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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.
But Bayern will have learned from this match
For Union Berlin and Bayern Munich, there will be a quick reunion. Twenty-five days after their draw in the Bundesliga, the two very different teams meet again in the round of 16 of the DFB-Pokal.
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.
Gladbach cup exit doubly painful
The Gladbach upswing came to an abrupt end with the defeat against St. Pauli. The elimination also hits the club financially, since the squad is supposed to be strengthened in January.
Reward at last after nominations: De Ligt receives prestigious award from Man Utd
Matthijs de Ligt has received a fine reward for the strong month he has had at Manchester United. The Netherlands international has been named the club’s Player of the Month for the first time since his arrival at Old Trafford.
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.
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.
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.
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.