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Match-fixing scandal in Turkish football
The Turkish judiciary has launched one of the biggest match-fixing crackdowns in the country’s history, ordering the detention of 46 people, including 29 footballers, club presidents and referees, over alleged manipulation of results and illegal betting.
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.
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.
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.
Slot responds to Salah’s reserve role and the battle for Gakpo’s place at Liverpool
Mohamed Salah’s role as a substitute at Liverpool is currently a much discussed topic in England. The experienced Egyptian has been dropped from the starting line up for two games in a row, but he still has an influential role at the Reds.
Szoboszlai demands full accountability after Liverpool's crushing draw at Leeds
Dominik Szoboszlai admits Liverpool “switched off” at 2–0 up and warns the champions must look in the mirror, react quickly and share responsibility after the 3–3 collapse at Leeds.
Toppmöller responds to the criticism – Eintracht with the most away goals
Eintracht coach Dino Toppmöller showed understanding for the recent criticism at the press conference before the away game in Leipzig, but also pointed to some positive aspects. In midfield, a duo is close to returning to the squad.
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.