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Painful numbers for United and painful conclusions for Amorim
The statistics for Manchester United are becoming more and more painful under manager Rúben Amorim. On Saturday afternoon, partly due to a missed penalty by Bruno Fernandes, the away match against Brentford was also lost in a way that drove the Portuguese coach to despair. And the same goes for the results in away games.
Adeyemi dazzles, Brandt with two assists: BVB defeat depleted Mainz
Despite the late withdrawal of top scorer Guirassy, a clinical BVB especially in the first half secured a 2–0 win in Mainz. FSV hit the post just before conceding the opening goal and, down to ten men in the second half, were unable to stage a comeback.
São Paulo miss out on the Libertadores semifinals and LDU Quito face Palmeiras
São Paulo crash out of the Copa Libertadores after a 1-0 home defeat to LDU Quito. Jeison Medina’s decisive strike sealed a 3-0 aggregate win, sending the Ecuadorians to their first semifinal in 17 years, where they will face Palmeiras.
Ligue 1 match halted over homophobic chants: 'Unacceptable'
A Ligue 1 match between Nice and Paris FC was halted after homophobic chants. Clauss condemned the behavior as Nice conceded late in a 1-1 draw.
Bakayoko pulls off the Robben for the second time
Johan Bakayoko was once again the key man in RB Leipzig’s 1-0 win in Wolfsburg. The signing from PSV Eindhoven once more scored the goal that ultimately made the difference.
British press undermines Amorim and draws comparison with Ten Hag
Ruben Amorim does not yet have to fear being sacked at Manchester United. The British media are increasing the pressure after the 3-1 defeat at Brentford, but according to the BBC, the club’s management still backs the Portuguese manager.
Much-discussed Lamine Yamal makes Barça fans happy: I'm back!
Lamine Yamal looks set to make his return for Barcelona next Sunday. The eighteen-year-old forward missed the last four matches due to a groin injury but has now recovered.
Liverpool without injured defender Leoni for the rest of the season
Liverpool coach Arne Slot will be unable to call on defender Giovanni Leoni for the rest of the season. Slot confirmed this during a press conference. The eighteen-year-old Italian has suffered a torn cruciate ligament.
Missed chances and Bakayoko frustrate Simonis, BVB keep winning
Paul Simonis has suffered his second consecutive Bundesliga defeat with VfL Wolfsburg. There were plenty of chances against RB Leipzig, but it was Johan Bakayoko who stole the show in their victory.
Yamal worth gold in comeback: Barça seize the lead in La Liga
Barcelona have taken over top spot in La Liga from Real Madrid. The Spanish giants struggled but managed to win at home against Real Sociedad. Lamine Yamal came on as a substitute for his first minutes since August 31 and played a key role in Robert Lewandowski’s winning goal.