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Match reports
Ronaldo scores TWO free-kick goals in ten minutes in back-to-back hat trick
Cristiano Ronaldo scored an incredible first-half hat-trick for Al Nassr – including two free-kicks in just ten minutes – on Tuesday night.
West Ham 1-1 Tottenham: Lacklustre Spurs miss chance to go back to top four
Tottenham missed the chance to move into the Premier League top four after being held by West Ham at a rainy London Stadium.
Juventus 2-0 Lazio: Chiesa & Vlahovic give Juve first-leg lead in Coppa semis
Federico Chiesa and Dusan Vlahovic gave Juventus a much-needed 2-0 victory in the first leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final against Igor Tudor’s Lazio.
These things happen
Ronaldo could make history if he wins the Golden Boot in the Saudi this season
Cristiano Ronaldo could become the first player in history to win the Golden Boot across four different leagues this season.
Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez wanted by European giant – report
Xavi Hernandez is still the subject of a charm offensive from Barcelona, as they try to persuade him to stay at the club beyond the summer, but few had counted on a temptations from foreign shores this summer. However Ajax are reportedly keen to revive the link between the two clubs.
Madrid to use ‘advantage’ over City by implementing special training programme
Real Madrid have nine days between their last tie with Athletic Club and their Champions League first leg with Manchester City, in contrast with the current holders. Pep Guardiola’s side play twice in the Premier League before heading to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Man Utd injury blow as Lisandro Martinez & Lindelof facing at least a month out
Manchester United have suffered another injury blow as Lisandro Martinez will be out of action for at least a month.
Barcelona could use Faye in swap deal for Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram
In recent weeks the performances of Barcelona defender Mikayil Faye have been capturing the imagination of Cules and beyond, with a number of clubs being linked to the 19-year-old. The Senegalese central defender is a probable victim of the economic crisis at Barcelona, unless another major sale is made in defence this summer.
Barcelona‘ll try and sign Haaland from Man City next year in a bid to keep Xavi
Barcelona will reportedly attempt to convince Xavi to stay at the club beyond this season by trying to sign Manchester City forward Erling Haaland next year.
Who has scored more hat-tricks in his career, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi?
The former Real Madrid icon has scored trebles in back-to-back matches for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
Barcelona ‘racing’ to secure shock option to replace Xavi Hernandez
Barcelona had been linked with a number of coaches this summer, but Sporting CP coach Ruben Amorim had not been one of the ones that was most commonly linked with the role. Nevertheless, the Catalans are reportedly moving to secure a deal with the 39-year-old.
What they say
Guardiola slams Roy Keane for branding Erling Haaland ‘a League Two player’
Pep Guardiola hit out at Roy Keane on Tuesday after the former Manchester United captain described Erling Haaland’s all-round game as being reminiscent of a League Two striker.
Arsenal boss Arteta provides injury update on Saka ahead of clash with Luton
Mikel Arteta has given an update on Bukayo Saka’s condition after he limped out of Arsenal’s goalless draw at Manchester City on Sunday.
Liverpool fans criticize EPL’s choice of Anthony Taylor for Man United clash
Liverpool fans have hit out at the Premier League’s decision to appoint Anthony Taylor in charge of the game against Manchester United.
Giggs on Káka: He wanted to apologise after the clash with Gattuso as translator
Ryan Giggs on Káka: “One day, I fouled Káka and he put his hand on my throat and we had a fight. After the game, I found him waiting for me with Gattuso. He told me that Káka wanted to apologise but he couldn’t speak English, I told him that there was no problem and no hard feelings.
England fans urge Gareth Southgate to pick Championship star in Euros 2024 squad
England fans have urged Gareth Southgate to be bold and fast track Ipswich Town left-back Leif Davis in the squad for Euro 2024, should Luke Shaw not be fit in time.
“He is not doing enough” – Barcelona loanee criticised by manager amid worrying form
Ansu Fati had hoped to revitalise his career this season, having joined Brighton and Hove Albion on a loan deal from Barcelona, where he had fallen out of favour under Xavi Hernandez. However, things continue to be difficult for the 21-year-old forward, who has struggled to make an impact at the Premier League side.
Ivan Toney would turn Manchester United into Premier League title challengers, Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony has claimed.
Pep Guardiola confirms another Manchester City injury one week before Real Madrid showdown
In one week’s time, Real Madrid and Manchester City will take to the Santiago Bernabeu for the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final showdown. It promises to be a magnificent spectacle, with two of Europe’s best teams going face-to-face.
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Fixtures of the Day
EPL
Arsenal vs Luton 2024/04/03 18:30 UTC
Man City vs Aston Villa 2024/04/03 19:15 UTC
Coupe de France
PSG vs Rennes 2024/04/03 19:10 UTC
CONCACAF Champions League
Inter Miami vs Monterrey 2024/04/04 0:00 UTC
