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Fonseca suspects a different motive behind suspension: 'Not for what I did'
Paulo Fonseca still strongly disagrees with his nine-month suspension. The Olympique Lyon coach is banned from the dugout and from communicating with the bench until November 30 following his outburst towards a referee. However, the Portuguese manager suspects that there is more behind his suspension than just that incident.
Courtois gives credit to Rice: 'He strikes the ball perfectly twice'
Thibaut Courtois stated that there was little he could do about Declan Rice's thunderous strikes in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final between Arsenal and Real Madrid. Jude Bellingham and Carlo Ancelotti both emphasized that the tie is far from over.
Total turnaround at Valencia: 'This tastes sweet after all the suffering'
Almost everything Carlos Corberán touches since his arrival at Valencia turns to gold. The team that was lingering in the relegation zone just a few weeks ago is now suddenly dreaming of European football with the new coach at the helm.
Borussia Dortmund working on very surprising transfer involving Hummels
Borussia Dortmund is reportedly working on a high-profile transfer. With the Club World Cup approaching and ongoing issues in central defense, Die Borussen are eyeing a short-term solution. According to Bild, they want to convince a club legend to postpone his retirement by two months.
Bitter Osasuna appeals Barça's acquittal in Martínez case
Osasuna has officially filed an appeal against FC Barcelona's acquittal in the case involving Iñigo Martínez. The defender played in the match against Osasuna on March 27, despite allegedly not being eligible to play. The Catalans seemed to have escaped punishment, but Osasuna is not accepting that outcome.
Giménez hasn’t yet been given the chance to end his goal drought
AC Milan will be without Santiago Giménez for Friday’s Serie A match against Udinese. The former Feyenoord striker picked up an injury last weekend during the league game against Fiorentina.
AC Milan violated rules after Maignan substitution, but no fine imposed
AC Milan played without a recognizable captain after goalkeeper Mike Maignan was substituted in the match against Udinese. This goes against the rules. The club could be penalized for it but will likely be spared.
Flemmings’ Burnley and Hamers’ Sheffield United slip up, Piroe and Leeds take advantage
Leeds United had a successful evening on Tuesday in their push for promotion to the Premier League. The Elland Road side won away at Middlesbrough and saw their two rivals, Burnley and Sheffield United, drop points in the Championship.
Postecoglou can’t believe the sentiment around Spurs: 'Gold turned into garbage'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou had a turbulent press conference ahead of the Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt. The 59-year-old coach accused the media of turning everything that is "gold" about Spurs into "garbage" and addressed rumors suggesting he could be sacked even if the club achieves success in Europe.
Inter Miami nearing agreement with Messi on contract extension
Inter Miami is nearing an agreement with star player Lionel Messi on a contract extension, according to reputable outlet The Athletic. His current deal runs until the end of 2025, but reportedly, an additional year will soon be added.