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Liverpool tipped as title favorite: 'Arteta plays too much with the handbrake on'
The English analysts believe that Liverpool are once again the favorites for the title this season. Arsenal have the squad to challenge Arne Slot’s team, but manager Mikel Arteta is, according to them, too defensive in his approach.
Vinícius gets jab from unexpected source after Ballon d'Or failure
For Vinícius Júnior, it was a tough pill to swallow after Monday night’s Ballon d'Or gala. The winger, who finished second in 2024, now had to settle for sixteenth place. Not only did the media highlight it, but Vinícius also received a jab from an unexpected source.
Lamine Yamal reacts to the Ballon d'Or and congratulates Dembélé
Lamine Yamal responded to finishing second in the Ballon d’Or behind Ousmane Dembélé, expressing faith in “God’s plan,” pride in winning his second Kopa Trophy, and congratulating the PSG star. At just 18, the Barcelona winger’s future looks destined for the top.
Wirtz responds in conversation with Slot: 'It’s getting better step by step'
Florian Wirtz admits that at Liverpool he does not yet play as prominent a role as he did in the recent past at Bayer Leverkusen. The star signing of The Reds has spoken with manager Arne Slot about the areas in which he can make progress.
Portuguese media see Mourinho's 'honeymoon' ending early
Portuguese media saw José Mourinho's return to Benfica at Estadio da Luz on Tuesday evening end in disappointment for the high-profile coach. The Portuguese manager saw his team give away a lead in stoppage time against Rio Ave.
Hofmann sees Hjulmand's next signal
Under Xabi Alonso he endured a frustrating season, under Erik ten Hag he picked up an injury during preseason. With Kasper Hjulmand, his former coach from his Mainz days, Jonas Hofmann is finding new hope and has now received another encouraging signal.
Mbappé, a silent leader who sets the tone in the dressing room
Xabi Alonso’s Madrid dances to the rhythm of the French star, who arrived at the white club in an unusual manner for someone of his status.
Spanish federation puzzled by Yamal row: 'We knew nothing'
At the Spanish federation, they did not understand Hansi Flick's recent comments at all. The Barcelona coach was furious with the federation after Lamine Yamal returned injured from the international break.
Barcelona beat Getafe and remain two points behind leaders Real Madrid
Barcelona beat Getafe 3-0 in La Liga’s fifth round, with Ferrán Torres scoring twice and Dani Olmo adding the third. Playing at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, the Catalans secured their second straight home win and remain just two points behind leaders Real Madrid.
Dembélé outshines Yamal and wins the Ballon d'Or
Ousmane Dembélé claimed the Ballon d'Or on Monday. The Paris Saint-Germain forward outshone Lamine Yamal.