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OFFICIAL: A spectacular worldie and a header, Madueke named UCL R6's POTW
UCL has announced their POTW of round 6. Arsenal's Noni Madueke won the title with a brilliant brace.
Egypt's Africa Cup of Nations squad: Salah, Marmoush lead, Trezeguet included
On 11 December, Egypt's national team has announced its squad for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Match Reports
Celtic FC 0-3 Roma: Ferguson scored twice, Scales scored an own goal
Celtic continued their losing start under Wilfried Nancy after they fell to a humbling 3-0 defeat at the hands of Roma in the Europa League. Ferguson scored twice, Scales scored an own goal.
Basel 1-2 Aston Villa: Guessand, Daniliuc scored, Tielemans sealed the victory
Youri Tielemans made an immediate impact off the bench for Aston Villa as they beat Basel 2-1 in the Europa League.
Dinamo Zagreb 1-3 Betis: Antony, Riquelme scored, Betis remain unbeaten in UECL
Real Betis' 3-1 UEFA Europa League (UEL) win over Dinamo Zagreb saw them continue their unbeaten run in the competition (W3, D3). Antony, Riquelme scored.
Utrecht 1-2 Nottingham Forest: Jesus snatches late win to boost top-eight hopes
Igor Jesus struck late to snatch Nottingham Forest a 2-1 win over Utrecht in the Europa League and boost their automatic qualification hopes.
These Things Happen
The statue of Messi in India, built by 45 people in 27 days, is 21.3 meters tall
Fresh from leading Inter Miami to a historic MLS Cup, Messi is heading to India for a three-day 'GOAT Tour'. Accompanied by club-mates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner will unveil a statue of himself in Kolkata on Saturday.
Globe Soccer 2025 Best Forward Vote: Yamal 1st, Mbappé 2nd, Dembélé 3rd
On 11 December, The Globe Soccer Awards have announced the results of the 2025 Best Forward voting. Barcelona star Yamal comes in first place with 21.1% of the vote, Real Madrid star Mbappé comes in second with 19.6% of the vote, and Paris Saint-Germain star Dembélé comes in third with 18.5% of the vote.
Mundo Deportivo: Laporta, Enrique, Valverde will testify in the 'Negreira case'
The Barça president will personally attend the hearing, while the current PSG and Athletic Club coaches will participate via videoconference from Paris and Bilbao.
Legend goes on! OFFICIAL: 38y/o Vardy nets 3 in 4 matches to win Serie A's POTM
Jamie Vardy wins Serie A November's POTM, he also becomes first Englishman to win Serie A Player of the month.
El Chiringuito TV: Alonso could be sacked if he fails to seize 3pts this weekend
Xabi Alonso's position at Real Madrid is in jeopardy.
Plettenberg: Stuttgart aiming Real Madrid's Garcia but hard to realise
According to Florian Plettenberg from SkySport, VfB Stuttgart is aiming on Real Madrid's new star Gonzalo Garcia.
Clean sheet rates of UCL goalkeepers in the past decade: Raya 1st, Buffon 2nd
Clean sheet rates of UCL goalkeepers in the past decade: Raya 1st, Buffon 2nd
City may have finally found Cherki as their next Mahrez after Real Madrid win
Savinho took Riyad Mahrez's shirt number last season but there is a new player showing the traits that made Pep Guardiola love the Algerian
OFFICIAL: Acerbi has a strain of the biceps femoris in his right thigh
Inter's defender Francesco Acerbi was injured during the UCL game against Liverpool.
TA on Salah: What we’re hearing about his future, and where would be best?
Mohamed Salah is facing an uncertain future.
Team Reporter: Militao's injury out could be reduced to 2 months
Real Madrid defender Militao was injured and out in the La Liga game against Celta. And Los Blancos are facing shortage of proper defenders right now. What might be a good news is from team reporter Marcus Benito that Militao's injury might be healed within 2 months.
Seriously? The Sun: Eto'o bans Aboubakar from AFCON to save his goal record
According to The Sun, Cameroon Football Federation President Eto'o has been exposed for intervening in the selection of the national team roster, sparking controversy over the omission of veteran striker Aboubakar.
Richard Keys interrupted with shouts of 'no' after Salah Liverpool row comments
Former AC Milan midfielder Ruud Gullit was involved in a disagreement with Richard Keys about Mohamed Salah's bombshell interview
What They Say
Eric Garcia: We miss Araujo and we await him with open arms
"In matters of health, everyone is in charge of themselves. I hope he has patience and that he can return as soon as possible," said the Barcelona defender, whose contract has been extended until 2031, about the Uruguayan.
Red Bull boss on Klopp: He has no intention of returning to coach currently
Many prominent figures attended the grand opening of RB Leipzig's new offices on Wednesday morning. In addition to Red Bull boss Oliver Mintzlaff (50), Mark Mateschitz (33) was also there with his partner Victoria Swarovski (32), as was Mario Gomez (40), technical director of the Red Bull soccer empire.
Paul Merson says: Liverpool would have won nothing without Mohamed Salah
Paul Merson has defended Mohamed Salah following his claims that Liverpool have 'thrown him under the bus', suggesting that the club's trophy cabinet would be a lot emptier without the Egyptian.
‘If I get the call, I’m going’ – Karim Benzema open for the 2026 World Cup
Al-Ittihad centre-forward Karim Benzema (37) has revealed he would be open to a return to the French national team to play the 2026 World Cup.
Former MU assistant coach: Mainoo is truly talented; He might be loaned soon
Manchester United's former first-team coach Rene Meulensteen believes Kobbie Mainoo will leave the club on loan in January, and ‘cannot fathom’ why Ruben Amorim won’t play him alongside captain Bruno Fernandes in midfield.
Campbell: The Gunners should sign an experienced center-back in winter
Gunners currently have three senior central defenders sidelined through injury.
Conte: Fatigued Napoli paid 'a price' during Benfica defeat
Antonio Conte felt Napoli paid "a price" for the "cumulative effect" of fatigue during their 2-0 defeat by Benfica.
Dorgu: We're playing like more of a team; I have well adapted to EPL
Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu firmly believes that one of the reasons for Manchester United's improvement this term is because we are playing as more of a team.
Fixtures of The Day
Arab Cup
Algeria VS UAE 2025/12/12 17:30UTC
