Simeone praises Griezmann, subs in comeback win
Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone praised his substitutes and Antoine Griezmann’s impact in his team rally from a 3-1 deficit to secure their ninth consecutive win against Sevilla in LaLiga.
Botafogo beats Sao Paulo to win first Brazilian league since 1995
Copa Libertadores champion Botafogo had another big reason to celebrate Sunday as the club owned by American businessman John Textor beat Sao Paulo 2-1 to win its first Brazilian league title since 1995. Botafogo won the title for the third time with 79 points in 38 matches to finish six points ahead of runner-up Palmeiras….
Transfer rumors, news: Ten Hag to block Raum’s Man Utd move?
Manchester United’s pursuit of David Raum could hit an Erik ten Hag-sized snag, while Leroy Sane’s Bayern Munich future has been thrown into doubt. Join us for the latest transfer news, gossip, and rumors from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades TOP STORIES – Man United’s Dan…
Atlético 4-3 Sevilla (Dec 8, 2024) Game Analysis
A second-half double from Antoine Griezmann earned Atletico Madrid a stunning 4-3 comeback home win over Sevilla in LaLiga on Sunday, as the hosts claimed their ninth straight win in all competitions. Atletico made a dominant start at home, with Griezmann hitting the crossbar before Rodrigo De Paul opened the scoring in the 10th minute,…
Madrid tighten up LaLiga title race as Barça drop more points
For the fourth time in five LaLiga matches, Barcelona have dropped points. All the while, Real Madrid are racking up wins to close up the title race in Spain. In the Premier League, it was another defeat for Manchester United, and another defeat for Tottenham Hotspur, as England’s current chaos clubs continue to spiral. The…
Mbappé: I’ve been ‘too hungry, impatient’ for Real Madrid success
Alex Kirkland Rodrigo Faez Dec 8, 2024, 04:15 PM ET Kylian Mbappé blamed his early season struggles at Real Madrid on being “too hungry” and “impatient” on Sunday, in his first sit-down interview since joining the club. Mbappé has scored 11 goals in 21 appearances for Madrid in all competitions so far, including one in…
Postecoglou: Spurs squad still believe in my ideas
Ange Postecoglou has said the Tottenham squad still support his attacking philosophy and backed them to turn their season around after losing 4-2 to Chelsea on Sunday.
Cole Palmer’s humility fuels his Chelsea success – Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca has said Cole Palmer‘s elevation to become one of the Premier League’s biggest stars has not changed him after the 22-year-old played another key role as Chelsea beat Tottenham 4-3 on Sunday. Chelsea were 2-0 down after 11 minutes at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski capitalised on mistakes by…
Spurs’ dispirited loss to Chelsea is a microcosm of the Ange era
LONDON — Tottenham Hotspur’s commitment to “Angeball” was so complete last season that their supporters reacted to a 4-1 home defeat to Chelsea in November 2023 by serenading manager Ange Postecoglou. On Sunday, 13 months later, following a 4-3 loss to the same opposition, those same fans were left questioning more than ever if he…
Alessia Russo starting to hit form for Arsenal at right time
Arsenal striker Alessia Russo has scored five goals in her last four games. Alex Burstow/Arsenal FC via Getty Images LONDON — After a slow start to the Women’s Super League (WSL) season, Arsenal striker Alessia Russo is bursting into life. Having struggled to score in her first eight games in all competitions, the 25-year-old was often…