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Portuguese media rave about Kökcü: 'Star player of the new Benfica'
Orkun Kökcü received praise on Thursday evening for his performance in the Champions League against Red Star Belgrade. The former Feyenoord captain was crucial for Benfica with his goal from a free kick and was widely regarded as the Man of the Match afterward.
Luis Enrique relieved by late Champions League victory: 'Tougher than childbirth'
Luis Enrique breathed a sigh of relief after Paris Saint-Germain's first Champions League match of the new season. Thanks to an error by Girona goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga, the Parisians secured a late victory.
Rodri receives support from Koundé: 'No one listens to us'
Jules Koundé has also spoken out about the overcrowded match schedule in top-level football. Two days ago, Manchester City midfielder Rodri had already voiced similar concerns.
Guardiola raises six fingers to defend Haaland
Erling Haaland failed to break Cristiano Ronaldo's record on Wednesday evening. The Norwegian striker couldn't make an impact in the Champions League match against Inter Milan. After the game, Pep Guardiola defended the 24-year-old Manchester City forward.
The players don't mind lowering their salary if they play less
The Real Madrid coach reacted after Rodri, the defensive midfielder from Manchester City, warned that top-level players, in general, have already begun to consider going on strike if FIFA and UEFA continue to increase the number of games in the sports calendar.
Infantino's criticized prestige project is increasingly becoming a headache
Gianni Infantino is at his wits' end. The FIFA president has scheduled an emergency meeting with television executives from around the world to spark interest in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Guardiola uncertain about De Bruyne's availability for the match against Arsenal
Kevin De Bruyne might be able to play for Manchester City in the Premier League clash against Arsenal this Sunday. Manager Pep Guardiola mentioned this on Friday during a press conference ahead of the big match.
Manchester City risks being excluded from all competitions
The four-time English champion faces 115 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules, with possible consequences that could include exclusion from all competitions. A verdict is not expected before 2025.
Dinamo Zagreb fires coach after losing 9-2 to Bayern
Sergej Jakirovic has left the helm of the Croatian champions, who were humiliated at home by Bayern at the start of the Champions League, setting a negative record in the history of the competition.
Leipzig defender agrees with Rodri: 'Health comes before millions'
Willi Orbán issued a statement agreeing with the Manchester City defensive midfielder, who warned that top-level players have started considering going on strike if FIFA and UEFA continue to increase the number of games in the sports calendar.