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• 🚨A Barcelona key player extends his contract until 2028

  22-05-2025 19:26 via onefootball.com
  
  🚨A Barcelona key player extends his contract until 2028This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.FC Barcelona has announced the good news.FC Barcelona has just formalized an agreement with Raphinha for an extension until June 2028.The club announces that the Brazilian has signed his new contract this Thursday, May 22.With 18 goals and 10 key passes this season in the league, Raphinha is one of the str
  
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• Pep Guardiola postgame reaction to Manchester City draw with Chelsea

  04-01-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  Pep Guardiola's men were rarely under threat against Chelsea on Sunday, but the Manchester City boss is unlikely to be thrilled that the game stayed in the balance long enough for the Blues to steal a point at the Etihad Stadium.MORE — Man City v Chelsea recap, video highlightsTijjani Reijnders scored what long looked likely to be the lone goal as City as the game should've been put to bed earlier against a Chelsea team missing several key pieces.Instead, Enzo Fernandez scrapped his way to
  
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• Veteran striker Michael Gregoritsch (31) on the verge of Bundesliga return after reaching agreement with one of four potential clubs

  04-01-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Veteran striker Michael Gregoritsch (31) on the verge of Bundesliga return after reaching agreement with one of four potential clubsSky Germany – as relayed by transfermarkt.de – reports that Austrian striker Michael Gregoritsch is nearing a Bundesliga return. The German broadcaster claims that Gregoritsch is presently in advanced negotiations to join a German top flight club. Sky does not specify which Bundesliga club the 31-year-old is set to join. Gregoritsch wants to re
  
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• Late Fernandez goal earns Chelsea 1-1 draw at Manchester City

  04-01-2026 20:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Late Fernandez goal earns Chelsea 1-1 draw at Manchester CityManchester City 1-1 Chelsea as late drama reshapes Premier League narrativeThere was something raw and revealing about this 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Chelsea, a Premier League contest shaped as much by circumstance as quality. At the Etihad Stadium, Enzo Fernandez’s stoppage time equaliser earned Chelsea a point that felt heavier than the scoreline, while Manchester City were left to reflect on another evening where co
  
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• Rodri And Reijnders Get 7.5 | Manchester City Players Rated In Frustrating Draw Vs Chelsea

  04-01-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Rodri And Reijnders Get 7.5 | Manchester City Players Rated In Frustrating Draw Vs ChelseaManchester City welcomed Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium earlier tonight as they looked to secure all three points at home in the Premier League. The Mancunian giants made a quick start to the game and got their noses ahead in the 42nd minute when Tijjani Reijnders found the back of the net. Pep Guardiola’s men went into the half-time break 1-0 to the good.Man City defended their lead well in the second
  
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• Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea (Premier League)

  04-01-2026 20:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea (Premier League)Enzo Fernandez’s 94th-minute equaliser at the Etihad Stadium meant Manchester City suffered their second draw in four days to lose further ground in the title race. Arsenal have thereby gained a six-point advantage over Pep Guardiola’s side, with the Gunners seeing off Bournemouth on Saturday having put Aston Villa to the sword in midweek.After being held by Sunderland earlier in the week and subsequently
  
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• Manchester City 1 Chelsea 1: City player ratings from City’s disappointing draw with Chelsea.

  04-01-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City 1 Chelsea 1: City player ratings from City’s disappointing draw with Chelsea.Manchester City 1 (Tijjani Reijnders 42′)Chelsea 1 (Enzo Fernandez 90+3′)Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City drew 1-all with Chelsea at the Etihad. It seemed that Tijjani Reijnders 42nd minute goal was enough to secure all three points for Pep Guardiola’s side. But it wasn’t to be as Enzo Fernandez scored a 93rd minute equaliser to ensure that Chelsea came aw
  
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• Report: Liverpool looking at £78m La Liga star

  04-01-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Liverpool looking at £78m La Liga starLiverpool Consider Rodrygo as Wirtz Questions Emerge Ahead of Key Transfer DecisionLiverpool’s evolving rebuild under Arne Slot has entered a delicate phase, with senior figures at Anfield assessing whether the current attacking balance is capable of sustaining a genuine title challenge. Amid that internal review, fresh attention has turned towards Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, according to Fichajes, with sources indicating the Brazilian i
  
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• Report: Chelsea set for talks to appoint Enzo Maresca replacement

  04-01-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Chelsea set for talks to appoint Enzo Maresca replacementChelsea turn to Liam Rosenior as BlueCo plan acceleratesChelsea’s managerial search appears to be narrowing, with TEAMtalk reporting that Liam Rosenior has made it clear he is ready to step into the Stamford Bridge spotlight. According to their sources, “Liam Rosenior has informed Chelsea that he is ready to take charge at Stamford Bridge, and sources have also hinted at what his first game will be and who’ll repl
  
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• 💣Wants to join Real Madrid, Bayern’s top talent reveals his big ambition

  04-01-2026 20:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  💣Wants to join Real Madrid, Bayern’s top talent reveals his big ambitionBayern Munich is experiencing tense days following the recent statements from their young star, Lennart Karl. The talented footballer, who has only been part of the first team for six months, surprised everyone during a visit to a fan club by confessing his long-term ambitions. Although he acknowledged the magnitude of the Bavarian team, his words pointed directly towards the Spanish capital.A Heart Divided Bet
  
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• Calum McFarlane reaction — What did interim Chelsea boss say after managerial debut?

  04-01-2026 20:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  Calum McFarlane made his managerial debut as Chelsea's interim boss on Sunday and it was his halftime adjustments that saw the Blues fight back from a goal down to draw Manchester City 1-1.MAN CITY 1-1 CHELSEA — Video highlights & recapIt was a tumultuous week for the club as a while with Enzo Maresca leaving unexpectedly, thrusting McFarlane into the limelight just two days later. Below is the latest Calum McFarlane reaction, speaking after making his managerial debut against Pep Guar
  
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• David Lynch’s 5 Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s 2-2 Draw with Fulham

  04-01-2026 20:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  David Lynch’s 5 Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s 2-2 Draw with FulhamDavid Lynch’s 5 Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s 2-2 Draw with FulhamLiverpool’s 2-2 draw away at Fulham in the Premier League prompted a measured but critical reaction from reporter David Lynch. In his post-match analysis on YouTube, Lynch offered sharp insight into what this result means for Arne Slot’s team, blending statistical context with clear-eyed tactical observations.Here are his five k
  
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• Marotta: ‘Inter in Cancelo talks for swap, no official Frattesi proposal’

  04-01-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Marotta: ‘Inter in Cancelo talks for swap, no official Frattesi proposal’Inter President Beppe Marotta confirms talks for Al-Hilal’s Joao Cancelo could include an exchange, but there are ‘no official proposals’ for Davide Frattesi from Galatasaray.The game with Bologna kicks off at San Siro at 19.45 GMT (20.45 CET).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s four Serie A games on the Liveblog.The Nerazzurri ended 2025 without any silv
  
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• Inter Milan President Provides Transfer Updates On Galatasaray, Juventus & Barcelona Targets Ahead Of Bologna Clash

  04-01-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan President Provides Transfer Updates On Galatasaray, Juventus & Barcelona Targets Ahead Of Bologna ClashAhead of Inter Milan’s first official match of 2026 against Bologna, club president Beppe Marotta addressed the club’s transfer situation surrounding Joao Cancelo and Davide Frattesi.He offered clarity on several high-profile names currently dominating the January market narrative.Speaking to DAZN before kick-off at San Siro, Marotta confirmed that Inter are monitori
  
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• Man City drop two points at the death against Chelsea!

  04-01-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  Man City drop two points at the death against Chelsea!Thunderbolt in the Premier League!Manchester City hosted Chelsea this Sunday evening for the big match of this 20th Premier League matchday.After the victories of Aston Villa and Arsenal the previous day, Man City had no choice but to win against the crisis-stricken Blues, who saw their former coach, Enzo Maresca, leave the club earlier this week.Leading since the 42nd minute thanks to a goal from Tijjani Reijnders, Pep Guardiola's players co
  
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• Tottenham bid rejected for 19-year-old Santos left-back as Thomas Frank prioritises youth

  04-01-2026 20:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Tottenham bid rejected for 19-year-old Santos left-back as Thomas Frank prioritises youthTottenham Hotspur have had an opening bid rejected for Santos left-back Souza as their search for defensive reinforcements continues in the winter transfer window.The North London side saw an £8 million offer turned down by Santos who are reluctant to part with one of their most promising young assets.Santos believe Souza’s value will rise significantly and are under no pressure to sell the 19-ye
  
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• Manchester City vs Chelsea player ratings: Who stood out in dramatic draw?

  04-01-2026 20:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City and Chelsea scrapped it out at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday and the players ratings were intriguing to dish out. MORE — Recap, video highlightsTijjani Reijnders' goal put Man City ahead but managerless Chelsea put in a spirited display in the second half and Enzo Fernandez equalized deep into stoppage time to snatch a point. Below are the Manchester City vs Chelsea player ratings out of 10, with analysis on each player. Manchester City player ratings Gianluigi Donnarumma: 6
  
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• Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea: Enzo Fernandez steals point from misfiring hosts

  04-01-2026 20:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  Enzo Fernandez's scrappy goal deep in stoppage time rescued an unlikely point for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.Tijjani Reijnders had given City a halftime lead but the would-be title contenders could not add to their advantage and left the game within Chelsea's reach.WATCH — Manchester City v ChelseaCity finish the weekend six points back of leaders Arsenal, while Chelsea's earned point boosts them back above Manchester United into fifth place.
  
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• Argentina Megastar Hails French Teammate As Inter Milan Prepare For Tricky Bologna Test

  04-01-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Argentina Megastar Hails French Teammate As Inter Milan Prepare For Tricky Bologna TestInter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez struck a calm but determined tone ahead of this evening’s Serie A clash against Bologna, underlining both the importance of the occasion and the collective effort required to secure three points.Speaking first to Inter TV, via FCInterNews, in the pre-match build-up, Lautaro reflected on the Nerazzurri closing 2025 at the top of the table.Meanwhile stressing that focus
  
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• Thelin 'accepts' Aberdeen sacking after winless run

  04-01-2026 20:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aberdeen have parted with Scottish Cup winning manager Jimmy Thelin with the side eighth in the Scottish Premiership and on a five-match losing run.The Swede, 47, said, "I accept this decision" and "I take my share of responsibility".His departure comes eight months after the he led the Pittodrie side to their first Scottish Cup win in 35 years, beating holders Celtic on penalties.Saturday's 1-0 Scottish Premiership loss at Falkirk was the Dons' second straight defeat and followed a draw with Du
  
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• ‘I have to be more of a psychologist than a coach’ – Roberto De Zerbi on Marseille’s flailing mentality

  04-01-2026 20:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  ‘I have to be more of a psychologist than a coach’ – Roberto De Zerbi on Marseille’s flailing mentalitySpeaking at a press conference following Olympique de Marseille’s 2-0 home loss to FC Nantes, manager Roberto De Zerbi spoke about his side’s mentality after admitting that his players “weren’t hungry enough.”“What can I do?” said De Zerbi during his post-match press conference. “If we can’t see the symptoms beforehan
  
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• 'Struggling Frank trapped in gilded cage at joyless Tottenham'

  04-01-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  Head coach Thomas Frank during the disappointing home draw with Sunderland in the Premier League. [Getty Images]Thomas Frank is trapped in a gilded cage at Tottenham Hotspur, his attempts to escape hindered by yet another joyless experience and more Premier League points dropped.The magnificent Tottenham Hotspur Stadium resounded to a familiar sound of loud boos at the end of Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sunderland, more out of widespread frustration than specifically aimed at Frank, but a soundtra
  
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• Arne Slot CONFIRMS Liverpool star could miss Arsenal clash

  04-01-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Arne Slot CONFIRMS Liverpool star could miss Arsenal clashArne Slot has confirmed that one Liverpool star could now miss the Arsenal clash with an injury. A blow for the Reds.Liverpool struggled to a 2-2 draw at Fulham on Sunday. The Reds can count themselves unlucky to have dropped the points, admittedly, given it took a once-in-a-lifetime striker by Harrison Reed to split the points.But Liverpool didn't do enough to guarantee a win here. They couldn't consistently create chances and relied on
  
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• Serie A | Verona 0-3 Torino: Granata run riot at the Bentegodi

  04-01-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Serie A | Verona 0-3 Torino: Granata run riot at the BentegodiTorino ran riot away to Hellas Verona, as Giovanni Simeone pounced on an early error, then Cesare Casadei and Alieu Njie struck on the counter-attack.Hellas had surged off rock bottom with victories over Atalanta and Fiorentina, but the 3-0 defeat to Milan at the end of 2025 brought them back down to earth. Rafik Belghali was at AFCON, with Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro and Tomas Suslov injured, but Martin Frese returned from his ban. Toro m
  
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• Real Madrid 5-1 Real Betis: Gonzalo Garcia nets stunning hat-trick to cut Barcelona gap to four

  04-01-2026 20:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid 5-1 Real Betis: Gonzalo Garcia nets stunning hat-trick to cut Barcelona gap to fourReal Madrid kept the pressure on Barcelona with a commanding 5-1 win over Real Betis at the Santiago Bernabeu, powered by a first La Liga hat-trick from Gonzalo Garcia.The victory made it three league wins in a row for Real Madrid and cut the gap to the leaders to four points.Xabi Alonso’s side started at a relentless tempo and penned Betis deep inside their own half from the opening exchanges.Vi
  
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• 🚨 Line-ups announced: Giuliano, Sorloth and Julián lead the attack

  04-01-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Line-ups announced: Giuliano, Sorloth and Julián lead the attackReal Sociedad and Atlético de Madrid will close out Matchday 18 of LaLiga this Sunday at the Reale Arena. It’s a clash of contrasts: while the hosts debut a new manager in an attempt to climb out of trouble, the visitors look to consolidate their place among the league’s elite.
  The big news in San Sebastián is the debut of Pellegrino Matarazzo. The American coach takes charge of a Real Soci
  
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• The warning Liverpool ignored to underline Arne Slot’s alarming issue

  04-01-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  It was a game of fine margins… and rather wide margins. Not least the space allowed to Harrison Reed to score one of the goals of the season. That 97th-minute strike denied Liverpool what would have been a rare come-from-behind win. Fulham could reasonably claim this 2-2 draw was the least they deserved, though, as the margin between the actual teams wasn’t that wide.This is where there are greater questions for Arne Slot.Marco Silva’s team were often superior, and Liverpool o
  
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• Leeds 'devastated' as fan dies at game with Man Utd

  04-01-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  The supporter died before Sunday's lunchtime fixture at Elland Road [Getty Images]Leeds United say they are "devastated" after a supporter died before their Premier League game against Manchester United at Elland Road on Sunday.A statement from the club said there was a medical emergency in the ground prior to the 12:30 GMT kick-off."Leeds United are devastated to confirm that a supporter sadly passed away ahead of our Premier League fixture with Manchester United at Elland Road," the club said.
  
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• 🚨 Line-ups confirmed: Inter aiming to kick off the year with celebrations

  04-01-2026 19:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Line-ups confirmed: Inter aiming to kick off the year with celebrationsInter Milan kicks off the year this Sunday at San Siro facing Bologna, with the aim of consolidating their dominance in Serie A. The team led by Cristian Chivu closed a spectacular 2025, positioning themselves as the absolute leader with 36 points and stringing together four consecutive victories.
  The Nerazzurri recover a key player: Hakan Çalhanoğlu, who returns to the lineup after overcoming physical i
  
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• 🧨Simeone stuns old club with double, Torino cruise, Verona flop😨

  04-01-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  🧨Simeone stuns old club with double, Torino cruise, Verona flop😨At the Bentegodi Stadium, Zanetti’s Verona hosts Torino, led by the great former Verona coach Marco Baroni. After an entertaining match, full of beautiful moments but also a few too many mistakes, Torino comes out on top with a 3-0 victory, securing their second consecutive away win. Simeone opened the scoring, and in the final minutes—after Verona’s pressure—counterattacks from Casadei first
  
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