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Competition for Timber: 'But Jurriën has also done exceptionally well'
Mikel Arteta is pleased that Ben White is available for Arsenal again. The defender has come on as a substitute three times in recent weeks, and it's only a matter of time before he starts in the lineup again. For Jurriën Timber, this means he now has a strong competitor for his position.
Correa receives maximum suspension for insulting the referee
Ángel Correa has received a hefty suspension for insulting referee Guillermo Cuadra Fernández. The 30-year-old Atlético Madrid forward will be sidelined for five matches, missing, among others, the games against Barcelona in La Liga and the Copa del Rey.
Fernandes criticizes Ratcliffe: 'No one likes to hear that they are overpaid'
Bruno Fernandes responded on Thursday evening to the statements made by Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Monday during his BBC interview. The captain was the only player to receive praise from the Manchester United co-owner, while several of his teammates were labeled as "overpaid" or "not good enough." "It's not nice to hear," said the captain after his hat-trick in the Europa League against Real Sociedad.
Quarter-finals a different story for Arsenal: 'We'll have to find the highest gear'
English media observed that Arsenal had little trouble against PSV in the Champions League Round of 16. After the humiliation in Eindhoven, a home draw was enough for the Gunners to secure their place in the quarter-finals of the billion-dollar competition. There, Real Madrid awaits, and anticipation is already building.
Motta's position under heavy pressure at Juve after biggest defeat in 58 years
The biggest home defeat in 58 years has plunged Juventus into a deep crisis. Since the Italian record champions suffered a 4-0 loss to Atalanta last Sunday, speculation about the position of coach Thiago Motta has been rampant, with several managers being linked to La Vecchia Signora. Meanwhile, club icon Leonardo Bonucci has also joined the discussion.
Pogba has served his doping ban and has clubs to choose from
Paul Pogba's doping ban comes to an end this Tuesday. The French midfielder was caught using testosterone in 2023. Clubs from various continents are reportedly interested in securing his services.
Eighty international caps and still overjoyed: Tuchel on conversation with Henderson
Thomas Tuchel explained his decision to recall Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford to the England squad on Friday afternoon. The national coach called the Ajax captain a 'serial winner' and praised his leadership qualities: 'Jordan represents everything we expect from this team.'
UEFA considers adjusting rules after much-discussed Álvarez penalty
UEFA is considering adjusting the rules after the highly debated penalty incident in the Champions League Round of 16 match between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. During the decisive penalty shootout, Atleti striker Julián Álvarez scored, but the penalty was disallowed.
'Matador' Asensio is the ultimate super-sub in the Champions League
Marco Asensio has impressed the English media after his substitute appearance on Wednesday night. Following his Champions League brace against Club Brugge, the Spaniard has been dubbed the 'matador' and a 'world-class super-sub'.
Chelsea reaches multimillion agreement with Sporting for transfer in 2026
Chelsea has reached an agreement with Sporting Portugal for the transfer of Geovany Quenda. The 17-year-old Portuguese winger will remain at Sporting for another season and will make the move to Stamford Bridge in July 2026. He has signed a seven-year contract until 2033, with an option for an additional year.