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Amorim unfazed by 'Free Mainoo' T-shirt ahead of Villa clash
AFP · 5 months ago
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said a provocative T-shirt stunt by Kobbie Mainoo's half-brother would not influence his selection decisions as he prepares for a visit to high-flying Aston Villa.
Guardiola 'excited' by Man City future, not pondering exit
AFP · 5 months ago
Pep Guardiola said Friday that his departure from Manchester City is "not on the table" at the moment as he focuses on trying to wrest back the Premier League title.
Czechs name veteran coach Koubek for World Cup play-offs
AFP · 5 months ago
The Czech Football Association said Friday it had appointed Miroslav Koubek as national coach for next two and and a half years, giving him time to prepare for the 2026 World Cup 2026 play-offs in March.
PSG penalty hero Safonov out until next year with broken hand
AFP · 5 months ago
Goalkeeper Matvei Safonov, the star of Paris Saint-Germain's Intercontinental Cup win, has a fracture in his left hand the club said on Friday.
Arsenal in the 'right place' as Arteta marks six years at club
AFP · 5 months ago
Mikel Arteta believes his transformation of Arsenal has put the Gunners in a position to win major trophies as he celebrates six years as manager.
Liverpool have 'moved on' from Salah furore, says upbeat Slot
AFP · 5 months ago
Arne Slot said Liverpool have "moved on" from the furore caused by Mohamed Salah's explosive outburst at being dropped and are showing signs of growing into the side he wants to see.
Chelsea's Maresca says Man City link '100 percent' speculation
AFP · 5 months ago
Enzo Maresca said Friday that reports linking him to the Manchester City manager's job were "100 percent" speculation, promising that he would still be at Chelsea next season.
Arsenal battle to stay top of Christmas charts
AFP · 5 months ago
Could fast-charging Manchester City top the Premier League at Christmas or will Arsenal cling on to the festive number one spot?
Napoli beat Milan in Italian Super Cup semi-final
AFP · 5 months ago
Napoli downed AC Milan 2-0 in Thursday's Italian Super Cup semi-final in Riyadh. David Neres opened the scoring near the break with Rasmus Hojlund's lightning low shot after the hour sealing the encounter at the King Saud University Stadium, one of the proposed venues for the 2034 World Cup.
59 injured in clashes after Colombia football final
AFP · 5 months ago
At least 59 people were injured in clashes between football fans during Colombia's cup final in the city of Medellin on Wednesday night, authorities said.
Argentina and Spain to meet in Qatar for intercontinental 'Finalissima'
AFP · 5 months ago
Spain, the European champions, and Argentina, the Copa America winners, will compete in the "Finalissima" international super final on March 27 in Qatar, the South American and European football confederations announced on Thursday.
Ecuadorean footballer Mario Pineida shot and killed
AFP · 5 months ago
Ecuadoran footballer Mario Pineida was shot and killed in the port city of Guayaquil on Wednesday, his team said.
Cherki inspires Man City, Newcastle strike late to reach League Cup semis
AFP · 5 months ago
Rayan Cherki's stunning strike put Manchester City on their way to the League Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Brentford, while holders Newcastle beat Fulham 2-1 on Wednesday.
Real Madrid scrape past third-tier Talavera in Spanish Cup
AFP · 5 months ago
A Kylian Mbappe brace helped Real Madrid avoid an upset at third-tier Talavera as Xabi Alonso's side scraped home 3-2 to stamp their ticket into the Spanish Cup last 16 on Wednesday.
Barcelona, Lyon and Chelsea reach Women's Champions League quarters
AFP · 5 months ago
Barcelona and Lyon clinched places in the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League on Wednesday, while Chelsea came from behind to beat Wolfsburg and qualify directly for the last eight.
Cherki inspires Man City cruise into League Cup semis
AFP · 5 months ago
Rayan Cherki's stunning strike put Manchester City on their way to the League Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Brentford on Wednesday.
Safonov hero as PSG beat Flamengo in Intercontinental Cup
AFP · 5 months ago
Back-up goalkeeper Matvei Safonov saved four penalties as Paris Saint-Germain edged out Brazilians Flamengo 2-1 in a shoot-out to win the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar on Wednesday.
Palace boss Glasner says contract talks on hold due to hectic schedule
AFP · 5 months ago
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner said Wednesday that talks over a potential new contract are on hold, with reports suggesting the club are drawing up a list of potential successors.
Veteran Suarez signs new Inter Miami contract
AFP · 5 months ago
Former Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has signed a contract with Inter Miami for the upcoming season, the Major League Soccer side said on Wednesday.
UK PM warns Abramovich 'clock is ticking' over Chelsea sale fund
AFP · 5 months ago
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday warned former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich "the clock is ticking" over the frozen £2.
