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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.
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.
President Pérez rewards Real Madrid players with exceptional bonus
Florentino Pérez has awarded an extra bonus to the entire Real Madrid squad. Normally, such bonuses at Los Blancos are only given when silverware is won, but this season, the president is making an exception.
Dani Alves acquitted of rape on appeal
Dani Alves (41) has been acquitted of rape on appeal. The former Brazilian international had previously been found guilty and was sentenced to four and a half years in prison.
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.
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."
Crazy calendar affects Barça: Raphinha not back in time, Flick angry
Barcelona has a crazy match schedule. On Thursday evening, the Catalans have to play again, even though coach Hansi Flick still doesn’t have all his international players back.
Van Hecke could win prestigious award after breakthrough with the Dutch national team
Jan Paul van Hecke has been nominated for Premier League Player of the Month. The Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back found the net in March and was already rewarded with a starting spot in the Dutch national team by head coach Ronald Koeman. Now, this award could be the cherry on top of an impressive month.
Bitter aftertaste for Flick due to Olmo's injury: 'We're paying the price for that'
According to Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, Dani Olmo's injury cannot be separated from the club's overcrowded fixture schedule. The Spanish league leaders were back in action again on Thursday evening against Osasuna.
Laws of the game organization wants to expand the 'only the captain talks' rule further
Since this season, it's become a familiar sight on Dutch football pitches: referees now communicate only with the team captain or a designated outfield player, rather than engaging in constant dialogue with everyone. The rules body IFAB believes this rule deserves to be adopted more widely.