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Vinícius gets jab from unexpected source after Ballon d'Or failure
For Vinícius Júnior, it was a tough pill to swallow after Monday night’s Ballon d'Or gala. The winger, who finished second in 2024, now had to settle for sixteenth place. Not only did the media highlight it, but Vinícius also received a jab from an unexpected source.
Wirtz responds in conversation with Slot: 'It’s getting better step by step'
Florian Wirtz admits that at Liverpool he does not yet play as prominent a role as he did in the recent past at Bayer Leverkusen. The star signing of The Reds has spoken with manager Arne Slot about the areas in which he can make progress.
Barcelona beat Getafe and remain two points behind leaders Real Madrid
Barcelona beat Getafe 3-0 in La Liga’s fifth round, with Ferrán Torres scoring twice and Dani Olmo adding the third. Playing at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, the Catalans secured their second straight home win and remain just two points behind leaders Real Madrid.
Hofmann sees Hjulmand's next signal
Under Xabi Alonso he endured a frustrating season, under Erik ten Hag he picked up an injury during preseason. With Kasper Hjulmand, his former coach from his Mainz days, Jonas Hofmann is finding new hope and has now received another encouraging signal.
Spanish federation puzzled by Yamal row: 'We knew nothing'
At the Spanish federation, they did not understand Hansi Flick's recent comments at all. The Barcelona coach was furious with the federation after Lamine Yamal returned injured from the international break.
Dembélé outshines Yamal and wins the Ballon d'Or
Ousmane Dembélé claimed the Ballon d'Or on Monday. The Paris Saint-Germain forward outshone Lamine Yamal.
Mbappé, a silent leader who sets the tone in the dressing room
Xabi Alonso’s Madrid dances to the rhythm of the French star, who arrived at the white club in an unusual manner for someone of his status.
Is Simeone missing for Atlético not only against Frankfurt
Diego Simeone faces the prospect of more than a one-match suspension in the Champions League after the heated closing stages in Liverpool. Are other Atlético players also at risk of trouble.
Racing advances to the Libertadores semifinals and awaits Estudiantes or Flamengo
Racing Club beat Vélez Sarsfield 1-0 to reach the Copa Libertadores semifinals, their first appearance in the last four since their 1967 triumph.
Liverpool tipped as title favorite: 'Arteta plays too much with the handbrake on'
The English analysts believe that Liverpool are once again the favorites for the title this season. Arsenal have the squad to challenge Arne Slot’s team, but manager Mikel Arteta is, according to them, too defensive in his approach.