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• Iraola guides Bournemouth to another record - can they keep him?

  19-04-2025 22:01 via bbc.com
  
  Andoni Iraola cut a frustrated figure after Bournemouth's draw against 10-man Crystal Palace [Getty Images]Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola gave a coy response when asked about his future after Saturday's frustrating goalless draw at Crystal Palace, but Cherries supporters will be desperate for the Spaniard to extend his stay at Vitality Stadium.The draw at Selhurst Park lifted Iraola's team to 49 points - a club record in the Premier League - with five games remaining, surpassing their tally o
  
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• Flick talks Cubarsi, Lewandowski, Araujo, Christensen, Ancelotti, renewal ahead of Espanyol vs Barcelona

  14-05-2025 13:20 via barcauniversal.com
  Flick talks Cubarsi, Lewandowski, Araujo, Christensen, Ancelotti, renewal ahead of Espanyol vs BarcelonaFollowing their 4-3 comeback win over Real Madrid at the weekend, FC Barcelona are on the cusp of winning the La Liga title.A victory against their bitter rivals Espanyol in tomorrow’s Catalan derby at the RCDE Stadium will be enough for Hansi Flick & co. to complete the domestic treble, after already having won the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey.In fact, if Real Madrid slip
  
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• Liverpool’s Title Win Under Arne Slot Was No Fluke

  14-05-2025 13:10 via anfieldindex.com
  Liverpool’s Title Win Under Arne Slot Was No FlukeArne Slot and Liverpool: A Marriage of Method and MagicWhen Liverpool announced Arne Slot as their new manager in May 2024, there was no parade, no blaring trumpets, just a low hum of curiosity. For a fanbase still reverberating from the departure of Jurgen Klopp, one of the most beloved figures in the club’s history, it felt like a leap into the unknown. Fast-forward twelve months, and what seemed like a gamble now appears a masterst
  
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• Hansi Flick tests a Barcelona starting XI with two key changes for Espanyol clash

  14-05-2025 13:02 via barcauniversal.com
  Hansi Flick tests a Barcelona starting XI with two key changes for Espanyol clashThere are one of two scenarios ahead of Barcelona’s clash against Espanyol tomorrow night.First, the Catalans may already be proclaimed the champions of Spain if Real Madrid fall short against Mallorca later today. In case Los Blancos win, Barcelona will step out on the field gunning for the win that will make them champions.With the team no longer in contention in the UEFA Champions League, tomorrow’s c
  
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• Moratti recalls Juventus’ ‘robbery’, calls Pirlo his ‘proudest’ signing and ‘biggest regret’

  14-05-2025 12:56 via football-italia.net
  Moratti recalls Juventus’ ‘robbery’, calls Pirlo his ‘proudest’ signing and ‘biggest regret’Former Inter president Massimo Moratti considers 2010’s treble-winning side and his father’s Grande Inter his fondest memories as a Nerazzurri supporter, but insisted that he’s also extremely attached to the team that was stopped from winning the Serie A title in 1998 by what he called a ‘robbery’ by Juventus.“My father’s
  
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• Frimpong’s Profile Matches Liverpool’s Transfer Model Ahead of Summer

  14-05-2025 12:50 via anfieldindex.com
  Frimpong’s Profile Matches Liverpool’s Transfer Model Ahead of SummerJeremie Frimpong: Liverpool’s Next Great Right-Back?Liverpool are known for acting swiftly in the transfer market, often targeting players who blend tactical intelligence with value, athleticism and character. As reported by The Athletic, the Reds are now closely monitoring Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as they prepare for life after Trent Alexander-Arnold.At 24, Frimpong is not just one of Europe&
  
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• Barcelona planning massive celebrations for domestic treble success

  14-05-2025 12:50 via barcauniversal.com
  Barcelona planning massive celebrations for domestic treble successBarcelona’s win over Real Madrid last weekend was absolutely monumental from the point of view of the La Liga title race.The result on the night, after all, had the ability to swing the title race in either team’s favour, but the better team came out on top comfortably regardless.Having secured the three points against their arch-rivals, Barcelona moved seven points clear of them at the weekend and are now on the cusp
  
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• Taiwo Awoniyi set to be brought out of induced coma after surgery

  14-05-2025 12:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  Nottingham Forest's Taiwo Awoniyi struggles to play on after sustaining an injury.Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images/ReutersNottingham Forest’s Taiwo Awoniyi is expected to be brought out of an induced coma on Wednesday after urgent surgery on a serious abdominal injury sustained in Sunday’s match against Leicester.The Nigeria striker was injured after colliding with a post during the 2-2 draw at the City Ground, after which the Forest owner, Evangelos Marinakis, stormed on to t
  
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• Arsenal trio return to full training

  14-05-2025 12:39 via dailycannon.com
  Arsenal trio return to full trainingArsenal were handed a boost in training this week with Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz all in training ahead of the final two league fixtures.Photo by Michael Steele/Getty ImagesDeclan Rice returned to full training with Arsenal this week, joined by Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz, as Mikel Arteta‘s side prepare for their final two Premier League matches. Rice’s return is the most significant development, following his surprise absen
  
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• Vinicius Junior camp insist Real Madrid deal is not done – Saudi offer being sought

  14-05-2025 12:36 via football-espana.net
  Vinicius Junior camp insist Real Madrid deal is not done – Saudi offer being soughtReal Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior has spent much of the year subject to intense speculation over his future, but in recent months it had appeared that the matter was resolved. However his camp have leaked that this is not the case.Vinicius was courted by Saudi Arabia last summer, with the Middle Eastern superpower making their interest known. Talk of a €1b contract for Vinicius split across five yea
  
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• Como’s Nico Paz and Real Madrid’s Arda Güler on Bayer Leverkusen’s radar

  14-05-2025 12:34 via getfootballnewsgermany.com
  Como’s Nico Paz and Real Madrid’s Arda Güler on Bayer Leverkusen’s radarSport Bild (via @bayer04Xtra) reports that in the event that Florian Wirtz does leave Bayer Leverkusen in the summer, the club are already looking at where they could invest the money.The goal at the BayArena is to bring in players who are young enough that there is still room to develop, but they are also good enough to compete in the Champions League. Leverkusen will obviously look to repla
  
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• 'One of the best feelings I've ever had' - Neil

  14-05-2025 12:30 via bbc.com
  Sunderland captain Dan Neil will lead out his boyhood club at Wembley in the Championship play-off final against Sheffield United after their "unbelievable" play-off semi-final win against Coventry.Dan Ballard's last minute winner mirrored the Black Cats' 2019 League One play-off final defeat by Charlton where Patrick Bauer scored in added time to send the Addicks up."I wasn't quite in the squad back then, I was up in the stands with my dad," Neil told BBC Radio Newcastle. "It was gutting watchi
  
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• Kai Havertz returns to Arsenal training

  14-05-2025 12:28 via dailycannon.com
  Kai Havertz returns to Arsenal trainingKai Havertz has resumed full training with Arsenal in what marks a significant development ahead of the club’s final Premier League fixtures.The 25-year-old forward, sidelined since February with a hamstring injury sustained during a warm-weather training camp in Dubai, had initially been ruled out for the rest of the season.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesThe injury, which required surgery and extensive rehabilitation, was expected to keep Havertz
  
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• Real Madrid eye swoop for 15-year-old Atletico Madrid prodigy

  14-05-2025 12:27 via madriduniversal.com
  Real Madrid eye swoop for 15-year-old Atletico Madrid prodigyWhile Real Madrid’s academy may not have flourished much under Carlo Ancelotti in terms of enjoying promotions to the first team, the situation is expected to change with the impending change in management.Xabi Alonso, the man poised to come in as Real Madrid’s new coach, has always been one to push forward young talents and it thus makes increasing sense for Los Blancos to invest in young talents.As relayed in a recent upd
  
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• Manchester City strike verbal agreement with Bayer Leverkusen over Florian Wirtz deal framework

  14-05-2025 12:25 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Manchester City strike verbal agreement with Bayer Leverkusen over Florian Wirtz deal frameworkThere is a verbal agreement in place between Manchester City and Bayer Leverkusen over the framework of a potential deal for Florian Wirtz, according to reports.It is the latest twist in an ever-developing saga concerning one of European football’s most in-demand assets, and a player that could break records when it comes to the list of the highest transfer fees paid for talents in the history of
  
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• 'Perspective' after tragedy sees Lions coach depart

  14-05-2025 12:23 via bbc.com
  Andy Marshall working with Lions keeper Lukas Jensen last season [Rex Features]Millwall goalkeeping coach Andy Marshall has announced he is leaving the club.Marshall revealed the tragic loss of Lions keeper Matija Sarkic last summer had changed his perspective on life and he plans to spend more time with friends and family.The 50-year-old had worked with Montenegro international Sarkic, whose former clubs include Aston Villa, Wolves and Birmingham, for more than nine years and described him as '
  
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• Roma’s Saud Abdulhamid linked with Ligue 1 move

  14-05-2025 12:22 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  Roma’s Saud Abdulhamid linked with Ligue 1 moveA year after making the move to Europe for the first time, Saud Abdulhamid (25) could be set for a move to Ligue 1 during the summer transfer window, according to a report from Foot Mercato. Abdulhamid, until last summer, had spent the entirety of his career in his native Saudi Arabia. He then signed for AS Roma, amid interest from two Ligue 1 clubs: Stade de Reims and Toulouse FC. However, in the Italian capital, Abdulhamid has foun
  
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• Rangers eye Ancelotti to replace Barry Ferguson

  14-05-2025 12:20 via eplindex.com
  Rangers eye Ancelotti to replace Barry FergusonInterest Grows Around Davide Ancelotti and Rangers RoleRangers’ managerial search remains wide open as Davide Ancelotti, assistant coach at Real Madrid and son of esteemed tactician Carlo Ancelotti, emerges as a name of interest. The Scottish Premiership side have reportedly sounded out the 35-year-old Italian, though no front-runner has yet been confirmed.According to Spanish outlet Marca, the potential involvement of 49ers Enterprises—
  
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• Report – Inter Milan Add Young Parma Striker To Summer Wishlist

  14-05-2025 12:19 via sempreinter.com
  Report – Inter Milan Add Young Parma Striker To Summer WishlistInter Milan have reportedly placed a watchful eye on rising Parma star Ange-Yoan Bonny amid Roma links.This according to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews. The report mentions Bonny as a viable transfer target for the Nerazzurri.However, Ange-Yoan Bonny is not the only name on Beppe Marotta’s shortlist.With Inter preparing to bid farewell to Joaquin Correa and Marko Arnautovic, reinforcing attacking options has become
  
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• Barcelona, Liverpool, Aston Villa in a three-way tussle for 24-year-old Bundesliga star

  14-05-2025 12:19 via barcauniversal.com
  Barcelona, Liverpool, Aston Villa in a three-way tussle for 24-year-old Bundesliga starAs the season nears its end, clubs are making decisive moves to strengthen their squads. Barcelona have made signing a top-level right-back a key objective for the upcoming campaign. As has already been reported, the favourite within both Hansi Flick’s staff and the Catalans’ sporting department is Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen.The Dutch international is expected to leave this summer thanks
  
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• Tractor SC complete journey to upset Iran’s establishment and claim historic title

  14-05-2025 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  The pre-match show before Tractor’s home game against Nassaji Mazandaran in May.Photograph: Mehrvarz Ahmadi/Anadolu/Getty ImagesThe league title was won with games to spare by a coach in his first season, leaving fans in the north-west of the country to wait for the official presentation of the trophy. Jamie Carragher said on Sunday that “Liverpool as a city feels like it is ‘us against the world” but that is nothing when compared to those who follow Tractor SC, a club th
  
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• Three Inter Milan Stars Return From Injury Ahead Of Lazio Visit To Giuseppe Meazza

  14-05-2025 12:05 via sempreinter.com
  Three Inter Milan Stars Return From Injury Ahead Of Lazio Visit To Giuseppe MeazzaInter Milan will put their Serie A title hopes on the line when top-four hopefuls Lazio arrive at Stadio San Siro on Sunday.Per Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Simone Inzaghi will have a nearly complete squad for this must-win clash.Numerous high-profile injuries have marred Inter in the second half of the season.Indeed, Inzaghi has rarely had all players at his disposal, especially in key moments.However, La
  
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• Should Brighton keep Milner?

  14-05-2025 12:05 via bbc.com
  [Getty Images]This season has been far from ideal for James Milner.It might have started with him becoming the first player to play in 23 Premier League seasons - when he took to the field on the opening day against Everton - but two weeks later it would end prematurely.A hamstring injury in Brighton's draw against Arsenal ruled him out for the rest of the campaign.Despite his absence, it's being reported that he is in talks with the club over signing a new deal.Milner will turn 40 in January, b
  
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• Barcelona youngster returns to group training ahead of Espanyol derby

  14-05-2025 12:05 via barcauniversal.com
  Barcelona youngster returns to group training ahead of Espanyol derbyFC Barcelona are on the verge of being crowned the champions of La Liga as they get set to take on local rivals RCD Espanyol on Thursday night.A victory in the Catalan derby will see the Blaugrana claim the league title on the turf of their bitter enemies, although there is a possibility that Hansi Flick’s men’s triumph can be confirmed tonight itself if Real Madrid lose to Mallorca.Pablo Torre back in trainingAhead
  
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• TNT Sports announces exciting change to Champions League final coverage

  14-05-2025 12:04 via independent.co.uk
  
  TNT Sports is making a change to their coverage for all three European competitions this season as the finals of the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League will be available to watch for free. All three matches will be played this month with three Premier League teams, Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea, attempting to win silverware on the continent. The games, exclusive to TNT Sports on television, will also be available for anyone to watch for free on Discovery+.The broadc
  
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• Svilar’s renewal imminent: player will sign until 2030

  14-05-2025 12:02 via romapress.net
  Svilar’s renewal imminent: player will sign until 2030Mile Svilar’s contract renewal seems imminent.
  As reported by Sportitalia, the Serbian goalkeeper and the Giallorossi club are close to agreeing to an extension until 2030.However, some details remain to be defined, starting with the release clause of 40 million euros that the goalkeeper’s agent would like to include in the contract.
  The certainty, however, is that Svilar’s future will still be in Giallorossi and that
  
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• Official: Another Real Madrid star out of Mallorca clash through injury

  14-05-2025 11:51 via madriduniversal.com
  Official: Another Real Madrid star out of Mallorca clash through injuryThe injury problems continue to mount for Real Madrid leading up to tonight’s clash against RCD Mallorca, with Andriy Lunin becoming the latest casualty.Indeed, Real Madrid have officially confirmed that the 26-year-old goalkeeper is out of the squad for tonight’s game at the Santiago Bernabeu due to an injury he sustained in training.“Andriy Lunin has been ruled out of today’s match against Real Mallo
  
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• Legendary Inter Milan President Names His 80th Birthday Wish: “Champions League Has Special Flavor”

  14-05-2025 11:51 via sempreinter.com
  Legendary Inter Milan President Names His 80th Birthday Wish: “Champions League Has Special Flavor”Former Inter Milan chairman Massimo Moratti admitted he’d prefer Champions League glory over a second consecutive Scudetto.During his recent interview with Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Moratti made his birthday wish.The legendary Nerazzurri figure will turn 80 in two days.For nearly two decades, Massimo Moratti was the heart and soul of Inter.Indeed, he lived for these co
  
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• Liverpool ‘Exploring’ Rodrygo Deal Amid Signs of Real Madrid Discontent

  14-05-2025 11:50 via anfieldindex.com
  Liverpool ‘Exploring’ Rodrygo Deal Amid Signs of Real Madrid DiscontentLiverpool Make Play for Rodrygo as Summer Strategy SharpensLiverpool Step Up Interest in RodrygoLiverpool have made what was described on The Transfer Show podcast as “an active play” to sign Rodrygo, with the Brazilian forward emerging as a key attacking target for the summer.Dave Davis, speaking with Trev Downey on Anfield Index, stated firmly: “Liverpool are making an active attempt to try and
  
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• Picture: Juventus unveil new 2025-2026 home kit

  14-05-2025 11:46 via football-italia.net
  Picture: Juventus unveil new 2025-2026 home kitJuventus have officially unveiled the new home kit that the Bianconeri will wear during the 2025–26 season.The shirt features a twist on the classic design, with black and white stripes in varying widths, while both the club crest and sponsor logo stand out in pink.ROME, ITALY – MAY 10: Randal Kolo Muani of Juventus celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and Juventus at Stadio Olimpico on
  
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