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Mykhailo Mudryk is innocent – Chelsea coach reacts to ban
18 Dec

Mykhailo Mudryk is innocent – Chelsea coach reacts to ban

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Chelsea boss, Enzo Maresca has reacted to winger Mykhailo Mudryk’s ban. Mudryk was provisionally suspended after testing positive in a doping test. The Ukrainian international also confirmed on Tuesday that he has tested positive for a banned substance. He insisted that he never knowingly used any illegal substance. Speaking on the development ahead of Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League tie with Shamrock Rovers on Thursday, Maresca said Mudryk is innocent. “We all believe Mudryk is innocent. For sure he will come back,” Maresca said at his pre-match interview “I don’t think Misha’s Chelsea career is over. I think he will come back.…
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Amorim gives Rashford, Garnacho condition to play in their next game
18 Dec

Amorim gives Rashford, Garnacho condition to play in their next game

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Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has said he will only select Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho against Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup if they train well. Both forwards were dropped for United’s 2-1 win at Manchester City on Sunday. Amorim, speaking after the game at The Etihad, made it clear he is ready to enforce high standards within the squad. Ahead of the Carabao Cup quarter-final fixture, he was asked about picking Rashford and Garnacho for the game. He said: “We have one more training but it’s the same as the other players. If they train well, then I…
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EPL: I tried to influence referees – Liverpool manager, Slot
18 Dec

EPL: I tried to influence referees – Liverpool manager, Slot

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Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, has admitted he tried to influence referees during matches this season. However, the Dutchman claims his attempts have not worked. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Slot spoke about trying to create a siege mentality at Anfield in order to make officials give the team more favourable calls. “You try to influence as much as you can,” he said. “The mistake I have made two times already here, and one or two times in Holland, is sometimes you think that creating an atmosphere that the whole world is against you can lead to some positive decisions…
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Real Madrid Star Vinicius Junior Defiant In Social Media Post – ‘Nobody Tells Me How To Behave’
18 Dec

Real Madrid Star Vinicius Junior Defiant In Social Media Post – ‘Nobody Tells Me How To Behave’

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Vinicius Junior, after winning the FIFA Best Award, declared himself the best player in the world, following his disappointment at not receiving the Ballon d'Or. The Brazilian narrowly beat Manchester City's Rodri to the top spot, with Jude Bellingham, Dani Carvajal, and Lamine Yamal rounding out the top five. In a heartfelt Instagram message, Vinicius reflected on his journey, emphasizing how others tried to undermine him, but he persevered. He proudly proclaimed, "Yes, I am the best player in the world." Despite his achievements, his behavior has been criticized, including for a gesture made to Rayo Vallecano fans, with ex-Real…
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Arsenal, Liverpool And Manchester City Contact Agents Of Barcelona Star
18 Dec

Arsenal, Liverpool And Manchester City Contact Agents Of Barcelona Star

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Barcelona had considered selling Raphinha last summer to fund a move for Nico Williams, but keeping him has proven to be a wise decision. The Brazilian has been in excellent form, attracting interest from top European clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City for next summer. Despite the interest, it is unlikely that Raphinha will leave, as he has become a key player and leader at Barcelona, even being elected vice-captain. With 27 goal contributions in 24 appearances this season, he leads the team in this regard. Barcelona is still focused on strengthening the left-wing position but is expected to…
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Medeama SC Mutually Part Ways With Head Coach, Nebojsa Kapor
18 Dec

Medeama SC Mutually Part Ways With Head Coach, Nebojsa Kapor

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Medeama SC have officially announced their decision to part ways with head coach, Nebojsa Kapor by mutual consent. The decision follows Medeama’s 3-2 loss to Vision FC on Saturday during Matchday 13 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season. Kapor, who signed a one-year deal in December 2023, departs after the two parties failed to reach an agreement on a contract extension. “Both parties failed to reach an agreement on contract renewal,” the club revealed in a statement. The club also expressed gratitude to the Bosnian coach for his efforts and extended their best wishes for his future endeavours. Kapor’s…
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Vinicius Jr Named Fifa Best Men’s Player Of The Year
18 Dec

Vinicius Jr Named Fifa Best Men’s Player Of The Year

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Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has been named the men’s player of the year at the Fifa Best Awards. The 24-year-old and his club boycotted the recent Ballon d’Or ceremony after missing out to Manchester City’s Rodri – but he picked up this prize in Doha. Vinicius played a key role in Real’s Champions League and La Liga-winning campaign in 2023-24, scoring 24 goals and providing 11 assists. Earlier in the ceremony, Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the women’s player of the year for the second year in a row. This was the first time Vinicius has won the…
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Carabao Cup: Arteta gives Arsenal injury updates ahead Crystal Palace clash
17 Dec

Carabao Cup: Arteta gives Arsenal injury updates ahead Crystal Palace clash

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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has given injury updates on his squad ahead of Wednesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-final clash against Crystal Palace. The Gunners will have Declan Rice available for the game at the Emirates. However, Alex Zinchenko and Riccardo Calafiori are still out with injuries. When Arteta was asked about players who could be out, he told reporters: “Not much. Declan [Rice] is fine, we’ll make the decision whether he’s available or not. “Alex [Zinchenko] and Richy [Calafiori] will be out of the squad for tomorrow.” Arsenal’s game with Palace will be the first within three days, as both sides…
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Lookman And Banda Named African Players Of The Year
17 Dec

Lookman And Banda Named African Players Of The Year

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Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 African Footballer of the Year at the Confederation of African Football (Caf) Awards in Marrakesh. The Atalanta forward saw off competition from Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra, Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, Achraf Hakimi of Morocco and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams. Lookman is the second consecutive Nigerian to claim the award after Victor Osimhen in 2023. Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda made history as the first Zambian to win the women’s prize, finishing ahead of Moroccan Sanaa Mssoudy and Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie. The winners are voted for by a panel of experts which includes members of…
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Antetokounmpo & Alexander To Meet In NBA Cup Final
17 Dec

Antetokounmpo & Alexander To Meet In NBA Cup Final

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The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the final of the 2024 NBA Cup in Las Vegas this week. It is the second year of the competition, which has a similar format to the football World Cup. The Los Angeles Lakers, spearheaded by LeBron James, won the inaugural edition last year, beating the Indiana Pacers 123-109 in the final. This is all you need to know about the 2024 NBA Cup final. What is NBA Cup and what is format? Intended to add more importance to the earlier part of the season, the NBA Cup is a…
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