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Arsenal made big statement at Bernabeu: Saka

Saka missed a first-half penalty but scored the opening goal in his side's 2-1 victory in the Bernabeu to seal a 5-1 aggregate win for the English club.

Arsenal target Champions League glory to save season

Mikel Arteta's men last week demolished the defending champions 3-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final in London and are favourites to reach the last four of Europe's top club competition for only the third time.

Maradona's daughter says doctors could have prevented his death

Maradona died on November 25, 2020, aged 60, while recovering at home from brain surgery for a blood clot. He had battled cocaine and alcohol addiction for decades.

I have best squad in the world: Luis Enrique

The French side, who have never won Europe's elite club competition, will face either Arsenal or Real Madrid in their second semi-final in two years.

Ancelotti's Real counting on Bernabeu magic against Arsenal

Real have failed to claim a Champions League win in their three meetings with English side Arsenal, who are aiming for their first semi-final appearance since 2009.

Will Real Madrid laugh last yet again?

Last week in London, Los Blancos were battered by a confident and clinical Arsenal side that outplayed them in almost every aspect -- from possession to precision. 

Lukaku stars as Napoli keep pressure on Serie A leaders Inter

Belgium striker Lukaku has scored 12 times and set up 10 more in Italy's top flight this season and has been key to Napoli's battle with reigning champions Inter for the league title.

Aston Villa bank on home advantage against PSG

Aston Villa must make home advantage count and draw energy from their supporters in the return leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris St Germain at Villa Park on Tuesday, manager Unai Emery said.

'Miracles happen', says Dortmund caoch before Barca battle

Trailing 4-0 going into Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final return home leg against Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac said his side can draw inspiration from Liverpool's 2018-19 comeback against the same opponents.

April 7, 2025
April 7, 2025

Butler meets with rebel players as women’s team training camp begins

Of the 18 rebel players of the Bangladesh women’s team, some 10 players met head coach Peter Butler today on the first day of the national team's training camp for the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers in June-July.

April 7, 2025
April 7, 2025

Valladolid to discipline players who almost came to blows in LaLiga game

LaLiga side Real Valladolid said they will discipline two of their players after they almost came to blows on their bench during Sunday's 4-0 home loss against Getafe.

April 7, 2025
April 7, 2025

La Liga title race heats up

The final stretch of this Spanish football season promises drama, tension, and perhaps a few surprises. One thing is certain: La Liga is set for a thrilling conclusion.

April 7, 2025
April 7, 2025

Enrique's revolution leaves PSG stronger without the superstars

For a long time Paris Saint-Germain were a collection of superstars, but now under Luis Enrique they are a team with a clear identity and appear stronger as a result of the job done by their Spanish coach.

April 7, 2025
April 7, 2025

Messi on target but Miami held by lowly Toronto

Too often Messi, who played the full game, was trying to create by himself while crowded out by Toronto defenders but did he test Johnson with a low shot in the 77th minute after working some space for himself.

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Underwhelming Manchester derby ends in stalemate

Pep Guardiola's team are fifth in the table on 52 points, one behind Chelsea, and United are languishing in 13th place on 38.

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Liverpool's rare loss delays title march, Southampton relegated

Liverpool slumped to just their second Premier League defeat this season as Fulham clinched a shock 3-2 win over the runaway leaders, while Southampton were relegated in record-setting time after a 3-1 loss at Tottenham on Sunday.

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Fulham's first-half blitz puts Liverpool's title procession on hold

Liverpool remain top with 73 points from 31 games, 11 ahead of Arsenal. They need a maximum of 11 points from their remaining seven matches to win the title.

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

‘Enjoy the moment’: Ronaldo plays down 1000-goal chase

With 931 goals already to his name across club and country, Ronaldo needs just 69 more to etch his name into a category all his own.

April 6, 2025
April 6, 2025

Real must bounce back quickly after Valencia loss: Ancelotti

Ancelotti acknowledged that winning LaLiga had become a long shot but that it should not affect their Copa del Rey and Champions League campaigns.