Bayern Munich Condemns Offensive Fan Banners Against PSG President
In a statement following their Champions League match against PSG, Bayern Munich apologised for offensive banners displayed by some fans targeting PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi.
The banners, criticising Al-Khelaifi’s influence in football, were described by Bayern as unauthorised and inconsistent with the club's values. Bayern highlighted their strong relationship with PSG and emphasised the importance of respect in international football partnerships.
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Manchester United Introduces Hygiene Products for Male Fans with Incontinence Issues.
Manchester United has become the first Premier League club to address the needs of male fans suffering from incontinence by providing hygiene products like male pads at Old Trafford stadium. This initiative follows a study revealing that half of men with bladder issues avoid attending football matches due to inadequate facilities, with one in seven stopping visits altogether.
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Mo Salah Frustrated Over Lack of Liverpool Contract Offer
Mohamed Salah has expressed disappointment with Liverpool's failure to offer him a new deal, saying he feels “more out than in” as his contract nears expiration in 2024/25.
The 32-year-old, who scored twice in Sunday’s 3-2 win against Southampton, hinted at a possible exit, stating, “I haven’t received any offers yet to stay at the club.
” Salah, alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, could negotiate with overseas clubs starting January.
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💥The top 10 greatest captains of all-time, as per a [pubitysport ]survey:
1. Paulo Maldini
2. Roy Keane
3. Steven Gerrard
4. Iker Casillas
5. Johan Cruyff
6. Franz Beckenbauer
7. Diego Maradona
8. Francesco Totti
9. Sir Bobby Charlton
10. John Terry
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Tottenham Stuns Manchester City with 4-0 Victory
Manchester City suffered a shocking 0-4 defeat to Tottenham at home, marking their fifth consecutive loss across competitions. James Maddison scored twice early, with Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson adding to the tally.
This is City’s first home defeat since November 2022, leaving them five points behind Liverpool in the Premier League standings.
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Guardiola Pledges Loyalty to Man City Despite Financial Probe
Pep Guardiola has vowed to stay at Manchester City, even if they are relegated over allegations of financial misconduct.
“I said it before, and I’ll say it again: I’ll remain here,” Guardiola asserted during Friday’s press conference. “Even if they send us to the Conference, we’ll fight our way back.”
The Premier League has leveled 115 financial rule breaches against City, but Guardiola’s recent contract extension until 2027 highlights his trust in the club’s leadership.
Facing Tottenham on Saturday, City aim to end a four-game losing streak. Guardiola reflected: “Nine years at one club means experiencing highs and lows. But only one team has won four Premier Leagues in a row, and that’s Manchester City.”
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Kane Hat-Trick Sends Bayern Eight Points Clear in Bundesliga
Bayern Munich's relentless form continued with a 3-0 win against Augsburg, thanks to a Harry Kane hat-trick that saw them extend their Bundesliga lead to eight points.
After a stalwart defensive performance from Augsburg, Kane broke the deadlock with a penalty in the 61st minute. He added another from the spot in stoppage time before heading in his third, taking his season tally to 14 goals in 11 games.
Kane praised his team's patience, stating, "We knew it would be tough, but we stayed composed and got the result." Bayern now shifts focus to a decisive Champions League clash with PSG.
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Monaco Narrowly Defeat Brest to Keep Pressure on PSG
Monaco secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Brest in Ligue 1 on Friday, tightening their hold on second place and cutting PSG’s lead to three points.
Maghnes Akliouche scored twice, including a late stunner, and Aleksandr Golovin added his first goal of the season. Despite going down early, Brest fought back, with Abdallah Sima and Ludovic Ajorque on target.
Brest, reduced to 10 men after coach Eric Roy was sent off, dominated the second half but couldn’t find the equalizer. Monaco now look ahead to a pivotal Champions League clash with Benfica on Tuesday.
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Tottenham's new logo!
Their statement: "We have removed the curved Tottenham Hotspur text from beneath the cockerel."
"This enables us to increase its scale across different environments and stand proud as a true icon for the Club."
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Chelsea Slams ‘Hateful’ Homophobic Comments Against Kerr and Mewis
Chelsea condemned the “hateful” homophobic abuse directed at Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis after the couple shared their pregnancy news. The club reaffirmed its stance against discrimination, while coach Sonia Bompastor focused on offering support to Kerr.
England’s Sarina Wiegman also voiced her disappointment at the backlash.
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Robin Van Persie: "Well, I don’t expect to work at Arsenal. I think that door is closed because of my switch to Manchester United.
You never know in football, but that's my guess. It's still a sensitive issue for them, not for me. It's especially sensitive for the Arsenal fans."
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Cristiano Ronaldo Discusses Retirement Timeline After Portugal Win
Cristiano Ronaldo hinted at his retirement plans following a stellar performance in Portugal's 5-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Poland. The 39-year-old scored twice, including a bicycle kick, securing Portugal's place in the quarterfinals and achieving a record-breaking 132 international wins.
Reflecting on his future, Ronaldo stated, "Retirement? Maybe in one or two years... as long as I feel motivated, I’ll keep going. The day I’m not, I’ll stop."
However, he dismissed the idea of pursuing a coaching career after football.
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Mike Tyson Rules Out Retirement After Loss to Jake Paul
Boxing legend Mike Tyson, 58, dismissed retirement rumors despite losing to Jake Paul by unanimous decision in an eight-round bout. Praising Paul’s preparation and performance, Tyson said,
I didn’t prove anything to anyone, just to myself.
I can’t use that as an excuse
I don’t think so.
Aleksander Čeferin on criticism of the football schedule:
It's easy always to attack FIFA and UEFA, but the thing is simple. If you play less, you get less money. Who should complain are the factory workers who get €1,000 per month.
Sergio Ramos has offered himself to Real Madrid. But Florentino Perez and others have said 𝐍𝐎.
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Liverpool Dominates Real Madrid, Returns to Champions League Summit
Liverpool defeated Real Madrid 2-0 in a commanding Champions League performance, with goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo.
Real Madrid, hindered by injuries, struggled to match Liverpool’s intensity. The Reds remain undefeated in the group stage under Arne Slot, while Kylian Mbappe’s missed penalty added to Madrid’s woes.
Liverpool looks poised to advance as group leaders with their dominant form.
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Ronaldo Double Pushes Al Nassr Closer to Champions League Quarters
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Al Nassr's 3-1 win over Al Gharafa in the AFC Champions League Elite, leaving the Saudi champions just two points away from the quarterfinals.
Ronaldo opened the scoring shortly after halftime and added another goal later, assisted by Angelo Gabriel. Al Nassr remain unbeaten in five matches, trailing only Al Ahli in the Western standings.
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Vinicius Out for a Month, to Miss Liverpool Clash
Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior has been sidelined for a month with a hamstring injury, ruling him out of Wednesday’s Champions League match against Liverpool.
The Brazilian star, who has four Champions League goals this season, also set up Kylian Mbappe's opener in Sunday’s 3-0 win over Leganes. Madrid faces a tough challenge with two defeats already in the group stage.
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Manchester City’s next 5 Premier League fixtures:
▪️Liverpool (A)
▪️Nott’m Forest (H)
▪️Crystal Palace (A)
▪️Man Utd (H)
▪️Aston Villa (A)
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Valencia Triumphs Over Betis in Emotional Return After Floods
Valencia secured a thrilling 4-2 victory against Real Betis in their first match following devastating floods that claimed 227 lives in the region.
Before the game, a minute of silence was observed to honor the victims, with players standing alongside a massive regional flag. Defender Cesar Tarrega, visibly emotional during the tribute, scored the opening goal.
Though Betis equalized through an own goal by Hugo Duro, the forward redeemed himself with two brilliant strikes in the second half. Diego Lopez added a spectacular fourth goal, securing a morale-boosting win for Valencia.
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Flick Challenges Barcelona Squad Amid Yamal Absence
Barcelona will face Celta Vigo on Saturday without Lamine Yamal, as the 17-year-old winger recovers from an ankle injury. Coach Hansi Flick called Yamal “very important” but urged the team to adapt and step up in his absence.
“We’ve struggled in the two games without Lamine, but I’ll ask the squad tomorrow if they believe they can win without him,” Flick said during Friday’s press conference.
Options for replacing Yamal include Raphinha, Dani Olmo, and Fermin Lopez, while Gavi is expected to return to the starting lineup after recovering from injury.
Lionel Messi’s praise for the team’s progress this season brought additional encouragement, with Flick noting it “means a lot” to the players and staff.
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Lionel Messi Open to Barcelona Return, Praises Hansi Flick’s Impact
Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has reiterated his desire to return to the city he considers home. In a recent documentary, Messi shared his enduring bond with Barcelona, where he lived for most of his life before leaving in 2021.
“We miss life in Barcelona. My wife, my children, and I always think about living there again someday,” Messi admitted.
He also praised coach Hansi Flick for Barcelona's current success, hailing the team's spectacular performance and Flick’s commitment to developing young players, reminiscent of Barca’s golden era.
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Reece James Sidelined Again with Hamstring Injury
Chelsea captain Reece James will miss Saturday’s Premier League clash against Leicester due to a hamstring issue. Manager Enzo Maresca revealed the 24-year-old felt “something small” and won’t be risked, hoping the setback is short-term.
James, who recently returned from a long-term injury, has struggled with fitness over the past two seasons. Maresca remains optimistic that the England right-back can overcome his injury troubles in the future.
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⚽️ PGMOL Prioritizes David Coote’s Welfare Amid Investigation
Premier League referee David Coote remains suspended as PGMOL and UEFA investigate allegations regarding his conduct. The suspension follows a video where Coote allegedly made remarks about Jurgen Klopp and images reportedly showing him engaging in inappropriate behavior.
PGMOL emphasized that Coote’s welfare is a priority during the ongoing investigation, with support networks available to him. UEFA has also launched a separate probe and suspended Coote.
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Carsley: Tuchel Inherits a Team Ready for 2026 World Cup
Lee Carsley praised England's squad as ready to win the 2026 World Cup, citing the tools and talent available under Thomas Tuchel. Carsley, who led the team on an interim basis, emphasized the importance of balance and competition for places.
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is optimistic about Tuchel's impact, hoping the squad is ready to finally secure a major trophy.
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Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight Breaks Streaming Records on Netflix
The highly anticipated bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson captivated 60 million households via Netflix, with a peak of 65 million concurrent streams. The co-main event featuring Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano also drew impressive numbers, with nearly 50 million viewers.
Held at Texas's AT&T Stadium, the fight shattered ticket sales records, bringing in over $18 million. Analysts believe this landmark event signals a new era for sports broadcasting on streaming platforms.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has scored more goals for Portugal since turning 35 than Diego Maradona managed for Argentina throughout his entire career 🇵🇹
▪️Ronaldo after 35 years - 36 goals
▪️Maradona entire Argentina career-34 goals
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Referee David Coote reportedly sent messages trying to organise a 'drugs party' - before and during half-time of a recent game between Tottenham and Manchester City.
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OFFICIAL: The new FIFA Club World Cup trophy has been unveiled! 🏆
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Ecuadorian Soccer Player Marco Angulo Passes Away After Car Crash at 22
Ecuadorian footballer Marco Angulo has tragically died at age 22 following a car accident. The Ecuadorian Football Federation expressed deep sorrow, honoring him as a talented player and cherished teammate. Angulo, on loan at LDU Quito from FC Cincinnati, had been in intensive care since the accident on October 7. His club and teammates mourn this profound loss.
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