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    Juve blasted for 'playing the victim' over controversial red card vs Inter

    The fallout from Saturday's explosive Derby d'Italia continues to dominate the headlines as former Inter president Massimo Moratti has hit back at Juventus for their reaction to a controversial refereeing decision. During Inter’s 3-2 victory, Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu was shown a second yellow card after Alessandro Bastoni went down under light contact, a moment that sparked fury from the Turin giants. Addressing the uproar, Moratti suggested that the Bianconeri's sense of injustice was perhaps a little misplaced given the broader context of Italian football history.

  2. Trafford makes stark admission about Donnarumma transfer

    Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford admits that he was blindsided by Pep Guardiola’s swoop for Gianluigi Donnarumma, with the England World Cup hopeful leaving the door open to another transfer 12 months on from making his way back to the Etihad Stadium. The 23-year-old is desperate for regular game time, but finds himself stuck behind the revered Italian shot-stopper.

  3. Revealed: How Mourinho can join Madrid for free this summer

    Jose Mourinho’s shadow looms large over the Santiago Bernabeu years after his departure from Real Madrid. Rumours of a possible return to the Spanish side in the wake of Xabi Alonso's sacking gained steam after the Portuguese coach masterminded Benfica's incredible 4-2 win over his former player Alvaro Arbeloa and it turns out president Florentino Perez could bring him back to the club for free in the summer.

  4. 📽️ | Greenwood stars for Marseille in frustrating draw

    Marseille suffered more frustration, in what has become a difficult period for the club, when throwing away a two-goal lead in their 2-2 draw with Strasbourg. The contest was their first since seeing Roberto De Zerbi relieved of his managerial duties. Inspiration is required from somewhere, as OM try to restore some stability, and Mason Greenwood is doing his best to provide that.

  5. 📽️ | Mixed emotions for Neymar on return from injury

    Neymar experienced mixed emotions when making his return to action with Santos. The Brazil international, who is clinging to his 2026 World Cup dream, is back on the field after recovering from knee surgery. He is looking to play his way towards full fitness, with an eventful cameo appearance being taken in when stepping off the bench in a meeting with Velo Clube.

  6. Rami blames 'fear' for Marseille crisis as De Zerbi exits

    Marseille have been plunged into fresh turmoil as former defender Adil Rami warned that a culture of "fear" and "negativity" is actively preventing top talent from joining the club. The outspoken 2018 World Cup winner spoke out following another disappointing result on the pitch, where the French side surrendered a two-goal lead at the on home soil to draw 2-2 with Strasbourg. The stalemate only added to the sense of dread surrounding the club, who have seen their leadership structure evaporate in a matter of days.

  7. ‘Acted as his agent' - How Vinicius helped Real sign Mbappe

    Vinicius Junior has revealed how he helped Real Madrid to sign Kylian Mbappe, with the Brazilian claiming to have acted as the French forward’s “agent”. World Cup winner Mbappe finally became a ‘Galactico’ at the Bernabeu in 2024, following several years of speculation regarding a move to Spain, and has become a prolific presence for Los Blancos.

  8. 'Money isn't his top priority' - Bayern legend on Kane's future

    Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthaus is “convinced” that Harry Kane will remain at the Allianz Arena and sign a contract extension as “money isn’t his top priority”. The prolific England international striker has seen a transfer speculated on, as there are release clauses in his current terms, but discussions regarding an extended stay with the Bundesliga champions are being lined up.

  1. Arteta hints a new role for Saka at Arsenal after FA Cup win

    Mikel Arteta deployed Bukayo Saka in a central role for Arsenal against Wigan in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday and saw his team cruise to a emphatic 4-0 win. The Arsenal boss spoke about his decision to swap Saka from his usual role out wide, admitting it is something that he had wanted to try and is now a tactic that he could look to use more often.

  2. Argentina's plan to stop Yamal in La Finalissima revealed

    Lionel Scaloni's plan to stop Lamine Yamal in La Finalissima has been revealed as Spain gear up to take on Argentina in Qatar. The European champions will take on the Copa America winners in Qatar next month in the pre-World Cup meeting in the national team equivalent of the now-defunct Intercontinental Cup. The game will see the Barcelona wonderkid come up against Lionel Messi for the first time.

  3. Arteta explains why Odegaard missed Arsenal's FA Cup win

    Mikel Arteta has confirmed the reason behind Martin Odegaard's absence from the matchday squad for Arsenal's FA Cup win over Wigan on Sunday. The Gunners eased past the Latics on home turf to breeze into the next round of the competition but Odegaard sat out the resounding home victory as the Norwegian's stop-start season continues.

  4. 'He needs to learn' - Lyon boss sends warning to Endrick

    Lyon boss Paulo Fonseca insists that striker Endrick needs to learn from his red card after the on-loan forward was dismissed during OL's 1-0 win at Nantes last weekend. The teenage striker was shown his marching orders on the hour mark in the narrow victory at the Stade de la Beaujoire last weekend which extended their winning run to six matches ahead of tonight's game against Nice.

  5. Real Madrid offer Mbappe injury update after striker sits out win

    Real Madrid have issued an injury update on star striker Kylian Mbappe ahead of their meeting with Benfica on Tuesday night. The Spanish giants play the Portuguese side in their Champions League playoff clash as the two sides vie to secure a spot in the last-16 of Europe's elite club competition. The fixture sees the sides meet just weeks after Benfica's dramatic 4-2 win over Los Blancos in the group phase.

  6. Eze back in business as Arsenal cruise past Wigan in FA Cup

    Eberechi Eze bounced back from his midweek nightmare at Brentford to help Arsenal set a new FA Cup record as they thumped Wigan 4-0 to cruise into the fifth round. Eze, whose form has been the subject of much scrutiny having been hauled off at half-time by Mikel Arteta during Thursday night's 1-1 draw at the Gtech Stadium, produced two superb early assists as the Gunners became the first Premier League side in history to score four times in the opening 30 minutes of an FA Cup tie.

  7. Diomande responds to claims Liverpool are his 'dream club'

    Yan Diomande has responded to claims that Liverpool are his 'dream club' with the Reds and Bavarian giants Bayern Munich among the teams linked with a move for the Ivorian. The teenage winger has established himself as one of the most exciting wide prospects in Europe and there are a number of elite teams keeping tabs on the RB Leipzig star.

  8. ‘Everyone is afraid’ of Barcelona wonderkid Yamal

    Aymeric Laporte admits that “everyone is afraid” of Spain international team-mate Lamine Yamal, with the Barcelona wonderkid having rivals running scared. At just 18 years of age, the teen sensation continues to see his stock soar. He has earned another comparison to Argentine GOAT Lionel Messi, with their dribbling ability considered to occupy a similar talent pool.

  9. Stick to the day job, Ruben! Maya Jama shares Dias’ artwork

    Ruben Dias would be advised to stick to his day job, with Maya Jama sharing some of the Manchester City defender’s attempts at artwork. The Love Island presenter, who has been filming in South Africa, got to spend Valentine’s Day with her Portuguese partner. They headed out for a romantic meal, with that dining experience including opportunities to put their drawing skills to the test.