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Relief at Bayer: Tella will not go to the Africa Cup of Nations
Bayer 04’s personnel shortage for next week’s year-end match in Leipzig has been eased somewhat. The Werkself will have to release “only” four players for the Africa Cup of Nations, because candidate number five, forward Nathan Tella, is not included in Nigeria’s final squad.
Klopp speaks out on Salah dispute at Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp comments on Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool controversy after three straight benchings, a heated reaction toward Arne Slot, and Salah’s Champions League omission, stressing that Salah’s drive is both his strength and a potential source of tension.
Dortmund captain Schlotterbeck launches a scathing attack on his teammates
After Borussia Dortmund’s draw against FK Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League, Nico Schlotterbeck gave a scathing interview. The captain of Die Schwarzgelben felt that everyone was playing their own game and that the substitutes lost every ball.
Xabi Alonso fights for last chance against Man City
Leading media in Spain, such as El Mundo, Marca and Cadena COPE, all report that Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso will be given one last chance to get things back on track in the capital. It has to happen in the Champions League match against Manchester City, otherwise he will be sacked.
Grimaldo-led trio back: Fernández nearing a comeback
In addition to key player Alejandro Grimaldo, long-term absentees Lucas Vazquez, Axel Tape and Ezequiel Fernandez also took part in Tuesday’s final training session ahead of the game against Newcastle. The latter two are on the verge of returning to the squad.
Rodrygos journey through the desert
The Brazilian ends his goal drought with his best performance of the past year, amid praise from Guardiola.
Eder Militão hit by new major injury blow at Real Madrid
Real Madrid have confirmed that Eder Militão has suffered a serious biceps femoris tear in his left leg, ruling him out for an estimated 3 to 4 months and potentially until April 2026.
Eintracht Frankfurt sacks team doctor for treating an opponent
Sportingly, nothing is going right for Eintracht Frankfurt, but the club has more fires to put out. It has reportedly sacked the team doctor for a remarkable reason.
First setback for Fischer: Mwene could be out until the winter break
Philippe Mwene will miss Urs Fischer’s start at Mainz 05. The full back has suffered an injury and may not feature again in 2025.
Manchester United hit a mark they had not reached in the Premier League since 2008
Manchester United produced one of their most convincing displays under Rúben Amorim, beating Wolves 4-1 at Old Trafford. Bruno Fernandes shone with two goals, one assist and a masterclass in playmaking, while Mason Mount also impressed and got on the scoresheet.