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![Monza is in panic: sacked Nesta is already returning](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2191333690/pt/foto/monza-italy-alessandro-nesta-of-ac-monza-gestures-during-the-serie-a-match-between-monza-and.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=l_YWj3hnMRHBTGpjhWj11dREIhmxLFjvU1RWl9HrOYA=)
Monza is in panic: sacked Nesta is already returning
Alessandro Nesta was sacked as Monza's coach at the end of December but is getting his job back. According to Italian media, the former top defender will be reinstated on Monday.
![Simeone on the derby against Real Madrid: Barcelona is the best team in La Liga](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2198415415/pt/foto/madrid-spain-diego-simeone-of-atletico-de-madrid-looks-during-the-la-liga-match-between-real.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=LeyNB4ShIysPaUCJs6kNKrKiXXUcUowKDVUeVchcuzM=)
Simeone on the derby against Real Madrid: 'Barcelona is the best team in La Liga'
Diego Simeone was not overly impressed with Real Madrid after the Madrid derby. His Atlético Madrid side secured a point at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. The Argentine believes Barcelona is the best team in Spain.
![Juventus wins with a brace from Kolo Muani](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2198232443/pt/foto/como-italy-randal-kolo-muani-of-juventus-celebrates-after-scoring-their-teams-first-goal.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=Lc5p-WkN_cLS_PjMpBe6lTrdIL6Fgp8Wsr1ZUkyAAYQ=)
Juventus wins with a brace from Kolo Muani
Juventus secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Como, temporarily climbing to fourth place in Serie A. Randal Kolo Muani was the standout performer, scoring both goals, including a late penalty in the 89th minute.
![Brighton eliminates Chelsea, Newcastle also advances](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2197865493/pt/foto/brighton-and-hove-albions-kaoru-mitoma-scores-their-sides-second-goal-of-the-game-during-the.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=6Ir2K8PC-xGEUKiGInQDxIPIMVnzdvl_a1BYi6laN4I=)
Brighton eliminates Chelsea, Newcastle also advances
Brighton knocked Chelsea out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 victory, while Newcastle secured a hard-fought 3-2 comeback win over Birmingham. Chelsea took an early lead but struggled against Brighton’s intensity, with Rutter and Mitoma sealing the Seagulls' progression.
![Wolves ease into FA Cup fifth round](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2197968382/pt/foto/joao-gomes-of-wolves-celebrates-his-goal-with-teammates-during-the-emirates-fa-cup-fourth.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=RuGlyWZa0uHNIFlBMzBoKzJ4z0Adcf-CoQeqyPoQwsw=)
Wolves ease into FA Cup fifth round
Wolves secured a spot in the FA Cup fifth round with a commanding 2-0 win over Blackburn Rovers, scoring twice in just 39 seconds to seal the victory.
![Simons, after a stellar performance for Leipzig, was reprimanded by his coach and teammate](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2198041778/pt/foto/xavi-simons-of-rb-leipzig-looks-on-during-the-1-bundesliga-match-between-rb-leipzig-and-fc-st.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=RLR1h-s_s5q54JCP_9l9b9V4o2kpkKLgl4t7EiEQZe4=)
Simons, after a stellar performance for Leipzig, was reprimanded by his coach and teammate
Xavi Simons was the standout player for RB Leipzig on Sunday with a goal and an assist in the home match against Sankt Pauli, but after the game, there was also criticism directed at the Dutch international.
![Adana Demirspor abandons match against Galatasaray due to refereeing decisions](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2197999542/pt/foto/istanbul-turkiye-february-9-adana-demirspor-players-walk-off-the-pitch-during-the-turkish.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=KlhnKDhAWO8nvc2hIeHfeFtDW9HX8KPjdfa9FIn13Hk=)
Adana Demirspor abandons match against Galatasaray due to refereeing decisions
The Turkish Süper Lig match between Galatasaray and Adana Demirspor was abandoned in the 34th minute after the visiting players walked off the pitch in protest against controversial refereeing decisions.
![FIFA lowers Club World Cup ticket prices to reward fan loyalty](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/129728336/pt/foto/zurich-switzerland-the-fifa-logo-is-seen-outside-the-fifa-headquarters-prior-to-the-fifa.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=7w1tndwHnOZ1YrV0KgNMSzLn-VfgaPsyah8pvoIttyQ=)
FIFA lowers Club World Cup ticket prices to reward fan loyalty
FIFA has introduced a new ticket category for the Club World Cup, making matches more affordable after slow sales due to high prices.
![Bayern strengthens top position with a professional victory over Werder Bremen](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2198237108/pt/foto/munich-germany-leroy-sane-of-bayern-munich-celebrates-scoring-his-teams-second-goal-with-team.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=DQlYs_rGlLqq7D2tiO6ni4gPgRtGYqTQLffLKVfRAL0=)
Bayern strengthens top position with a professional victory over Werder Bremen
Bayern Munich did not slip up in the German title race on Friday evening. At home, Vincent Kompany's team secured a functional victory over Werder Bremen.
![UEFA rules prohibit the original home shirt in the Champions League](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2197918349/pt/foto/harry-kane-of-bayern-muenchen-looks-and-waits-for-taking-the-penalty-kick-during-the.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=gjDddIQiXb2jUa6xAdS-WM9OVeQxf2T9Kp_c4FjKMyM=)
UEFA rules prohibit the original home shirt in the Champions League
Bayern Munich will not wear their famous red home shirt in Wednesday's (9:00 PM) Champions League play-off match against Celtic but will instead play in their third kit. This is due to UEFA regulations.