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Maresca retains board support despite growing criticism at Chelsea
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca faces a crucial week, but despite the poor start to the season, he can still count on the full confidence of the club’s board. After just one win in the last five Premier League matches, the pressure is mounting, but behind the scenes the situation is being viewed more realistically, reports Fabrizio Romano.
Barcelona announces contract extension of Marc Bernal
Barcelona have renewed the contract of 18-year-old midfielder Marc Bernal until 2029. After recovering from a torn cruciate ligament, the La Masia talent is seen as a future cornerstone of the club, with Laporta, Yuste, and Deco highlighting his importance to Barcelona’s long-term project.
Thomas Müller reaches 300 goals and celebrates his first title in Canada
Thomas Müller hits 300 career goals and leads Vancouver Whitecaps to a 4–2 Canadian Championship final win over Vancouver FC with a goal and an assist, securing a fourth straight title and a 2026 CONCACAF Champions League berth while showcasing the veteran’s tactical influence and the team’s balanced game management.
Carragher slams expensive Liverpool signing: not involved at all, an absolute shambles
Jamie Carragher is not at all impressed with Liverpool’s performances so far. The Reds icon does not yet see a top team in Arne Slot’s side and points among other things to Florian Wirtz, who was brought to Anfield with high expectations.
Farioli-mania in Portugal after new Porto victory: 'This dragon is intense'
Francesco Farioli and FC Porto are hot in Portugal. Fans on the pitch, intensely fighting Dragons, and the Portuguese media praising Victor Froholdt as 'the hunting dog' after the Liga Portugal match won against Arouca.
Kane extension 'absolutely conceivable' Eberl also wants to keep Upamecano
Bayern Munich face a must-win Champions League task in Cyprus. Ahead of the clash with heavy underdogs Pafos, sporting director Max Eberl spoke about Harry Kane and also Dayot Upamecano.
Flick points to Pedri and De Jong after a disappointing second half
Hansi Flick was not pleased with Barcelona’s performance in the second half of the match against Paris Saint-Germain. The German coach concluded that his team dropped off significantly in the lost Champions League tie. He also noticed fatigue in Frenkie de Jong and Pedri.
Wolfsburg boss backs Simonis
VfL Wolfsburg will be looking for their second win of the season on Saturday in the away match against FC Augsburg. The performances of Paul Simonis’ team have not yet matched the club’s ambitions, but there is strong confidence in the Dutch coach. ‘We knew there was a lot of work ahead of us.’
We want to be a brave team
Sevilla defender Kike Salas returned to training and spoke on the Solo el Sevilla podcast about his recovery, the team’s growing defensive strength, and the impact of leaders like Azpilicueta, Alexis Sánchez, and coach Matías Almeyda. Ahead of facing Barcelona, he promised a brave Sevilla side determined to always play on the front foot.
Bosz’s return: help for Bayer with a handicap
On Wednesday, Bayer Leverkusen host PSV Eindhoven for a key match. The risky playing style of former Werkself coach Peter Bosz offers an opportunity. To make the most of it, however, coach Kasper Hjulmand must overcome a handicap.