Manchester City secured their spot in the Champions League knockout round play-offs with a 3-1 comeback victory over Club Brugge at the Etihad Stadium. The Premier League champions were stunned by Raphael Onyedika’s goal just before halftime but bounced back strongly in the second half. Goals from Mateo Kovacic, Savinho, and an own goal by Brugge’s Joel Ordonez ensured City avoided an early European exit and confirmed their place in the top 24 of the revamped league phase. Liverpool, despite a 3-2 loss to PSV Eindhoven, finished top of their group ahead of Barcelona, who were held to a 2-2…
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Aston Villa have turned down a surprise significant bid from Arsenal for star striker Ollie Watkins, according to multiple reports. The Gunners had been in search of a “number nine” even before Gabriel Jesus suffered a serious knee injury earlier this month, but it seemed they would miss the chance to make a mid-season addition. Kai Havertz has played up front for much of the season, scoring 14 goals in all competitions, but Mikel Arteta has limited options as the season progresses. Watkins has been in excellent form, scoring 10 Premier League goals for Villa this season, following a strong…
Former Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro has turned down the opportunity to become the new manager of Turkish Super Lig club Kayserispor. According to the Portuguese news outlet A Bola, Peseiro made this decision after discussions with Kayserispor officials. The 64-year-old’s choice may be influenced by the club’s current struggles. Kayserispor is enduring a financial crisis and is without a win in their last five games (four losses and one draw). The club is currently in 17th place in the league with 16 points and has been banned from registering new players for the next three transfer windows. Peseiro…
After 132 matches in the league phase of Europe’s premier competition, the final round of Champions League fixtures is here. All 36 teams will be in action on Wednesday evening for a thrilling conclusion, with many still uncertain about their fates. Whether it’s the fight for a top-eight finish or the battle to avoid elimination, a range of high-profile matchups will keep fans on the edge of their seats. For those eager to catch as much action as possible, following all 18 games simultaneously will be no easy task, likely requiring multiple screens to stay on top of the drama.…
Premier League referee Michael Oliver is under police protection after receiving death threats following his decision to send off Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly. Oliver issued the teenage left-back a straight red card for serious foul play during Arsenal’s hard-fought victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. Despite Arsenal’s win, which also saw Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes dismissed, Oliver faced significant online abuse, which the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) condemned as “abhorrent.” The Times reports that police have been assigned to patrol Oliver’s home for the safety of him, his wife, and their two-year-old daughter. Oliver, one of the Premier…
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro is reportedly “open to the possibility” of joining Roma on loan for the rest of the season. The Brazilian, who was signed for £60m from Real Madrid and became a fan favorite during his debut season at Old Trafford, has struggled to replicate that form in his second season. Under new manager Ruben Amorim, Casemiro has fallen out of favor, making just two starts in the Premier League this season and remaining an unused substitute in eight of the last ten games. He has yet to feature at all in 2025. Amorim has favored other midfield…
Gernot Rohr, the technical adviser of the Benin national team, has extended his best wishes to Eric Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of the Super Eagles. The German coach expressed confidence that Chelle will gain valuable experience in his new role, adding that the Malian coach will achieve success with the Super Eagles. “I wish all the best to the Super Eagles and Eric Chelle. I know him; he was a great player,” Rohr told Brila.net. “He began his coaching career in France with a mid-table team and later had the opportunity to manage Mali, a very strong side.”…
Al-Hilal have officially announced the termination of Neymar Jr’s contract, ending the Brazilian’s injury-ridden 18-month stint in Saudi Arabia. In a statement shared on social media, the club revealed that they had “mutually agreed” to part ways with the player. They also expressed gratitude for Neymar’s contributions during his time at the club and wished him success in his future endeavors. The 32-year-old made just seven appearances for Al-Hilal after joining from Paris Saint-Germain in August 2023. Only two months into his tenure, Neymar suffered a ruptured cruciate ligament in his left knee while playing for Brazil in an October…
Manchester United and Napoli are set to resume discussions over the potential transfer of Alejandro Garnacho, who has also been linked with Chelsea, according to reports. The 20-year-old winger could be allowed to leave Old Trafford if United receive an offer close to their £50m (€60m) asking price, though the club isn’t actively looking to sell the talented Argentine. Garnacho’s fit within Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, although he has started four of United’s last five matches. The Portuguese coach has publicly praised the winger for his “improvement in every part of the game.”…
Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of finalizing a deal to sign Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, according to reports from Spain. The 22-year-old Spanish international, recognized as one of Europe’s top young talents, could be heading for a major transfer this summer as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad. Williams, who previously rejected a move away from Athletic Club, has a €58 million release clause in his contract. Arsenal appears ready to meet that clause, with talks between the player’s representatives and the club said to be in the final stages. Spanish outlet El Nacional reports that the…