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Emotion the key for inconsistent Dortmund against Barcelona
AFP · one year ago
Enduring another disappointing domestic season, Borussia Dortmund will take inspiration from last year's incredible European run ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg at Barcelona.
Villa's Rashford targets PSG hat-trick as Asensio returns in Champions League
AFP · one year ago
Marcus Rashford returns to Paris Saint-Germain with Aston Villa on Wednesday seeking a hat-trick of wins at the home of the French champions while Marco Asensio can hurt his parent club.
De Jong revival helping Barca dream as Dortmund visit
AFP · one year ago
Barcelona's improvement under Hansi Flick helped Frenkie de Jong return to form and in return the Dutchman's presence has allowed his club to aspire to new heights this season.
Newcastle step up Champions League chase as dismal Leicester slump again
AFP · one year ago
Newcastle coasted to a 3-0 win over sorry Leicester on Monday to step up their Champions League charge and condemn the Foxes to an eighth straight Premier League defeat without scoring.
Napoli give Serie A leaders Inter reprieve with Bologna draw
AFP · one year ago
Napoli let Serie A leaders Inter Milan off the hook on Monday after being held to a 1-1 draw at Champion League chasers Bologna, who missed the chance to move into third place.
Napoli give Serie A leaders Inter a let-off with Bologna draw
AFP · one year ago
Napoli let Serie A leaders Inter Milan off the hook on Monday after being held to a 1-1 draw at Champion League chasers Bologna, who missed the chance to move into third place.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Courtois fit to face Arsenal in Champions League
AFP · one year ago
Thibaut Courtois has declared himself he "fully fit" for the first leg of Real Madrid's Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal on Tuesday.
Kane in 'top three' for Ballon d'Or, says Klinsmann
AFP · one year ago
Former Germany forward Jurgen Klinsmann said Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane should be considered among the favourites for the next Ballon d'Or.
Montpellier axe coach Gasset as Ligue 1 relegation looms
AFP · one year ago
Montpellier axed coach Jean-Louis Gasset on Monday after five months in the job as a run of nine straight defeats leaves the club bottom of Ligue 1 and facing relegation.
Van Dijk reveals 'progress' in talks over new Liverpool contract
AFP · one year ago
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has said "progress" has been made in talks over a much-discussed new deal to keep him at Anfield.
Dortmund defender Schlotterbeck ruled out for season with injury
AFP · one year ago
Borussia Dortmund centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck will not play again this season after tearing the meniscus in his left knee, the club said on Monday.
Arteta says Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on 'biggest night' of career
AFP · one year ago
Mikel Arteta has no doubt that Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on the "biggest night" of his career in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Bayern will not 'change goals' despite injury woes, says Kompany
AFP · one year ago
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany refused to rein in his ambitions despite an injury crisis which has ripped through the side ahead of Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final clash with Inter Milan.
Inter captain Martinez fined 5,000 euros for blasphemy
AFP · one year ago
Lautaro Martinez has avoided a suspension for blasphemy after the Inter Milan captain agreed a fine with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) for offensive language during a defeat to arch-rivals Juventus.
Arsenal's Saka says injury break 'really good' mentally
AFP · one year ago
Bukayo Saka said Monday his enforced injury break was "really good" for him mentally as he set his sights on staying at Arsenal for the long term.
La Liga appeal decision allowing Barcelona's Olmo to play again
AFP · one year ago
Spain's La Liga on Monday filed an appeal and requested precautionary measures against the ruling issued by the Spanish sports council (CSD) authorising Barcelona players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor to play until the end of the season.
Southampton sack manager Juric after Premier League relegation
AFP · one year ago
Southampton have sacked manager Ivan Juric following their relegation from the Premier League, the club announced Monday.
Fowler hits the target as Matildas down South Korea
AFP · one year ago
Manchester City striker Mary Fowler hit the target as Australia's Matildas secured consecutive wins against South Korea with a 2-0 victory on Monday.
Spurs boss Postecoglou glad of Johnson revival ahead of Europa quarter-final
AFP · one year ago
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou said he was delighted that Brennan Johnson returned to goalscoring form against Southampton ahead of Thursday's Europa League quarter-final with Eintracht Frankfurt.
African players in Europe: Iwobi ends goal drought to help sink Reds
AFP · one year ago
Nigeria international Alex Iwobi scored for the first time in 15 matches in all competitions to help Fulham shock Premier League leaders Liverpool 3-2 at the weekend.
