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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.
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.
Real Madrid fans want Ronaldo as a signing for the Club World Cup
Speculation is growing around a potential short-term return of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid for the FIFA Club World Cup in June.
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.
Laws of the game organization wants to expand the 'only the captain talks' rule further
Since this season, it's become a familiar sight on Dutch football pitches: referees now communicate only with the team captain or a designated outfield player, rather than engaging in constant dialogue with everyone. The rules body IFAB believes this rule deserves to be adopted more widely.
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.
Kuijt once again faces the risk of punishment after criticizing refereeing decisions
The case between the Belgian disciplinary committee and Beerschot coach Dirk Kuijt is turning into quite a farce. Initially, the case against the coach from Katwijk was dropped, but on appeal, a punishment may still be imposed.
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.
Tuchel is affected by the international break in June and Coldplay
England had an unremarkable but flawless international week, with World Cup qualifying wins over Andorra and Latvia. The next two international breaks are expected to cause problems for head coach Thomas Tuchel. The culprits: FIFA and Coldplay.