Ancelotti says Vinicius red card ban unfair
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Vinicius Junior’s two-match ban after being sent off against Valencia in La Liga is unfair.
Arsenal’s Man Utd clash headlines intriguing FA Cup clash
Arsenal and Manchester United will fight for a restorative victory in the stand-out tie of an FA Cup third round packed with potential giant-killings, a family divided and a Manchester derby with a difference.
‘Brilliant feeling’ as Cape Town shock Orlando Pirates
Cape Town City goalkeeper Darren Keet could not contain his joy on Wednesday after a shock 1-0 home win over South African Premiership title hopefuls Orlando Pirates.
Barcelona defeat Bilbao without Olmo
Young starlets Gavi and Lamine Yamal fired Barcelona, without Dani Olmo after his licence to play was revoked, into the Spanish Super Cup final with a 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.
Slot fumes after Spurs teenager Bergvall avoids red card
Liverpool boss Arne Slot slammed the controversial decision not to send off Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall before the teenager sealed a 1-0 win in the League Cup semi-final first leg on Wednesday.
Deschamps to step down after 2026 World Cup
France’s 2018 World Cup-winning coach Didier Deschamps announced on Wednesday he will leave his post after the 2026 tournament in North America.
West Ham sack manager Lopetegui with Potter to take over
West Ham sacked manager Julen Lopetegui on Wednesday after just 22 games in charge, with former Chelsea boss Graham Potter expected to replace him at the London Stadium.
Bournemouth striker Unal tears ACL in training session
Bournemouth striker Enes Unal suffered a serious knee injury during a training session, the Premier League club said on Wednesday.
Arteta mocked by League Cup organisers
League Cup organisers have poked fun at Mikel Arteta after the Arsenal manager suggested the “tricky” match ball played a part in his side’s defeat by Newcastle.
French goalkeeper Samba joins Rennes
French international goalkeeper Brice Samba has joined Rennes from their Ligue 1 rivals Lens, the two clubs announced on Wednesday.