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Simeone lifts Álvarez onto the pedestal: 'Best player we have'
Julián Álvarez helped Atlético Madrid to victory over Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday with a hat-trick. His coach Diego Simeone was full of praise for the Argentine forward afterwards. "We need him for many more years."
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.
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.
Rape accusation? There are many people who take advantage of us
Achraf Hakimi, PSG and Morocco defender, faces an ongoing rape accusation dating back to 2023 but insists on his innocence. Calling it the hardest moment of his life, he says the allegations have deeply affected his family while he remains confident that justice will clear his name.
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.
São Paulo miss out on the Libertadores semifinals and LDU Quito face Palmeiras
São Paulo crash out of the Copa Libertadores after a 1-0 home defeat to LDU Quito. Jeison Medina’s decisive strike sealed a 3-0 aggregate win, sending the Ecuadorians to their first semifinal in 17 years, where they will face Palmeiras.
Harry has made a decision
At the start of the next English week, Bayern Munich will host Werder Bremen on Friday evening. Harry Kane is once again in the spotlight, but the striker also dominated the headlines on Thursday.
Much-discussed Lamine Yamal makes Barça fans happy: I'm back!
Lamine Yamal looks set to make his return for Barcelona next Sunday. The eighteen-year-old forward missed the last four matches due to a groin injury but has now recovered.
That Emre is not there annoys us all
BVB want to extend their unbeaten run on Saturday against Niko Kovac’s favorite opponent. Fabio Silva could be in the squad for the first time while for captain Emre Can it was the next disappointment.
Antony saves Betis in Europa League despite fitness
Antony and European competitions have been a good combination at Real Betis for two years now. The Brazilian played an important role last season in reaching the Conference League final, and at a higher level Antony is important as well. 'My brother said I was going to score.'