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Liverpool fans 'devastated' as title glory marred by tragedy
AFP · one year ago
Liverpool supporters Tuesday described their shock and sadness as dreams of seeing their heroes up close turned into a nightmare when a car ploughed into crowds celebrating the club's Premier League title triumph.
Amorim says Champions League absence could benefit Man Utd
AFP · one year ago
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said on Tuesday that missing out on Champions League football could be a blessing in disguise in his attempts to rebuild the fallen giants.
Goalkeeper Earps retires from England duty before Euro 2025
AFP · one year ago
England women's goalkeeper Mary Earps said on Tuesday she is retiring from international football weeks before the start of Euro 2025.
Ronaldo says Al-Nassr chapter 'over'
AFP · one year ago
Questions swirled over Cristiano Ronaldo's future in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, hours after the superstar indicated he might be leaving Al Nassr in a social media post, just hours following the end of the Saudi Pro League season.
Make or break for ageing Inter in Champions League final
AFP · one year ago
Inter Milan might not be favourites for the Champions League final but their thrilling run to Saturday's showdown with Paris Saint-Germain has shown the ageing Italian outfit can mix it with the best.
Football unites after car ploughs into Liverpool victory parade
AFP · one year ago
The football world united on Tuesday after 27 people were hospitalised when a car ploughed into a packed crowd celebrating Liverpool winning the Premier League.
Maresca targets European history for Chelsea in Conference League final
AFP · one year ago
Enzo Maresca is a man with a point to prove as he targets football history for Chelsea in Wednesday's UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis.
Antony revival boosts Betis dream of first Euro trophy
AFP · one year ago
Standing between Chelsea and the Conference League trophy is Real Betis winger Antony, and that means significantly more than it did five months ago.
With Champions League final, PSG see end in sight in quest for holy grail
AFP · one year ago
It has taken almost 15 years of huge spending by their Qatari owners and an overdue shift away from signing glamorous superstars, but Paris Saint-Germain go into Saturday's Champions League final against Inter Milan as favourites to finally win the coveted trophy for the first time.
Ronaldo announces Al-Nassr chapter 'over'
AFP · one year ago
Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo indicated on Monday that he could leave Al-Nassr after declaring that a "chapter is over" hours after the Saudi Pro League finished.
Car ramming leaves injured as Liverpool fans celebrate football triumph
AFP · one year ago
A car ploughed into football fans celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title victory on Monday injuring several people while police said a 53-year-old man had been detained.
Acerbi makes Italy return in 2026 World Cup qualifiers
AFP · one year ago
Francesco Acerbi was recalled to the Italy squad on Monday for upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Norway and Moldova.
Glasner challenges Palace to win more trophies after FA Cup glory
AFP · one year ago
Oliver Glasner has urged Crystal Palace to "go for every single one" as his FA Cup-winners celebrated their upset Wembley win over Manchester City in front of more than 20,000 fans at Selhurst Park on Monday.
Williamson hails Arsenal's 'magic' women's Champions League triumph
AFP · one year ago
Arsenal's Leah Williamson said her belief in "magic" had been justified by the club's stunning women's Champions League final win over Barcelona.
Ancelotti in Brazil on mission to restore Selecao's lost glory
AFP · one year ago
Days after bidding an emotional farewell to Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti on Monday takes up his new post as Brazil manager, with a mission to restore the lost glory of the five-time World Cup winners.
Inter's Inzaghi dismisses Saudi rumours ahead of Champions League final
AFP · one year ago
Simone Inzaghi played down rumours of his departure from Inter Milan after the Champions League final as speculation mounts of a money-spinning move to Al-Hilal.
Leverkusen confirm Liverpool interest in Wirtz
AFP · one year ago
Premier League champions Liverpool have "concrete interest" in Bayer Leverkusen's in-demand midfielder Florian Wirtz, the German club's sporting director Simon Rolfes confirmed on Monday.
Eriksen expects very different Manchester United next season
AFP · one year ago
Christian Eriksen says Manchester United were fortunate to have retained the support of fans who could have caused "chaos" during the club's worst season in 51 years.
Man Utd start Asia trip hours after worst season since 1974
AFP · one year ago
A Manchester United squad including Alejandro Garnacho were due to arrive in Malaysia on Monday for a friendly, less than 24 hours after finishing the club's worst season since 1974.
African players in Europe: Salah rescues Reds after special season
AFP · one year ago
Mohamed Salah completed a memorable season by scoring to salvage a 1-1 Premier League draw for champions Liverpool against Crystal Palace in the final round at the weekend.
