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Sampdoria safe: Serie B playout officially abandoned after chairs and fireworks thrown
The second leg of the much-discussed Serie B playout between Salernitana and Sampdoria was interrupted. After the Blucerchiati took a comfortable lead, home fans threw fireworks and seats onto the pitch, forcing the players to leave the field.

Argentine talent stands out at Man City: 'He reminds us of Álvarez'
Claudio Echeverri was one of the standout names on Sunday night during Manchester City's dominant win at the Club World Cup. The 19-year-old Argentine impressed both the coach and his teammates.

Luis Enrique may have just given Botafogo the greatest compliment imaginable
Luis Enrique gave Botafogo a remarkable compliment following their defeat at the Club World Cup. The Paris Saint-Germain manager called the Brazilian Copa Libertadores holders "possibly the best opponent" his team has faced this season.

Mbappé, who was struck down with stomach flu, has been discharged from hospital
Kylian Mbappé has been discharged from hospital, Real Madrid announced through its official channels. The 26-year-old striker will gradually resume training with Los Blancos.

Giménez denied wonder goal: 'Some people are anti-football'
Santiago Giménez was frustrated that his wonder goal for Mexico against Costa Rica was disallowed. The former Feyenoord striker thought he had scored the winner with an overhead kick in the Gold Cup match, but the VAR intervened.

Real-uitblinker Courtois overleeft meeste schoten tegen sinds 2014
Thibaut Courtois was one of the standout performers for Real Madrid on Sunday in their 3-1 Club World Cup win against Pachuca. Thanks in part to the Belgian’s saves, the team secured their first victory under coach Xabi Alonso. Meanwhile, Courtois was critical of teammate Raúl Asencio.

Pogba feels abandoned by Juventus: 'Didn't understand why'
Paul Pogba did not feel supported by Juventus during his eighteen-month doping suspension. In an interview with French outlet TF1, the 32-year-old midfielder expressed his dissatisfaction.

Suriname brought back down to earth: 'Mexico still too strong for us'
Stanley Menzo has come to the conclusion that Suriname cannot match Mexico's level. The South American side lost to the Mexicans on Wednesday night and has been eliminated from the Gold Cup.

Proud Messi closes in on Ronaldo on Club World Cup all-time top scorers list
Lionel Messi had a special night at the Club World Cup with Inter Miami. The 37-year-old free-kick specialist’s match-winning goal brought up some impressive statistics, with Cristiano Ronaldo also entering the conversation. After the match, Messi was especially proud of his team.

FIFA hands out heavy punishment to expelled Boca Juniors players
It appears very likely that Ander Herrera and Nicolás Figal will not feature again in the Club World Cup. Both Boca Juniors players have been suspended for four matches following their red cards against Benfica. Andrea Belotti (Benfica) has also received his punishment.