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• Analysis: Man City 2-1 Aston Villa

  23-04-2025 09:01 via bbc.com
  
  [Getty Images]When you are as expressive on the touchline as Pep Guardiola, visual evidence can be enough to gauge the importance of an occasion.Make no mistake, this win was big."You don't have to be a scientist to realise that we were playing against Aston Villa, one of the best teams, as you saw against Newcastle and PSG," said Guardiola. "They are an extraordinary team but we performed as we did in the past with the commitment."Qualification for the Champions League is important, of course,
  
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• Brighton v Newcastle, Brentford v Manchester United and more: Premier League – live

  04-05-2025 13:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  European hopes are at stake at the Amex Stadium.Photograph: Luke Walker/Getty Images12.49pm BSTStarting lineups: Brighton v Newcastle Brighton (4-3-3): Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupinan; Baleba, Wieffer, O’Riley; Adringa, Welbeck, MintehSubs: Steele, Lamptey, Igor Julio, Webster, Gruda, Gomez, Ayari, Veltman, HowellNewcastle (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Tonali, Guimaraes, Willock; Murphy, Isak, BarnesSubs: Dubravka, Botman, Wilson, Gordon, Krafth, Osu
  
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• Wrexham's bet on McClean pays off as Vegas promotion party awaits

  04-05-2025 13:44 via bbc.com
  
  James McClean has made 89 appearances for Wrexham since signing in August 2023 [Getty Images]Wrexham's players are getting excited about their promotion party in the casinos of Las Vegas.But manager Phil Parkinson can already count the winnings from betting on the value of experience."Just come back alive," were the final words to his squad following the season finale 2-0 win over Lincoln, telling them to enjoy the Sin City trip that has now become an annual part of Wrexham's promotions under co
  
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• 'Saints ran themselves into the ground'

  04-05-2025 13:41 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]We asked for your views on St Mirren's victory over Aberdeen on Saturday.Here's what some of you said:Eddie: That was a very satisfying win we were very good. One clinical finish from Mikael Mandron was enough to keep our distant hope of fifth place. Aberdeen were hopeless, no shots on target didn't look dangerous at any point. Maybe if Graeme Shinnie concentrated on his game instead of diving and constantly moaning at the referee.Peter: Well done Saints, the team played with the passion an
  
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• O'Neill wants NI squad 'at its strongest' for June

  04-05-2025 13:37 via bbc.com
  
  Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill feels June friendlies against Denmark and Iceland will be "good preparation" for World Cup qualifying but hopes his squad have fewer injuries come the double-header. His side were without the likes of Conor Bradley, Trai Hume, Dan Ballard and Ali McCann in a 5-1 friendly defeat to Sweden in March. That left the manager fielding a starting XI with an average age of under 23-years-old. The games against Demark in Copenhagen and Iceland in Belfast are the la
  
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• 'I can't even think who to call out for this'

  04-05-2025 13:35 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]We asked for your views on Dundee's 2-1 loss to Motherwell.Here's what some of you said:Gregor: I fear a play-off and possible relegation now. We are in a rut and the manager blaming officials isn't helping our cause. Onwards to next match, but it's a worrying time to be a Dee.Gary: The game changed on the disallowed goal. Antonio Portales had two perfectly good strikes but chalking off the second gave Motherwell the impetus and we fell out of it. To concede another late goal, and to lose t
  
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• Poland Star Hailed For Lively Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A Showdown

  04-05-2025 13:21 via sempreinter.com
  Poland Star Hailed For Lively Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A ShowdownWingback Nicola Zalewski has won praise for a lively performance in yesterday’s Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Hellas Verona.Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, particularly hail the 23-year-old’s pace and dribbling ability on display in the 1-0 win.Wingback Nicola Zalewski got the start for Inter Milan against Hellas Verona yesterd
  
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• 'Keep the faith' with Valakari or 'not the man for Saints'?

  04-05-2025 13:21 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]We asked for your views on St Johnstone's defeat to Kilmarnock on Saturday. Here's what some of you said:Daniel: No way back now, the top flight spell is over. Games v Hamilton and Livingston suggest little chance of a bounce back with Simo Valakari, games where we rely entirely on fluke goals with a better squad than we'll have next season. Owners have a decision to make.Gordy: Quite simple - no future, in whichever division, with the current manager. Absolutely lacking in judgement as to
  
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• Slot: Alexis Mac Allister Key to Liverpool’s Title Push

  04-05-2025 13:10 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Slot: Alexis Mac Allister Key to Liverpool’s Title PushSlot Highlights Underrated Brilliance of Mac AllisterMac Allister’s Form Elevates Liverpool’s Title ChargeLiverpool’s head coach Arne Slot has paid glowing tribute to Alexis Mac Allister, whose intelligent and relentless displays in midfield have quietly underpinned the Reds’ successful Premier League title campaign. While the spotlight often lands on Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, or the emerging Ryan Gravenbe
  
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• Inter injury updates: Pavard boost, Lautaro race against the clock

  04-05-2025 13:07 via football-italia.net
  Inter injury updates: Pavard boost, Lautaro race against the clockInter defender Benjamin Pavard partially trained with the team this morning, while Lautaro Martinez is racing against the clock as he continues to work separately.Inter returned to training this morning, only a few hours after a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona on Saturday night.Sky Sport Italia and FC Inter1908 provide the latest updates on the Nerazzurri, mainly focusing on the injured Pavard and Lautaro Martinez.Pavard partially
  
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• Arsenal wonderkid hits 15 g/a in 6 games despite defeat

  04-05-2025 13:01 via dailycannon.com
  
  Arsenal wonderkid hits 15 g/a in 6 games despite defeatMax Dowman scored one and assisted one for the Arsenal u18s on Saturday, but their title challenge came to an end following an away defeat to Fulham.Photo via Arsenal.comAfter ending their seven-match winning streak with a draw against Tottenham Hotspur, the Arsenal u18s knew that they almost certainly needed to win both of their final two matches to win the u18 Premier League South this season.The first of those two games was away to Fulham
  
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• Argentina Superstar To Be In Squad For Inter Milan Vs Barcelona Champions League Clash If There’s Any Hope Of Playing

  04-05-2025 12:55 via sempreinter.com
  Argentina Superstar To Be In Squad For Inter Milan Vs Barcelona Champions League Clash If There’s Any Hope Of PlayingLautaro Martinez will be in the Inter Milan squad to face Barcelona if there is any hope of the Nerazzurri captain seeing the pitch.This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews.The most significant fitness doubt for Inter Milan ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League semifinal second leg against Barcelona concerns Lautaro Martinez.The Argentine s
  
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• Grit & Determination – Ex West Ham United Veteran Praised For Battling Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A Clash

  04-05-2025 12:53 via sempreinter.com
  Grit & Determination – Ex West Ham United Veteran Praised For Battling Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A ClashStriker Marko Arnautovic has won praise for a gritty, battling performance for Inter Milan against Hellas Verona yesterday.Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, hail the Austrian international for his leading of the Nerazzurri line, even without a goal.The most significant fitness doubt for Inter Milan ahe
  
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• Porto Star Scores Twice with Aston Villa Scouts in Attendance

  04-05-2025 12:50 via eplindex.com
  
  Porto Star Scores Twice with Aston Villa Scouts in AttendanceScouts, Strikers and Statements: Villa’s Portuguese Trip Sparks Speculation
  Eyes on the DragãoAston Villa were one of seven clubs represented at Estádio do Dragão as Porto beat Moreirense 3-1 on Friday night. As first revealed by Sport Witnessvia Record, Villa were joined by scouts from Sassuolo, Lille, Feyenoord, Roma, Nice and Marseille – all keeping close tabs on emerging talent in Portugal’s t
  
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• Man stabbed to death after clash between Inter and Atalanta fans

  04-05-2025 12:50 via football-italia.net
  Man stabbed to death after clash between Inter and Atalanta fansA 26-year-old Atalanta fan, Riccardo Claris, was stabbed to death last night after clashes between groups of La Dea and Inter supporters in Bergamo.A 26-year-old Atalanta supporter was killed close to his home in Bergamo last night after clashes between groups of Inter and Atalanta supporters.Repubblica and other Italian media report that the two groups of fans had a heated discussion in a bar in the Borgo Santa Caterina neighbourho
  
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• Barcelona fan-favourite will be ready for Inter Milan clash despite discomfort against Valladolid

  04-05-2025 12:50 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Barcelona fan-favourite will be ready for Inter Milan clash despite discomfort against ValladolidBarcelona have been handed a major sigh of relief ahead of their Champions League semi-final second leg against Inter Milan. Despite giving fans a scare during the recent La Liga clash against Real Valladolid, MARCA reveals that Gavi will be available for Tuesday’s decisive fixture at San Siro.It must be noted that the young midfielder, who started against Valladolid, was forced to leave t
  
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• Huge Fitness Boost – Ex Bayern Munich Star Back In Partial Training Ahead Of Inter Milan Vs Barcelona Champions League Second Leg

  04-05-2025 12:46 via sempreinter.com
  Huge Fitness Boost – Ex Bayern Munich Star Back In Partial Training Ahead Of Inter Milan Vs Barcelona Champions League Second LegBenjamin Pavard has made a partial return to training ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League second leg between Inter Milan and Barcelona.This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews. They anticipate that the 29-year-old will be called up to the Nerazzurri squad for the knockout clash.Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard missed the f
  
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• Fabrizio Romano reveals Manchester City will advance for Kevin De Bruyne replacement in May

  04-05-2025 12:45 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Fabrizio Romano reveals Manchester City will advance for Kevin De Bruyne replacement in MayManchester City are set to step up their pursuit of Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White in the coming weeks as they look to secure a deal with their FA Cup semi-final opponents and bring in their first summer signing, Fabrizio Romano has revealed.The 2023 treble winners have identified Gibbs-White as a capable addition to their attacking ranks as Pep Guardiola and incoming sporting director Hugo V
  
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• Massive boost: Barcelona megastar cleared to play against Inter Milan

  04-05-2025 12:39 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Massive boost: Barcelona megastar cleared to play against Inter MilanBarcelona have received a massive boost ahead of their decisive Champions League semi-final second leg against Inter Milan. According to Mundo Deportivo, Robert Lewandowski will be available for the crucial tie at the San Siro after recovering from a thigh injury that had kept him out for two weeks.It must be noted that the Polish striker picked up the injury during Barcelona’s dramatic 4-3 comeback win over Celta Vi
  
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• Hibs 3-1 Dundee Utd: Key stats

  04-05-2025 12:36 via bbc.com
  
  Martin Boyle scored his 12th goal of the Premiership this season, more than any other Hibernian player. The forward has contributed to goals in his last five home games in the Premiership (three goals, two assists).Hibernian have avoided defeat in their last 13 matches when scoring first in the Premiership, since a 1-4 loss to Dundee on 23 November 2024. They are also unbeaten in their last 27 Premiership matches when leading at half-time (W20, D7) dating back to 18 March 2023 against Celtic (L1
  
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• Toney's Al-Ahli win Champions League for first time

  04-05-2025 12:35 via bbc.com
  
  Al-Ahli are the third Saudi club to win the Asian Champions League after Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal [Getty Images]England striker Ivan Toney celebrated his first trophy with Al-Ahli as the Saudi Arabian club won the Asian Champions League for the first time.Al-Ahli beat Japan's Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 on Saturday to become the third Saudi club to win the competition, after Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad.Striker Toney, 29, joined Al-Ahli from Brentford for about £40m last summer, having made three appe
  
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• Nothing To Offer – Ex Sevilla Star Criticized For Mediocre Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A Clash

  04-05-2025 12:35 via sempreinter.com
  Nothing To Offer – Ex Sevilla Star Criticized For Mediocre Performance In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A ClashJoaquin Correa has faced criticism for having very little impact in yesterday’s Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Hellas Verona.Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, argue that the Argentine did not make the most of his opportunity in the starting eleven.Joaquin Correa got the start for Inter Milan against Hella
  
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• Rock Solid – Ex Lazio Veteran Hailed For Strong Defensive Display In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A Clash

  04-05-2025 12:34 via sempreinter.com
  Rock Solid – Ex Lazio Veteran Hailed For Strong Defensive Display In Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A ClashStefan de Vrij has won praise for a solid defensive display for Inter Milan in yesterday’s 1-0 Serie A win over Hellas Verona.Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, commend the Dutchman for keeping striker Amin Sarr quiet and tidying up in Inter’s penalty area.Defender Stefan de Vrij got the start for Inter Milan ag
  
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• Official: Real Madrid starting lineup against Celta Vigo

  04-05-2025 12:30 via madriduniversal.com
  Official: Real Madrid starting lineup against Celta VigoReal Madrid have officially revealed their starting XI for their clash against Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabeu — and it paints a clear picture of the crisis currently gripping Carlo Ancelotti’s squad. With a long list of key absentees and a last-minute blow in Rodrygo’s withdrawal, Ancelotti has been forced into one of the most makeshift starting lineups of his tenure.The defensive situation is dire. With Antonio
  
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• Aston Villa must move on from midweek success as they face ‘super-dangerous’ West Ham says Arroyo

  04-05-2025 12:30 via fawslfulltime.co.uk
  
  Aston Villa must move on from midweek success as they face ‘super-dangerous’ West Ham says ArroyoAston Villa head coach Natalia Arroyo says that her side must move on from celebrating their midweek success against Arsenal with a tricky game against West Ham United now on the horizon.The Villans travel to The Chigwell Construction Stadium to face The Hammers this afternoon. The game comes just four days after Aston Villa recorded an impressive 5-2 victory over UEFA Women’s Champ
  
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• Former Man Utd manager identifies their biggest mistake this season

  04-05-2025 12:29 via onefootball.com
  
  Former Man Utd manager identifies their biggest mistake this seasonManchester United's confusing season took another twist in midweek with their surprise Europa League semi-final first leg win over Athletic Club.But one of the biggest names in world football is struggling domestically as they head into Sunday's Premier League meeting with Brentford sitting 15th in the table.
  A high manager turnover at Old Trafford in recent years has not helped and one of those who was sacked believes that the c
  
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• Manager ins and outs - May 2025

  04-05-2025 12:25 via bbc.com
  
  Inigo Calderon was sacked by Bristol Rovers following their relegation to League Two [PA Media]BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.All of the managerial movements for Maywill appear below.Outs4 May: Inigo Calderon - Bristol RoversListen to the latest Football Daily podcastGet football news sent straight to your phone
  
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• Manchester City look set to advance their move to sign an England international as the rebuild kicks off

  04-05-2025 12:23 via esteemedkompany.com
  Manchester City look set to advance their move to sign an England international as the rebuild kicks offAdding creativity to their midfield is one of several areas that Manchester City will look to improve in Pep Guardiola’s squad this summer. It’s a need that must be addressed for City to return to the top of English and European football. Now a new report indicates that Manchester City are set to advance their move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. It appears tha
  
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• Up To The Task – Albania Star Named As MOTM For Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A Clash

  04-05-2025 12:21 via sempreinter.com
  Up To The Task – Albania Star Named As MOTM For Inter Milan 1-0 Hellas Verona Serie A ClashKristjan Asllani has been named as the outstanding performer for Inter Milan in yesterday’s Serie A win over Hellas Verona.Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, hail the Albanian international for his polished, decisive display.Kristjan Asllani started in midfield for Inter Milan against Hellas Verona.With Hakan Calhanoglu out due to suspens
  
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• Juventus make initial contact for Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund

  04-05-2025 12:18 via getfootballnewsitaly.com
  Juventus make initial contact for Manchester United’s Rasmus HojlundSerie A giants Juventus are keen on signing a striker in the summer and have come forward for Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund.Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo has reported that Dusan Vlahovic is destined to leave Juve in the summer and even though Arek Milik has signed a new deal, the Bianconeri will sign a new striker amidst the uncertainty surrounding Randal Kolo-Muani.They had initially tried to sign Joshua
  
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