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Spanish title race: the schedules of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atlético
With ten matches to go, the title race in Spain remains incredibly tense. Barcelona and Real Madrid seem set to battle it out this year, but Atlético Madrid is still lurking close behind. These are the remaining fixtures for the title contenders in La Liga.
President Pérez rewards Real Madrid players with exceptional bonus
Florentino Pérez has awarded an extra bonus to the entire Real Madrid squad. Normally, such bonuses at Los Blancos are only given when silverware is won, but this season, the president is making an exception.
Dani Alves acquitted of rape on appeal
Dani Alves (41) has been acquitted of rape on appeal. The former Brazilian international had previously been found guilty and was sentenced to four and a half years in prison.
Kuijt once again faces the risk of punishment after criticizing refereeing decisions
The case between the Belgian disciplinary committee and Beerschot coach Dirk Kuijt is turning into quite a farce. Initially, the case against the coach from Katwijk was dropped, but on appeal, a punishment may still be imposed.
Remarkable: Angry Flick includes 'unavailable' Araújo in the squad anyway
Ronald Araújo could unexpectedly get playing time during Barcelona’s rescheduled match against Osasuna. No one had anticipated the involvement of the Uruguayan international, as coach Hansi Flick had previously stated that the central defender was unavailable.
Hansi Flick criticizes the schedule in Spain: 'In other leagues, it's different'
The issue is the close timing between the international break and Barcelona’s rescheduled match against Osasuna on Thursday. The kick-off time for an away match against Leganés in April has also drawn criticism from the German coach.
Crazy calendar affects Barça: Raphinha not back in time, Flick angry
Barcelona has a crazy match schedule. On Thursday evening, the Catalans have to play again, even though coach Hansi Flick still doesn’t have all his international players back.
Uruguayan player on oxygen in Bolivia: 'It's madness to play here'
José María Giménez described the conditions in which the match between Bolivia and Uruguay was played as 'madness'. This World Cup qualifier took place on Tuesday in a stadium located 4,150 meters above sea level. Footage of Giménez receiving oxygen during the match due to a lack of air spread around the world.
Ligue 1 salaries revealed: PSG financially dominant as well
As is tradition each year, L'Équipe has revealed the salaries of players in Ligue 1. The French sports newspaper published the details in Wednesday’s edition. Paris Saint-Germain dominates not only on the pitch but also financially, ruling with an iron fist.
Van Hecke could win prestigious award after breakthrough with the Dutch national team
Jan Paul van Hecke has been nominated for Premier League Player of the Month. The Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back found the net in March and was already rewarded with a starting spot in the Dutch national team by head coach Ronald Koeman. Now, this award could be the cherry on top of an impressive month.