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Zidane teams up with F1´s Alpine as brand ambassador
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 02:59
Zinedine Zidane has partnered with Formula One team Alpine as a brand ambassador for their equal opportunities programmes. The announcement was made at the French team’s 2023 car launch in London on Thursday, where the...
Wonderkid Wirtz back to conquer the world
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 01:56
It was the moment that Florian Wirtz had been waiting for, the moment that the BayArena had been waiting for, and when it came it was special. The first goal for Bayer Leverkusen’s wunderkind since his long-term knee i...
Juventus ´not afraid´ of European ban, claims defiant Bianconeri executive Calvo
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 01:01
Juventus are “not afraid” of being hit with a ban from European competition despite their Serie A points deduction. That was the defiant message from Juve’s chief football officer Francesco Calvo, who was appointed...
Man Utd takeover bid confirmed by Qatari banker Al Thani
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 23:08
Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Al Thani, chairman of the Qatar Islamic Bank, has confirmed the submission of a bid for a complete takeover of Manchester United. A ‘soft’ deadline was reported to have been set for 22:00 ...
VAR official Mason leaves his role after Arsenal-Brentford blunder
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 22:29
Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Lee Mason has left his role “by mutual consent” after his blunder cost Arsenal a win against Brentford last weekend. The Gunners were held to a 1-1 draw in a London derby last Saturday, ...
Qatari 'lifelong supporter' Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani makes Man Utd bid
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 22:26
Kaveh Solhekol gives the latest after Qatari Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani has made a 'substantial' bid for Manchester United.
Ratcliffe's Ineos and Sheikh Jassim launch rival bids for Man Utd
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 22:00
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos group and Qatari Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani launched rival bids for Manchester United on Friday.
Barcelona seal deal for young LA Galaxy defender Julian Araujo
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 21:54
LA Galaxy defender Julian Araujo sealed a permanent move from the MLS team to Spanish giants Barcelona on Friday. Paperwork for the transfer reportedly arrived 18 seconds after the deadline for LaLiga signings in January...
Ronaldo sets up both goals as Al Nassr beat Al Taawoun 2-1 to go top of Saudi Pro League
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 21:50
Al Nassr went top of the Saudi Pro League after Cristiano Ronaldo set up both of their goals in a 2-1 win over Al Taawoun. It was confirmed this week that the Saudi champions will feature in the Club World Cup later this...
Man Utd takeover contenders trigger ´deep concern´ for Rainbow Devils LGBTQ fan group
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 20:48
Manchester United fan group Rainbow Devils expressed “deep concern” about the club’s potential next owners on the day takeover bids were due to be lodged. Qatari interest in United has been strong and reports have ...
Why has Man Utd's share price doubled and what does this mean for investors?
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 20:18
Kaveh Solhekol explains why Manchester United's share price has doubled since November and what this could mean for the potential sale of the club.
Son offered no guarantees over place in Spurs team
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 20:14
Son Heung-min is receiving no guarantees regarding his starting role at Tottenham amid a disappointing campaign on an individual level. The South Korea star was one of the Premier League’s standout players last season,...
Inzaghi on heated exchange between Barella and Lukaku: ´The desire can spill over´
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 19:59
Simone Inzaghi says the heated on-field exchange between Inter team-mates Nicolo Barella and Romelu Lukaku is understandable as both players were showing their desire. Barella and Lukaku could be seen arguing during a fr...
Rodgers ´won´t be begging´ Maddison to stay at Leicester
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 19:00
Brendan Rodgers wants James Maddison to sign a new contract with Leicester City but will not be “begging” the England international to stay. Leicester signed Maddison from Norwich City in 2018 in a deal reportedly wo...
Conte underestimated required recovery after surgery, says Stellini
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 18:52
Tottenham’s stand-in boss Cristian Stellini said Antonio Conte feels he underestimated the seriousness of his gallbladder surgery. Conte had the organ removed at the start of February after experiencing severe abdomina...
Aston Villa defender Mings signs new contract
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 18:14
Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings has signed a new contract with the Premier League club that will run through until the end of the 2025-26 season. England international Mings has made 149 appearances since joining Villa...
Tottenham fan given four-year stadium ban after Ramsdale assault at north London derby
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 17:49
A man has been banned from attending football matches for four years after pleading guilty to assaulting Aaron Ramsdale at last month’s north London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham. Arsenal goalkeeper Ramsdale was ...
Potter wants quick resolution to ´complicated´ Mount talks
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 17:39
Graham Potter is hoping for a quick resolution to talks around Mason Mount’s Chelsea future, although he acknowledged the situation is “complicated”. Mount’s contract at Stamford Bridge is due to expire at the en...
Messi's father holds contract talks with PSG | WC winner free agent in summer
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 17:30
Lionel Messi's father has held face-to-face talks with Paris Saint-Germain for the first time over the Argentina star's proposed new contract.
Reputation Meets Reality in the Champions League
The New York Times - 17 Feb 2023 17:26
The Premier League's financial might should allow it to dominate Europe's top soccer competition. So why hasn't that happened?
´Are you making fun of me?´ - Galtier hits out as PSG boss complains of lack of respect
Soccer News - 17 Feb 2023 17:18
Christophe Galtier accused a reporter of “lacking a little respect” when asking about Paris Saint-Germain’s tactics as the under-pressure coach bids to get his team’s season back on track. Three defeats have left...
Behind the Whistle: Preston, QPR and other decisions explained
Sky Sports - 17 Feb 2023 17:07
In Behind the Whistle, former Premier League referee Chris Foy goes through a selection of key match decisions from the latest Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two action.