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Philadelphia Union pulled off a stunning MLS comeback by erasing a 3-0 deficit against Sporting Kansas City with four goals in nine minutes. Bruno Damiani, Cavan Sullivan, Milan Iloski and a Zoran Bassong own goal sealed the 4-3 road win. The Union now have five straight victories in the regular season.
InfoBlaugrana
·4 min read
The Premier League stops for a three-week international break and several managers reach the pause with their jobs under scrutiny. Fulham and Manchester United meet on Sunday at Craven Cottage with Alvaro Arbeloa and Michael Carrick both in need of a positive result. Former boss Tony Pulis explains why these stoppages tend to increase the risk of a managerial change.
Natilla·7 min read
Real Madrid enjoyed a historic Sunday by winning two international titles that were missing from their trophy cabinet. In the morning, the Juvenil A lifted the Under-20 Intercontinental Cup in front of more than 50,000 fans at the Bernabéu. Hours later, the basketball team beat Olympiacos to claim the first ever EuroLeague Super Cup.
varela·5 min read
The Spanish Referees' Technical Committee has appointed Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias to oversee Atlético de Madrid vs Real Madrid. It marks the first time a Madrid-born official will take charge of the capital derby. Ortiz Arias already broke the territoriality rule last season when he refereed Rayo Vallecano-Getafe.
Javi·4 min read
The Metropolitano stages a Madrid derby with a rich backstory on Sunday as José Mourinho and Diego Simeone meet for the first time since 2014. Real Madrid sit second, six points behind Barcelona, while Atlético look to build on two straight wins after a rocky patch.
Matt·7 min read
FIFA has sent a circular to all its member associations and the six confederations outlining the principles that must govern football arbitration tribunals. The organisation led by Gianni Infantino makes clear that a tribunal can only be considered independent if it guarantees parity, impartiality, a fair trial and equal treatment between the parties.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Paris FC defeated Strasbourg 2-1 in Ligue 1's fifth round to climb to third place with 11 points. The match was stopped for five minutes due to insults aimed at the family of head coach Liam Rosenior, who later celebrated defiantly in front of the visiting supporters. The gesture sparked pushing between players from both sides.
Natilla·4 min read
Arsenal are considering a January move for Real Madrid forward Endrick amid growing concerns over his lack of playing time in the Spanish capital. Liverpool have no intention of letting Florian Wirtz leave despite expected offers for the German midfielder. Barcelona remain interested in Erling Haaland and could launch a huge bid next year.
varela·5 min read
Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe said on Saturday that Britain looks at wealthy people with envy, unlike the United States. In a BBC interview, the businessman also argued that the country is in freefall and that no one is tough enough to deal with immigration. The Manchester United Muslim Supporters Club has already hit back at his remarks.
Javi·4 min read
The Metropolitano hosts the Madrid derby on Sunday as Atletico and Real Madrid face an early-season test with Barcelona setting the pace in La Liga. The memory of last season's 5-2 remains fresh for both sides. Julián Alvarez is back in the spotlight after a summer of open flirtation with Barcelona.
Matt·5 min read