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Liverpool tipped as title favorite: 'Arteta plays too much with the handbrake on'
The English analysts believe that Liverpool are once again the favorites for the title this season. Arsenal have the squad to challenge Arne Slot’s team, but manager Mikel Arteta is, according to them, too defensive in his approach.
Spanish federation puzzled by Yamal row: 'We knew nothing'
At the Spanish federation, they did not understand Hansi Flick's recent comments at all. The Barcelona coach was furious with the federation after Lamine Yamal returned injured from the international break.
Barcelona beat Getafe and remain two points behind leaders Real Madrid
Barcelona beat Getafe 3-0 in La Liga’s fifth round, with Ferrán Torres scoring twice and Dani Olmo adding the third. Playing at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, the Catalans secured their second straight home win and remain just two points behind leaders Real Madrid.
Spanish club mocks Chelsea after defeat at Old Trafford
Injuries, transfers, interviews, and match reports – you’ll find it all in VoetbalPrimeur’s news feed. In the section ‘Buitenspel’, we’ll now also keep you updated on matters that are a bit too private for the regular news list, but are definitely worth mentioning.
Vinícius Jr. scored with the outside of his foot: 'It was Modric who taught me'
Vinícius Júnior scored a stunning trivela goal in Real Madrid’s 4-1 win over Levante, crediting Luka Modric for teaching him the technique.
Lamine Yamal reacts to the Ballon d'Or and congratulates Dembélé
Lamine Yamal responded to finishing second in the Ballon d’Or behind Ousmane Dembélé, expressing faith in “God’s plan,” pride in winning his second Kopa Trophy, and congratulating the PSG star. At just 18, the Barcelona winger’s future looks destined for the top.
Racing advances to the Libertadores semifinals and awaits Estudiantes or Flamengo
Racing Club beat Vélez Sarsfield 1-0 to reach the Copa Libertadores semifinals, their first appearance in the last four since their 1967 triumph.
Wirtz responds in conversation with Slot: 'It’s getting better step by step'
Florian Wirtz admits that at Liverpool he does not yet play as prominent a role as he did in the recent past at Bayer Leverkusen. The star signing of The Reds has spoken with manager Arne Slot about the areas in which he can make progress.
Vinícius gets jab from unexpected source after Ballon d'Or failure
For Vinícius Júnior, it was a tough pill to swallow after Monday night’s Ballon d'Or gala. The winger, who finished second in 2024, now had to settle for sixteenth place. Not only did the media highlight it, but Vinícius also received a jab from an unexpected source.
PSG lose in Marseille and hand the lead to Monaco
PSG suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to Marseille in Le Classique, losing their place at the top of Ligue 1 to Monaco. Luis Enrique’s side, missing key players, now face mounting pressure in both the French league and the Champions League.