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  1. Madrid run rampant with stunning Valverde & Guler goals

    Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over struggling Elche to put the pressure back on La Liga leaders Barcelona. Los Blancos built on their thrashing of Manchester City in the Champions League, with Federico Valverde among the goal scorers again in the Spanish capital. Although it was substitute Arda Guler who stole the show with a stunning strike from his own half in the dying stages.

  2. Joao Pedro goes missing as Chelsea punished by Newcastle

    Chelsea lost crucial ground in the race for the Champions League as Anthony Gordon's goal earnt Newcastle United a 1-0 Premier League win at Stamford Bridge. The Blues huffed and puffed but looked far from their best as Joao Pedro offered little threat in attack while substitute Liam Delap missed a huge chance to equalise. For the Magpies' first-half winner, a severe lapse in judgement by both Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana allowed Joe Willock in behind, while Gordon tapped in unchallenged.

  3. Why hasn't Tudor been sacked?! Spurs are BOTTLING big calls

    It was meant to be the appointment that saved Tottenham Hotspur's season. The outside world only treated fans' fears of relegation with a pinch of salt at the time Igor Tudor stepped in to replace Thomas Frank until the end of 2025-26. One month and four games later, it seems almost inevitable that Spurs will lose their Premier League status unless they take drastic action again.

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U.S. MEN'S NATIONAL TEAM

  1. McKennie opens up on Juve exit saga

    Weston McKennie has established himself as one of the most reliable performers for Juventus this season, a far cry from the period when he seemed destined for a permanent exit. The American midfielder has reflected on his resilience and the mental strength required to fight for his place in the Bianconeri starting XI when the club’s hierarchy had other plans.

  2. Why AC Milan have put Pulisic contract talks on hold

    AC Milan have reportedly decided to place contract renewal negotiations with Christian Pulisic on standby, choosing to wait until the conclusion of the 2025-26 campaign before making their next move. While the USMNT talisman remains a fundamental part of the Rossoneri project, the hierarchy at San Siro is in no rush to finalise a new long-term agreement as the season reaches its business end.

  3. Iran hit back at Donald Trump over World Cup withdrawal row

    The Iranian football federation has issued a defiant response to Donald Trump after the United States president suggested their presence at the 2026 World Cup would be "inappropriate" for their own safety. Tensions have reached a breaking point following the commencement of military strikes in the region, leaving Team Melli’s participation in the upcoming tournament on American soil unlikely.

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Transfer News

  1. Dortmund chief provides hopeful Schlotterbeck contract talks

    Borussia Dortmund CEO Lars Ricken has provided an update regarding the club's ongoing efforts to secure the future of Nico Schlotterbeck. The 26-year-old centre-back has developed into one of the Bundesliga's premier defenders, attracting significant interest from the likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool. As the Black and Yellows look to solidify their squad for the coming years, the internal pressure to finalise a deal with their defensive lynchpin is mounting, even as the player weighs his options for the next stage of his career.

Women's Soccer

  1. Why Thompson expected four-month goal drought at 'scary' Chelsea

    USWNT sensation Alyssa Thompson has lifted the lid on her daunting transition from Angel City FC to the relentless spotlight of the Women's Super League. Trading the sunny comforts of her Los Angeles hometown for a blockbuster move to Chelsea, the 20-year-old forward revealed the leap was so intimidating that she braced herself to go four months without finding the back of the net in a star-studded Blues squad.

  2. Inside Chelsea's treble quest after dismal WSL title defence

    Chelsea’s season hasn’t gone to plan so far. After romping to a sixth successive Women’s Super League crown last year, going unbeaten through all 22 games to set multiple records, the Blues’ title defence has fallen incredibly flat. Sat nine points behind leaders Manchester City with six games to go, it’s simply not been good enough for a club with such high standards.

  3. Chelsea Women's hero Reiten joins NWSL side Gotham FC

    Chelsea Women's hero Guro Reiten has completed a transfer to NWSL side Gotham FC, bringing her legendary seven-year stay in west London to a close. The 31-year-old Norwegian joins Gotham on an initial loan that will be made permanent after her contract at Chelsea expires this summer. She has a pre-contract agreement in place with Gotham that will keep her at the club until 2029.

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