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Bilbao fortifies for onslaught of English fans ahead of Spurs-Man United Europa League final

Tue, 20 May 2025 - 01:41 GMT

Spanish authorities have fortified Athletic Bilbao's San Mames Stadium, located in the city centre, with a three-metre high fence and stringent security measures.

Brighton keep European hopes alive with 3-2 win over Liverpool

Tue, 20 May 2025 - 01:39 GMT

Battling for eighth place and a chance of playing European football next season if Chelsea win the Conference League, Brighton went behind in the ninth minute when Harvey Elliott scored from close range after a superb Liverpool attack, but midfielder Yasin Ayari levelled in the 32nd minute.

Real Madrid sign Huijsen from Bournemouth

Sat, 17 May 2025 - 01:05 GMT

Premier League side Bournemouth said Real activated a 50 million pounds ($66.36 million) release clause to sign the 20-year-old on a five-year deal.

Chelsea beat Manchester United to stay on course for Champions League

Sat, 17 May 2025 - 11:50 GMT

Chelsea stayed in the hunt for a Champions League place next season with a nervy 1-0 victory over Manchester United on Friday, courtesy of a second-half goal from Marc Cucurella.

Villa cruise past sorry Spurs to boost Champions League push

Sat, 17 May 2025 - 11:43 GMT

High-flying Aston Villa comfortably dispatched Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 in the Premier League on Friday to keep up their quest for more Champions League football and leave their wounded visitors focused on next week's Europa League final.

Injuries worry Howe with Newcastle close to securing Champions League spot

Fri, 16 May 2025 - 11:52 GMT

Newcastle United's injury concerns are keeping manager Eddie Howe preoccupied going into the last two matches of the season as his third-placed side look to ensure a spot in the Champions League with a top-five finish in the Premier League.

Bayern's Kompany wants focus on Hoffenheim before Sunday's title party

Fri, 16 May 2025 - 11:38 GMT

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany's focus is firmly on the last Bundesliga game of the season at Hoffenheim on Saturday and not the following day's title party in the Bavarian capital, he said on Friday.

Raphinha lauds kid with the golden feet Yamal after Barca secure title

Fri, 16 May 2025 - 11:28 GMT

Raphinha knew there was no reason to panic as Barcelona struggled to break down Espanyol on Thursday and said it was only a matter of time before the "golden feet" of Lamine Yamal steered them to a title-winning victory with a glorious goal.

Man City players not 'good enough' in 'horrific season', Haaland says

Thu, 15 May 2025 - 12:24 GMT

Haaland, who has extended his contract with City until 2034, told BBC Sport that his team's players had not been "good enough" in an interview published on Thursday.

Barcelona's Torres undergoes appendicitis surgery

Thu, 15 May 2025 - 12:14 GMT

Barcelona forward Ferran Torres is set to miss their push for the title after undergoing surgery for appendicitis, the Spanish league leaders said on Wednesday.

Ancelotti praises youngsters as injury-hit Real beat Mallorca

Thu, 15 May 2025 - 11:14 GMT

Manager Carlo Ancelotti heaped praise on his young players who helped a depleted Real Madrid fight back to beat Mallorca 2-1 thanks to academy centre back Jacobo Ramon's dramatic winner in the fifth minute of stoppage time.

Alonso poised to take over at Real Madrid, says Spanish media

Tue, 13 May 2025 - 09:28 GMT

Alonso, 43, is expected to replace current Real boss Carlo Ancelotti, who is being lined up for the vacant Brazil job ahead of the 2026 World Cup, soccer sources told Reuters.

Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid and take over Brazil national team

Tue, 13 May 2025 - 09:27 GMT

The 65-year-old Ancelotti has enjoyed four hugely successful years in his second tenure at the Spanish giants but they are set to finish this season without a trophy.

River Plate ease into Argentine quarters after 3-0 win over Barracas

Tue, 13 May 2025 - 09:25 GMT

Paulo Diaz gave River an early advantage when he fired home from close range in the 12th minute and they doubled their lead two minutes before the break when Franco Mastantuono set up Ignacio Fernandez to score.

Barcelona edge closer to title with thrilling 4-3 win over Real Madrid

Mon, 12 May 2025 - 12:33 GMT

The victory extends Barcelona's lead at the top of the standings to seven points over second-placed Real Madrid and with three matches remaining, one more victory will clinch a 28th Spanish league title for the Catalans.

Napoli’s title hopes shaken by late Genoa equaliser as Inter close in

Mon, 12 May 2025 - 12:32 GMT

The hosts remain top with 78 points, holding a slim lead over Inter, who won 2-0 at Torino earlier on Sunday, with two rounds remaining.

Chelsea's Jackson must learn from red card, Maresca says

Mon, 12 May 2025 - 12:31 GMT

The 23-year-old was sent off in the 36th minute, following a VAR review, for serious foul play and will miss Chelsea's home game against Manchester United on Friday and the trip to Nottingham Forest on May 25.

Conceicao stays grounded after Milan beat Bologna ahead of final

Sat, 10 May 2025 - 11:36 GMT

Milan's 3-1 victory at home offered a decent dress rehearsal for next Wednesday’s final, where they will meet Bologna again at the iconic Stadio Olimpico in Rome, though the Portuguese manager was not entirely satisfied with his side.

Arteta doubles down on Arsenal 'best in Champions League' claim

Sat, 10 May 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has doubled down on his claim that his side were the best in the Champions League this season, despite losing to Paris St Germain in the semi-finals, but recognised on Friday they had taken a step back domestically.

Man Utd's Amorim to use remaining games as Europa League final auditions

Sat, 10 May 2025 - 11:24 GMT

Manchester United's players have three Premier League games to make their mark and earn a spot in the starting lineup for the Europa League final, but they will have to be managed to avoid injuries, boss Ruben Amorim said.

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