Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim surprised many by admitting that he isn’t focused on winning this season’s Europa League, instead setting his sights on “bigger things.” With the Red Devils recently knocked out of the FA Cup by Fulham and struggling near the bottom of the Premier League table, the Europa League is now United’s only remaining path to success this season. Triumph in the competition would also guarantee automatic qualification for next season’s Champions League, offering both financial rewards and prestige. Despite the potential rewards, Amorim emphasized a longer-term vision. “People are viewing the Europa League as a…
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PSV manager Peter Bosz has described his team’s 7-1 defeat to Arsenal in the Champions League last 16 as a “terrible night” for his side. The Eredivisie club are virtually out of the competition after the heavy loss in front of their home supporters. Arsenal took the lead through Jurrien Timber, followed by Ethan Nwaneri making it 2-0. Mikel Merino added a third, before PSV got one back from the penalty spot. However, in the second half, Mikel Arteta’s men ran riot, with Martin Ødegaard scoring twice to seal a dominant victory. “Terrible night for us,” Bosz said. “No chance.…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged that he must set a better example in the future after his expletive-filled outburst at referee Michael Oliver following the Merseyside derby against Everton. Slot lost his temper after Everton’s dramatic stoppage-time equalizer from James Tarkowski leveled the match 2-2, feeling that several key decisions had gone against Liverpool. In his frustration, Slot stormed onto the pitch, telling Oliver that he’d “fking gave them everything,” and adding, “if we don’t win the league, I’ll fking blame you.” As a result, the FA handed Slot and his assistant, Spike Hulshoff, a two-match touchline ban (which only…
New Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has named his first provisional squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The 35-player roster includes veterans as well as new faces, with the team set to face Rwanda and Zimbabwe later this month. Captain Ahmed Musa returns to the squad alongside assistant captain William Troost-Ekong and midfielder Joe Aribo. Chelle has also called up six fresh faces, blending experience with emerging talent. Among the new call-ups are home-based players Papa Mustapha, Kayode Bankole, and Ifeanyi Emmanuel Onyebuchi. The Super Eagles will face Rwanda in Kigali on March 21, followed by a…
After watching his team deliver a record-breaking 7-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday night, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta quickly turned his attention to Sunday’s Premier League clash with Manchester United. Despite failing to score in their previous two matches, the Gunners found their scoring touch in Eindhoven, setting a new club record for their largest-ever away win in the Champions League. Although Noah Lang pulled one back for PSV from the penalty spot, the heavy defeat marked one of the worst in the club’s 112-year history. “It was a special night,” Arteta reflected. “It has given us a lot…
Michel Platini, the former head of UEFA, told a Swiss appeals court on Monday, where his acquittal on fraud charges is being reviewed, that FIFA “owed” him the two million Swiss francs ($2.2 million) central to the case. “I still don’t understand why the public prosecutor’s office is picking on me,” the French three-time Ballon d’Or winner stated at the start of his hearing. The special appeals court, located in Muttenz near Basel, is considering a request from the country’s Attorney General’s office (OAG) to reopen proceedings against the 69-year-old Platini and former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, who turns 89…
A verdict in Manchester City’s financial fair play case is expected soon, but the Premier League champions may still face a lengthy wait to learn their punishment if found guilty. City have firmly denied all 115 charges leveled against them. An outcome is anticipated in the spring, with an independent panel set to deliver a decision more than two years after the Etihad club was initially charged. However, if City are found guilty, they will face further delays before learning the sanctions imposed on them. According to the Financial Times, the independent panel will not decide the punishment. Instead, a…
Ruben Amorim has emphasized that he will field a “competitive” Manchester United team against Real Sociedad in the Europa League but acknowledged uncertainty surrounding Harry Ma97pguire’s fitness. Before the weekend, United were already missing eight players due to various injuries, leaving Amorim with only seven substitutes against Fulham, two of whom were academy goalkeepers. Maguire appears to be the latest addition to the injury list after being substituted on Sunday. The former captain played the full 90 minutes of the FA Cup fifth-round match but was unable to continue into extra time, with teenager Ayden Heaven replacing him for his…
Brazil’s all-time top scorer Neymar and Manchester United winger Antony have been named in the national squad for the first time since 2023, after manager Dorival Junior included both players in a provisional 52-man squad for upcoming March fixtures. Neymar, who has been sidelined with a knee injury, hasn’t played for Brazil since October 2023. Antony, on the other hand, could make his return to the Selecao for the first time since May 2023, following an impressive spell at Spanish club Real Betis, where he joined on loan from Manchester United in January after struggling for game time at Old…
Chelsea have emerged as the latest club to show interest in signing Bologna centre-back Sam Beukema, according to reports from Italy. The 26-year-old joined Bologna from AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2023 and has impressed with his defensive skills, earning widespread praise as Bologna targets a spot in next season’s Champions League. His strong performance in a 2-1 win over AC Milan last month caught the attention of scouts, with Italian outlet Gianluca Di Marzio reporting that Chelsea representatives were in attendance to watch Beukema in action. Chelsea are looking to strengthen their defence this summer, with Benoit Badiashile,…