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Xabi Alonso and the controversy with Vinícius Jr
After a full squad meeting on Wednesday, Vinícius Jr. says the controversy is closed, the coach’s message united the group, workload management remains cautious for Mbappé, and the focus has shifted entirely to today’s match with a clear, authentic dressing room approach.
Patrick Vieira leaves his position as Genoa head coach
Genoa dismiss Patrick Vieira after the worst start in club history, appoint Roberto Murgita with Domenico Criscito as interim staff, and face Sassuolo on Monday in a crucial test for immediate stabilization and long term planning.
Roma lose to Milan and squander the chance to go top on their own
Roma controlled long stretches at San Siro but fell 1-0 to Milan, undone by a Leão burst and a Maignan penalty save. The result keeps the top of Serie A tightly bunched and highlights Roma’s need for greater ruthlessness in both boxes.
Hangover mood in Mainz: These negative records are threatening FSV
The cup match against Stuttgart was supposed to lift the mood, but instead it deepened the gloom in Mainz. The Rheinhessen now urgently need a positive result in the league — otherwise, some unwanted records are looming.
Slot emphasizes after criticism: there’s nothing wrong with the depth of Liverpool’s squad
Arne Slot is very satisfied with the depth of the squad he has at his disposal this season at Liverpool. Ahead of the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, the manager stated that the champions’ poor run of form has nothing to do with that.
Lucas Paquetá sanctioned for lack of cooperation in betting investigation
FA panel finds Lucas Paquetá guilty of two cooperation breaches in a betting integrity probe but says evidence is insufficient to prove match manipulation, leaving sanctions to be set while West Ham and the player weigh appeal and next steps.
English professor victim of a knife attack, Nottingham fan performs a heroic deed
On a London train Saturday evening, a knife attack took place in which a professional footballer was among the victims. The player was Scunthorpe United’s Jonathan Gjoshe, 22, and Nottingham Forest fan Stephen Crean was also a victim.
Van Dijk reacts to Rooney’s criticism: Last year I didn’t hear him
Virgil van Dijk has responded to Wayne Rooney’s harsh words aimed at the Liverpool defender. The former striker, notably of Manchester United, felt that captain Van Dijk is not a true leader. Van Dijk calls Rooney’s remarks petty.
Barcelona squad list vs Elche: Lewandowski and Olmo are back
Barcelona welcome back Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski for the LaLiga matchday 11 game against Elche at Montjuïc. Despite a long injury list, Hansi Flick plans tactical tweaks, careful minutes management, and continued trust in Barça Atlètic youngsters to stabilize the team and sharpen the attack.
Eberl’s comparison regarding Kane - and the question for the new year
Harry Kane got to recharge a bit for the big showdown in Paris. Bayern Munich want to hold talks soon about his long-term future.