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Flick points to Pedri and De Jong after a disappointing second half
Hansi Flick was not pleased with Barcelona’s performance in the second half of the match against Paris Saint-Germain. The German coach concluded that his team dropped off significantly in the lost Champions League tie. He also noticed fatigue in Frenkie de Jong and Pedri.
Wolfsburg boss backs Simonis
VfL Wolfsburg will be looking for their second win of the season on Saturday in the away match against FC Augsburg. The performances of Paul Simonis’ team have not yet matched the club’s ambitions, but there is strong confidence in the Dutch coach. ‘We knew there was a lot of work ahead of us.’
Another extension: Leverkusen tie down Palacios until 2030
Bayer 04 Leverkusen announced at midday on Friday the contract extension of Exequiel Palacios. The 37-time Argentine international will remain with the Werkself until 2030.
Jobe being Jude Bellingham’s brother is just a coincidence
Jobe Bellingham followed in his older brother’s footsteps, leaving English football to join Dortmund, but the German club does not intend to place too much importance on that family connection, focusing solely on their player.
Haaland lashes out after another setback: I am furious
Erling Haaland may have added two goals to his already impressive record, but the Norwegian striker was mainly very angry after the Champions League match between AS Monaco and Manchester City. Haaland finds it unacceptable that City let it slip again.
We want to be a brave team
Sevilla defender Kike Salas returned to training and spoke on the Solo el Sevilla podcast about his recovery, the team’s growing defensive strength, and the impact of leaders like Azpilicueta, Alexis Sánchez, and coach Matías Almeyda. Ahead of facing Barcelona, he promised a brave Sevilla side determined to always play on the front foot.
De la Fuente responds to Hansi Flick: 'I’m surprised he has that opinion'
Luis de la Fuente defended Spain’s handling of Lamine Yamal after criticism from Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, who accused the national team of overusing the youngster despite his pubic discomfort.
Club official created fake account to criticize captain
St. Pauli are caught in a scandal after board member René Born allegedly created a fake social media account to criticize captain Jackson Irvine. The controversy, revealed by Irvine’s wife, has sparked debate about club values, fan culture, and professionalism as the Bundesliga side tries to focus on the season.
Thomas Müller reaches 300 goals and celebrates his first title in Canada
Thomas Müller hits 300 career goals and leads Vancouver Whitecaps to a 4–2 Canadian Championship final win over Vancouver FC with a goal and an assist, securing a fourth straight title and a 2026 CONCACAF Champions League berth while showcasing the veteran’s tactical influence and the team’s balanced game management.
Bad news for Arne Slot and the Brazilian national team
Liverpool suffer a major blow as Alisson Becker is ruled out with a thigh injury, missing Chelsea and Brazil’s upcoming matches.