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• Villa Park expansion 'shows owners' ambition'

  24-04-2025 12:43 via bbc.com
  
  [Getty Images]Aston Villa's announcement of expansion plans to extend the capacity of Villa Park to more than 50,000 is another indicator of the ambition fuelling the club's revival under manager Unai Emery.Under the ownership of executive chairman Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens, Villa have been restored to the elite levels, reaching the Champions League quarter-finals, where they were narrowly beaten on aggregate by Paris St Germain.Emery, working alongside his long-time cohort Monchi, Villa's pr
  
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• 'I don't want to be squad player' - Rice on Rangers role

  10-05-2025 13:33 via bbc.com
  
  [SNS]Bailey Rice is determined to cement his status as a Rangers first-team regular, regardless of who the manager will be next season.The 18-year-old midfielder made his debut for the club away to Livingston in February 2023, but further progress has been gradual.After featuring just twice as a late substitute in the 2023-24 campaign, he has made nine appearances this term, three of which have been starts.Barry Ferguson take interim charge in February, but there is uncertainty over who will be
  
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• 'True inspiration' - Scotland great Ross to retire

  10-05-2025 13:29 via bbc.com
  
  Rangers striker Jane Ross retires as Scotland women's second top scorer of all time [SNS]Scotland great Jane Ross will retire from football at the end of the season, the Rangers striker has confirmed.The 35-year-old is the women's national team's second top scorer of all time, and fourth most capped player, netting 62 goals from 151 games since her debut in 2009.Across 19 seasons, Ross has represented six clubs over three separate countries, winning multiple domestic honours with the likes of Gl
  
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• Inter Milan Begin Process Of Allocating Champions League Final Vs PSG Tickets With Demand Sky-High

  10-05-2025 13:23 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan Begin Process Of Allocating Champions League Final Vs PSG Tickets With Demand Sky-HighInter Milan have begun the process of allocating tickets for the Champions League final against PSG, with demand sky-high.This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They note that the club are allocating based on long-term fan loyalty.Inter Milan will take on Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the Champions League at the end of May.
  
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• Postecoglou on Son, Romero and 4G surfaces

  10-05-2025 13:20 via bbc.com
  
  Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace (kick-off 14:15).Here are the key lines from his news conference:On if Son Heung-min will feature: "Everyone got through Thursday OK and we're half hopeful that we can get Sonny some minutes tomorrow. He'll be the only one who can really come back in."Longer-term injuries James Maddison, Lucas Bergvall and Radu Dragusin are all out for the season.On who will be missing after
  
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• Jude Bellingham set for positional change under Xabi Alonso

  10-05-2025 13:12 via football-espana.net
  Jude Bellingham set for positional change under Xabi AlonsoReal Madrid star Jude Bellingham surprised the world last season, moving into a much more offensive role and scoring plenty of goals. Carlo Ancelotti’s masterstroke has run its course though for Los Blancos, who are planning a change of position.Following the exit of Karim Benzema, and with Joselu Mato the only striker signed, Ancelotti designed a system with Bellingham arriving in the final third from deep, and Vinicius Junior and
  
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• Inter Milan To Pay €10M In Bonuses To The Squad If They Beat PSG In Champions League Final

  10-05-2025 13:09 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan To Pay €10M In Bonuses To The Squad If They Beat PSG In Champions League FinalInter Milan will pay the squad €10 million in bonuses if they are to beat PSG in the Champions League final.This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.Inter Milan will take on Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the Champions League at the end of May.This will be the second time in just three seasons that the Nerazzurri play in Euro
  
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• Official: Barcelona duo receive medical green light ahead of Real Madrid clash

  10-05-2025 13:05 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Official: Barcelona duo receive medical green light ahead of Real Madrid clashWith FC Barcelona set to square off against Real Madrid in a title-deciding encounter in La Liga on Sunday, they have received a major double boost.As was expected, youngsters Alejandro Balde and Marc Casado have officially received the green light from the medical department to return to action after recovering from their injuries.Balde had been out of action since the second week of April when he was sidelined with a
  
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• Real Madrid legend would ‘choose Acerbi’ over security system

  10-05-2025 13:03 via football-italia.net
  Real Madrid legend would ‘choose Acerbi’ over security systemReal Madrid legend Toni Kroos was impressed by Francesco Acerbi’s performance against Barcelona, saying that he’d pick the Inter defender over a security system.The former Germany international commented on Inter’s epic win over Barcelona on the Einfach mal Luppen podcast.The Nerazzurri secured a 7-6 aggregate victory to qualify for the Champions League Final, and Kroos was particularly impressed by Acerbi
  
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• Newcastle v Chelsea: crucial questions in too-close-to-call race for Champions League

  10-05-2025 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and Alexander Isak and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson are vital players for their sides.Composite: Guardian Picture Desk; SPP/Shutterstock; PA Images; Tom Jenkins/The GuardianHow they are shaping up for this key clash?Newcastle: If recent form seems encouraging – Newcastle are seeking an eighth victory in 10 league games – they will miss the combative presence of the injured Joelinton on the left of Eddie Howe’s midfield three. J
  
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• Liverpool vs Arsenal Prediction: Van Dijk 17/1 to Help Down Gunners

  10-05-2025 13:00 via independent.co.uk
  
  Liverpool vs Arsenal Betting TipsLiverpool to win - 11/10 BetfredVirgil van Dijk to score with a header - 17/1 UnibetIt’s first against second in the Premier League on Sunday when Liverpool host Arsenal in Sunday’s late kick-off. It’s the first time the Reds have been back at Anfield since securing their 20th League title, and sit 15 points clear of Mikel Arteta’s side, who could struggle to even finish second.It has not been a good week for the Gunners, who were knocked
  
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• Is FC Volendam’s Henk Veerman the Simon Terodde of the Dutch Eerste Divisie?

  10-05-2025 13:00 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Is FC Volendam’s Henk Veerman the Simon Terodde of the Dutch Eerste Divisie?Friday night saw the Dutch second tier’s regular season come to a close. Both FC Volendam and Excelsior were already promoted before the final matches as they make an immediate return to the Eredivisie. For FC Volendam, their success was built off the back of two veteran goal scorers in Henk Veerman and Robert Mühren. Together, the two combined for an impressive 44 of the sides 87 goals. Yet, the two als
  
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• Arne Slot to REPLACE Robertson and Alexander-Arnold with Feyenoord full-back pair

  10-05-2025 13:00 via anfieldwatch.co.uk
  
  Arne Slot to REPLACE Robertson and Alexander-Arnold with Feyenoord full-back pairLiverpool are facing uncertainty in both full-back positions ahead of the summer transfer window. Trent Alexander-Arnold is leaving - confirming last week that he would depart once his contract expires in summer 2025. He is expected to join Real Madrid on a free transfer and Liverpool have lined up Conor Bradley to take over Trent’s duties.But the club are also doing their due diligence on other contenders for
  
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• 'No complacency - it's not done yet'

  10-05-2025 12:58 via bbc.com
  
  [Getty Images]Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris says his side will not fall into the trap of thinking the hard work is done after beating Coventry City in the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final.Eliezer Mayenda's late winner at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Friday night gave the Black Cats a 2-1 advantage to take into Tuesday's second leg at the Stadium of Light.But Le Bris told BBC Radio Newcastle: "We'll have another tough game at home, so it's not done."It's really cl
  
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• Inter Milan Could Sign A Starting-Quality Striker This Summer – But Still Keep Lautaro & Thuram

  10-05-2025 12:55 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan Could Sign A Starting-Quality Striker This Summer – But Still Keep Lautaro & ThuramInter Milan could sign a starting-quality striker this summer, but still hold onto Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram.This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.There is certainly little doubt that Inter Milan will make one or two attacking signings this summer.Marko Arnautovic and Joaquin Correa are out of contract at the end
  
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• Mohamed Salah admits to ‘tension’ with ex-Liverpool teammate Sadio Mane but insists: ‘I wasn’t selfish’

  10-05-2025 12:52 via independent.co.uk
  
  Mohamed Salah has admitted there was “tension” with Sadio Mane while the pair starred as teammates for Liverpool, as the Egyptian defended himself against accusations that he was selfish on the pitch.Salah and Mane were Liverpool’s main sources of goals during the height of Jurgen Klopp’s reign at Anfield, and they won the Premier League and Champions League during a five-year spell together at the club. Mane left in 2022 to join Bayern Munich, before switching to play fo
  
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• Arsenal ‘Close’ to Signing Another La Liga Star to Join Martin Zubimendi – Report

  10-05-2025 12:50 via eplindex.com
  
  Arsenal ‘Close’ to Signing Another La Liga Star to Join Martin Zubimendi – ReportArsenal’s Goalkeeping Future: Joan Garcia Emerges as Surprise Target in Pivotal Summer RebuildAs the dust settles on Arsenal’s semi-final exit from the Champions League, attention has quickly turned to what promises to be one of the club’s most consequential transfer windows in recent memory. While headlines are understandably dominated by the pursuit of a marquee forward, The Ind
  
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• Ranieri previews Atalanta clash

  10-05-2025 12:47 via romapress.net
  Ranieri previews Atalanta clashRoma manager Claudio Ranieri addressed the media ahead of the upcoming clash with Atalanta.Here are his words:”Friedkin? It was a very good meeting, the president complimented everyone for our results.”“He knows that something has gone wrong in recent years and he wants to do well. I can tell you this much.””I also talked to Friedkin about what my role will be. I will have a say in the corporate dynamics and this is very important.&rdq
  
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• Hansi Flick calls up another new face to Barcelona training ahead of El Clasico

  10-05-2025 12:46 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Hansi Flick calls up another new face to Barcelona training ahead of El ClasicoBarcelona stepped up preparations for Sunday’s El Clasico against Real Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.A win for the Blaugrana would virtually seal their La Liga title triumph while at the same time, a loss could allow Real Madrid to mount a late charge for the trophy.Leading up to the game, Barcelona have welcomed the likes of Alejandro Balde and Marc Casado to group training with the pair expected to b
  
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• Youssef El Kachati’s 19 league goals fires Telstar into promotion play-offs for the first time since 2018

  10-05-2025 12:44 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Youssef El Kachati’s 19 league goals fires Telstar into promotion play-offs for the first time since 2018Telstar beat Emmen on Friday night to secure their place in the Eerste Divise play-offs for the first time since the 2017/2018 season. The side won 3-0 to finish seventh, their highest finish since that season. It is a remarkable turnaround considering the club ended the 2023/2024 season in 17th place. This also comes despite losing then top scorer Zakaria Eddahchouri midway through the
  
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• Jürgen Klopp to attend Paris FC vs Ajaccio as part of Red Bull duties

  10-05-2025 12:41 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  Jürgen Klopp to attend Paris FC vs Ajaccio as part of Red Bull dutiesAccording to L’Équipe, Jürgen Klopp will be in attendance at Stade de Charléty this afternoon to watch Paris FC take on AC Ajaccio as part of the final matchday of action in Ligue 2. The visit from the former Liverpool manager falls in line with his duties controlling Red Bull’s football operation. Following his departure from Anfield, Klopp was appointed as the Global Head of Footb
  
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• Inter Milan Ready To Spend Big This Summer With ‘Avalanche’ Of Champions League Prize Money

  10-05-2025 12:38 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan Ready To Spend Big This Summer With ‘Avalanche’ Of Champions League Prize MoneyInter Milan are ready to spend big during the summer transfer window with the cash they’ve raked in from the Champions League.This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.The summer transfer window is very nearly upon Inter Milan.And the Nerazzurri will know that they need to revamp what is an aging squad.However, despite the
  
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• Florian Wirtz told to snub Manchester City for Bayern Munich by German football legend

  10-05-2025 12:35 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Florian Wirtz told to snub Manchester City for Bayern Munich by German football legendFormer Bayern Munich and Germany National Team midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger has advised Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz to snub Manchester City for Bayern Munich this summer.Wirtz is top of Manchester City’s target list to replace the outgoing Kevin De Bruyne and it is understood the 21-year-old attacking midfielder has been impressed with Pep Guardiola’s overtures to lure him to the Etihad
  
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• Union St Gilloise v Anderlecht preview: Les Unionistes look to move four points clear at the top

  10-05-2025 12:30 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  Union St Gilloise v Anderlecht preview: Les Unionistes look to move four points clear at the topUnion St Gilloise are three wins away from winning their first top flight title since 1935, and could establish a four-point cushion over title-rivals Brugge, ahead of their match at Genk on Sunday. They take on an Anderlecht side, still reeling from their cup final defeat to Brugge last weekend, at Lotto park. Nieuwsblad reports that coach Sebastian Pocognoli is welcoming back a few injured players t
  
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• WATCH: Ronald Araujo balled out by teammate during Inter-Barcelona

  10-05-2025 12:27 via football-espana.net
  WATCH: Ronald Araujo balled out by teammate during Inter-BarcelonaIt has been a tough year for Ronald Araujo, with the nadir probably coming against Inter, as he found himself ‘in the photo’ of Inter’s equaliser and winner in the Champions League semi-final on Tuesday. The Uruguayan has been dealing with heavy criticism in the aftermath of the game.Last year in the Champions League, Araujo was at the end of the finger of blame as Barcelona went out at the hands of Paris Saint-G
  
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• Real Madrid plan to deploy fan-favourite in new role next season – report

  10-05-2025 12:27 via madriduniversal.com
  
  Real Madrid plan to deploy fan-favourite in new role next season – reportXabi Alonso’s appointment as the next Real Madrid coach appears to be imminent, especially after the Spaniard confirmed his exit from Bayer Leverkusen this week.Upon his arrival, Alonso is expected to make widespread tactical changes to the Real Madrid team so that it can once again compete for titles.One of the changes could revolve around Jude Bellingham, who has been a subject of criticism due to his recent p
  
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• KV Mechelen v Standard Liège preview: Liége aiming to stop the rot against Mechelen

  10-05-2025 12:26 via getfootballnewsbene.com
  KV Mechelen v Standard Liège preview: Liége aiming to stop the rot against MechelenLes Rouches are winless in 27 play-off matches and manager Ivan Leko remains frustrated at the number of senior players he has available. As reported by DH Sports, Leko said: “It’s difficult to prepare for a match with 12-13 players. It’s impossible to train in normal conditions to prepare for a league match. It’s a new situation for me, one that I have to learn to live with.
  
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• Journalist reveals fans’ reaction as he walks around Naples with McTominay Scotland shirt

  10-05-2025 12:26 via football-italia.net
  Journalist reveals fans’ reaction as he walks around Naples with McTominay Scotland shirtThe Herald Scotland Chief Football Writer, Matthew Lindsay, spent a day in Naples wearing a Scott McTominay shirt and described the exciting reaction from Napoli fans.Former Manchester United midfielder McTominay is playing a key role in the Partenopei’s race for the Serie A title with 11 goals and four assists in 31 league appearances.He has quickly become one of the fans’ idols at the Sta
  
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• Inter Milan Star Spotted At Parc Des Princes For PSG 2-1 Arsenal Champions League Clash

  10-05-2025 12:25 via sempreinter.com
  Inter Milan Star Spotted At Parc Des Princes For PSG 2-1 Arsenal Champions League ClashBenjamin Pavard was at the Parc des Princes for Wednesday’s Champions League clash between PSG and Arsenal.This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews. They note that the Frenchman could have been taking the opportunity to scout Inter’s opposition for the final.Paris Saint-Germain overcame Arsenal in a Champions League semifinal second leg on Wednesday.The Parisians won 2-1 on the night. Therefore
  
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• Chelsea have ‘Opened Talks’ to Sign £63m AC Milan Forward – Report

  10-05-2025 12:20 via eplindex.com
  
  Chelsea have ‘Opened Talks’ to Sign £63m AC Milan Forward – ReportChelsea Lead Transfer Chase for Rafael Leão – But Can They Beat Arsenal to the Punch?Chelsea have entered the summer transfer window with intent, as reported by CaughtOffside, making informal contact over a move for AC Milan’s electrifying forward Rafael Leão. The Portuguese international has long been admired across Europe, and with initial talks already underway at Stamford Bridg
  
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