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Zidane on one of the big questions of the moment
Zinedine Zidane says he will return to coaching soon after four years away, speaking in Toulon. The former Real Madrid boss hints at a comeback despite injury.
Barcelona win in Vigo and reduce the gap to leaders Real Madrid
Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4-2 as Lewandowski hits a hat trick and Yamal scores, cutting the gap to Real Madrid to three points after Madrid draw with Rayo.
Brazilian Oscar admitted to hospital: He is stable
The Brazilian footballer Oscar is in hospital. His club São Paulo confirmed this in a statement. Oscar is stable but still needs further examination.
Mourinho strikes out hard, Benfica president agrees: Portuguese football is sick
José Mourinho has no kind words for refereeing in Portugal. On Sunday night, SL Benfica squandered a 2-0 lead at home against Casa Pia. The manner in which the 2-1 was awarded is causing enormous frustration for Mourinho.
Turkish match-fixing scandal reaches unprecedented scale, with Turkey international also involved
The Turkish Football Federation has referred 1,024 of the 3,700 players to the disciplinary committee as a precaution due to an ongoing investigation into involvement in betting activities. Among them is Galatasaray player Eren Elmali (pictured), who came on as a substitute against Ajax just last week.
Two Dortmund players ruled out in Luxembourg
Julian Nagelsmann still faces uncertainty over Nico Schlotterbeck’s availability ahead of the World Cup qualifier in Luxembourg. A second Dortmund player is definitely out.
Messi steps onto the new Camp Nou: I hope I can return
Lionel Messi visits the new Spotify Camp Nou and expresses hope of returning, as Joan Laporta proposes a future tribute match. Four years after his departure, Barcelona and Messi move closer to the long awaited farewell celebration.
Neymar lashes out at the referee of Flamengo vs Santos
Neymar blasts the officiating after Santos’ 3-2 loss to Flamengo, calling the referee arrogant, citing a missed foul on Brazão before a decisive corner, and urging reforms in Brazilian refereeing.
Gladbach’s Hack makes his comeback against Lierse
Borussia’s attack has recently gained significantly in firepower. Another option for the offensive is already waiting in the wings.
President promises a multimillion bonus to the national team
The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo has promised a one million dollar bonus to the players of his national team, and they do not even need to qualify for the World Cup, only reach the final step toward that goal.