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The Brazilian winger delivered a huge defensive effort in the Champions League opener against Inter, winning the ball back nine times, but he struggled in front of goal and once again heard both whistles and applause at the Bernabéu. Mourinho defended his player and praised his commitment above everything else.
varela·6 min read
The Barcelona midfielder phoned the Valencia captain to apologise for comments caught on camera during the 0-5 Copa del Rey win at Mestalla. Rodri explained it was a private chat with Cubarsí, with no intention of disrespecting Valencia's squad, and asked Gayà to pass the message on to the dressing room.
Javi
·5 min read
Eldense resumed training on Wednesday after two days off marked by the surprise dismissal of head coach Claudio Barragán and a preliminary agreement for Lionel Messi to buy the club. Interim coach Josep Ferrando led a session already focused on Sunday's trip to Sporting Gijón.
Matt·5 min read
Atlético de Madrid president Enrique Cerezo spoke to the media at Anfield ahead of the Champions League clash against Liverpool. He discussed Julián Álvarez's current situation, made it clear that the case is settled, and admitted the team is excited about the possibility of playing the final at the Metropolitano.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
The Brazilian was once again the target of whistles at the Santiago Bernabéu during the match against Inter. Neither his nine ball recoveries, a figure he had not reached since 2020, nor Mourinho's support could stop a breakdown that is getting worse with every game.
Natilla·6 min read
Andoni Iraola faces Atletico Madrid at Anfield with an unfinished piece of business: he has never beaten Diego Simeone. As a player or as a manager, the Liverpool head coach has managed just one draw in five meetings with the Argentine. The Champions League showdown gives Iraola the chance to rewrite that story on the biggest stage of his career.
varela·5 min read
Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta says Lautaro Martínez personally stopped any negotiation with Barcelona during the last transfer window. The Argentine striker admitted the rumors were true, but he chose to stay at Inter. His contract with the Italian club runs until 2029.
Javi·5 min read
FIFA has opened the window for national federations to nominate referees for the 2027 international lists. Spain's Technical Committee of Referees must submit paperwork by October 1 for its two candidates, including Barcelona-born official Víctor García Verdura. If confirmed, he would earn his FIFA badge on January 1, 2027.
Matt·4 min read
Alexis Mac Allister says he was left 'very sad' after Liverpool did not offer him a new contract this summer. The Argentina midfielder admits his form last season did not merit an extension, with his current deal running until 2028. Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai both signed renewals, leaving Mac Allister as the odd man out in Liverpool's midfield.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
Atletico Madrid visit Andoni Iraola's Liverpool at Anfield this Wednesday at 21:00 in the opening round of the Champions League league phase. It is the first step of a season-long pursuit for the final at the Metropolitano on June 5, 2027. Simeone is considering a three-man back line with Cuti Romero starting.
Natilla·5 min read