The second night of Champions League matches get underway tonight with both English clubs – Manchester City and Arsenal – in action and with it all to play for.
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PSG stun Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund knock out Atletico Madrid on thrilling Champions League night Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to knock Barcelona out of the Champions League while Borussia Dortmund also progressed to the semi-finals on a thrilling night of European action. Barca led 3-2 after the first leg in Paris and extended their lead in the tie even further when Raphinha scored an early opener. But Ronald Araujo’s straight red card on 29 minutes gave PSG hope of a comeback and they equalised before half-time through ex-Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele. Vitinha gave the visitors the lead ten minutes…
Xavi blames ‘disastrous’ referee for Barcelona’s Champions League exit Barcelona boss Xavi says the referee was to blame for his side’s Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain. The Catalans were dumped out of the competition after an eventful evening in Barcelona, that saw PSG leave Spain with a 4-1 win and a 6-2 aggregate victory. Barcelona took the lead through Raphinha, putting the Spaniards 3-1 up on aggregate in the tie. But Ronald Arajuo was sent off for bringing down Bradley Barcola in the first half, and PSG made their man advantage count with four uninterrupted goals.
In a thrilling FA Cup quarter-final match between Manchester United and Liverpool, fans were treated to a nail-biting 4-3 showdown that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Match of the Day 2’s Mark Chapman, along with former football stars Theo Walcott and Stephen Warnock, broke down the incredible match in a post-game analysis that had viewers buzzing. The match started off with a bang as Liverpool took an early lead with a goal from Mohamed Salah. However, Manchester United quickly responded with goals from Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford, putting them ahead 2-1 at halftime. The second half…
The New England Patriots are gearing up for the NFL Draft on April 25, and they have their sights set on some top wide receiver prospects. With their highest selection in decades at No. 3 overall, the Patriots are looking to add talent to their roster, particularly at the wide receiver position. One standout prospect that the Patriots may target is Adonai Mitchell from Texas. Standing at 6-2 and weighing 205 pounds, Mitchell is projected to go in the first or second round of the draft. Known for his explosive athleticism and impressive physical traits, Mitchell could be a game-changing…
Christian Horner’s accuser to be grilled again this week ahead of Chinese Grand Prix The woman at the centre of the Christian Horner scandal is set to be grilled by investigators again this week as part of her appeal process. In February, the Red Bull team principal, husband of former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, was cleared after a female employee of the Formula 1 champions accused him of inappropriate behaviour. The accuser, who has since been suspended on full pay by Red Bull, exercised her right to appeal the outcome of the investigation. According to The Sun, a new independent…
Liverpool target Ruben Amorim shoots down suggestions he will take Sporting star with him Liverpool managerial target Ruben Amorim says he has not given any thought to bringing Viktor Gyokeres with him should he leave Sporting in the summer. The 39-year-old is now the leading candidate to succeed Jurgen Klopp in the Anfield hotseat after previous favourite Xabi Alonso announced he would be staying at Bundesliga title winners Bayer Leverkusen. There had been suggestions Amorim had already reached an agreement with Liverpool, but he strongly denied those rumours at a press conference last week. Still, the speculation linking the Portuguese…
Shove affairs and heated rivalries can push women’s game forward Rivalries and tribalism are two of the things we love about the game and there’s none stronger than that between Arsenal and Chelsea. The teams met in the Continental League Cup final, with an extra-time goal earning the Gunners a 1-0 win in a match which ended with a shove from Blues boss Emma Hayes on opposite number Jonas Eidevall. Tensions had been simmering for a while between the two clubs and the narrative involving those two teams gives us all something extra to enjoy while we’re watching. Arsenal historically…
David Seaman slams Arsenal star for putting ‘everyone on edge’ against Aston Villa Oleksandr Zinchenko was singled out for criticism by David Seaman following his poor performance in Arsenal’s defeat to Aston Villa. Two late Villa goals stunned Arsenal at the Emirates on Sunday and dealt a huge blow to their chances of winning the Premier League. The Gunners started the weekend top of the table but now they and Liverpool are two points behind Manchester City who are the firm favourites for the title with just six games to go. Mikel Arteta’s side had been imperious in 2024, winning…
Cole Palmer reveals what Chelsea players said in dressing room after penalty row Cole Palmer revealed Chelsea’s players were ‘laughing and joking’ about the penalty row which partially overshadowed his side’s 6-0 thrashing of Everton. Mauricio Pochettino’s side produced their most devastating performance of the season to date and closed to within just three points of Manchester United, having played a game less, enhancing the prospect of European football at Stamford Bridge next season. Man of the moment Palmer produced another sensational display, scoring four times to take him level with his former Manchester City teammate, Erling Haaland, in the…
Martin Odegaard spotted in Arsenal training ahead of Bayern Munich showdown Martin Odegaard appears to have given Arsenal a major boost ahead of their Champions League showdown against Bayern Munich after he was spotted in training on Tuesday morning. Mikel Arteta put his squad through their paces at the club’s London Colney training ground ahead of their flight to Germany later this afternoon. The quarter final tie is intriguingly poised after Leandro Trossard’s equalsier ensured a 2-2 draw last week and with away goals no longer a factor, Arsenal will still fancy their chances of progression. Arteta, however, must raise…
Thomas Tuchel reveals whether Leroy Sane and Manuel Neuer will play against Arsenal Bayern Munich stars Leroy Sane and Manuel Neuer have been passed fit enough to play against Arsenal, Thomas Tuchel has confirmed. Arsenal travel to the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night for the second-leg of their Champions League quarter-final, with the tie delicately poised at 2-2. The Gunners will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday which saw them lose their lead of the Premier League title race. Meanwhile, Bayern’s 11-year dominance of the Bundesliga came to an end on the…
The second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals gets underway tonight with Barcelona facing PSG and Borussia Dortmund at home against Atlético Madrid.
Newcastle Facing Tough Decisions as Transfer Window Looms Newcastle United could be in for a challenging summer as they navigate the fine line between their ambitions and financial constraints. With star players like Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes attracting interest from other clubs, the Magpies will need to carefully manage their squad to maintain competitiveness. Despite their wealthy Saudi-backed owners, Newcastle must adhere to the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules, which limit their spending power. This means they cannot simply splash cash to keep their top talents at the club. Why Might Newcastle Have to Sell? Head coach Eddie…
The weekend’s Premier League action was full of shocks as both Liverpool and Arsenal lost at home – dropping critical points in the race to the title. It means Manchester City are now back at the top of the table.
Women’s football this weekend – FA Cup semi final reviews and latest from the WSL.
Bayer Leverkusen have won their first-ever Bundesliga title after a 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen. They’ve secured the title with a massive five games to spare. “We have to enjoy and celebrate today with our families, friends and fans,” said Alonso, who was showered with beer after the victory in a German tradition.
WSL fixtures and FA Cup semi-finals this Sunday Women’s football is back in action this Sunday, with the Women’s FA Cup semi-finals starting from midday and an epic Arsenal vs Bristol WSL match. Spurs take on Leicester whilst Man Utd face Chelsea – the winners will meet in the finals. WTX Sports predicts Spurs will beat Leicester 1-0 and – a shock upset with Man Utd beating Chelsea 2-0. Over in the Women’s Super League (WSL) Arsenal sit in 3rd place, and for any chance at the title, they will have to win every match left. Bristol sit in the…
Jurgen Klopp, the beloved manager of Liverpool FC, is nearing the end of his tenure at Anfield. As fans prepare to bid farewell to the German coach, BBC Sport has visited the iconic stadium to analyze the impact Klopp has had on the club, the city, and to discuss how the Reds will handle his impending departure. Klopp took over as Liverpool manager in 2015 and has since led the team to numerous successes, including winning the Premier League, Champions League, and Club World Cup. His charismatic personality and tactical acumen have endeared him to fans not only in Liverpool…
In a dominating performance, sophomore Caitlin Sweeney led Boston Latin to a 15-5 victory over Brookline in a nonleague softball matchup. Sweeney finished 3-for-3 at the plate, including a powerful homer, and racked up an impressive six RBI. Teammates Izzy Levasseur and Lexi LeBlanc also had standout performances, with Levasseur hitting a homer and striking out 13 batters, while LeBlanc contributed four RBI. Celia Tavares added to the offensive onslaught with a home run of her own. The Amesbury team showcased their strength and depth in this game, demonstrating their ability to dominate both at the plate and on the…
Premier League fixtures this weekend – 13/04 & 14/04 The Premier League returns this weekend as the race for the title heats up. Liverpool’s shock 3-0 defeat to Atalanta at Anfield in the Europa League means Sunday’s Premier League match is a must-win. Thursday’s performance has been noted as the worst Liverpool performance under Jurgen Klopp and with Europa dreams slipping away, surely the Reds will now turn their attention to winning the Premier League. Liverpool face Crystal Palace on Sunday, top of the league Arsenal face Villa on Sunday – whilst hot on their heels Man City have the chance…
Former England Under-19s head coach Amy Merricks is set to take over as the new head coach of Women’s Championship side Birmingham City. Merricks, who recently left her position with the England youth team, is poised to replace Darren Carter, who departed from Birmingham City by mutual consent. Merricks will be working alongside women’s technical director Hope Powell, with whom she previously worked at Brighton as an assistant manager and development coach. She also has a close working relationship with Birmingham City assistant manager Emily Simpkins, having worked together at both England Under-19s and Brighton. The decision to bring in…
Fans delighted as Formula 1 announce major change to 2025 race calendar Formula 1 have announced the race calendar for 2025, and fans are thrilled at one major change that has been made. Just like in 2024, next year will feature a record 24 grand prix, with no races dropped or new ones added in. However, Bahrain will no longer be the venue for the season opener which has reverted back to Australia. The Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne was the traditional curtain raiser for F1, hosting every first race of the year from 1996 to 2019, with one…
Jurgen Klopp slams players after Liverpool thrashed by Atalanta in Europa League Jurgen Klopp says he didn’t know his players were capable of the performances they produced in a ‘really bad’ 3-0 loss to Atalanta at Anfield in the Europa League quarter-finals. Klopp did not field his strongest team on Thursday night, with the likes of Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, Andy Robertson and Dominik Szoboszlai on the bench, but it was still a very good starting XI. However, Anfield was stunned as former West Ham striker Gianluca Scamacca scored twice and Mario Pasalic completed the surprise rout late on. The…
Al-Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah whipped by supporter after Saudi Super Cup final Al-Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah was whipped by supporter after his side’s defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final on Thursday evening. Al-Hilal ran out 4-1 winners at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, while Moroccan striker Hamdallah scored his side’s equaliser in the second half. During Al-Hilal’s celebrations after their win, Hamdallah confronted the angry fan in the stands and squirted water in the man’s direction. The supporter then responded by lashing Hamdallah with a whip before he was pulled away by a nearby…