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Xabi Alonso learned lessons from defeat against AS Roma: 'Made it a virtue'
Bayer Leverkusen faces off on Thursday evening against the second-to-last team that defeated them. Over a year ago, AS Roma knocked out the Werkself in the semifinals of the Europa League, and now they meet again in the same stage of the same tournament. Coach Xabi Alonso is aware that the situation this time is different.
Luis Enrique harshly criticized during press conference: 'That probably only makes sense to a genius...'
Paris Saint-Germain lost on Wednesday evening in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at Borussia Dortmund, failed to score, and managed only three shots on goal. Despite this, Luis Enrique made only one tactical substitution. This led to strong criticism during the press conference.
Karim Benzema is returning to Madrid, but not to play
Al Ittihad and Real Madrid have reached an agreement to treat the forward's injury, announced the Saudi club.
Buffon celebrates with Parma's promotion party: 'Finally Serie A'
The return of Parma to Serie A has sparked a major celebration in the Italian city. The players were welcomed by an ecstatic group of supporters late Wednesday evening. Former goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon joined in the festivities from a distance.
De Rossi fears Leverkusen: 'Alonso might well be the best coach in the world'
Daniele De Rossi is very impressed with Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen. His team, AS Roma, will face the German champions on Thursday with great respect.
Ten Hag is happy for Sancho and laughs off transfer suggestion
Erik ten Hag reportedly enjoyed watching Jadon Sancho's performance in the Champions League. The forward, on loan from Manchester United to Borussia Dortmund, excelled in the semifinal against Paris Saint-Germain.
Stade Reims announces the surprising departure of sensation coach Will Still
Will Still is leaving Stade Reims with immediate effect. The 31-year-old coach's contract was set to run until mid-2025, but the club and the coach mutually decided not to continue together next season. For this reason, Still and his assistant, his brother Nicolas, are stepping down from their roles immediately.
Atletico protests against punishment for racist expressions
Atletico Madrid protests La Liga's punishment for racist remarks directed at Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams. The club believes it has already taken the appropriate measures and will appeal, Spanish media report.
Verratti was offered, but Barcelona has doubts
Marco Verratti, the talented Italian midfielder, has expressed his desire to return to European football and potentially join Barcelona.
Three times is not a charm: Bayern Munich faces yet another rejection
Bayern Munich has once again come up empty in their search for a new coach. Ralf Rangnick has informed the record champions that he will not pursue their interest and will continue as the national coach of Austria.
