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No quadruple for Manchester City: 'Did you really think that was our goal?'
For the first time in the Pep Guardiola era, Manchester City was eliminated in the third round of a domestic cup competition on Wednesday. Newcastle United prevailed in the League Cup battle with a 1-0 victory, meaning City can forget about the so-called quadruple.
Xavi opts for Rijkaard's approach with Yamal: 'Football is not only with the ball'
Xavi Hernández has indicated a certain restraint when it comes to the sixteen-year-old top talent Lamine Yamal. Not only because he wants to protect him physically, but also because the forward still has a lot to learn.
Getafe furious at criticism: 'Players, family, and friends are suffering'
Getafe has had enough after the criticism of the past weeks. In a press release, the Spanish club responds furiously: 'We cannot stand by and watch. Our players are people with feelings, with families and friends who all suffer with us.'
I've never seen a goalkeeper reach that level in every game
Frans Hoek would be disappointed if David de Gea decided to hang up his gloves at the age of 32. The goalkeeping coach worked with De Gea in the past at Manchester United and raves about his abilities.
Smart technology against racism and discrimination: KNVB presents action plan
The KNVB (Royal Dutch Football Association) presented an action plan on Thursday afternoon to combat racism and discrimination in the world of football. The football association aims to use smart technology, among other measures, to detect racism and discrimination in stadiums.
Starting debutant Amrabat after a 'perfect evening': 'I'll even play as goalkeeper if necessary'
Sofyan Amrabat reflects with satisfaction on his starting debut for Manchester United. The midfielder played for an hour at Old Trafford on Tuesday evening in the victorious League Cup match against Crystal Palace.
Financially troubled Barcelona records over 300 million euros in profit
The financial situation of Barcelona is worrisome, as is well known. However, the Spanish top club presented annual figures on Thursday that appear quite positive at first glance. The Blaugrana report a total net profit of 304 million euros for the 2022/23 season.
Critical Xavi is annoyed by a 'Frenkie-less' Barça: 'This should never happen'
Barcelona's coach Xavi Hernández was not pleased with his team's performance against Real Mallorca. Without the injured Frenkie de Jong, Barça dropped two points on Tuesday. Substitute Fermín López came to the Catalans' rescue.
Atletico's director lashes out: 'Real creates a hostile atmosphere against referees'
Despite the victory against Real Madrid last Sunday, Miguel Ángel Gil Marín was not pleased with Real Madrid's behavior towards the referees. The CEO of Atlético Madrid accuses their major rival of 'creating a hostile atmosphere against referees'.
Dumfries can hope for a reward after a strong start at Inter
Denzel Dumfries has started the season excellently. On Wednesday evening, he scored his second goal of the season against Sassuolo. This earned him a fair amount of compliments, and perhaps soon, a contract extension with a financial upgrade.