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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.
Sané leads Bayern to victory against Sankt Pauli, Simons suffers defeat with Leipzig
Bayern Munich defeated Sankt Pauli on Saturday afternoon at the Allianz Arena. Leroy Sané played a crucial role for Der Rekordmeister with two goals. Xavi Simons and Lutsharel Geertruida suffered defeat with RB Leipzig against Borussia Mönchengladbach, while Jeffrey Gouweleeuw had an unfortunate role for FC Augsburg.
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.
Juventus and AC Milan identify Conte as their number one target
Juventus and AC Milan are battling for Antonio Conte. That is the main topic in the leading Italian media on Saturday morning. The current Napoli coach is expected to bring new success to Milan or Turin.
Besiktas ends Galatasaray's unbeaten run and comes to rival's aid
Besiktas handed Galatasaray their first league defeat of the season on Saturday evening. Rafa Silva put Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team on the right track with a brilliant goal, and after a red card, Galatasaray failed to keep their heads above water.
Bitter aftertaste for Flick due to Olmo's injury: 'We're paying the price for that'
According to Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, Dani Olmo's injury cannot be separated from the club's overcrowded fixture schedule. The Spanish league leaders were back in action again on Thursday evening against Osasuna.
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.
Why Barça is not worried about Osasuna's appeal against Martínez
Barcelona is not worried about the appeal Osasuna has filed over what they consider the irregular participation of Iñigo Martínez. This is because the Catalans reportedly conducted their investigation thoroughly before the La Liga match.
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.
French media full of praise for 'Emegol' Emegha: 'He is the player of the year'
Emanuel Emegha is increasingly making a name for himself in France. The Jong Oranje striker was praised by the French media on Saturday morning after once again playing a key role for Strasbourg. Thanks in part to a goal from the Dutchman, Strasbourg secured a victory over Olympique Lyon.