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Spanish title race: the schedules of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atlético
With ten matches to go, the title race in Spain remains incredibly tense. Barcelona and Real Madrid seem set to battle it out this year, but Atlético Madrid is still lurking close behind. These are the remaining fixtures for the title contenders in La Liga.
Ligue 1 salaries revealed: PSG financially dominant as well
As is tradition each year, L'Équipe has revealed the salaries of players in Ligue 1. The French sports newspaper published the details in Wednesday’s edition. Paris Saint-Germain dominates not only on the pitch but also financially, ruling with an iron fist.
Remarkable: Angry Flick includes 'unavailable' Araújo in the squad anyway
Ronald Araújo could unexpectedly get playing time during Barcelona’s rescheduled match against Osasuna. No one had anticipated the involvement of the Uruguayan international, as coach Hansi Flick had previously stated that the central defender was unavailable.
Why Barça is not worried about Osasuna's appeal against Martínez
Barcelona is not worried about the appeal Osasuna has filed over what they consider the irregular participation of Iñigo Martínez. This is because the Catalans reportedly conducted their investigation thoroughly before the La Liga match.
Hansi Flick criticizes the schedule in Spain: 'In other leagues, it's different'
The issue is the close timing between the international break and Barcelona’s rescheduled match against Osasuna on Thursday. The kick-off time for an away match against Leganés in April has also drawn criticism from the German coach.
Real Madrid fans want Ronaldo as a signing for the Club World Cup
Speculation is growing around a potential short-term return of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid for the FIFA Club World Cup in June.
Uruguayan player on oxygen in Bolivia: 'It's madness to play here'
José María Giménez described the conditions in which the match between Bolivia and Uruguay was played as 'madness'. This World Cup qualifier took place on Tuesday in a stadium located 4,150 meters above sea level. Footage of Giménez receiving oxygen during the match due to a lack of air spread around the world.
French media full of praise for 'Emegol' Emegha: 'He is the player of the year'
Emanuel Emegha is increasingly making a name for himself in France. The Jong Oranje striker was praised by the French media on Saturday morning after once again playing a key role for Strasbourg. Thanks in part to a goal from the Dutchman, Strasbourg secured a victory over Olympique Lyon.
Carragher and Neville critical of possible free transfer move by Alexander-Arnold
Jamie Carragher is disappointed in Trent Alexander-Arnold over his potential free transfer exit from Liverpool. The 26-year-old right-back is reportedly close to signing a contract with Real Madrid. Gary Neville placed most of the blame on Liverpool’s owners and their contract strategy, saying, "A £250 million gap is going to open up."
Tuchel is affected by the international break in June and Coldplay
England had an unremarkable but flawless international week, with World Cup qualifying wins over Andorra and Latvia. The next two international breaks are expected to cause problems for head coach Thomas Tuchel. The culprits: FIFA and Coldplay.