Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Manchester City 4-2 in the Champions League on Wednesday night. Despite both teams struggling in Europe, this Matchday 7 clash lived up to its billing as a marquee event. PSG started brightly, with 19-year-old Désiré Doué testing Ederson early, while City looked threatening with their long-ball approach. Kevin De Bruyne forced a save from Gianluigi Donnarumma, and Erling Haaland’s header was easily collected by the Italian keeper following clever play by Phil Foden. PSG’s disciplined pressing disrupted City’s buildup, making every forward move a challenge. A late first-half chance for Savinho…
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Nine clubs have already been eliminated from this season’s UEFA Champions League before the final round of fixtures, with no chance of progressing to the knockout stages regardless of their results. The eliminated teams are: Bologna, Sparta Prague, RB Leipzig, Girona, Red Star Belgrade, Sturm Graz, Salzburg, Slovan Bratislava, and Young Boys. Bologna sit 28th in the league phase, having collected just five points from their matches. Sparta Prague are in 29th with four points and a -12 goal difference. Girona, Red Star Belgrade, Sturm Graz, and Salzburg all have three points each, while Slovan Bratislava and Young Boys are…
Barcelona have officially confirmed a new long-term contract agreement with Ronald Araujo, securing the Uruguayan defender’s future at the club. Araujo had been the subject of speculation in recent years, with Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester United all reportedly interested in signing him. His previous deal was set to expire in the summer of 2026, fueling uncertainty about his future. Despite Barcelona’s financial struggles in recent years, which made Araujo a potentially valuable asset on the transfer market, the club has prioritized his contributions on the pitch. Now, with their financial situation stabilizing, Barcelona has opted to secure Araujo’s services…
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly leaning towards a move to Chelsea over Napoli, according to TyC Sport. Napoli had their initial bid for Garnacho rejected as United held firm on a £70m asking price. Chelsea, however, are also keen to sign the 20-year-old before the January transfer window closes. Garnacho’s agents were spotted at Stamford Bridge on Monday night, watching Chelsea’s 3-1 victory over Wolves. Meanwhile, United’s management held further discussions with Napoli on Tuesday, with reports from Italy suggesting the club has now lowered their asking price to €65m (£54.8m). Despite this, Garnacho is said to prefer…
Chelsea are reportedly advancing their pursuit of Alejandro Garnacho, with plans to approach Manchester United for formal negotiations over a potential January transfer. Garnacho, once a key player under Erik ten Hag, has seen his role diminished under new head coach Ruben Amorim. The Argentine winger has started only four of the last 11 Premier League matches and has featured just once since being dropped from the matchday squad ahead of last month’s derby. Amad Diallo has emerged as the primary beneficiary of Garnacho’s reduced game time, frequently linking up with Bruno Fernandes in advanced midfield roles. Napoli, who recently…
Victor Osimhen voiced his frustration following Galatasaray’s 3-3 Europa League draw against Dynamo Kyiv on Tuesday night. The Nigerian striker, who netted Galatasaray’s second goal with a penalty in the 53rd minute, was disappointed as his team squandered a 3-1 lead with just 22 minutes left. Dynamo Kyiv’s Andrii Yarmolenko struck twice to complete the comeback and secure a share of the points. Speaking to the club’s official website after the match, Osimhen said: “We are disappointed. We thought we deserved more. We need to take responsibility as a team. I think we all made mistakes. They fought hard and…
Former Chelsea star Joe Cole believes it “makes sense” for Casemiro to leave Manchester United during the January transfer window. Reports suggest the Brazilian midfielder is not part of new United manager Ruben Amorim’s plans for the season. Casemiro made a strong start at Old Trafford after his £70 million move from Real Madrid in 2022, scoring seven goals in 51 appearances during an impressive debut campaign. However, he has struggled to maintain that form and has started only four matches in all competitions since Amorim took charge last November. The 31-year-old has been linked with a move to Al-Nassr,…
Borussia Dortmund have parted ways with their manager, Nuri Sahin, following a 2-1 Champions League defeat to Bologna on Tuesday. The German Bundesliga side currently sit 13th in their Champions League group, despite reaching the competition’s final last season. Domestically, they are struggling as well, languishing in 10th place in the Bundesliga, 20 points behind league leaders Bayern Munich. Sahin, who took over as head coach last summer after Edin Terzic’s departure, addressed the situation in a statement issued by the club:”Unfortunately, we have failed to meet Borussia Dortmund’s sporting ambitions this season. I wish this special club nothing but…
Real Madrid secured their spot in the Champions League knockout playoff round with a commanding 5-1 victory over RB Salzburg at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite a shaky start to the campaign, which saw the 15-time champions lose three of their first six matches, Madrid delivered a statement performance brimming with energy, flair, and class. Key players like Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, and Vinícius Júnior showcased their brilliance in a dominant display. Rodrygo set the tone in the 23rd minute, calmly slotting a measured finish into the far corner. Minutes later, the Brazilian winger delivered a moment of magic, latching onto…
Barcelona have emerged as the latest club linked with Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic as the Serie A giants prepare to make a critical decision about his future. Juventus signed Vlahovic for £66.6m in 2022, and the Serbian has scored 53 goals in 126 appearances across all competitions, including seven in Serie A this season. However, with Vlahovic now in the final 18 months of his contract, Juventus face the prospect of losing him on a free transfer, as talks over a contract extension have stalled. If Vlahovic has not renewed his deal by the end of the season, Juventus are…