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Athletic Bilbao captain Inaki Williams faced relentless jeers from Saudi fans during their 5-0 Spanish Super Cup semifinal loss to Barcelona in Jeddah.

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has been heavily criticised for a quiet performance against Liverpool in tonight’s big game in the Premier League.

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is hoping the clubs supporters will turn up in large numbers this Sunday when the team hosts Young Apostles at the TnA Stadium.Medeama go into the game in good shape after a strong run of results, and Tanko believes the energy from the stands can play a key role again. The coach points to the recent home match against Hearts of Oak, where a big turnout helped lift the team to an important victory.The Mauve and Yellows have won three matches and drawn two in their last five games, a run that has pushed them to the top of the table at the end of the first round. With the second round beginning, Tanko wants the team and fans to continue the journey together. Yes, I think I always said and we are doing these things together and they came in their numbers against Hearts of Oak and that give us the backing and to get the three points. I hope that this Sunday they will come. We are starting the second run. We finish the first run. We are at the top. So I hope that they will come in their numbers to back us so that we go the journey with them. " he told Medeama TV.Medeama play Young Apostles on January 11, with kick off at 3:00 pm.

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Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed quiet satisfaction with the growing influence of forward Kingsley Braye after his strong showing in the MTN FA Cup.Braye grabbed the headlines after scoring a hat trick in Medeama’s impressive win over Bibiani Gold Stars, a result that pushed the Tarkwa-based side into the Round of 16 of the competition.The coach views the forward’s rise as timely, especially with the team building momentum ahead of their next league outing.Medeama have gone five matches unbeaten, recording three wins and two draws, and will be looking to extend that run when they host Young Apostles at the TnA Stadium this weekend.Tanko also reflected on the squad’s depth and the impact of injuries on attacking options.“I think it's not only him. Even Salam was doing great before he get an injury. So I'm happy that Kingsley have start scoring goals and and giving us the points that we need. So definitely I hope that if Salam come come back he also going to give us some goals but I'm happy for Kingsley," he told Medeama TV.The match kicks off at 3:00 pm on January 11.

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to offer as much as €150m for the transfer of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez in the summer.

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is using the last two training sessions to settle on his starting team for the clash with Young Apostles.With the match close, Tanko wants to be sure every player understands the plan and their role before the final whistle blows on preparation.Medeama head into the game in decent form, with three wins and two draws from their last five appearances. That run has lifted the mood in camp, but Tanko is keeping his focus on the process rather than the record. The coaching staff are paying close attention to fitness, shape, and balance across the pitch as they fine tune the squad.“Oh yes, I think and we are going and game by game and according to the tactical point of view. So definitely we have today and tomorrow and then we will see in the final 11 that we are going to bring on board," he told Medeama TVThe match between Medeama and Young Apostles will be played on January 11 at the TnA Stadium. Kick off is set for 3:00 pm, with fans expecting a tight and lively contest.

Playing a host nation at the Africa Cup of Nations often places visiting teams under intense mental strain. The stadiums roar louder, the atmosphere tightens, and every mistake is magnified.

Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has made the radical suggestion that a dream team of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Michael Carrick and Darren Fletcher could take charge of the side.

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Cagliari and Cremonese shared the points in a chaotic and dramatic 2-2 draw, with late goals, VAR drama and a frantic finale defining an entertaining contest.

Reliable journalist David Ornstein has got Arsenal fans excited by confirming that the Gunners are in touch over a possible transfer move for Marc Guehi.

Thursday night’s Serie A clash between Milan and Genoa is a special one for Massimiliano Allegri, who marks his 200th competitive match in charge of the Rossoneri in San Siro. 

Manchester City have reportedly identified a key addition to their defence as Pep Guardiola ramps up his search for a ‘specialist’ right-back for the Citizens.