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Guardiola counts on CL qualification: 'City and Newcastle have a prize, others don’t'
Pep Guardiola is confident that his team will secure a Champions League spot. He explained his confidence by comparing Manchester City to the other teams still in the race. He also spoke about the possibility of it being Kevin De Bruyne’s last home match.
Child roles at the Gala: Mertens' son comforts father, Osimhen's daughter announces goal
Dries Mertens couldn't hold back his tears during Galatasaray's title celebration. The 38-year-old Belgian is out of contract this summer and was visibly emotional as he walked across the pitch with his son in his arms. Victor Osimhen's daughter also played a part in the championship match for Cim Bom.
Di María has played his last league match for Benfica
Ángel Di María will no longer be seen in a Benfica shirt next season. According to Portuguese media, the Argentine may briefly extend his contract in Lisbon to take part in the Club World Cup although Fabrizio Romano disputes this but afterwards, he is expected to close the door on the Estádio da Luz for good.
Penalty hero Palace honors late father and secures survival
Dean Henderson was the hero on Saturday for FA Cup winners Crystal Palace. After the victory over Manchester City, the goalkeeper paid tribute to his late father and revealed that he was certain he would save Omar Marmoush’s penalty.
Unbeatable run means a fine record for Xabi Alonso in his farewell to Leverkusen
Xabi Alonso received a fitting farewell at Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday. He drew away to FSV Mainz. That might not have been the result he was hoping for, but it still meant he broke an impressive record.
According to Laporta, De Jong's new contract is a matter of time
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has stated that the club will do everything possible to keep Frenkie de Jong for a longer period. The Dutchman's contract expires after next season.
Rice causes major trouble for Newcastle United with a stunning long-range strike
Declan Rice fired Arsenal to victory in their home match against Newcastle United. With the win, the Gunners are all but guaranteed to finish second in the Premier League, while the Magpies face a very tense final matchday.
Milan coach believes VAR uses double standards after red card for Giménez's elbow
Sérgio Conceição has strongly criticized the way VAR operates following the red card shown to Santiago Giménez in the match against AS Roma. The AC Milan striker was sent off in the first half after an elbow incident. The Milan coach pointed out a striking difference compared to a similar situation during the Coppa Italia final, where Sam Beukema committed a similar offense without any consequences.
Francesco Farioli leaves Ajax after failing to win the title
Italian coach Francesco Farioli has resigned from Ajax after losing the Dutch league title to PSV Eindhoven, a title that was within reach. The Amsterdam club announced his departure this Monday.
Dortmund snatch Champions League ticket on dramatic final matchday
We’ll see Borussia Dortmund back in the Champions League next season. Niko Kovac’s side weren’t in a strong position a few months ago, but on the final matchday, a win over Holstein Kiel combined with Freiburg dropping points was enough for them to secure a spot in Europe’s elite competition.