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Lisandro Martinez doubles down on Manchester United criticism in shock statement

World Cup winner voiced his displeasure after Champions League defeatLisandro Martinez has not apologised for his scathing criticism of Manchester United’s hierarchy after the Red Devils’ 2-0 defeat by Atletico...

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Emery lauds Aston Villa’s new star after Champions League triumph against Fenerbahce

Johan Manzambi earned special praise from Unai Emery after another impressive display in Aston Villa’s emphatic 6-0 Champions League win over Fenerbahce.The Villa boss hailed the midfielder’s attitude and adaptation...

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The Season Is Ruined: Man City’s Appeal Makes a Mockery of the Title Race – Opinion

Many within football were pleasantly surprised when the Premier League not just found Man City guilty of all but one of the 115 charges, but also by the tone of their subsequent statement. Many fans assumed a business run by

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‘Ridiculous’ – José Mourinho critical of Real Madrid stars despite win over Roma

Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho made clear that he was far from satisfied, despite his side’s comeback victory over AS Roma on Wednesday. Specifically, the Portuguese was left angered…

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Waldemar Anton slams Dortmund's lack of intensity after Bodø/Glimt defeat

Borussia Dortmund defender Waldemar Anton refused to make excuses for his side's disappointing performance following Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Bodø/Glimt.

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “Espí is growing a lot. When Gonzalo could go to Fulham, there were 3 names. The person who put Espí there did a great job. For an attacker to be in the same squad as Kylian isn’t easy because even when he’s not playing well he’s very important, not because of https://t.co/fv7csy3uti

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PSG on different level - but where do they rank against other great sides?

Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown after dismantling Manchester City, but where do they rank against Europe's most dominant clubs?

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “The federation shows us little respect. Playing in Athens on Wednesday night, and they make us play on Saturday. It’s not innocent. I don’t accept excuses. It’s not the TV, I’m too old to believe that.” “Now Vini, 2 hours before, 4 game ban, no comment. https://t.co/uxRGNiiCZy

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‘We are there’ – Maresca on Man City loss to PSG and what Luis Enrique told him afterwards

Enzo Maresca insists Manchester City are “close” to Paris Saint-Germain despite suffering a 4-2 defeat in the Champions League.City found themselves 3-0 down at half-time against Luis Enrique’s side, but...

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City player ratings vs PSG: Haaland brace fails to rescue hosts

Manchester City suffered a disappointing 4-2 defeat at home to Paris Saint-Germain as a disastrous first-half defensive showing proved fatal. Despite a second-half resurgence led by Erling Haaland, the visitors were clinical on the break to secure all three points.

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Quelle soirée ! 🤩 #UCL https://t.co/4FP1zKO8Bw

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Ross Barkley and Nicolas Jackson shine in six-goal rout

Aston Villa dismantled Fenerbahce with a ruthless 6-0 victory at Villa Park to continue their perfect start in the Champions League. Ross Barkley and Nicolas Jackson both netted braces as Unai Emery's side overwhelmed the Turkish giants.

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “Physically, we had Yan Diomande destroying Mario Hermoso. Then when he couldn’t keep going, we brought in Endrick. Give me some credit!” https://t.co/G1BhqoKjxx

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “If we started the game with the 11 players who ended the game, I think they would have scored 5.” https://t.co/q0O8qqLPSz

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Isco snatches late Betis win as they edge past Porto

Isco scores an 84th minute penalty to help Real Betis snatch a late 3-2 win against Porto, giving them back to back wins at the start of this season's Champions League.

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The key questions facing Infantino at crunch FIFA meeting

Gianni Infantino will face some of his political enemies, rivals, and harshest critics when the FIFA Council meets in Zurich on Thursday morning.

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À couper le souffle ! 🗞️ https://t.co/rf1mEbhx6g https://t.co/1Wq4sfkcSm

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Manchester City learn that with friends like process-respecting, UEFA-hating PSG, who needs enemies?

Honestly don’t think Manchester City could have executively and deliberately cooked up two funnier results in the absurd circumstances.Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain were already arguably the most exceptional, narrative-laden opponents...

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Aston Villa hit Fenerbahce for six in big win at Villa Park

Aston Villa dismantled Fenerbahce with Nicolas Jackson and Ross Barkley scoring two each in a 6-0 Champions League win at Villa Park.

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Man City beaten by PSG in thriller as Guardiola returns to Etihad

Manchester City were beaten 4-2 by a majestic Paris Saint-Germain as Pep Guardiola watched on from the stands in an enthralling Champions League encounter.

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “It’s normal that Vini asks why he came off. I don’t like it, but it’s normal. Players throw bottles, I don’t like it, but it’s normal for a player to be frustrated. He was very happy after the game.” https://t.co/I9issxdvr9

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “The league is the league. The Champions League is the Champions League. We are halfway to qualifying now. We have 6 points and 6 games left, very good.” https://t.co/K5CvtSRiEG

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Grischa Prömel comments on difficult pitch conditions after Stuttgart's Champions League win

VfB Stuttgart midfielder Grischa Prömel has reflected on the difficult playing conditions in Bratislava after his side secured a 3-0 Champions League victory on Wednesday evening.

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Savio draws comparisons with former electric winger as Tottenham insider demands better finishing

The post Savio draws comparisons with former electric winger as Tottenham insider demands better finishing appeared first on To The Lane And Back . Tottenham Hotspur summer signing Savio has drawn direct comparisons to fan-favourite winger known for his explosive

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “Vini’s first half is my fault. Or Gasperini’s fault, in a good way. They crushed us with the 2 vs 1 or 3 vs 1. In the second half I gave him freedom on the other side.” “He lost a ball that he can’t lose, but that’s fine, we all make mistakes.” https://t.co/oRVe5uiAUQ

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Manchester City 2 PSG 4: City player ratings as Enzo Maresca’s side fall to PSG

Manchester City 2 (Erling Haaland 53′, 75′) PSG 4 (Désiré Doué 13′, Ousmane Dembélé 15′, Vitinha 32′, Maghnes Akliouche 62′) Here are the City players ratings as Manchester City went down swinging as they were beaten 4-2 by PSG. Luis

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Manchester City 2 PSG 4: City player ratings as Enzo Maresca’s fall to PSG

Manchester City 2 (Erling Haaland 53′, 75′) PSG 4 (Désiré Doué 13′, Ousmane Dembélé 15′, Vitinha 32′, Maghnes Akliouche 62′) Here are the City players ratings as Manchester City went down swinging as they were beaten 4-2 by PSG. Luis

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🗣️ José Mourinho: “This is becoming something… If the cat is hiding its tail sticks out, but now the cat isn’t hiding, it’s doing things with no shame. 2 hours before a game, a 4-match ban, for a Spanish team who gets 3 points for Spanish football’s ranking.” https://t.co/XquTtcrX7l

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Is Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer okay?

Sometimes, Manuel Neuer just needs to feel alive. Bayern Munich’s swashbuckling goalkeeper will dare to venture upfield, taking the kinds of touches nobody in their right mind expects—baiting opposing attackers almost for sport—before taking the ball away and passing it

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Mbappe Gets 8.5, Diomande With 8 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Hard-Fought Win Vs Roma

Real Madrid locked horns with Roma at the Stadio Olimpico earlier tonight as they looked to secure a win on the road in the UEFA Champions League. Los Blancos made a sloppy start to the game and conceded the opening