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New rules in effect in MLS: time-wasting during substitutions will be penalized
Starting this weekend, several new rules will take effect in Major League Soccer. The American league hopes to create more clarity regarding refereeing decisions and reduce delays during matches.
Hazard on mental setback: 'I had no confidence anymore'
Eden Hazard was once one of the best players in the world, but in the latter stages of his career, he went through a deep slump. The Belgian forward lost all his confidence, he revealed in a candid interview.
Malen is in danger of missing out on the Champions League match against Atlético
Donyell Malen appears unlikely to be able to assist Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday in the Champions League clash against Atlético Madrid. The Dutchman is struggling with knee problems and may have to sit out the return leg at Signal Iduna Park.
Mbappé in the top-10 all-time top scorers of the Champions League
With a brace against Barcelona, the 25-year-old French forward has matched the total goal tally of Andriy Shevchenko and Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the elite competition.
Werder Bremen removes Keïta from the squad after 'unacceptable' action
Naby Keïta will no longer be part of Werder Bremen's squad this season. The midfielder refused to board the bus last weekend due to being a substitute.
De Ligt notices the difference between Champions League campaigns with Bayern and Ajax
Matthijs de Ligt has discussed his Champions League journey with Bayern Munich. The Dutchman will face Arsenal in the quarterfinals on Wednesday evening, comparing this match to the previous Champions League quarterfinal he played with Ajax.
Crypto billionaires invest four million in English amateur club
Currently, Real Bedford is a club on the fringes of English lower league football, with comically sounding opponents like Tring Athletic, Potton United, and Biggleswade United, but the club has big ambitions and now also a substantial war chest. This week, Real Bedford announced a multi-million investment in the club.
Ukrainian referees subjected to lie detector tests
Andriy Shevchenko, president of the Ukrainian Football Federation, subjects referees to lie detector tests.
Gündogan directs criticism not at referees after red card, but at teammate
Xavi and the Spanish newspapers pointed the finger at the referees after Barcelona's elimination from the Champions League, but Ilkay Gündogan believes that Barça has only itself to blame. The German midfielder was critical of Ronald Araújo and the defense after the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain (1-4).
Xavi has little interest in answering questions about Enrique's comments
Luis Enrique troubled Xavi once again on Tuesday evening. Not only because Paris Saint-Germain was responsible for Barcelona's Champions League elimination, but also with his comments surrounding the return leg.