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Lille president sparks controversy with statements about German-speaking referee
Olivier Létang, president of Lille, has expressed his doubts about the appointment of referee Sandro Schärer for the Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund. Létang found it remarkable that a German-speaking Swiss official was in charge of the game, which ultimately resulted in Lille's elimination. His remarks have caused controversy in Switzerland.
Fernandes criticizes Ratcliffe: 'No one likes to hear that they are overpaid'
Bruno Fernandes responded on Thursday evening to the statements made by Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Monday during his BBC interview. The captain was the only player to receive praise from the Manchester United co-owner, while several of his teammates were labeled as "overpaid" or "not good enough." "It's not nice to hear," said the captain after his hat-trick in the Europa League against Real Sociedad.
From a painful substitution to a call-up by Tuchel: Slot praises Liverpool defender
Arne Slot has spoken highly of Jarell Quansah ahead of the League Cup final against Newcastle United. The English defender was called up on Friday by new national team coach Thomas Tuchel. This comes despite Slot having substituted him in a painful manner earlier this season.
Expected Spurs lineup marks a first: key players reunited after five months
English media anticipate a notable event in Tottenham Hotspur's lineup for the second leg against AZ in the Europa League Round of 16. Key players Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero, James Maddison, and Heung-Min Son are expected to start together for the first time in five months.
Frenkie de Jong heads towards the Spanish showdown with confidence: 'We'll take this one'
Frenkie de Jong is going through a strong phase with Barcelona, which gives the Dutchman confidence ahead of the big match against Atlético Madrid. "If you win, you take three points from them, and we will take them."
Nice draws with Auxerre and misses the chance to close the gap on second-placed Marseille
Nice missed the chance to catch up with second-placed Marseille after a 1-1 home draw against Auxerre. Evann Guessand put Nice ahead in the first half, but despite controlling the game, they failed to extend their lead.
Quarter-finals a different story for Arsenal: 'We'll have to find the highest gear'
English media observed that Arsenal had little trouble against PSV in the Champions League Round of 16. After the humiliation in Eindhoven, a home draw was enough for the Gunners to secure their place in the quarter-finals of the billion-dollar competition. There, Real Madrid awaits, and anticipation is already building.
UEFA considers adjusting rules after much-discussed Álvarez penalty
UEFA is considering adjusting the rules after the highly debated penalty incident in the Champions League Round of 16 match between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. During the decisive penalty shootout, Atleti striker Julián Álvarez scored, but the penalty was disallowed.
Premier League icons from Liverpool win awards again
Mohamed Salah and David Moyes have won awards. The Liverpool star has been named Premier League Player of the Month for March, while the Everton manager has been awarded Manager of the Month.
Groundhopper Slot to tick off Wembley: 'Special even for the Dutch'
Besides being a manager, Arne Slot is also a true football enthusiast. For the Dutch coach of Liverpool, managing at Wembley for the first time on Sunday marks a special milestone. Newcastle United awaits in the League Cup final.