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Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored a spectacular 96th-minute equaliser on his Everton debut as the Toffees fought back twice to draw 2-2 with Manchester United. Tyrique George had earlier levelled for David Moyes' side after Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko had put the visitors ahead. The point leaves Everton above United in the Premier League table.
Matt
·5 min read
Barcelona thrashed Valencia 0-5 at a furious Mestalla to move clear at the top of LaLiga. Lamine Yamal scored twice, while Fermín, Raphinha and Pedri also got on the scoresheet in a dominant display. Valencia, whistled by their own fans, suffered a night to forget.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Hampshire Police have opened an investigation into an alleged assault after Cardiff City defender Krystian Bielik was involved in an altercation with a Portsmouth supporter at Fratton Park. The incident happened late in the second half of Pompey's 2-0 Championship victory, when the Poland international went to retrieve the ball near the crowd.
Natilla·5 min read
Youssouf Fofana, the latest Sevilla FC signing, has already joined training and made the squad for the match against Espanyol. The French midfielder, on loan from AC Milan after his move to Lyon collapsed, spoke of his excitement about experiencing the atmosphere in Nervión. He says he arrives to rediscover the joy of playing and to help push the team back toward the top.
varela·5 min read
Atlético de Madrid confirmed José María Giménez's move to Deportivo de La Coruña and chose Pablo Barrios as the new team captain. The academy player already acted as the referee liaison and spoke to the media at San Mamés. His role will be crucial on and off the pitch this season.
Javi·5 min read
Villarreal open their Champions League campaign on Tuesday with a demanding trip to Borussia Dortmund in Germany. Íñigo Pérez's side arrive with confidence low after a poor start in LaLiga, where they have drawn twice and lost twice in four matches. Juan Foyth is ruled out and Carlos Romero is a major doubt for the European debut.
Matt·5 min read
Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed his plan to seek a fourth term as FIFA president in the 2027 elections, despite growing pressure from UEFA and other confederations. The announcement comes after his proposal to sell stakes in FIFA tournaments to private investors collapsed. A FIFA spokesperson confirmed that the president's candidacy remains unchanged.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
Real Madrid were back at Valdebebas on Sunday following the defeat against Betis and welcomed Tchouaméni, Thiago Pitarch and Endrick back to full training. Cucurella will also be available for the Champions League opener against Inter despite recent muscular discomfort. Mourinho is still without injured Asencio, Militao, Mendy and Rodrygo.
Natilla·4 min read
The new Champions League season kicks off this week with 36 clubs, four debutants and one clear target in Paris: matching the three consecutive European titles Real Madrid secured between 2016 and 2018. Luis Enrique embraces the challenge of leading PSG's bid for a third straight crown. Manchester City start a new era after Pep Guardiola's exit, while Real Madrid aim to reclaim the throne.
varela·7 min read
Richard Hughes leaves Liverpool with a Premier League title to his name and almost £670m spent on new signings in little over a year. The team has regressed since winning the league under Arne Slot, leaving an unfinished rebuild and several key positions to address. His departure increases the urgency at Anfield ahead of the next transfer window.
Javi·6 min read