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• Look beyond Sheehan? It would be a major call now

  22-04-2025 05:36 via bbc.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Alan Sheehan has helped Swansea City claim 23 points in 11 games since taking over as caretaker boss in mid-February.It is form which would be deemed acceptable at any club in the Championship given that Sheehan's points return – when reproduced over a full season, of course – would almost certainly be good enough to deliver automatic promotion.The fact that this sparkling run has come after Swansea's desperate spell at the start of 2025 makes it all the mor
  
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• National team manager delighted by Real Madrid superstar’s return to setup – ‘I need winners’

  07-05-2025 13:24 via madriduniversal.com
  National team manager delighted by Real Madrid superstar’s return to setup – ‘I need winners’After over a year out of the Belgium national team setup, Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made his comeback with the Red Devils in March earlier this year.The 32-year-old goalkeeper had a falling out with previous Belgium manager Domenico Tedesco and decided to walk away from the national team as a result.However, with Tedesco being replaced by Rudi Garcia as the manager o
  
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• Timing is reason for Arsenal's lack of trophies - Arteta

  07-05-2025 13:21 via bbc.com
  
  Mikel Arteta believes timing is the reason Arsenal have not managed to win as many trophies as they would have liked over recent seasons.The Gunners will seek to keep alive their last hope of winning silverware this season by overturning a 1-0 first leg deficit against Paris St-Germain on Wednesday (20:00 BST) to reach the Champions League final.The Spaniard said success was about being in the right place at the right time and pointed out that Liverpool sealed this season's Premier League with f
  
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• Injured Maddison could miss start of pre-season

  07-05-2025 13:18 via bbc.com
  
  James Maddison sustained the injury in Tottenham's win over Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League [Getty Images]Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison is a doubt for the start of pre-season with the serious knee injury he suffered against Bodo/Glimt last week.BBC Sport revealed on Monday that Maddison was almost certain to miss the final weeks of this season - potentially including a Europa League final - as Tottenham determined the full extent of the injury.That remains the case, and it is under
  
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• Goalkeeper Farman heads list of Barrow departures

  07-05-2025 13:16 via bbc.com
  
  Goalkeeper Paul Farman heads a list of eight players who are set to leave League Two Barrow this summer.Farman, 35, played 179 games for the Bluebirds after signing from Carlisle United four years ago.He is joined in leaving by defenders Theo Vassell, Junior Tiensia, Mazeed Ogungbo and Sam Barnes, winger Charlie Kirk and forwards Ged Garner and Dom Telford.Meanwhile, Barrow remain in discussions with Robbie Gotts, Elliot Newby, Kian Spence and Dean Campbell, while David Worrall is in conversatio
  
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• Paris FC’s Michel Denisot: ‘The idea is not to bring Kylian Mbappé back to Paris.’

  07-05-2025 13:00 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  Paris FC’s Michel Denisot: ‘The idea is not to bring Kylian Mbappé back to Paris.’Paris FC are at a major turning point in their history. The club were bought by the Arnault family earlier this season with Red Bull also arriving as an associate that will manage the sporting strategy. Following that takeover, which now makes them a big-hitter on a domestic level, Les Parisiens secured promotion to Ligue 1. Paris FC’s new stadium will be just a matter
  
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• AZ Alkmaar to appeal red card for pantomime villain Wouter Goes

  07-05-2025 12:59 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  AZ Alkmaar to appeal red card for pantomime villain Wouter GoesAZ Alkmaar are appealing the settlement proposal that Wouter Goes received after his red card against Go Ahead Eagles (W0-3). The much-discussed defender was sent off the field after a wild tackle on Enric Llansana.On Sunday afternoon, the AZ defender caused a stir when he made an ill-judged tackle in injury time in the match against Go Ahead Eagles. That match was tense enough already, following the aftermath of the KNVB cup final.T
  
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• Barcelona should learn Inter lesson rather than complaining about referee

  07-05-2025 12:58 via football-italia.net
  Barcelona should learn Inter lesson rather than complaining about refereeBarcelona coach Hansi Flick and his players were highly critical of referee Szymon Marciniak, but Lorenzo Bettoni argues the Catalans should learn a lesson from the Nerazzurri rather than complain.Inter-Barcelona was one of the most incredible ties in football’s history, and saw the Nerazzurri qualify for the Champions League Final for the second time in three years after a memorable 7-6 aggregate win.The second-leg s
  
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• Inter star laughs at Lamine Yamal on social media after Champions League win

  07-05-2025 12:54 via football-espana.net
  Inter star laughs at Lamine Yamal on social media after Champions League winBarcelona star Lamine Yamal put in two brilliant performances against Inter over the course of the semi-final, but being the main protagonist, will not be saved any shots despite his young age. Inter forward Marcus Thuram was the first in line to take his after the game.Curiously, the French forward was one of the first to commiserate with Lamine Yamal on the pitch, and was seen hugging the teenage forward after the game
  
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• Wolves are leading the race to sign £50m Liverpool star

  07-05-2025 12:50 via eplindex.com
  
  Wolves are leading the race to sign £50m Liverpool starHarvey Elliott’s Defining Summer: Loyalty, Frustration and a £40m ConundrumSlow Season, Big MomentsHarvey Elliott may have lifted the Premier League trophy with Liverpool this season, but his personal journey has been far from triumphant, and a wove away from Anfield seems very likely report TalkSport. The 21-year-old midfielder, once a breakout star under Jurgen Klopp, endured his most frustrating campaign in red, making o
  
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• Premier League clubs target Liverpool star in potential summer exit

  07-05-2025 12:50 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Premier League clubs target Liverpool star in potential summer exitReport: Premier League Rivals Target Liverpool Midfielder in Potential £40m DealOpportunities Drying Up for Elliott at AnfieldThere was a time, not so long ago, when Harvey Elliott felt like the heartbeat of Liverpool’s future. A precocious talent with vision, tenacity, and a genuine love for the badge, Elliott was seen as a cornerstone of the next era. But football doesn’t move in straight lines, and Elliott&rs
  
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• Inter Milan and Barcelona produced a legendary semi-final – but where does it rank in Champions League history?

  07-05-2025 12:48 via independent.co.uk
  
  After a game that pushed emotions to extremes, an exhausted Simone Inzaghi became philosophical.“Yes, we suffered,” the Inter Milan manager said, before hailing his side’s jaw-dropping 7-6 aggregate win over Barcelona. “But there is no final without a little suffering.”That’s at least for anyone on the pitch, or those with an emotional connection to either club. For everyone else, such exertions just created full enjoyment; total spectacle; complete glory&hell
  
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• Sergio Aguero reveals how he learned English at Manchester City without a teacher or ‘ever picking up a pencil’

  07-05-2025 12:30 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Sergio Aguero reveals how he learned English at Manchester City without a teacher or ‘ever picking up a pencil’Legendary former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has revealed how he went about learning English at the Etihad Stadium without ever having a teacher.The iconic Argentine forward established himself as Manchester City’s greatest-ever striker over the course of a 10-season period at the club, holding the title for the all-time record goalscorer to date.While many b
  
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• Relief for Barcelona as key defender will be fit for Real Madrid clash after injury scare

  07-05-2025 12:29 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Relief for Barcelona as key defender will be fit for Real Madrid clash after injury scareBarcelona were left with a major concern when key defender Inigo Martinez left the pitch holding his hamstring during the 76th minute of their UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg vs Inter Milan at San Siro.The centre-back was physically struggling and immediately requested a substitution, with Ronald Araujo coming on in his place – a decision that may have cost the Catalans the game as the Urug
  
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• Poland Referee Saved By VAR On Number Of Occasions In Inter Milan 4-3 Barcelona Clash

  07-05-2025 12:29 via sempreinter.com
  Poland Referee Saved By VAR On Number Of Occasions In Inter Milan 4-3 Barcelona ClashSzymon Marciniak failed to meet expectations in last night’s high-octane Champions League showdown between Inter Milan and Barcelona.Per Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Polish referee had VAR to bail him out several times.Indeed, his on-field decisions were not always spot-on, especially when they seemed to favor Barcelona.It wasn’t a flawless display from one of Europe’s most highly-
  
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• Why are artificial football pitches unpopular?

  07-05-2025 12:27 via bbc.com
  
  Artificial football pitches - made primarily of plastic - have several significant drawbacks that make them widely unpopular at elite level.Though the surfaces have improved dramatically since the 1980s, there is a perception of increased risk of injury, plus an impact on a team's style of play and - more broadly - the environment.Artificial pitches tend to be harder than real grass, which can increase the risk of injury to players.Turning is made harder on the knees and ankles by the tougher gr
  
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• Arsene Wenger disgusted by Inter penalty decision – ‘Look at what Lautaro Martinez is doing’

  07-05-2025 12:21 via football-espana.net
  Arsene Wenger disgusted by Inter penalty decision – ‘Look at what Lautaro Martinez is doing’Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was disgusted by the decision to award a penalty against Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi on Tuesday night, as he made a last-ditch challenge on Inter star Lautaro Martinez. For Wenger, Martinez was playing for the penalty.Inter pulled through in the dying minutes of the game against Barcelona, and struck the winner in the first half of extra time, but
  
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• 🎧 Deja vu? Stoke City's season review

  07-05-2025 12:20 via bbc.com
  
  "Frustrating, a bit of deja vu in there as well. Chaotic with the number of managerial changes. Tense towards the end as they continued to flirt with relegation."I think you can sum it up by saying [it's] one to put well behind the club, the fanbase and everybody else."We'll get this season review out the way and then never think about it again hopefully."Those are the thoughts of BBC Radio Stoke commentator Mark Elliott following the end of Stoke City's season, which saw the Potters finish 18th
  
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• Wenger ‘highly against’ Inter penalty kick despite VAR

  07-05-2025 12:18 via football-italia.net
  Wenger ‘highly against’ Inter penalty kick despite VARFormer Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger believes Inter should not have been given a penalty kick for a Pau Cubarsí foul on Lautaro Martinez: ‘I’m highly against using slow motion. At normal pace, this is a great tackle.’The Nerazzurri secured a memorable 4-3 win over Barcelona on Tuesday, qualifying for the Champions League Final for the second time in three years after a 7-6 aggregate win.The Serie A giants ha
  
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• Italy Veteran Defender Stands Out In Inter Milan Sensational Victory Vs Barcelona

  07-05-2025 12:15 via sempreinter.com
  Italy Veteran Defender Stands Out In Inter Milan Sensational Victory Vs BarcelonaFrancesco Acerbi soaked up the limelight as a headline performer in last night’s breathtaking clash between Inter Milan and Barcelona.Per Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 37-year-old earned the highest rating for his world-class performance.Despite being 37, Francesco Acerbi remains the pillar of Inter’s backline.Last night, his leadership skills, defensive prowess, and newfound goalscoring inst
  
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• 🚨 WSL reveals nominees for Player, Manager and Goal of the Season

  07-05-2025 12:13 via onefootball.com
  
  🚨 WSL reveals nominees for Player, Manager and Goal of the SeasonThe Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) has officially unveiled the nominees for the 2024/25 Player of the Season, Manager of the Season and Goal of the Season awards.Player of the SeasonNine players from across the league have been recognised for their exceptional performances throughout the campaign. The shortlist is:Alessia Russo (Arsenal) – A key attacking presence for the Gunners with consistent goal-scorin
  
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• Jordi Cruyff enjoyed Barcelona performance despite defeat: ‘My father would be proud’

  07-05-2025 12:12 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Jordi Cruyff enjoyed Barcelona performance despite defeat: ‘My father would be proud’Barcelona went down fighting last night, losing a truly thrilling Champions League second leg 4-3 (7-6 on aggregate) at San Siro in what is likely the game of the season.This determined fighting spirit earned praise from both Jordi Cruyff and Luis Suárez, as the two figures’ comments were highlighted by Voetbal International after the spectacle.“If my father had been allowed to cho
  
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• Barcelona veteran refuses to blame referee for 4-3 loss vs Inter – ‘No need to make excuses’

  07-05-2025 12:07 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Barcelona veteran refuses to blame referee for 4-3 loss vs Inter – ‘No need to make excuses’Barcelona’s treble dreams came crashing down last night as Inter Milan defeated them 4-3 after extra time in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final, sending them out of the tournament.It was yet another tightly-contested affair after the first leg that had ended in a 3-3 draw and after the result, there has been a lot of criticism aimed at referee Szymon Marciniak f
  
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• Hertha Berlin wants to offer Fabian Reese a lifetime contract

  07-05-2025 12:04 via getfootballnewsgermany.com
  Hertha Berlin wants to offer Fabian Reese a lifetime contractkicker reports that Hertha Berlin are interested in giving attacker Fabian Reese a lifetime contract at the club as they look to avoid loosing their talismann.Reese signed an extension in the Hauptstadt until 2028 at the beginning of last year, and during his time at the club since joining from Holstein Kiel, the 27-year-old has proved integral to the club as they try and find a way to gain promotion to the Bundesliga.With Reese&r
  
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• Argentina Megastar & Swiss Veteran Earn Highest Ratings In Inter Milan Spectacular Win Vs Barcelona

  07-05-2025 12:01 via sempreinter.com
  Argentina Megastar & Swiss Veteran Earn Highest Ratings In Inter Milan Spectacular Win Vs BarcelonaLautaro Martinez and Yann Sommer ran the show in Inter Milan’s outstanding win against Barcelona last night.According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, they were the two highest-rated Nerazzurri stars in a 4-3 thriller.Simone Inzaghi silenced his critics as Inter edged out one of Europe’s most in-form sides in incredible circumstances.Indeed, they went from a 2-0 up to 3-2 do
  
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• Video: Henry, Carragher and Micah Richards react to Acerbi’s late goal for Inter

  07-05-2025 11:57 via football-italia.net
  Video: Henry, Carragher and Micah Richards react to Acerbi’s late goal for InterA video shows the live reaction from CBS pundits Thierry Henry, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher to Francesco Acerbi’s dramatic equaliser in Inter-Barcelona.The Italian defender scored a late goal to send the second leg of the Champions League semifinal against Barcelona to extra time.epa12078775 FC Inter’s Francesco Acerbi (L) scores the 3-3 goal during the UEFA Champions League semifinal 2nd leg
  
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• Barcelona man Inigo Martinez reacts to spitting incident with Inter’s Francesco Acerbi

  07-05-2025 11:54 via football-espana.net
  Barcelona man Inigo Martinez reacts to spitting incident with Inter’s Francesco AcerbiBarcelona veteran Inigo Martinez has denied accusations that he spat at Inter defender Francesco Acerbi on Tuesday night, following Inter’s second goal. The two had to be separated by their teammates in the aftermath, with VAR checking for a red card in the process.The incident occurred after Hakan Calhanoglu’s penalty towards the end of the first half, as the Turkish playmaker converted the s
  
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• Two Italian giants leading the race to sign Liverpool forward

  07-05-2025 11:50 via anfieldindex.com
  
  Two Italian giants leading the race to sign Liverpool forwardFederico Chiesa and the Misadventure at Anfield: What Went Wrong?Symbolism in a SubstitutionWhen Federico Chiesa stepped onto the Stamford Bridge turf for his fifth Premier League appearance of the season, the symbolism was impossible to ignore. It wasn’t a coronation—it was an obligation. Five appearances. Eighteen minutes max per game. That was enough for a medal, but barely a whisper of a contribution to Liverpool’
  
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• “It’s Not Over Yet” – Arsenal Legend Previews Huge Champions League Clash with PSG

  07-05-2025 11:50 via eplindex.com
  
  “It’s Not Over Yet” – Arsenal Legend Previews Huge Champions League Clash with PSGExclusive: Arsenal Legend Previews Huge PSG ClashArsenal’s entire 2024/25 season, and some would say Mikel Arteta’s reign at the club, has come down to tonight’s UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg clash with PSG. Off the back of a 0-1 home defeat to the Parisians at the Emirates Stadium, it’s gonna take a historic performance to secure a spot in the final.It
  
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• Inter Milan & Iran Superstar Unsurprised By Reaching Champions League Final: “That Was Our Objective”

  07-05-2025 11:46 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan & Iran Superstar Unsurprised By Reaching Champions League Final: “That Was Our Objective”Iran international Mehdi Taremi finally showed glimpses of his quality in last night’s epic game between Inter Milan and Barcelona.Speaking to InterTV via FCInterNews, the ex-Porto striker discussed one of the most fantastic meetings in Champions League history.A sold-out San Siro was in for a treat as Inter and Barcelona engaged in a gladiatorial battle, with the Nerazzurri
  
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