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Federico Chiesa made a substitute appearance in Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Real Madrid on Tuesday, and a piece of skill from the Italy international was shared by the Reds on X social media: ‘Bellissimo.’ Even if Chiesa was only introduced at minute 88 in Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Real Madrid on Tuesday, he had enough time to show his quality …

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Inter coach Cristian Chivu was highlgy unhappy with his players’ attittude in a 2-1 Champions League win over Kairat on Wednesday and made sure the team knew his feelings. Inter coach Chivu reproached his players in the dressing room at San Siro after a 2-1 win over Kairat in the Champions League on Wednesday. Gazzetta …

Italy have climbed to fifth place in the UEFA Coefficient Ranking, which gives two extra Champions League places at the end of the season. Italy have climbed the UEFA Coefficient Ranking after the latest round of European matches played between Tuesday and Thursday. Italian clubs collected three wins with Inter and Atalanta in the Champions League and Roma in the …

Paolo Vanoli has just arrived at the Viola Park to begin his tenure as Fiorentina coach. The timing has been confirmed; on Wednesday, we reported that Vanoli would be appointed as the Fiorentina coach today, and the ex-Torino boss has just arrived at the club’s training ground, Viola Park, to begin his tenure. The Italian tactician will sign a contract …

Chelsea are reportedly emerging as potential transfer suitors for Real Madrid central defender Antonio Rudiger as he nears the end of his contract. The experienced Germany international is set to become a free agent in summer 2026, and it remains to be seen if he’s staying at the Bernabeu. It seems Real Madrid are open to re-starting contract talks with …

Cambiaso: ‘Spalletti immediately enters your mind. Juve worthy of Scudetto.’ Casadei: ‘It will be a derby full of energy. Torino are angry.’ Chivu shakes the team Superficial and too many blackouts against Verona and Kairat: the coach is upset and gives motivation for the Scudetto. What a Roma: Soulé and Pellegrini, here are the goals. Rangers beaten. Bologna down to …

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice arguably has a bit more to his game even than recent Ballon d’Or winner Rodri of Manchester City, according to Jody Morris. The Gunners splashed the cash to sign Rice from West Ham in the summer of 2023, and it’s proven a great piece of business for them as he’s been a consistently world class performer …

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly ready to bring Jadon Sancho back to the club for a third spell if he leaves Manchester United on a free transfer next summer. The 25-year-old winger has had a nightmare spell at Man Utd, proving one of their worst flops of recent times considering the amount they paid for him and the hype and excitement …

Chelsea have reportedly made an enquiry for Como attacking midfielder and Real Madrid transfer target Nico Paz. We’ve previously reported on Paz being a Chelsea target, and it now seems their plans to move for the Argentina international have been confirmed. Paz has shone during his time in Serie A and it’s not too surprising to see that the 21-year-old …

Tottenham are reportedly lining up a move for a “statement signing” in upcoming transfer windows, which could threaten Chelsea’s plans. A recent report from Fichajes claimed that Chelsea are interested in Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes, a player they value at around £70m. Still, it seems Tottenham could also be one to watch in the race for the Brazil international, …

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito has signalled his intent to exploit the vulnerabilities of Hearts of Oak ahead of this weekend’s Super Clash.The Porcupine Warriors will face their fierce rivals on Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium in a Matchday 9 fixture of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.Both sides enter the showdown undefeated, adding extra spice to the encounter.Speaking …

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 …

Samuel Amo-Ameyaw made a telling impact by setting up Martial Godo’s crucial goal in Strasbourg’s 2–1 win over Hacken in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday night. The English-Ghanaian winger started for Strasbourg at the Gamla Ullevi Stadium and impressed throughout the match with his pace, energy, and sharp link-up play. His decisive moment came in the 60th minute when he …

Lorenzo Pellegrini is ‘very happy as a player and a fan that Gian Piero Gasperini is the coach of Roma’ and hails Artem Dovbyk’s movement after beating Glasgow Rangers. The Giallorossi were feeling under pressure following a series of painful defeats, to Lille and Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League, Inter and Milan in Serie A. They seemed surprisingly comfortable …

Vincenzo Italiano made his return to the Bologna bench, but sent his assistant manager to describe a frustrating draw with SK Brann when down to 10 men. ‘We deserved to win.’ This was a special occasion in any case, as it saw Italiano return to the touchline for the first time in three weeks, having been in hospital undergoing treatment …