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Toppmöller responds to the criticism – Eintracht with the most away goals
Eintracht coach Dino Toppmöller showed understanding for the recent criticism at the press conference before the away game in Leipzig, but also pointed to some positive aspects. In midfield, a duo is close to returning to the squad.
Chelsea written off for the title again after dream week
Chelsea are not a serious contender for the Premier League title this season. That is the conclusion drawn by the English media and analysts after Wednesday night’s disappointing performance against Leeds United (3-1), which brought an end to a seven match unbeaten run.
Strasbourg suspend captain Emegha
Emmanuel Emegha has received a disciplinary suspension from his club Strasbourg. The French club are suspending their captain for one match, which means he will miss the upcoming game against Toulouse. The club stated that failing to respect the club’s values and rules is the reason behind the decision.
English media harsh on sleepwalking Liverpool
Jamie Carragher has serious concerns about the current state of Liverpool. In his view, Arne Slot’s team took another step backwards against Sunderland. The English media are also critical of the struggling champions, with Virgil van Dijk playing a negative leading role.
Neymar helps Santos in the relegation battle with his first hat-trick since 2022
Neymar scored his first hat-trick in three years in the night from Wednesday to Thursday. Thanks to the goals of their 33-year-old star player, Santos beat relegation strugglers Juventude and are now virtually certain of staying in Brazil’s top flight.
Amorim avoids social media to protect his family
Ruben Amorim tries to avoid social media in order to protect himself and his family. The United manager said this at the press conference before the home match against West Ham United. The Portuguese coach, together with Arne Slot, receives the most hate messages in the Premier League.
Match-fixing scandal in Turkish football
The Turkish judiciary has launched one of the biggest match-fixing crackdowns in the country’s history, ordering the detention of 46 people, including 29 footballers, club presidents and referees, over alleged manipulation of results and illegal betting.
Slot responds to Salah’s reserve role and the battle for Gakpo’s place at Liverpool
Mohamed Salah’s role as a substitute at Liverpool is currently a much discussed topic in England. The experienced Egyptian has been dropped from the starting line up for two games in a row, but he still has an influential role at the Reds.
Raphinha hailed in the blockbuster clash
Raphinha received plenty of praise after his performance for Barcelona against Atlético Madrid. The Brazilian scored his first goal since September after a spell out injured and thus contributed to Barça’s home win over Diego Simeone’s Atlético.
Players must be on international duty on December 15
FIFA has issued a statement to the national federations to prepare the release of the players who will take part in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), between December 21 and January 18.