Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has issued an apology for his actions towards referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea during Saturday’s Copa del Rey final loss to Barcelona. Barcelona triumphed 3-2 in extra time, thanks to a goal from Jules Kounde, sealing the victory in Sevilla. As tensions mounted in the final moments of the game, particularly after Kounde’s decisive goal, Rudiger tried to confront De Burgos Bengoetxea and threw an ice cube at him. This led to the Germany international receiving a red card for his actions. After the match, Rudiger acknowledged his mistake, stating there was no excuse for…
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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has said that small margins were to blame for their 3-2 loss to Barcelona in Saturday’s Copa del Rey final. Los Blancos fought back from a goal down to take the lead with second-half goals from substitute Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni. However, Ferran Torres netted a late equalizer to send the match into extra time in Seville. As both teams seemed headed for penalties, Jules Kounde capitalized on a defensive mix-up to score the decisive goal. Ancelotti acknowledged that a communication breakdown between captain Luka Modric and Brahim Diaz led to the error. “Was…
Chris Eubank Jr. to Remain in Hospital After Thrilling Victory Over Conor Benn Chris Eubank Jr. will stay in hospital following his intense win over Conor Benn on Saturday night. Eubank Jr. was taken to The Royal London as a precaution, and while initial tests came back clear, it’s expected he’ll remain in care until Monday. The 35-year-old’s promoter shared an update on X, stating: “On the recommendation of the onsite doctor, Chris Eubank Jr. has been taken to hospital by ambulance for precautionary checks.” Throughout the fight, Eubank Jr. suffered a large cut above his right eye and appeared…
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is reportedly open to leaving the club this summer and is currently in negotiations over a move to Saudi Arabian side NEOM. Onana has faced heavy scrutiny following two underperforming seasons at Old Trafford, with his recent error-strewn display in the Europa League quarter-final against Lyon leading to him being dropped from the starting XI. The Cameroonian international has even been labeled “one of the worst goalkeepers in Manchester United history” by former player Nemanja Matic. Initially, it was reported that Onana was determined to stay at United despite transfer speculation, but recent developments suggest…
Ipswich Town’s relegation from the Premier League has now been confirmed—and top clubs are already eyeing up the club’s standout talent, with Liam Delap firmly in the spotlight. While few Ipswich players truly shone during their short-lived top-flight return, Delap was a clear exception. The 22-year-old striker, signed last summer, finished as the club’s top scorer by a wide margin and has quickly caught the attention of elite teams across Europe. Adding further intrigue is Delap’s relegation release clause, which has officially been triggered. It offers potential suitors the chance to land the highly-rated forward at a bargain fee this…
Crystal Palace sealed a commanding 3-0 victory over Aston Villa at Wembley on Saturday evening to become the first side through to this season’s FA Cup final. Despite entering the semi-final as underdogs, Oliver Glasner’s side delivered a complete performance, comfortably outplaying Unai Emery’s Villa across the pitch. Eberechi Eze opened the scoring with a stunning first-time strike in the first half, setting the tone for what was to come. Although Jean-Philippe Mateta missed a penalty early in the second half, Palace didn’t let up—instead, they upped the intensity. Ismaila Sarr netted twice, first capitalizing shortly after the missed spot-kick,…
Liverpool have been on course to win their second Premier League title for quite some time, but the wait for official confirmation could finally end this weekend. After more than eight months of relentless effort, the Reds can be crowned champions when Tottenham Hotspur visit Anfield on Sunday. The home crowd will be eager to celebrate in style—especially against a Spurs side struggling for form. Fans were unable to fully enjoy Liverpool’s 2019/20 title win due to Covid-19 restrictions, but they’ll make up for it this time with a proper celebration once the title is sealed. Here’s how Liverpool can…
Ryan Reynolds has stated that Wrexham has made “history,” despite critics who believed he and fellow co-owner Rob McElhenney were either joking or unrealistic in their hopes of reaching the Premier League. On Saturday, the Welsh club secured their third consecutive promotion, earning a spot in the Championship and moving one step closer to the top flight. Reynolds and McElhenney, both Hollywood stars, were present at the SToK Racecourse to witness Wrexham’s 3-0 victory over Charlton in their Sky Bet League One match. In an Instagram post on Sunday, the 48-year-old actor reflected, saying, “It feels like we’ve been with…
Manchester United may have a way out for Rasmus Hojlund this summer, with reports suggesting Atalanta are open to re-signing the struggling striker in a potential swap deal that could include Ademola Lookman. Hojlund, who joined United from Atalanta in a £64 million deal, showed early promise with 16 goals in his debut season. However, the 22-year-old has endured a difficult second campaign, scoring just eight times in 45 appearances, leading the club to consider offloading him as part of a major rebuild under new manager Ruben Amorim. According to The Sun, Atalanta remain admirers of Hojlund and are considering…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and his wife, Cristina Serra, are reportedly trying to mend their relationship after reuniting over the Easter weekend in Barcelona, according to El Nacional. The couple, who married in 2014 after decades together, separated earlier this year, with divorce proceedings beginning in February. However, sources now claim they are “prepared to give each other another chance.” Serra, a fashion entrepreneur, has been living in Barcelona since 2019 with their youngest child. It’s believed Guardiola’s decision to renew his contract with City may have played a role in the strain on their marriage. In an effort…