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Grimaldo-led trio back: Fernández nearing a comeback
In addition to key player Alejandro Grimaldo, long-term absentees Lucas Vazquez, Axel Tape and Ezequiel Fernandez also took part in Tuesday’s final training session ahead of the game against Newcastle. The latter two are on the verge of returning to the squad.
Xabi Alonso fights for last chance against Man City
Leading media in Spain, such as El Mundo, Marca and Cadena COPE, all report that Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso will be given one last chance to get things back on track in the capital. It has to happen in the Champions League match against Manchester City, otherwise he will be sacked.
Salah is completely fed up: the club is throwing me under the bus
Mohamed Salah finds it incomprehensible that he has lost his place in the starting line-up at Liverpool. The Egyptian has spoken out against the choices of manager Arne Slot after the draw against Leeds United.
Mbappé is on his way to making history, just as Ronaldo did
Xabi Alonso believes Kylian Mbappé is on track to make history at Real Madrid just like Cristiano Ronaldo, praising the French forward’s ambition, numbers and leadership while stressing that both stars are exceptional in their own unique way.
Eintracht Frankfurt sacks team doctor for treating an opponent
Sportingly, nothing is going right for Eintracht Frankfurt, but the club has more fires to put out. It has reportedly sacked the team doctor for a remarkable reason.
Kompany announces Davies comeback
In March, Alphonso Davies tore his cruciate ligament while playing for Canada. He is now expected to get his first minutes of action again later this year, but not yet on Saturday in the Bundesliga match against VfB Stuttgart.
Guardiola not a fan of Cherki rabona assist
Rayane Cherki shone for Manchester City against Sunderland on Saturday. The forward provided two assists, the last of which for Phil Foden was of incredible beauty. Manager Pep Guardiola hinted that he is not a fan of the rabona, a pass played behind the standing leg.
Manchester United hit a mark they had not reached in the Premier League since 2008
Manchester United produced one of their most convincing displays under Rúben Amorim, beating Wolves 4-1 at Old Trafford. Bruno Fernandes shone with two goals, one assist and a masterclass in playmaking, while Mason Mount also impressed and got on the scoresheet.
League leaders Arsenal lose at Villa Park after a goal in the very last second
Arsenal have suffered a last-gasp defeat away to Aston Villa. Substitute Emiliano Buendía smashed in the 2-1 in the very last second of the match, after a spectacular goalmouth scramble.
Almeyda, his staunch defence of Alexis and the call from Chile
Matías Almeyda strongly defended Alexis from recent criticism, highlighting his effort, low salary and love for the game, and revealed that he was close to coaching Chile during the pandemic but a high release clause blocked the move, turning it into a family disappointment.