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• 'They just get the job done'

  21-04-2025 14:10 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]In many ways, the boring 1-0 win away to Leicester City encapsulates Liverpool's season. They just get the job done.It was not exhilarating, it was not always fluid, but it was a win with a clean sheet, and three more points on the road to the inevitable title.Liverpool actually played well enough to win this game much more easily, but the finishing was poor. A new striker in the summer is an absolute must.The idea that Liverpool have only won because the Premier League is a p
  
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• ‘We have to show fight’: Arteta confident of kicking on despite pain of Paris

  09-05-2025 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta cannot look as Arsenal lose at home to Bournemouth, harming their Champions League qualification chances.Photograph: Crystal Pix/MB Media/Getty ImagesFor Mikel Arteta, there has been no time to dwell on the pain. “Not now,” said the Arsenal manager when asked if he was emotionally exhausted after a week when his team were eliminated from the Champions League. “Probably because I have so much to achieve and do, and we need to improve and get done. That is what drive
  
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• Slot confident Liverpool will make ‘new stars’ after Alexander-Arnold’s exit

  09-05-2025 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arne Slot embraces Trent Alexander-Arnold as they celebrate winning the Premier League but the manager has admitted his disappointment at the right-back leaving.Photograph: Liverpool FC/Getty ImagesArne Slot has insisted Liverpool will “generate new stars” when Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves and compared the right-back’s potential successor, Conor Bradley, to Paris Saint-Germain’s Achraf Hakimi.Slot admits Alexander-Arnold’s decision to leave as a free agent this sum
  
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• Pep Guardiola reveals emotional demands of his ‘most difficult’ season

  09-05-2025 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘When you don’t win it’s more demanding emotionally,’ said Pep Guardiola of Manchester City’s struggles this season.Photograph: Robbie Jay Barratt/AMA/Getty ImagesPep Guardiola has described this season as the “most difficult” of his 17-year managerial career. Manchester City sit third with three Premier League matches remaining and play in the FA Cup final next Saturday but have struggled to match the form that brought them four Premier League titles in
  
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• How Liverpool’s ‘Achraf Hakimi’ challenge can reveal Trent Alexander-Arnold lesson

  09-05-2025 23:30 via independent.co.uk
  
  As Arne Slot prepares for life after Trent Alexander-Arnold, he needs only look in the mirror for proof that there can be a smooth succession at Liverpool. “There was quite a lot of questions of me replacing Jurgen [Klopp] and there were so many examples of people leaving this club,” said Slot, quoting an example from 1977, the year before his birth. “Kevin Keegan left, Kenny Dalglish arrived, we all felt disappointed, we felt sad, but we always know this club will generate new
  
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• Alexander Isak Starts | 4-3-3 Newcastle United Predicted Starting Lineup Against Chelsea

  09-05-2025 23:20 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Alexander Isak Starts | 4-3-3 Newcastle United Predicted Starting Lineup Against ChelseaNewcastle United come into this key game of the Premier League with the same number of points as Chelsea: 63 from 35 games. However, the Magpies are fourth in the points table. This match at St. James’ Park could decide who gets a place in Europe. Chelsea are also coming on strong and will be looking to consolidate their position after an inconsistent campaign. Newcastle, meanwhile, remain confident des
  
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• 4️⃣ things to watch for in this weekend's MLS matches

  09-05-2025 23:20 via onefootball.com
  
  4️⃣ things to watch for in this weekend's MLS matches MLS is back this weekend after the midweek U.S. Open Cup action around the country. We're nearly a third of the way through the season as patterns begin to take shape, and the narratives heat up. Let's take a look at some of the biggest storylines to keep an eye on heading into Matchday 12. Frustration continues to mount at Inter Miami
  Despite sitting just three points out of first place in the Eastern Conference,
  
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• Derry City overcome Cork to climb into second place

  09-05-2025 23:19 via bbc.com
  
  Derry City are up to second place in the Premier Division thanks to a 2-1 win over Cork City at Turners Cross.The away side broke the deadlock when Liam Boyce fired home after Gavin Whyte had capitalised on a defensive mistake on 24 minutes.Cork levelled the match through Djenairo Daniels, but Derry retook the lead with just over ten minutes to go thanks to Kevin Holt.The result means that Tiernan Lynch's men are now unbeaten in three while Cork are without a win in four games.Derry dominate ope
  
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• “Dybala and Lukaku are life teachers” – Dean Huijsen

  09-05-2025 23:03 via getfootballnewsitaly.com
  
  “Dybala and Lukaku are life teachers” – Dean HuijsenDean Huijsen has been one of the most talked-about players this season, not only in the Premier League but across the whole of Europe. It was in Italy however, that Huijsen has his footballing education, first in the youth system at Juventus and then on loan at Roma. The Bournemouth defender is reportedly being targeted by multiple big European clubs this summer, with Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Chelsea all firmly believing
  
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• Mayenda punishes huge Coventry error to put Sunderland on top in playoff

  09-05-2025 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eliezer Mayenda strokes the ball home to put Sunderland 2-1 up against Coventry in the Championship playoff semi-final.Photograph: Michael Zemanek/ShutterstockWho ever believed in the form book for the playoffs anyway? No team has ever entered the English playoffs in worse form than Sunderland, after their five successive defeats, but Wilson Isidor’s first goal in 14 games and Eliezer Mayenda’s late capital enabled Regis Le Bris’s team to earn their first victory over Coventry
  
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• Ter Stegen And Balde To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Real Madrid

  09-05-2025 23:00 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Ter Stegen And Balde To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Real MadridBarcelona will entertain Real Madrid at the Nou Camp this Sunday afternoon as they look to win and take one step closer to the La Liga title. The Catalan club suffered a tough 4-3 loss away at Inter Milan in midweek, so they would be eager to return to winning ways this weekend.Hansi Flick will stick with his favoured 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make a couple of tweaks for this game. Both Marc-Andre ter Ste
  
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• 🚨 Sunderland seal smash and grab win at Coventry in semi-final first leg

  09-05-2025 22:58 via onefootball.com
  
  🚨 Sunderland seal smash and grab win at Coventry in semi-final first legSunderland ripped up the form book to seal a smash and grab 2-1 win against Coventry in the first leg of their Championship playoff semi-final at the Coventry Building Society Arena. 
  Scorers: Rudoni 70'; Isidor 68', Mayenda 88' Coventry dominated the first half, with Régis Le Bris setting his Black Cats side up to defend and counter almost from the first whistle. Their approach worked
  
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• Southampton vs Man City: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score Prediction

  09-05-2025 22:50 via eplindex.com
  
  Southampton vs Man City: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score PredictionSouthampton vs Man City: Premier League Clash with Contrasting StakesIt’s a curious thing, the way narratives unfold in the Premier League. As Manchester City travel to face Southampton at St. Mary’s on Saturday, May 10, the contest brings together two clubs at opposite ends of the spectrum—one chasing Europe, the other chasing a shred of dignity.The match is not televised live in the UK due to the 3pm
  
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• Valencia set minimum asking price for Atletico Madrid and Milan target

  09-05-2025 22:47 via football-espana.net
  Valencia set minimum asking price for Atletico Madrid and Milan targetIn recent years, Valencia have sold some of their best and most valuable players so as to comply with FFP, and that trend is sure to continue in 2025. Giorgi Mamardashvili will already be leaving after he agreed to join Liverpool last summer (but stayed on loan for the 2024-25 season), and it appears certain that Cristhian Mosquera will join him at the exit door.Mosquera has emerged as Valencia’s best central defender ov
  
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• Serie A | Milan 3-1 Bologna: Gimenez completes another epic comeback

  09-05-2025 22:47 via football-italia.net
  Serie A | Milan 3-1 Bologna: Gimenez completes another epic comebackMilan completed another remarkable turnaround to beat Bologna just days before their Coppa Italia Final clash, as Santiago Gimenez’s brace and Christian Pulisic neutralised the Riccardo Orsolini opener.By a curious twist of fate, these teams faced off in Serie A just days before meeting again in the Coppa Italia Final, which will be at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on May 14. With Rafael Leao suspended, Youssouf Fofana, Warr
  
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• ‘We want to finish off really well’ – Brighton’s focus is on performing at Villa Park says Vidošić

  09-05-2025 22:46 via fawslfulltime.co.uk
  
  ‘We want to finish off really well’ – Brighton’s focus is on performing at Villa Park says VidošićBrighton & Hove Albion head coach Dario Vidošić says that his side’s focus will be on winning rather than league ranking when they face Aston Villa at Villa Park on Saturday afternoon.The Seagulls travel to the Midlands to contest their final fixture of the 2024/2025 Barclays Women’s Super League season.When speaking to the media in the
  
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• 🚨 Milan stun Bologna with late comeback win as UCL hopes suffer huge blow

  09-05-2025 22:46 via onefootball.com
  
  🚨 Milan stun Bologna with late comeback win as UCL hopes suffer huge blowMilan dealt Bologna's hopes of Champions League qualification a huge blow with a comeback 2-1 win at the San Siro in a dress rehearsal of the Coppa Italia final.  
  Scorers: Giménez 73', 90+2', Pulisic 79'; Orsolini 49'Milan's hopes of keeping European qualification alive via the league suffered an early blow when Fikayo Tomori was forced off after just 14 minutes with a freak head injury. The d
  
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• Richarlison Starts | 4-3-3 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Starting Lineup Against Crystal Palace

  09-05-2025 22:45 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Richarlison Starts | 4-3-3 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Starting Lineup Against Crystal PalaceTottenham are no longer in contention for European places in the Premier League as they are set to face Crystal Palace. With 39 points from 35 games, they are in 16th place, miles away from the expectations at the start of the season. Dragusin, Bergvall and Maddison will be unavailable through injury. Son’s presence also remains in doubt. All of the focus is on the Europa League final. Therefore, t
  
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• Milan to pursue Mile Svilar in case of Maignan’s exit

  09-05-2025 22:34 via romapress.net
  Milan to pursue Mile Svilar in case of Maignan’s exitThe Rossoneri have reportedly taken an active interest in Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar.The Belgian shotstopper is in talks to extend his contract with the capital club.However, there is still no agreement in place which puts Roma at risk of losing Svilar in the coming summer transfer window.According to La Repubblica, there is plenty of interest in the 25-year-old around Europe.The newspaper writes that Milan are the latest team to come f
  
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• Buongiorno on Napoli passion, rejecting Juventus and Atalanta

  09-05-2025 22:34 via football-italia.net
  Buongiorno on Napoli passion, rejecting Juventus and AtalantaAlessandro Buongiorno explains why he turned down approaches from Juventus and Atalanta, because he was won over by the ‘passion for football’ he feels at Napoli.The Italy international made his mark at Torino, coming up through their youth academy to wear the captain’s armband.He had several opportunities to leave the Granata before finally accepting the move to Napoli for €35m plus bonuses in the summer of 2024
  
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• Borussia Dortmund to prioritise move for Jobe Bellingham

  09-05-2025 22:31 via footballtoday.com
  
  Borussia Dortmund to prioritise move for Jobe BellinghamBorussia Dortmund are focused on signing Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, according to Sky Sport Germany.Dortmund have had an underwhelming campaign and must strengthen their squad this summer.Jobe is the younger brother of Jude Bellingham, who made a name for himself at Dortmund before joining Real Madrid.His younger brother is eager to follow the same path. Jobe has enjoyed a breakthrough season at Sunderland in the Championship.Dor
  
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• Who is Mikel Jauregizar? The Reds' target who's BETTER than Ryan Gravenberch

  09-05-2025 22:30 via anfieldwatch.co.uk
  
  Who is Mikel Jauregizar? The Reds' target who's BETTER than Ryan GravenberchWho is Mikel Jauregizar?The scorer of Athletic Bilbao’s only goal in the second-leg of their Europa League semi-final tie against Manchester United, Jauregizar is known for his elite tackling and has found himself on Liverpool’s radar.The 21-year-old has become a real force in Athletic Club’s team this season, starting the majority of the side’s games in all competition.After showing glimpses of b
  
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• Rice Should Start in Midfield | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face Aberdeen

  09-05-2025 22:30 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Rice Should Start in Midfield | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face AberdeenAs the second place in the Premiership standings is mathematically secured, Rangers have nothing to play for in their three remaining fixtures, including the Sunday lunchtime encounter against Aberdeen at Ibrox. But Barry Ferguson, their interim boss, has demanded a strong finish with no wins in the past six outings across competitions.This includes a 2-2 draw at Pittodrie when the ten-man Light Blues showed sheer g
  
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• Liverpool have ‘Opened Talks’ to Sign £25m Brazilian Star – Report

  09-05-2025 22:20 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Liverpool have ‘Opened Talks’ to Sign £25m Brazilian Star – ReportLiverpool Open Talks with Vanderson as Potential Alexander-Arnold SuccessorAccording to GOAL, Liverpool have officially opened discussions with AS Monaco regarding Vanderson, the 23-year-old Brazilian right-back, as they prepare for life without Trent Alexander-Arnold. With the academy graduate edging closer to an early move to Real Madrid—who are reportedly offering a modest €1 million (£8
  
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• Barcelona set for €15m boost amid summer transfer window preparations

  09-05-2025 22:18 via football-espana.net
  Barcelona set for €15m boost amid summer transfer window preparationsMoney is crucial for Barcelona at the moment due to their well-documented financial problems, so they will be thankful that funds are coming in ahead of the summer. And they are arriving from Asia.In recent years, Barcelona have jetted off to the United States for the pre-season preparations, often playing against some of the most recognised teams in the world – which has included Real Madrid. But for 2025, they have
  
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• Roma to reignite talks for Udinese’s Jaka Bijol

  09-05-2025 22:15 via romapress.net
  Roma to reignite talks for Udinese’s Jaka BijolRoma are reportedly once again keen on Jaka Bijol of Udinese whom they had been linked with a year ago.According to the latest by TransferFeed, the Giallorossi are in fact very interested in Bijol, defensive leader and vice-captain of Udinese. Udinese’s initial pricetag of 20 million had cooled Roma’s interest in the past.In view of the summer, however, Ghisolfi could try to reignite talks again, hoping this time for a different ou
  
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• Mount And Garnacho To Start | 3-4-2-1 Manchester United Predicted Starting Lineup Vs West Ham United

  09-05-2025 22:15 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Mount And Garnacho To Start | 3-4-2-1 Manchester United Predicted Starting Lineup Vs West Ham UnitedWith Manchester United languishing in 15th place with 39 points after 35 games, the clash against West Ham in the Premier League has little competitive value. With no chance of qualifying for European competition through the league, all focus is on the Europa League final. The Premier League, at this point, only serves as a dress rehearsal.Several first-team players will be rested. Lisandro Martin
  
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• 🎙️ Ander Herrera: "First the Apertura, then the Club World Cup"

  09-05-2025 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ Ander Herrera: "First the Apertura, then the Club World Cup"This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.OneFootball had the opportunity to speak with Ander Herrera, thanks to Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and took the chance to ask him about how he's preparing for the Club World Cup.
  Currently, the Xeneize player is injured and recovering from a grade two tear in the rectus of his right leg. How
  
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• Manchester City reporter reveals inside track on Abdukodir Khusanov following sudden exit from starting line-up picture

  09-05-2025 22:10 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Manchester City reporter reveals inside track on Abdukodir Khusanov following sudden exit from starting line-up pictureAbdukodir Khusanov has found it difficult to emerge into Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City starting line-ups of late and a new report has offered insight on the situation.The Uzbekistan starlet arrived at the Etihad Stadium during the last January transfer window as club officials looked to somewhat rescue a hugely difficult season for the then-reigning Premier League champi
  
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• Out-of-contract XI: The best players set to be free agents after the season

  09-05-2025 22:07 via nbcsports.com
  
  At times it seems like big-name players have run down than their contracts more than any previous modern era of football, and this summer feels like its near the pinnacle.MORE — Premier League summer transfer window predictionsTrent Alexander-Arnold and Kevin De Bruyne will be leaving Liverpool and Manchester City for different reasons, but they aren't the only well-known footballers to run down their deals.Building a Best XI of players who will be free agents this summer — at least
  
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