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Jonathan David reveals what ‘hurt me the most’ after criticism of the missed penalty, as he ‘appreciates’ the Juventus celebrations this evening after a goal against Sassuolo.

Jonathan David was awarded the player of the match award after providing an assist and a goal in just over a minute as Juventus picked up a 3-0 victory on the road against Sassuolo in Serie A on Tuesday night. 

Jonathan David made up for last week’s error with a goal and assist as Juventus swept Sassuolo aside, plus Fabio Miretti and a Tarik Muharemovic own goal.

Jonathan David provided an assist and then broke his 16-game Serie A drought against Sassuolo on Tuesday evening, and TV audio shows that Juventus had considered substituting the Canadian off a few moments before he made it 3-0. 

Manchester United are reportedly closing in on a stunning appointment, with former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer emerging as the clear frontrunner to take over as caretaker manager.

The Juventus squad gave Jonathan David a massive show of support after netting his first Serie A goal in 16 games during Tuesday evening’s match away against Sassuolo. 

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Tottenham are preparing an improved offer for Santos star Souza.

Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali has sent a word of warning to Inter and AFC Bournemouth that centre-back Tarik Muharmovic will not be on the move during the January transfer window, but admits: ‘we’ve had contact from several clubs’. 

Adil Boulbina stepped off the bench and took just a few minutes to change the course of a tight knockout match in Rabat.With the match seemingly drifting towards penalties after a goalless 90 minutes and most of extra time, the Algerian forward produced a moment of quality in the 118th minute. Cutting in from the right, he curled a superb strike beyond Lionel Mpasi-Nzau, whose saves had frustrated Algeria all evening.The goal finally separated two sides who had largely cancelled each other out in a physical, disciplined contest. Algeria had enjoyed long spells of possession without finding a way past DR Congos organised back line, while the Congolese threatened on the break through Cedric Bakambu and Fiston Mayele.Mpasi-Nzau had earlier denied Fares Chaibi and Baghdad Bounedjah, underlining why Boulbinas late winner and Man of the Match display felt so decisive.Boulbinas impact sparked wild celebrations among Algerian players and fans, underlining the importance of his contribution on a nervy night.The victory sends Algeria into a quarter-final showdown with Nigeria in Marrakesh, as their push for a second AFCON title in six years gathers momentum.For Boulbina, the Man of the Match award crowns a memorable evening that may yet prove a defining moment in Algerias AFCON 2025 campaign.

Manchester United have begun the process of appointing a caretaker manager following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, with club legend Michael Carrick emerging as a leading candidate to steady the ship until the end of the season.

Coach Gian Piero Gasperini did not speak to the media after Roma’s 2-0 victory away to Lecce, amid rumours of tension with the club hierarchy.

Multiple sources confirm Matteo Guendouzi is on the verge of a transfer to Fenerbahce, with Lazio pocketing €25m plus €2m in add-ons, but not until next week.

Luciano Spalletti accuses fans of other clubs of trying to ‘create chaos’ at Juventus over that Jonathan David penalty, while there is ‘nothing concrete’ in Federico Chiesa rumours.

Berekum Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign former Asante Kotoko midfielder Samuel Tenedu In a bid to strengthen their squad amid a difficult season,The club's move for the experienced player comes at a critical time. Berekum Chelsea currently finds itself in a dire league position, sitting in 16th place in the Ghana Premier League table and deeply involved in a relegation battle after the first half of the campaign.Tenedu became available on the transfer market after having his contract with Asante Kotoko terminated by mutual consent recently, making him a free agent.Berekum Chelsea are now looking to capitalise on his availability to add much-needed quality and experience to their ranks as they aim to climb away from the bottom of the standings in the second round of fixtures.If completed, the signing would represent a significant boost for a Chelsea side desperate for a turnaround in form.