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• Branthwaite Gets 8, Doucoure With 5 | Everton Players Rated In Their Draw Against Arsenal

  05-04-2025 18:28 via the4thofficial.net
  
  Branthwaite Gets 8, Doucoure With 5 | Everton Players Rated In Their Draw Against ArsenalAfter four back-to-back draws in the league, Everton could not pass the Merseyside derby test at Anfield. Diogo Jota’s goal brought Liverpool a step closer to the coveted crown, and the Toffees helped their rivals further by snatching two points from Arsenal this afternoon. Despite falling behind in the first half, they found an equalizer soon after the break, thanks to Iliman Ndiaye’s composure
  
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• 'One of the very best' games in Old Trafford's long history

  18-04-2025 09:04 via bbc.com
  
  [PA Media]Sometimes, it is pointless trying to make sense of this game.Sir Alex Ferguson's famous "football, bloody hell" comment after the 1999 Champions League final victory over Bayern Munich, which featured two injury-time goals to win it, sprang to mind as Harry Maguire headed off down the tunnel at the end of the thrilling Europa League win over Lyon.United boss Ruben Amorim responded to his goal by chasing off down the touchline, just as Jose Mourinho famously did when Porto won in this s
  
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• Real Madrid decided to move on two players after Arsenal debacle including legend

  18-04-2025 09:02 via football-espana.net
  Real Madrid decided to move on two players after Arsenal debacle including legendReal Madrid exited the Champions League in less than glorious fashion against Arsenal on Wednesday night, with their only goal across two legs a defensive mistake. Most are pointing to manager Carlo Ancelotti as the primary casualty, but the consequences will extend to the dressing room.Amid a series of reports on Ancelotti’s future, including some saying that Los Blancos are prepared to appoint an interim man
  
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• 'Postecoglou lives to fight another day - but not out of the woods yet'

  18-04-2025 09:02 via bbc.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ange Postecoglou, with his back against the wall, lives to fight another day.We will never know whether Tottenham would have relieved him of his duties had they gone out of the Europa League on Thursday - but he was certainly under huge pressure heading into a game that was probably the biggest of his reign so far.Victory buys the Australian some time - you can't see a scenario where Tottenham would sack him before the semi-final.But while it keeps the wolves from the door for now,
  
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• Sports quiz of the week: Rory McIlroy, Marc Márquez and Champions League

  18-04-2025 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rory McIlroy, Caitlin Foord and Alessia Russo, and Marc Márquez.Composite: Getty, ShutterstockRory McIlroy is the sixth man in history to win golf’s career grand slam. Who was the fifth?Jordan SpiethPhil MickelsonTiger WoodsBrooks KoepkaMcIlroy is the first European to complete the career slam, but which European has won the most majors?Nick FaldoHarry VardonSeve BallesterosTom Morris JuniorWhich two players were under par on all four days at the Masters?Justin Rose and Scottie Sche
  
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• Club World Cup teams facing tax threat in new blow to expanded tournament

  18-04-2025 09:00 via yahoo.com
  
  The Fifa president, Gianni Infantino, presents the Club World Cup trophy in Atlanta.Photograph: Miguel Martinez/APFifa is facing complex negotiations with the US authorities before the Club World Cup after failing to secure tax exemptions for the 32 competing clubs.The world governing body announced a huge prize fund for the tournament of $1bn (£754m) in March, including up to $125.8m for the winners, but without tax agreements clubs could be left with bills of tens of millions of dollars
  
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• Behind the scenes as Birmingham City dream a dream of WSL

  18-04-2025 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Birmingham City Women player are put through their paces at the training ground in Wast Hills. Birmingham.Photograph: Fabio De Paola/The GuardianThe understudies in the ensemble of Les Misérables are not ordinarily interviewed by football coaches. For detail-driven Amy Merricks, the Birmingham City head coach and a lover of the West End musical, they were her prime focus during her Uefa Pro Licence dissertation on maximising squad harmony and ensuring the fringe members of a squad fee
  
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• 'Warmest welcome' – but can Arsenal deny ex-boss?

  18-04-2025 08:59 via bbc.com
  
  Montemurro spent three and a half years as Arsenal head coach, winning two trophies [Getty Images]Women's Champions League: Arsenal v LyonVenue: Emirates Stadium Date: Saturday, 19 April Kick-off: 12:30 BSTCoverage: Live radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live and text updates on the BBC Sport website and appFor Arsenal and Lyon, Saturday's meeting in north London will be comfortably their biggest game of the season to date.That there is a significant reunion thrown into the mix will only amplify t
  
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• ‘We will have to be at our best’ – Whiteley previews Liverpool’s trip to Brighton

  18-04-2025 08:55 via fawslfulltime.co.uk
  
  ‘We will have to be at our best’ – Whiteley previews Liverpool’s trip to BrightonLiverpool’s interim head coach Amber Whiteley says that her side will have to be at their best when they take on Brighton & Hove Albion this weekend.The Reds travel to the Amex Stadium to face The Seagulls on Saturday afternoon.Liverpool fell to a cruel 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup semi-finals last time out but interim boss Whiteley says that the team have
  
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• Mateo Kovacic tips ‘special’ Manchester City teammate for National Team captaincy

  18-04-2025 08:45 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Mateo Kovacic tips ‘special’ Manchester City teammate for National Team captaincyMateo Kovacic has lauded compatriot Josko Gvardiol for his quality and displays for Manchester City since his arrival and has tipped the young centre-half to go on and captain the Croatia National Team.Gvardiol has gone under the radar in terms of how crucial he has been since his arrival to the Etihad Stadium from RB Leipzig months after Manchester City won a sensational treble in the 2022/23 campaign.T
  
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• Barcelona manager Hansi Flick furious with squad after Borussia Dortmund defeat

  18-04-2025 08:44 via football-espana.net
  Barcelona manager Hansi Flick furious with squad after Borussia Dortmund defeatBarcelona manager Hansi Flick cut his usual calm figure in his post-match press conference on Tuesday night in Germany, after his side made their way back to the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in six years. Behind closed doors however, Flick was not at all happy with their first defeat of 2025 against Borussia Dortmund, ending their unbeaten run.Publicly, Flick noted that he had to remind the side of
  
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• Liverpool want to sign 19-G/A star who feels Arne Slot is the “best coach in the world”

  18-04-2025 08:41 via caughtoffside.com
  Liverpool want to sign 19-G/A star who feels Arne Slot is the “best coach in the world”Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing the Benfica midfielder Orkun Kokcu at the end of the season. The 24-year-old Turkish international has done quite well for the Portuguese outfit this season, and he has 11 goals and eight assists to his name.According to a report from Portuguese publication Record, Liverpool are pursuing the player, and Arne Slot is particularly keen on a reunion
  
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• One full-back target may be unattainable this summer for Manchester City

  18-04-2025 08:35 via esteemedkompany.com
  One full-back target may be unattainable this summer for Manchester CityEarlier this week it was revealed by Esteemed Kompany sources that Manchester City had a list of players they were targeting to strengthen the left-back position. One of those players was Tottenham left-back Destiny Udogie. The Italian international is a quality player and his pace, power and technical ability would be a great addition to Pep Guardiola’s squad.But now a new report indicates that Tottenham have no inten
  
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• Photo – Ex AC Milan Star Celebrates Inter Milan 2-2 Bayern Munich Champions League Draw To Clinch Semifinals: ‘Together With Our Incredible Fans, We Battled Fiercely’

  18-04-2025 08:30 via sempreinter.com
  Photo – Ex AC Milan Star Celebrates Inter Milan 2-2 Bayern Munich Champions League Draw To Clinch Semifinals: ‘Together With Our Incredible Fans, We Battled Fiercely’Inter Milan got a 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the second leg of a Champions League quarterfinal tie.The Nerazzurri had a 2-1 advantage from the first leg. Therefore, they successfully booked their place in the semifinals, where they’ll face Barcelona.Inter went behind early in the second half to Harry Kane
  
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• Report: Arsenal & Chelsea keen on South American, club “would prefer” to sell in summer

  18-04-2025 08:26 via caughtoffside.com
  Report: Arsenal & Chelsea keen on South American, club “would prefer” to sell in summerArsenal and Chelsea have been linked with a move for the Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez, and the Ecuadorian could be sold in the summer.According to a report from Fichajes, both clubs are interested in the 20-year-old South American, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. Ordonez is highly rated across Europe, and it is no surprise that top Premier League clubs are keen on him.H
  
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• Exclusive: Man United set €65m asking price for first-team star as Euro giants on alert

  18-04-2025 08:21 via caughtoffside.com
  Exclusive: Man United set €65m asking price for first-team star as Euro giants on alertManchester United have set an asking price of around €65m for misfiring young striker Rasmus Hojlund as clubs show an interest in him ahead of the summer.Sources with a close understanding of the situation have informed CaughtOffside that the Red Devils are open to letting Hojlund go if interested clubs pay up for him.The Denmark international has flopped during his time at Man Utd, but the club are
  
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• ⚠️ Dorival accepts offer to become Corinthians' coach, magazine confirms

  18-04-2025 08:21 via onefootball.com
  
  ⚠️ Dorival accepts offer to become Corinthians' coach, magazine confirmsThis article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.Corinthians will announce their new coach soon. According to journalist Luiz Felipe Castro from Revista Placar, Dorival Júnior has accepted the proposal from Timão's management to replace Ramón Díaz, who was dismissed this Thursday (17). 🚨
  
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• Stats: How Hansi Flick has established new era of discipline at Barcelona

  18-04-2025 08:20 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Stats: How Hansi Flick has established new era of discipline at BarcelonaWhen Hansi Flick took the helm at Barcelona, one of the first matters he addressed was the team’s discipline on the pitch. He made it clear that constant arguments with referees will not be tolerated. Flick knew that from last season, on-field protests and heated exchanges from both players and the bench were a problem. This lack of control frequently led to pointless bookings and suspensions, something the
  
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• Real Madrid line up ambitious transfer following Kylian Mbappe’s anonymous performance vs Arsenal

  18-04-2025 08:03 via caughtoffside.com
  Real Madrid line up ambitious transfer following Kylian Mbappe’s anonymous performance vs ArsenalReal Madrid are reportedly lining up an ambitious transfer up front after the poor performances of Kylian Mbappe in both Champions League defeats against Arsenal.The France international was pretty anonymous in both legs of the Champions League quarter-final tie against the Gunners, and it could be that Los Blancos need something different in attack.Mbappe only joined Real last summer, and has
  
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• Celtic renew bid to extend Taylor stay - gossip

  18-04-2025 08:03 via bbc.com
  
  Celtic hope to persuade defender to stay on as row on Rangers' penalty denial in Bilbao rumbles on...Celtic have offered Greg Taylor, 27, a new improved, three-year deal to try to keep the left-back from leaving as a free agent at the end of this season. (Daily Record)Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton reckons his old club should be "chaining Greg Taylor to the front door until he signed a contract extension" but insists summer arrival Kieran Tierney is a necessary upgrade at Champions League le
  
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• Report: Tottenham ready to spend €15 million on 24-year-old Barcelona defender

  18-04-2025 08:00 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Report: Tottenham ready to spend €15 million on 24-year-old Barcelona defenderBarcelona could be on the verge of losing Eric Garcia, as Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur are ready to make a formal offer to sign the versatile defender. According to Fichajes, the London-based club is prepared to put forward a bid in the region of €15 million to bring the Spanish centre-back back to England.Garcia, who came through La Masía before joining Manchester City, returned to Barce
  
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• Real Madrid president calls for team meeting with Ancelotti and players after UCL exit

  18-04-2025 08:00 via madriduniversal.com
  Real Madrid president calls for team meeting with Ancelotti and players after UCL exitFollowing Real Madrid’s heavy 1-5 aggregate loss to Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, president Florentino Perez has decided to step in. According to a report from Defensa Central, the club president has called for an urgent meeting with manager Carlo Ancelotti and the entire first-team squad to address the fallout from what has been described as a humiliating European exit.The def
  
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• Official: Spain to allow Champions League access to 5 teams

  18-04-2025 08:00 via romapress.net
  Official: Spain to allow Champions League access to 5 teamsSpain arithmetically secures second place in the UEFA ranking, definitively blocking the chances for Italy to obtain a fifth qualified team in the next Champions League.
  In this sense, the elimination of Lazio from the Europa League proved decisive, as the Biancocelesti were defeated on penalties by Bodø/Glimt, and the simultaneous passage of the round of Athletic Bilbao, which allowed Spain to advance in the standings.Despite the
  
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• Leicester vs Liverpool prediction: Could Merseysiders wrap up Premier League title?

  18-04-2025 08:00 via independent.co.uk
  
  Leicester vs Liverpool Betting TipsLiverpool to win by two goals - 3/1 BoyleSportsMohamed Salah to be first goalscorer - 10/3 Bet365There is a chance that Liverpool could be crowned Premier League champions this weekend if they defeat Leicester City and Arsenal lose to Ipswich. The Gunners play first at 2pm on Sunday before Arne Slot’s men take to the pitch (Sunday 4.30pm, Sky Sports) meaning they will know whether a victory over the Foxes will be enough to clinch the title. Regardless, th
  
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• Aston Villa vs Newcastle prediction: Villa to edge battle for Champions League places

  18-04-2025 08:00 via independent.co.uk
  
  Aston Villa vs Newcastle Betting TipsAston Villa to win and BTTS - 3/1 Bet365Harvey Barnes to score anytime - 3/1 UnibetNewcastle United are set to play another match without the services of manager Eddie Howe who is recovering from pneumonia when they take on Aston Villa in Saturday’s late kick off (5.30pm, Sky Sports).Howe has missed the Magpies’ last two matches but you’d be forgiven for thinking his absence has been no detriment to the team who have racked up two wins from
  
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• FSG’s Malaga interest cools as legal hurdles block Liverpool owners’ potential takeover

  18-04-2025 07:50 via anfieldindex.com
  
  FSG’s Malaga interest cools as legal hurdles block Liverpool owners’ potential takeoverFSG’s Malaga Move Stalls Amid Legal Gridlock and Rival InterestLiverpool’s owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), were expected to make their first real move into multi-club ownership with the acquisition of Malaga CF. Earlier this year, they sent a team to the Spanish coast, checking out facilities, sizing up the opportunity, and potentially laying the groundwork for a deal. But now, the e
  
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• 40 G/A in 42 games – Arsenal rival Liverpool & Man Utd for “unstoppable” attacker

  18-04-2025 07:41 via caughtoffside.com
  40 G/A in 42 games – Arsenal rival Liverpool & Man Utd for “unstoppable” attackerArsenal are among the clubs showing an interest in an ambitious potential summer transfer window move for one of Europe’s most in-form attacking players.It’s been a season to remember for Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele, who has a remarkable 32 goals and eight assists in 42 games in all competitions.Often criticised in the past for being inconsistent and lacking end-product
  
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• Real Madrid draw up two-man shortlist as Toni Kroos successor – report

  18-04-2025 07:40 via madriduniversal.com
  Real Madrid draw up two-man shortlist as Toni Kroos successor – reportReal Madrid’s elimination from the UEFA Champions League at the hands of Arsenal has sparked serious reflection within the club. The heavy 1-5 aggregate defeat in the quarterfinals has not only disappointed fans but also raised concerns about the current direction of the project under Carlo Ancelotti.Now, according to a report from Cadena SER, relayed by Real Madrid Confidencial, the club has started planning
  
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• ‘There is a possibility’ – Barcelona VP talks Flick, Xavi, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, treble chances

  18-04-2025 07:40 via barcauniversal.com
  
  ‘There is a possibility’ – Barcelona VP talks Flick, Xavi, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, treble chancesBarcelona vice president Rafa Yuste has offered a realistic but hopeful perspective on the club’s ambitions for the remainder of the season. Speaking during a public event, Yuste addressed the growing excitement surrounding the possibility of a treble this season.Yuste stressed the importance of following Hansi Flick’s philosophy of taking things one game at a tim
  
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• Rayan Cherki is special, Chelsea and Man Utd could use his magic 

  18-04-2025 07:37 via footballtoday.com
  
  Rayan Cherki is special, Chelsea and Man Utd could use his magic Manchester United edged Olympique Lyonnais in an unforgettable showdown to book their place in the semi-final of the UEFA Europa League. Lyon star Rayan Cherki stole the show with a phenomenal performance.The 21-year-old playmaker enchanted Old Trafford with skill, vision, dribbling, and creativity and topped off a brilliant performance with a well-taken goal to spur a short-lived Lyon comeback.Cherki won five of 11 ground due
  
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