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Cesc Fabregas insists he ‘didn’t see such a big footballing difference’ between Como and Inter in the 4-0 defeat. ‘I prefer to lose like this than defend with a 5-4-1 formation.’

Cristian Chivu wasn’t entirely happy with Inter’s 4-0 demolition of Como, insisting they ‘could’ve done much better,’ and shrugged off the rivalry with Cesc Fabregas.

Lautaro Martinez insists Inter ‘proved our strength today against an excellent side like Como’ in a thumping 4-0 victory and explains how he learned to deal with criticism.

Inter sent out a strong statement about their Scudetto credentials, tearing high-flying Como apart 4-0 with Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, Hakan Calhanoglu and Carlos Augusto.

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has provided the latest information on Mohamed Salah’s situation at Liverpool amid interest from the Saudi Pro League.

If Italy do make it to the 2026 World Cup, then their games will be against Canada on June 12, Switzerland on June 18 and Qatar on June 24.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given his thoughts to the press after his side’s 2-1 defeat away to Aston Villa in Saturday’s early Premier League kick-off.

Tarik Muharemovic is hardly a surprise, but his performance to neutralise Fiorentina’s Moise Kean further confirmed what a bargain he has been for Sassuolo.

Black Stars will play their 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage matches in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia, following the release of the full tournament schedule on Saturday.Ghana open their campaign against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, at the BMO Field in Toronto. The match is expected to set the tone for Group L as Otto Addos side target a strong start in the expanded format.The second group game comes against England on Tuesday, June 23, at the iconic Gillette Stadium in Boston. It will be Ghanas headline fixture of the group stage, with a large Ghanaian community in the region expected to create major support inside the venue.The final group match will be against Croatia on Saturday, June 27, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The game could prove decisive for qualification into the Round of 32, depending on earlier results.Ghanas Group L FixturesGhana vs Panama - June 17, TorontoEngland vs Ghana - June 23, BostonGhana vs Croatia - June 27, PhiladelphiaWith three teams able to progress from each group, the Black Stars believe their chances remain strong. The confirmed venues also offer the advantage of large Ghanaian diaspora support in all three host cities.Preparations will now intensify as Ghana plan logistics, camps and travel across the East Coast of the United States ahead of their fifth World Cup appearance next summer.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has responded to Arsenal dropping points in the Premier League title race today with their 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa.

Arsenal’s makeshift striker Mikel Merino had a very poor game against Aston Villa today, perhaps showing that Mikel Arteta needs to end this experiment.

Fiorentina director of sport Roberto Goretti admits the fans are right to insult the players who ‘didn’t turn up’ in their 3-1 defeat to Sassuolo. ‘We cannot give up or accept relegation.’

Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori limped off during today’s Premier League defeat to Aston Villa and is certainly out of the next Arsenal match against Wolves.

Jhon Lucumi is an increasingly important defender for Bologna, but his entourage is stalling on a new contract, aware Sunderland aren’t the only club interested in an offer.

Cesc Fabregas reassures Como will ‘play for the win’ against Inter at San Siro and identifies the ‘engine’ of the opposing team, plus where Nico Paz needs to improve.