Sergi Roberto was left p***** off as Barcelona fought back against Osasuna only to draw 2-2 in Saturday s LaLiga meeting at El Sadar.
Ernesto Valverde s side were behind after only seven minutes thanks to Roberto Torres strike, but they were 2-1 ahead early in the second half through a good finish from Arthur after Ansu Fati had become their youngest LaLiga goalscorer.
However, Torres snatched a point with nine minutes to play, scoring from the penalty spot after Gerard Pique was punished for blocking a cross with a raised arm.
It means Barca have taken only four points from their first three games of 2019-20, their worst return at this stage of a season since Pep Guardiola s first term in charge in 2008-09 – although that year they recovered to win the treble.…
Brendan Rodgers has described Kyogo Furuhashi’s new four-year deal at Celtic as “brilliant news” for the treble winners.
The Japan striker, 28, has scored 54 goals in 83 games since signing from Vissel Kobe in 2021 and is now tied to the Parkhead club until 2027.
Rodgers, beginning his second stint as Hoops boss, told the club’s official website: “It is brilliant news for the club. Kyogo is an important player for us so I am delighted he has signed a new contract.
“Kyogo has thrived since he arrived in Scottish football and has shown his outstanding qualities.
“In two seasons, he has secured five domestic honours, scored over 50 club goals and become a treble winner. This takes a lot of hard work, dedication and sacrifice both on and off the…
Tottenham fans got to see Gareth Bale don the famous shirt once more in Sunday s Premier League clash with West Ham.
The Wales star came off the bench at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for his first appearance in England s top flight since May 2013, but it proved a frustrating outing.
From 3-0 up when Bale was introduced in the 72nd minute, Tottenham were pegged back as the game finished in a 3-3 draw.
The 31-year-old, who previously played for Spurs between 2007 and 2013, joined Jose Mourinho s side on loan from Real Madrid after winning four Champions Leagues with Los Blancos.
Bale had only 25 goal involvements (17 goals, eight assists) across his final two seasons with Madrid, having managed 61 (38 goals, 23 assists) in his last two campaigns with Tottenham…
Leicester have been referred to an independent commission by the Premier League for an alleged breach of profitability and sustainability rules during their previous seasons in the top flight.
The Foxes – currently second in the Sky Bet Championship on goal difference, but with a match in hand on leaders Leeds – could face a points deduction if found to have broken the financial regulations.
A statement from the Premier League read: “The Premier League has today referred Leicester City FC to an independent commission for an alleged breach of Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSRs) and for failing to submit their audited financial accounts to the League.
The Club has today released the following statement.
— Leicester City (@LCFC)
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Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane insisted star defender Raphael Varane is non-transferable amid links with Manchester United.
United have been long-term admirers of Varane and the Premier League giants are reportedly preparing an offer for the 27-year-old France international.
But Zidane dismissed speculation over Varane s future at the Santiago Bernabeu, where the Frenchman has won three LaLiga titles and four Champions League trophies among other honours since arriving in 2011.
It s not just me [who wants to keep him], Zidane told reporters ahead of Saturday s LaLiga clash against Villarreal. He is part of this club, we were very lucky to be able to bring him to Madrid.
He has a great career, he s achieved a lot since he s been here. Of course, …
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eager to pit his wits against a Leeds United team he feels will test Manchester United to the limit when the sides renew rivalries on Sunday.
There is little love lost between the cross-Pennine rivals, who have not met in the top flight since a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford in February 2004.
Since then, the teams have faced off in the FA Cup in 2010 – a famous 1-0 win for Leeds – and a 2011 EFL Cup tie that saw United triumph 3-0.
Red Devils boss Solskjaer is only all too aware of the importance of the fixture having featured in several contests himself as a player.
I can t wait, it s been too long, Solskjaer said ahead of this weekend s fixture at Old Trafford.
Of course I know how much it means for our supporters, I k…
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Turning their attention to EFL Cup action on Wednesday night, Liverpool will welcome a struggling West Ham to Anfield.
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Starting with the hosts, while Liverpool might have marked their return from September’s international break with a shock 1-0 loss at home against Nottingham Forest, the Reds have only continued to shine since Arne Slot’s arrival over the summer. Getting their Champions League adventure underway last week with a thumping 3-1 victory away at Italian heavyweights AC Milan, the former Feyenoord has received plenty of early plaudits. Last seen over the weekend picking up a routine 3-0 romp at home against Bournemouth, Liverpool will certainly be smelling the chance to lay down another marker on Wednesday nig…
Erik ten Hag admits he does not know whether or not he has managed Manchester United for the last time, after guiding the Red Devils to FA Cup glory.
The Dutchman led his team out against Manchester City in a repeat of last year s final with his job reportedly on the line, regardless of the result ahead of the final at Wembley.
Nevertheless, the Red Devils produced a spirited performance with first-half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo eventually enough to secure a 2-1 win over their rivals.
It provided a happy ending to a difficult season for United, in which they recorded their lowest Premier League finish of eighth, but still managed to snatch European football for next term.
However, speculation and question marks continue to hang over …
Aston Villa have completed the permanent signing of Calum Chambers from Arsenal.
The defender, who can play as a full-back or centre-back, has signed a deal that keeps him at Villa Park until the end of the 2024-25 season.
Chambers, 27, joined the Gunners in a deal reportedly worth £16million in July 2014 having broken into Southampton s first team as a teenager.
But, partly due to injuries, he struggled to establish himself as first-choice at Emirates Stadium, with the 23 Premier League appearances he made in his first campaign comfortably the most he ever tallied in a single top-flight season for the Gunners.
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Hertha Berlin midfielder Sami Khedira has announced his retirement from football at the end of the 2020-21 season.
The 34-year-old s last game will be against Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga on Saturday.
Khedira joined Hertha in February after five-and-a-half years with Serie A giants Juventus, where he won five Scudettos and three Coppa Italia titles.
Prior to that he enjoyed five seasons at Real Madrid, claiming one LaLiga title and the Champions League in 2013-14.
After the match on Saturday it’s time to say goodbye. So proud that I had the chance to experience all these special moments with you! Thanks to all the fans, teammates, coaches and of course my family and friends.
— Sami Khedira (@SamiKhedira)
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