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![Roberto d Aversa is the new coach of Empoli](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1128361116/pt/foto/empoli-italy-roberto-daversa-manager-of-parma-calcio-looks-on-during-the-serie-a-match-between.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=JpAtuVjf42_QOz99RgnEBnEzLTrB3TVspFG-plwoqiU=)
Roberto d'Aversa is the new coach of Empoli
The Italian Roberto D'Aversa is the new coach of Empoli, with a contract valid for two seasons, until June 30, 2026, the club that finished 17th in the last Italian league announced this Tuesday.
![He played for Belgium in Euro 2024 and has now signed permanently with Lyon](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2152098946/pt/foto/25-orel-mangala-during-the-ligue-1-uber-eats-match-between-clermont-and-lyon-at-stade-gabriel.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=eFb5vfOjykA08wlRTFMiiTPxV_QZcCbX1GVEqR4gHYY=)
He played for Belgium in Euro 2024 and has now signed permanently with Lyon
The French club activated the purchase option included in the loan of Orel Mangala from Nottingham Forest during the January transfer window.
![Kroos responds to Joselu s sharp remark](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159924184/pt/foto/dortmund-germany-joshua-kimmich-toni-kroos-and-nico-schlotterbeck-of-germany-sing-the-national.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=BA7yRkA_kaF-yHCvR9dmxwbhsk0_YohsDDtYDRw9DFA=)
Kroos responds to Joselu's sharp remark
Toni Kroos has responded to the sharp remark made by Joselu, with whom he played last season at Real Madrid. The Spaniard said that he wants to bring an early end to Kroos's career, but the midfielder does not expect that to happen.
![De Bruyne reacts annoyed to stupid question from Italian journalist](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2160114302/pt/foto/dusseldorf-germany-kevin-de-bruyne-of-belgium-looks-dejected-after-defeat-to-france-during-the.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=jSgGIdvmzTOjWZv2y2hmq_lcIeSOE7Y8JjJPLOvAD4s=)
De Bruyne reacts annoyed to 'stupid' question from Italian journalist
Kevin De Bruyne stands before a battery of microphones. Red face, sad eyes. Hair still nicely styled. He has just been eliminated with Belgium by the French. Once again, nothing.
![Del Bosque fires up Germany: Spain is the favorite, we will win](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/453979525/pt/foto/costa-do-sauipe-brazil-spain-coach-vicente-del-bosque-speaks-to-members-of-the-media-after-the.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=DHZycdFD53htIy8ElKnQKLgCTLHwaCx_pE-z9btaYH0=)
Del Bosque 'fires up' Germany: 'Spain is the favorite, we will win'
Vicente del Bosque, president of the committee overseeing the Royal Spanish Football Federation, has stirred reactions in Germany with his bold statements to Bild.
![Ronaldo in the eyes of a French goalkeeper: He has nothing to prove](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159805393/pt/foto/brice-samba-of-france-and-alphonse-areola-of-france-during-the-press-conference-of-france.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=G9anso_G3_iTPiLuDJHTteYzrsSF-u8wfweiIpE-9n8=)
Ronaldo in the eyes of a French goalkeeper: 'He has nothing to prove'
Brice Samba, one of France's goalkeepers at Euro 2024, discussed the upcoming quarterfinal match against Portugal in a Wednesday press conference. The Lens goalkeeper, a backup to Mike Maignan, highlighted the challenge of facing Cristiano Ronaldo, emphasizing Ronaldo's determination to score and stating, "He has nothing to prove." France's journey to the quarterfinals included benefiting from two own goals and a penalty.
![Brazil draws and will face Uruguay in the quarterfinals](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2160362480/pt/foto/santa-clara-california-eder-militao-of-brazil-heads-the-ball-against-jhon-cordoba-of-colombia.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=Xr0Cw8x_jg_cHojw93Jjat3rLWthykTUQTCcyKE0QS8=)
Brazil draws and will face Uruguay in the quarterfinals
Brazil secured the last spot in the Copa América quarterfinals with a 1-1 draw against Colombia. Raphinha scored first for Brazil in the 12th minute, but Colombia equalized through Daniel Muñoz in stoppage time of the first half.
![Griezmann grows tired of criticism of France after ugly victory](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159580668/pt/foto/dusseldorf-antoine-griezmann-of-france-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-round-of-16-match-between.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=IVdQg9WGDWescuFHjdKkH3F42bSNHLEHBWq20xN7R5E=)
Griezmann grows tired of criticism of France after 'ugly victory'
France's performance in this European Championship remains unimpressive despite all their individual qualities. However, Antoine Griezmann is not very receptive to the criticism about the lack of spectacle during this tournament.
![Bayern has now succeeded and puts 50 million on the table for Fulham s standout player](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159269029/pt/foto/gelsenkirchen-germany-joao-palhinha-of-portugal-during-the-euro-match-between-georgia-v.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=xxw5b1luGMxmrethrj6nc7SuPixsd8xaVidAFRS_9sI=)
Bayern has now succeeded and puts 50 million on the table for Fulham's standout player
Bayern Munich will soon strengthen their squad with João Palhinha. According to reports from Germany and England, the midfielder will join from Fulham for approximately fifty million euros.
![Thon: His speed is a weapon that we really need](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159235975/pt/foto/dortmund-david-raum-of-germany-germany-coach-julian-nagelsmann-jamal-musiala-of-germany-during.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=oqWgLhQp_2-Tv5Hnft1VyBgCDZeb90Ul1kKnoL9xsKI=)
Thon: 'His speed is a weapon that we really need'
There is much debate in Germany about whether or not Leroy Sané will play in the quarter-final between Germany and Spain. The Bayern Munich forward discussed his own qualities three days before the European Championship clash, and German legend Olaf Thon also weighed in on the matter.