Man United season ticket prices to rise by around 5%

Manchester United have announced ticket price rises ahead of next season less than a week after unveiling plans to build a new £2 billion ($2.6 billion) stadium

United are set to increase the cost of season tickets by around 5%.

Source: espn.com
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Virgil van Dijk tells Liverpool ‘job is not done’ in Premier League

Virgil van Dijk has warned his Liverpool teammates they should not think winning the Premier League is a foregone conclusion after Champions League elimination and losing the Carabao Cup final

Liverpool are 12 points clear with nine matches remaining as they seek to win one trophy this season. They lost meekly 2-1 against Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday to compound a frustrating few days after they were knocked out of Europe by Paris Saint-Germain on penalties.

Source: theguardian.com
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Eddie Howe ‘will never forget’ day Newcastle broke trophy drought

Eddie Howe lauded Newcastle’s Carabao Cup final win against Liverpool as a day the club “will never forget” after securing their first major domestic trophy in 70 years

Dan Burn and Alexander Isak set Newcastle on their way to victory, with Federico Chiesa scoring a late consolation for Liverpool. There was pure elation in the black-and-white half of Wembley, packed with more than 32,000 Newcastle fans, at full time as they celebrated the end of a seven-decade long wait since winning the 1955 FA Cup.

Source: theguardian.com
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Newcastle weren't hungrier than Liverpool in Carabao Cup, Slot says

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot dismissed the idea Newcastle United's players were "hungrier" in Sunday's Carabao Cup final, but admitted Eddie Howe's side were deserved winners

The Premier League leaders were beaten 2-1 in the showpiece fixture at Wembley, with Dan Burn and Alexander Isak finding the back of the net for Newcastle before substitute Federico Chiesa halved the deficit in stoppage time.

Source: espn.com
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Newcastle win Carabao Cup to end 70-year domestic trophy wait

Newcastle United secured their first domestic trophy for 70 years - and ended a wait for a major prize stretching back to 1969 - with a deserved Carabao Cup final win over Liverpool at Wembley

The Toon Army were sent into ecstasy as goals either side of half-time by Dan Burn and Alexander Isak put them on course for a triumph that will lead to legendary status on Tyneside for manager Eddie Howe and his players.

Source: bbc.com
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Inzaghi hits back at Inter doubters after 2-0 victory over Atalanta

Simone Inzaghi hit back at the Inter doubters after a 2-0 victory away to Atalanta, referring repeatedly to the ‘debates on television and in the media. This is sport’

The Nerazzurri have struggled to win the head-to-head clashes so far this season, but broke that drought with a 2-0 result in Bergamo.

Source: football-italia.net
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Lamine Yamal golazo seals incredible Barcelona fightback at Atletico Madrid

Barcelona hauled themselves back from two goals down to snatch a superb 4-2 win at La Liga title rivals Atletico Madrid

Diego Simeone called on his players to channel their anger of controversially being dumped out of Europe by Real Madrid in midweek as Barcelona landed in the Spanish capital.

Source: football-espana.net
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Dembélé scores as PSG complete Classique double over OM

Paris Saint-Germain saw off a spirited Marseille at the Parc des Princes to complete a Classique double over their arch rivals and extend their lead to 19 points at the top of the Ligue 1 table

As far as these two teams are concerned, it’s one of the biggest clashes of the Ligue 1 calendar as Paris Saint-Germain hosted arch ‘Classique’ rivals Olympique de Marseille in the second clash between the two this season.

Source: getfootballnewsfrance.com
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Merino gives Arsenal win over Chelsea

Mikel Merino scored the only goal of the game as Arsenal beat Chelsea to move 12 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool

Both of these sides came into the match without their first-choice striker, with Kai Havertz ruled out for the season with a hamstring injury for Arsenal and Nicolas Jackson missing for Chelsea.

Source: bbc.com
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Carabao Cup Final!

Liverpool and Newcastle United will compete for the first major silverware of the English football campaign on Sunday when they lock horns in the Carabao Cup final.

For the Reds, it's an opportunity to retain their title after they triumphed in last year's showpiece event. They are the competition's most decorated club, with the weekend contest offering them the chance to claim an 11th crown. (Source: 90min.com)

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Liverpool vs. Newcastle: Preview

The Reds are aiming to equal Manchester United’s record for the most domestic English cup titles

Sunday’s EFL Cup final promises to be a momentous occasion; either Liverpool will equal Manchester United’s record for the most domestic cup trophies in English football history, or Newcastle United will end an astonishing major silverware drought that spans seven decades.

Source: theanalyst.com
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Blockbuster clash!

The Emirates Stadium plays host to an all-London affair in the Premier League on Sunday as Arsenal take on top four hopefuls Chelsea. Mikel Arteta's Gunners have enjoyed their recent duels with the Blues, although they were held to a point by Enzo Maresca's side back in November. A Pedro Neto strike from distance cancelled out Gabriel Martinelli's opener. (Source: 90min.com)

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Arsenal vs. Chelsea: Preview

The Gunners are unbeaten in their last six Premier League games against Chelsea

Arsenal’s title hopes look all but over, but with Premier League leaders Liverpool not playing in the Premier League this weekend, the Gunners could cut the deficit at the top to 12 points with a win over Chelsea.

Source: theanalyst.com
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Milan Derby | Women

Inter come into the game after a narrow 1-2 loss to Roma, a difficult loss because the Giallorosse came back to win following Wullaert's goal; in general, the side are going through a bit of a turbulent period in terms of results, demonstrating a good ability to react.

The Nerazzurre have already shown themselves to be competitive and capable of beating any side, as they sit in second place. Coach Piovani's side will aim to use their home advantage to beat the Rossonere. (Source: acmilan.com)

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eBay Women's Serie A: Inter vs. AC Milan: Preview

AC Milan come into the game following a positive draw at home against the leaders Juventus, the second draw for the side since the start of the Poule Scudetto

The Rossonere are consistently proving their desire to improve on their league position, playing an attacking brand of football. Coach Bakker's are ready to take to the field with grit and determination to take on the Nerazzurre.

Source: acmilan.com
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Chelsea win Women’s League Cup final after own goal denies Manchester City

Women’s League Cup final: Chelsea 2-1 Manchester City

It seems as though nothing can stop Sonia Bompastor in English football. Not a change of manager from Manchester City, not a sublime individual goal from Aoba Fujino and not even the sand on the pitch. The Frenchwoman is unbeaten as Chelsea manager after 28 games and has secured the first of a potential quadruple this season.

Source: theguardian.com
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Haaland reaches 100 goal involvements in record time

The records may have slowed down as his goalscoring enters more human levels, but Erling Haaland reached another landmark in Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday.

His penalty meant he reached 100 Premier League goal contributions (goals and assists combined) in just his 94th game.

The previous record-holder was Alan Shearer, who took 100 matches to reach that level. (Source: BBC Sport)

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NWSL Round-Up: Current open season with win over Thorns

Seattle Reign draw one-all with Gotham FC

Reigning NWSL MVP Temwa Chawinga scored in the second minute for the host Kansas City Current, who posted a 3-1 victory over the Portland Thorns in both teams' season opener on Saturday.

Source: reuters.com
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Man City held by Brighton despite leading twice

It is now four points in four games for Guardiola's side

Manchester City stumbled again in the battle to secure a return to the Champions League as they were pegged back twice by fellow top-five challengers Brighton in an entertaining encounter at Etihad Stadium.

Source: bbc.com
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Mbappe double returns Real Madrid to La Liga summit

Kylian Mbappe is now just one goal behind Robert Lewandowski in the La Liga top scorer charts

Kylian Mbappe fired Real Madrid back to the top of La Liga as he scored twice in a comeback victory at Villarreal.

Source: bbc.com
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Leipzig beat Dortmund to go fifth in Bundesliga

Xavi Simons scored his seventh Bundesliga goal this season, having netted eight while on loan from Paris Saint-Germain last term

RB Leipzig moved up to fifth place in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win over Champions League quarter finalists Borussia Dortmund, who struck the woodwork three times in a pulsating second half.

Source: bbc.com
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Bayern held to draw by Union Berlin

The point moves Union seven points clear of the Bundesliga relegation play-off spot

Bayern Munich failed to win for a second consecutive Bundesliga game as they were held to a draw at Union Berlin.

Source: bbc.com
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European top picks

AC Milan will be looking to build momentum towards the end of the season run-in when they host Como at San Siro on Saturday.

Fresh from securing their spot in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, Real Madrid will continue their La Liga campaign with a contest against top-four hopefuls Villarreal at Estadio de la Ceramica on Saturday night.

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich will look to take a step closer to the title with a win against Union Berlin away from home.

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Premier League UCL race

Manchester City will endeavour to climb back into the top four of the Premier League table when they welcome high-flying Brighton & Hove Albion to the Etihad Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Bournemouth will host Brentford at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday on Saturday evening, looking to build on their recent upturn in fortunes.

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Guardiola laughs off Fabio Capello calling him 'arrogant'

Pep Guardiola has laughed off criticism from Fabio Capello after the former England manager accused the Manchester City boss of ruining Italian football

Capello branded Guardiola "arrogant" and said the implementation of his passing style in Serie A meant the league had "lost its identity."

Source: espn.com
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Atletico Madrid star ‘at 50-50 to face Barcelona’ amid injury battle

Diego Simeone needs to rally his Atletico Madrid team for their crunch weekend clash with Barcelona

Los Rojiblancos saw their UEFA Champions League dream ended in controversial style in midweek via a penalty shootout loss to Real Madrid.

Source: football-espana.net
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Spalletti confirms Italy squad for Germany Nations League quarter-finals

Italy national team head coach Luciano Spalletti has confirmed his squad of 25 players to take on Germany across two legs of the Nations League quarter-finals coming up during the March international break

The Azzurri will take on Die Mannschaft over two legs of the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals during the March international break. Italy will host in San Siro for the first leg on March 20, before travelling to Dortmund for the return leg at Signal Iduna Park a few days later on March 23.

Source: football-italia.net
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Injured Neymar replaced by Endrick in Brazil squad

Brazil have called up teenage forward Endrick to replace Neymar for this month's World Cup qualifiers after the Santos attacker picked up a muscle injury

Neymar was due to make his Selecao return after a 17-month absence because of a knee injury which he sustained against Uruguay in October 2023.

Source: bbc.com
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Fernandes takes aim at Ratcliffe for saying some players ‘overpaid’ and ‘not good enough’

Bruno Fernandes has aimed a barb at Sir Jim Ratcliffe by stating no player wants to be told they are “not good enough or overpaid”, as Manchester United’s co-owner said this week regarding some of Ruben Amorim’s squad

The captain was speaking after his hat-trick in Thursday’s Europa League last-16 second leg 4-1 win over Real Sociedad that sealed United’s passage to a quarter-final against Lyon.

Source: theguardian.com
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Match of the day | Women

Bayern Women are now unbeaten in 10 games in the Women's Bundesliga and have backed up their good form with two successive wins, beating Werder Bremen 1-0 before last weekend's 3-0 success against Köln. (Source: bayernmunich.com)

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Frauen-Bundesliga | Bayern Munich vs. Wolfsburg: Preview

The Bavarians looking to maintain lead against Wolfsburg

Head coach Alexander Straus' side go into the game with momentum having beaten 1. FC Köln 3-0 last time out, successfully defending top spot in the table.

Source: fcbayern.com
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Injured Alexander-Arnold out of League Cup final

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Newcastle with an ankle injury

The 26-year-old picked up the knock in the second half of Tuesday's Champions League defeat by Paris St-Germain, a tie the French side won on penalties.

Source: bbc.com
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Eddie Howe crushes emotion as he seeks to end Newcastle’s 70-year drought

Eddie Howe responded to the question with a thin smile followed by a flat denial. Newcastle’s manager had just been asked whether his team were jinxed and a sense of deja vu permeated the room

That query has echoed, periodically, around St James’ Park throughout the 70 years since Gypsies reputedly placed a powerful curse on the club. As staff and players holidayed after winning the FA Cup in 1955, Travellers set up camp at a deserted training ground before being, somewhat unceremoniously, ejected.

Source: theguardian.com
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Rashford returns as Tuchel names first England squad

Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford has been named in Thomas Tuchel's first squad as England manager

Rashford last played for England in a friendly against Brazil in March 2024 but has impressed since joining Villa on loan from Manchester United in January.

Source: bbc.com
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Dewsbury-Hall ensures Chelsea ease past FC Copenhagen but doubts remain

The Conference League is supposed to be where Chelsea live a little

This is a long way below Europe’s elite and fans expect their team to ­overwhelm opponents who operate in much smaller financial circles. They are waiting for Enzo Maresca to prove his positional play can dazzle.

Source: theguardian.com
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5 questions that could shape NWSL this season

What version of the NWSL will fans see this year?

The 2025 National Women's Soccer League season kicks off Friday night. The league has made a lot of news during the offseason. There was a historic player transfer. The league also announced a new partnership with Call Her Daddy podcast host Alex Cooper.

Source: npr.org
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“That was not a neutral refereeing performance” – Imanol Alguacil fumes after Manchester United defeat

Real Sociedad are out of the 2024-25 Europa League, having lost 5-2 on aggregate to Manchester United in their round of 16 tie

The Basque side had been going through at one stage after taking an early lead in the second leg at Old Trafford, but they would go on to lose 4-1 on the night.

Source: football-espana.net
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Fernandes hat-trick powers electric Manchester United past Real Sociedad

Manchester United kept their trophy hopes alive with a swaggering display that battered Real Sociedad and must be the Ruben Amorim blueprint

From the moment they fell behind early on, his side were electrified, as if finally locating the high-voltage socket under him and gleefully plugging themselves in. United came at Real Sociedad relentlessly, a whir of energy and creativity that is the best advertisement yet for where their head coach might take them.

Source: theguardian.com
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Baroni: ‘High-level’ Lazio performance for Europa League quarter-finals

Lazio coach Marco Baroni insists the Biancocelesti put in a ‘high-level’ performance against Viktoria Plzen and deserved to qualify for the Europa League quarter-finals

Lazio’s 1-1 home draw against Viktoria on Thursday allowed the Biancocelesti to qualify for the Europa League quarter-finals with a 3-2 aggregate win.

Source: football-italia.net
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2025 NWSL season preview: Stars, storylines and teams to watch after league's biggest year

After smashing records and lifting the league’s two major trophies in 2024, what could the Pride possibly do for an encore?

Ever since a 2021 scandal upended the National Women’s Soccer League and brave players forced it to evolve, the league’s trajectory has been upward and steady. Three straight years of attendance records and expansion fees now cracking nine figures are evidence that the NWSL, more so than ever before, is on solid ground.

Source: sports.yahoo.com
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Hummels’ red card ruins the night for Roma

An early Mats Hummels red card massively affected Roma in an away game at Athletic Club, costing the Giallorossi a 3-1 defeat and a Europa League elimination in the Round of 16

Roma suffered a 3-1 away defeat at Athletic Club on Thursday and were eliminated from the Europa League Round of 16.

Source: football-italia.net
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NWSL: Pride ready to defend championship, raise banners at regular season home opener

This Friday night will mark one of the most memorable nights in Orlando Pride history

While it's hard to top the 2024 season; winning the NWSL Shield and Championship in the same season and breaking numerous records, moments before their match against the Chicago Stars on Friday night, the team will take a moment to celebrate those accomplishments and raise two championship banners in front of their home crowd.

Source: orlandocitysc.com
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Odobert scores twice as Spurs overcome AZ Alkmaar

Wilson Odobert scored twice to save Tottenham Hotspur's season as they overcame a first-leg deficit to beat AZ Alkmaar and reach the Europa League quarter-finals

Sitting 13th in the Premier League and out of both domestic cups, this competition is Spurs' only remaining chance of success.

Source: bbc.com
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Rangers beat Fenerbahce on penalties to reach Europa League quarters

Jack Butland's penalty shootout heroics earned Rangers a place in the Europa League quarter-finals after Fenerbahce overturned a 3-1 first-leg deficit at Ibrox

The home goalkeeper saved from Dusan Tadic and Fred before Mert Hakan Yandas skied his effort over the bar, sparking jubilant scenes both on the pitch and in the stands.

Source: bbc.com
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OPINION: WSL’s new £65m TV contract must be renegotiated if relegation is suspended

No relegation would mean meaningless ties on TV

The Women’s Super League’s £65m TV contract with Sky Sports and the BBC will have to be renegotiated if it removes relegation from the top flight.

Source: theguardian.com
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Europa League deciders

Facing a one-goal deficit after last week's first leg, Athletic Bilbao will try to keep their Europa League dream alive by beating Roma on Thursday.

Tottenham Hotspur head into Thursday’s Europa League clash against AZ Alkmaar needing a comeback victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to keep their hopes of European silverware alive.

Ruben Amorim will hope to distract from Manchester United‘s Premier League struggles by reaching the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals on Thursday night.

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Uefa to ask for review of double touch rule on penalties after Alvarez incident

Uefa is to ask for a review of the double touch rule on penalty kicks, after “clearly unintentional” contact from Julián Alvarez cost Atlético Madrid in their last-16 Champions League shootout

Alvarez touched the ball with both his right and left foot in scoring past Real Madrid’s Thibaut Courtois on Wednesday. A VAR check overturned the strike, giving Madrid a slender advantage they went on to convert into victory.

Source: theguardian.com
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Bayern confirm new contract for Kimmich

After months of negotiations, Bayern Munich have confirmed a contract extension for Joshua Kimmich

The Germany captain's deal, which was due to expire in the summer, has been extended until 2029.

Source: bulinews.com
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