Monaco secured a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in the Champions League, with Wilfried Singo's early header making the difference.
Bologna Vs Dortmund: BVB's Slump Continues With 1-2 Defeat In Champions League
Borussia Dortmund's struggles continued with a 2-1 defeat to Bologna, jeopardising their Champions League hopes.
Julian Alvarez scored twice as 10-man Atletico Madrid beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-1, securing a top-eight finish in the Champions League.
Liverpool Vs Lille: Arne Slot's Men Win 2-1 At Anfield To Qualify For Champions League Last 16
Liverpool secured a 2-1 win over Lille at Anfield, maintaining their perfect Champions League record and guaranteeing a top-two finish. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott sealed the victory.
Raphinha's stoppage-time goal secured Barcelona's 5-4 comeback win over Benfica, ensuring their Champions League last 16 spot.
Check out the live streaming details for Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match to be played at Parc des Princes.
Check out the live streaming details for Arsenal and Dinamo Zagreb UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match to be played at Emirates Stadium.
The 10 most valuable goalkeepers in world football in 2025: Raya, Mamardashvili, Costa
You definitely won't guess who's at number one. The post The 10 most valuable goalkeepers in world football in 2025: Raya, Mamardashvili, Costa appeared first on Planet Football .
ISL 2024-25: Chennaiyin FC Hold Table-Toppers Mohun Bagan Super Giant To Goalless Draw
The sides placed in opposite halves of the league table shared the spoils on Tuesday at the Marina Arena as the game between CFC and MBSG finished in a scoreless stalemate.
7 players from Serie B who have fallen off the footballing map
A wonderfully eclectic mix of names in the Italian second tier. The post 7 players from Serie B who have fallen off the footballing map appeared first on Planet Football .
Napoli And Chelsea To Make Renewed Bids For Manchester Uniteds Bicycle Kick Hero
Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho could leave Old Trafford in the January transfer window.
'It's Instinct': Noni Madueke On 'Stealing' Trevoh Chalobah's Goal In Chelsea's Win Over Wolves
Noni Madueke revealed that he had instantly apologised to Trevoh Chalobah for stealing his goal.
Bengaluru FC vs Odisha FC, ISL 2024-25: Match Preview, Live Streaming, Predicted XI and Full Squads
ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC face off at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
Can you name Aston Villas top Premier League appearance maker for every initial?
Tough for even the biggest Villa fan. The post Can you name Aston Villas top Premier League appearance maker for every initial? appeared first on Planet Football .
Mbappe dispels doubts before crucial Real Madrid Champions League clash
MADRID: Just when it seemed the pressure of a lifelong dream switch to Real Madrid might prove too great for Kylian Mbappe to overcome, the French superstar silenced his doubters. After a troubled start to life at Madrid, Mbappe finally seems at home and ready to wreak havoc both in Spain and in Europe. Mbappe's rediscovered elan comes at the perfect time for Real Madrid with two crucial Champions League matches ahead, starting with RB Salzburg's visit to the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday. Madrid then face Brest on the road next week, aiming to secure progress to the next phase of the competition. It would be unthinkable for the holders and record 15-time European champions to suffer an early knock-out, but after a poor start they are presently 20th in the 36-team group, with the bottom 12 teams eliminated. Madrid lost at Liverpool, with Mbappe missing a penalty, as well as against AC Milan at home and away at Lille. Shortly after the defeat at Anfield, Mbappe missed another spot kick in a La Liga defeat by Athletic Bilbao and it proved a turning point for the France captain. A big mistake in a match where every detail counts, I take full responsibility for it, said Mbappe in a post on social media platform Instagram. It's the best time to change this situation and show who I am. Since pledging to turn things around, Mbappe has scored eight goals in 10 games for Madrid across all competitions, including a stunning solo effort against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. Mbappe also struck as Madrid won the Intercontinental Cup against Pachuca in December, but beyond the goals, he now looks every part the devastating, world-beating talent president Florentino Perez hoped for. 'Moves only he can make' Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has been patient with Mbappe, often defending the forward and insisting he needed time to adapt to life in the Spanish capital and gel with his new team-mates. The Italian also stuck by his guns with regards to Mbappe's positioning, insisting from the start of the season the French hitman should play down the middle, leaving Vinicius Junior to stay on the left flank in his preferred role. Mbappe and Vinicius struggled to gel, at times occupying the same spaces on the pitch. The team's 4-0 Clasico humbling by bitter rivals Barcelona in October was a particularly disappointing moment for Mbappe, who was caught offside numerous times in the match by the Catalans' high defensive line. Left out of the national team squads for Nations League matches at the time by coach Didier Deschamps and battling with former employers Paris Saint-Germain over unpaid income, Mbappe seemed weighed down and overwhelmed. Ancelotti persisted with the striker and said at the end of December Mbappe had bedded in and, after a thigh injury, was now ready to perform at his best. His (adaptation) period, which he obviously needed, because everyone needs it, is over, said the coach. Where does Mbappe have to improve? Just in consistency... trying to make the moves that only he can make, as often as possible. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Ancelotti, a record five-time European Cup winner as a coach, was right. Mbappe's skill and speed have made him unstoppable in recent weeks and the 26-year-old looks increasingly confident in himself with every passing match. The Bilbao game was good for me, I hit the bottom... and it was a moment to realise that I have to give everything for this shirt and show my personality, said Mbappe at the end of 2024. Mbappe produced arguably his finest display for Madrid as he netted a brace against Las Palmas on Sunday to help take Real top of La Liga. I have adapted to the team and I can play how I want, with my team-mates, with personality, he said after the game. Vinicius was suspended against Las Palmas but will return in the Champions League, and he and Mbappe must continue developing their partnership. If Madrid's dynamic duo can find the same wavelength they will be ready to defend their status as the kings of Europe.
Lionel Messi engaged in some playful banter with Mexican fans after he was jeered by the crowd.
'Want To Be In Best Clubs': Paul Pogba Eyes Champions League Return After Rejecting Russian Offer
Amid rumours of his potential transfer to the Saudi Pro League or Major League Soccer, Paul Pogba has revealed his plans to continue in Europe.
Can you name every player to score 5+ Champions League goals for Barcelona?
Some of these aren't so obvious The post Can you name every player to score 5+ Champions League goals for Barcelona? appeared first on Planet Football .
Transfer News: Manchester City Sign Palmeiras Defender Vitor Reis
Manchester City signed Vitor Reis from Palmeiras on a four-and-a-half-year deal until the summer of 2029.
Can you name every Champions League-winning captain since 2000?
One or two unexpected names might throw you off here. The post Can you name every Champions League-winning captain since 2000? appeared first on Planet Football .
9 forgotten Man Utd academy graduates who became cult heroes elsewhere
These guys made a name for themselves elsewhere. The post 9 forgotten Man Utd academy graduates who became cult heroes elsewhere appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score for Liverpool in the Champions League?
There are some very forgettable names here. The post Can you name every player to score for Liverpool in the Champions League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the top scorer from every Champions League season?
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Can you name every club to win the Champions League/European Cup?
It's not as easy as you might think. The post Can you name every club to win the Champions League/European Cup? appeared first on Planet Football .
7 big teams in danger of missing out on 2025-26 Champions League
Some big clubs could miss out. The post 7 big teams in danger of missing out on 2025-26 Champions League appeared first on Planet Football .
Chelsea boss Maresca was chuffed with his side's performance to snap the slump they had to experience in the past couple of weeks in the English top-flight with a 3-1 win over Wolves.
Pritam Kotal set to make Chennaiyin FC debut
CHENNAI: Chennaiyin FC will face league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday for a high-stakes Indian Super League clash. The match will present the first opportunity for the Chennaiyin fans to see new signing Pritam Kotal in action after the defender joined from Kerala Blasters FC. Should he make an appearance, Kotal will face his former side Mohun Bagan and assistant coach Noel Wilson is hoping for a quick impact from the Indian defender. Most of this season we have not had a settled defence. We have been forced into changes due to injuries or suspensions. Owen (Coyle) knows better but Pritam (Kotal) coming in will help us better in defence. I am sure Pritam will make our defence stronger, said Noel Wilson on Monday. Anirudh shines All round display by P Anirudh (3/11, 44 n.o) propelled SBOA (Anna Nagar) to beat Ebenezer MHSS (Korattur) by nine wickets in the final of the CSK-Thiruvallur DCA U-15 inter-school cricket tournament. Brief scores: Final: Ebenezer MHSS (Korattur) 119 in 29.5 ovs (K Krish 34, P Anirudh 3/11) lost to SBOA (Anna Nagar) 120/1 in 26.2 ovs (P Anirudh 44 n.o). Sriram stars in Jayendra win Riding on A Srirams 58, Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Vidyalaya, Kovai defeated Holy Saint, Bengaluru by two runs in a thrilling match of the Junior Super Kings inter-school T20 championship played at ICL grounds, Sankar Nagar, Tirunelveli. Brief scores: Shree Ram Vidya Mandir, Colvale, Goa 49/9 in 15 ovs (N Karthik Verma 4/ 8) lost to ACA School, Andhra 50 for no loss in 6.2 ovs; St Bedes, Chennai 193/6 in 15 ovs (Josh Shane Francis 66, M Saravana Sangeeth Rajan 3/ 29) bt Sri Jayendra SGJ, Tirunelveli 78/8 in 15 ovs (M Saravana Sangeeth Rajan 29); Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Vidyalaya, Kovai 111/6 in 15 ovs (A Sriram 58, Krushna V Rao 3/13) bt Holy Saint, Bengaluru 109/5 in15 ovs (K Vedaraj 35); MS Dhoni Global, Hosur 87/3 in 12 ovs (Lalit Arjun 41 n.o) lost to Nellai Nadar, Chennai 91/4 in 10.1 ovs. CFC & Norwich City FC inter-school championship Chennaiyin FC, partnering with Norwich City FC will organise the CFC-NCFC inter-school football championship to be held at MCC School (Chetpet) from Friday, Jan 24, 2025. About 64 teams will be competing in the Under-12 and Under-14 categories. The initiative is to promote football at the grassroots level in Tamil Nadu. The tournament provides the players a platform to showcase their skills to the club (CFC) academy scouts. With the additional support of the Reliance Foundation, the tournament is part of a wider partnership initiated in April 2024 between Chennaiyin FC and Norwich City FC, focused on talent cultivation, promoting a vibrant football culture in the area, and enhancing the grassroots development of the sport. In the future, we aim to expand this initiative beyond Chennai to other districts such as Coimbatore, Trichy, and Salem. Gradually we envision making this a Tamil Nadu-wide championship, uniting young footballers from across the state, said CFCs Head of Marketing, Neel Jayaram, on Monday.
Kylian Mbappe Ready To Showcase His Best In Real Madrid's UCL Clash Vs Brest
Kylian Mbappe has overcome a tough start at Real Madrid, scoring eight goals in 10 games.
Sergio Conceicao Slams Milan's Lack of Hunger Ahead of Crucial UCL Clash Vs Girona
Sergio Conceicao, AC Milan's new coach, has identified a lack of hunger as the team's main issue. Despite recent struggles, Milan aims for Champions League qualification with upcoming matches against Girona and Dinamo Zagreb.
Pep Guardiola Backs Reignited Man City To Take Down PSG To Keep Playoff Hopes On Track
Pep Guardiola is confident Manchester City will rise to the occasion against PSG in their crucial Champions League match. City, currently 22nd, warmed up with a 6-0 win over Ipswich.
Chelsea Overcome Sanchez Howler To Beat Wolves 3-1 And Return To Top-Four
Chelsea beat Wolves 3-1, ending a five-game winless streak. Goals from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke helped Chelsea climb back into the Premier League's top four.
Transfer News: Manchester City Sign Uzbek Defender Abdukodir Khusanov
Abdukodir Khusanov becomes the first Uzbek international in the Premier League after signing for Manchester City.
Check out the live streaming details for Benfica and Barcelona Champions League 2024-25 match to be played at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Lisbon.
Arne Slot Says It Is 'Far Too Early' To Be Calling Liverpool The Best In The World
Liverpool sit atop both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League standings.
Check out the live streaming details for Atletico Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match to be played at Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Check out the live streaming details for Liverpool and Lille UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match to be played at Anfield.
6 players simply too good to be playing in the Saudi second division
There are a few familiar faces in here. The post 6 players simply too good to be playing in the Saudi second division appeared first on Planet Football .
Indian U20 Men's Team To Play Mandiri Challenge Series In Indonesia
India will begin the tournament with a match against Syria on January 24, followed by Jordan on January 27 and Indonesia on January 30. The matches will be played at the Gelora Delta Stadium in Sidoarjo.
'Worst Goalkeeper In Manchester United History': Andre Onana Under Fire After Brighton Defeat
Fans lashed out at Andre Onana after Manchester United crashed to a dismal 3-1 defeat against Brighton in the Premier League.
Copa Del Rey: Barcelona Travel To Valencia, Real Madrid Host Leganes In Quarters
Los Blancos will take on Leganes, while Barca will play Valencia on the road in the last-eight of the Cup competition. Atletico Madrid will host Getafe in another Spanish capital derby while Real Sociedad will take on fellow Basque side Osasuna.
Jeremy Doku Picks A Player He Likes To Watch, It's Neither Cristiano Ronaldo Nor Lionel Messi
Manchester City star Jeremy Doku has a special place for his compatriot Eden Hazard in his heart.
Linekar assessed the PL title race in a podcast and acknowledged that things could take a turn in the future but Liverpool had the firepower to deal with such complications.
Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo's Wholesome Reaction To Rival Fans Chanting 'Messi, Messi'
Fans poked fun at Cristiano Ronaldo, chanting Lionel Messis name.
ISL 2024-25: Chennaiyin FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant face off at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.
Can you name the 17 players who are their nations only Premier League representative?
This one will have you tearing your hair out. The post Can you name the 17 players who are their nations only Premier League representative? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Wolves?
Thirteen names for you to get here. The post Can you name every player to score 10+ Premier League goals for Wolves? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the highest-paid player at every Premier League club?
How many can you name? The post Can you name the highest-paid player at every Premier League club? appeared first on Planet Football .
Revisiting when Jordan Hendersons death stare turned Diego Costa to stone
Henderson stood where many would have wilted. The post Revisiting when Jordan Hendersons death stare turned Diego Costa to stone appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name Chelseas top Premier League appearance maker for every initial?
Only one current player makes the list. The post Can you name Chelseas top Premier League appearance maker for every initial? appeared first on Planet Football .
Where are they now? The 5 players Cristiano Ronaldo named as his Ballon dOr rivals in 2018
CR7 just missed out on the award in 2018. The post Where are they now? The 5 players Cristiano Ronaldo named as his Ballon dOr rivals in 2018 appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the top 40 non-UK goalscorers in Premier League history?
Full marks are definitely achievable. The post Can you name the top 40 non-UK goalscorers in Premier League history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Sportword: Play daily football word game on Planet Sport
Play Planet Football's answer to Wordle. The post Sportword: Play daily football word game on Planet Sport appeared first on Planet Football .
United crumbled to a sixth loss in 11 Premier League games since Amorim arrived from Sporting Lisbon to replace the sacked Erik ten Hag.
Mbappe's Brace Powers Real Madrid To Take 4-1 Win Over Las Palmas
Mbappe has hit top form in recent weeks after an inconsistent start to life at Real Madrid following his dream switch from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
Inter Milan Stay In Title Hunt With Empoli Win; Lazio Thump Verona To Hold Fourth Spot
Goals in the second half from Lautaro Martinez, Denzel Dumfries and Marcus Thuram ensured a hard-fought win for champions Inter at the San Siro.
Real Madrid's Florentino Perez Re-Elected As Club's President Till 2029
The Spanish businessman was first elected as Madrid president in 2000, overseeing the club's Galactico era, and resigned in 2006.
Dele Alli Signs For Serie A's Como In 18-Month Deal, Aims For Career Revival
Como said that they had signed Ali on an 18-month contract, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months.
'We Are Back': Guardiola Feels Man City Are Back To Their Best After 6-0 Win Over Ipswich
Guardiola's side have won three of their last four league games as they begin the long climb back to respectability after a dismal start to the season.
Manchester United Fall To Brighton As Manchester City Crush Ipswich In Six-Goal Rout
While Manchester City crushed Ipswich in a six-goal thrashing, United suffered a 3-1 defeat at Old Trafford.
Comparing Kylian Mbappes record at Real Madrid after 30 matches with Cristiano Ronaldos
Mbappe has some catching up to do. The post Comparing Kylian Mbappes record at Real Madrid after 30 matches with Cristiano Ronaldos appeared first on Planet Football .
12 world-class Premier League footballers who suffered an alarming fall from grace
Casemiro isn't the first. He won't be the last. The post 12 world-class Premier League footballers who suffered an alarming fall from grace appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name Man Citys 19 biggest Premier League victories?
Some thumping scorelines here. The post Can you name Man Citys 19 biggest Premier League victories? appeared first on Planet Football .
Erling Haaland at Manchester City: is he the best striker of our time?
In January 2025, Erling Haaland made waves by extending his contract with Manchester City for another nine years. This decision cements his place as the heart of the clubs attack for the foreseeable future. The Norwegian striker, known for hitting remarkable career milestones, is redefining what it means to be a top striker. But is [] The post Erling Haaland at Manchester City: is he the best striker of our time? appeared first on Sports Courant .
ISL Transfer News: Kerala Blasters FC Rope In Bikash Yumnam From Chennaiyin FC
The 21-year-old Indian defender Yumnam signed a long-term contract tying him to the Kochi-based KBFC.
The 7 players across world football who earn more than Erling Haaland
Only seven players are earning more than Haaland. The post The 7 players across world football who earn more than Erling Haaland appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name Tottenhams top not Kane or Son scorer for every season since 2010?
Spurs have been incredibly reliant on these two. The post Can you name Tottenhams top not Kane or Son scorer for every season since 2010? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the top 30 goalscoring defenders in Premier League history?
You've got 15 minutes to get them all. The post Can you name the top 30 goalscoring defenders in Premier League history? appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name the 25 highest-paid players in the Premier League?
Players from five different clubs feature. The post Can you name the 25 highest-paid players in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
The 31-year-old penned a two-and-a-half-year contract with the side from Tamil Nadu as CFC strengthened their defensive line with the signing of the versatile defender.
Real Madrid's David Alaba Set To Return To Action 13 Months After ACL Injury
The centre-back has scored five goals and registered nine assists in 102 appearances for Real since joining in July 2021 from Bayern Munich.
5 top-class players who have made Jamie Carragher eat his words: Nunez, Haaland
He has a bad shout every now and again. The post 5 top-class players who have made Jamie Carragher eat his words: Nunez, Haaland appeared first on Planet Football .
Can you name every South American to score for Liverpool in the Premier League?
Thirteen names to get. The post Can you name every South American to score for Liverpool in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Barcelona's profligacy came back to haunt them as Jules Kounde's ninth-minute opener was cancelled out by Mauro Arambarri's strike for Getafe in the 34th minute of the game. The hosts went on to hold the visitors to share the spoils.
Lionel Messi On Target As Inter Miami Edge Out Club America On Penalties In Preseason Encounter
Messi and Tomas Aviles netted for the Herons to cancel out strikes from Henry Martin and Israel Reyes to send the game to penalties, which Inter Miami won 3-2.
Where are they now? The 4 players Man Utd signed alongside Amad Diallo
Other than Amad, they've all left the club. The post Where are they now? The 4 players Man Utd signed alongside Amad Diallo appeared first on Planet Football .
Pochettino Praises 'Special' McGlynn After USA Beat Venezuela
Mauricio Pochettino hailed Jack McGlynn after his goal and assist led USA to a 3-1 victory over Venezuela.
Barcelona's Alejandro Balde Complains Of Racist Abuse After Getafe Draw
After Hansi Flick's side were dealt another set-back in the title race at Getafe's Coliseum stadium Balde reported the abuse in a post-match interview.
Barcelona Drop Points With 1-1 Draw Over Getafe; Fail To Capitalise On Atletico Madrid's Loss
FC Barcelona are now five points behind Atletico Madrid after dropping crucial points with the draw over Getafe.
Bradley Barcola Late Strike Gives PSG's 2-1 Comeback Win Over RC Lens
Bradley Barcola scored a stunning late winner as PSG beat Lens 2-1, keeping their unbeaten Ligue 1 streak alive.
Leverkusen's Title Push Gains Momentum With 3-1 Triumph Against Gladbach
Florian Wirtz scored twice as Leverkusen downed Gladbach 3-1, staying four points behind leaders Bayern.
Mikel Arteta Blames Sloppy Defense As Arsenal Drop Points In Aston Villa Stalemate
Mikel Arteta reckons that Arsenal were missing something as they suffered a 2-2 draw over Aston Villa.
Darwin Nunez Late Show Extends Liverpools Lead, Arsenal Held By Aston Villa
Darwin Nunez' stoppage time brace gave Liverpool a crucial win to extend their lead while Arsenal suffered a major setback being held to a draw by Unai Emery's Aston Villa.
Harry Kane Praises Eric Dier, Pushes For Bayern Munich Contract Extension
Harry Kane has called on Bayern Munich to extend the contract of fellow Englishman Eric Dier.
Darwin Nunez late double rescues win for Liverpool in Premier League
Darwin Nunez scored twice in stoppage time as Liverpool beat Brentford 2-0 to strengthen its spot in first place in the Premier League on Saturday. Second-placed Arsenal will look to restore the four-point gap to Liverpool by defeating Aston Villa later. Brentford's fans derided Nunez after going on as a substitute in the 65th minute, but the Uruguay striker responded by turning home a cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold in the first minute of added-on time. Nunez then finished off a counterattack two minutes later and secured a first victory in three league games for Liverpool, which drew with Manchester United and Nottingham Forest either side of a loss to Tottenham in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals. Liverpool has still lost only one league game all season, at home to Forest in September. The Reds had 37 shots against Brentford and scored with their final two. We were close to not getting what we deserved, Liverpool manager Arne Slot said. Nunez, who is sometimes criticized for wasteful finishing, doubled his tally of league goals for the season. Darwin did really well, not only with the goals but with his attitude and the way he fights for every ball, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker said. You can say he doesnt score too much this season, but he is working hard every day. Kluivert's second hat trick Justin Kluivert scored his second hat trick of the season in the league to inspire Bournemouth to 4-1 at Newcastle, whose nine-match winning run in all competitions came to an end emphatically. The Dutch midfielder netted in the sixth, 44th and second-half stoppage time at St. James' Park. Milos Kerkez added the fourth goal in the sixth minute of added-on time. Bruno Guimaraes equalized for fourth-placed Newcastle. Kluivert, whose father is former Netherlands striker Patrick Kluivert, alsoscored three goals against Wolverhamptonin November. In that match, all of Kluivert's goals were penalties, but he scored from open play each time against Newcastle. Six of Newcastle's nine straight victories came in the league, helping to lift the Saudi-controlled team into the top four in its bid to return to the Champions League. Newcastle striker Alexander Isak failed to score, having previously netted in eight league games in a row. That left him three games short of Leicester striker Jamie Vardy's record for thelongest scoring runin Premier League history. Bournemouth dominated Newcastle despite being hampered by a long list of injuries. The south coast team extended its unbeaten run to 11 games and climbed to sixth place, tied for points with fifth-placed Chelsea. A fifth-place finish could earn a place in the Champions League next season for the first time. Why not dream big? Kluivert posed. We never know where we can end up. Van Nistelrooy under pressure Next-to-last Leicester lost a seventh straight game in the league, 2-0 to Fulham, to pile the pressure on recently hired manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. The former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker, who is in only his second senior coaching role, has won just one of his nine league games in charge the first against West Ham on Dec. 3. We werent good enough in all aspects, Van Nistelrooy said. This is the first game Ive felt like this. Emile Smith Rowe and Adama Traore scored for Fulham. Crystal Palace won at West Ham 2-0 thanks to two second-half goals by Jean-Philippe Mateta, the second from the penalty spot.
Goretzka stars as Bayern stretches Bundesliga lead to 7 points with win over Wolfsburg
BERLIN: Leon Goretzka scored twice for Bayern Munich as it beat Wolfsburg 3-2 to open a seven-point lead in the Bundesliga on Saturday. Defending champion Bayer Leverkusen could restore the four-point gap with a win at home against Borussia Mnchengladbach in the late game. Goretzka fell out of favor at Bayern last season but reminded the clubs bosses of his qualities by scoring twice for the first time since March. Bayern started well with Leroy San striking the crossbar, then Harry Kane forcing a save from Kamil Grabara in the Wolfsburg goal. But it took Goretzka to open the scoring in the 20th after surging through the middle of the field before firing inside the far post. Goretzkas second goal in the 62nd coming after Michael Olises goal in the 39th proved to be the winner after Mohammed Amoura scored twice for Wolfsburg. Leipzig squandered a three-goal lead at last-place Bochum as Myron Boadu scored a second-half hat trick for the home team. Stuttgart capitalized with a 4-0 rout of Freiburg to overtake Leipzig and move to fourth, the last place for Champions League qualification. Leipzig dropped a point behind Stuttgart in fifth. Also, St. Pauli defeated relegation rival Heidenheim 2-0 away, and Hoffenheim won at Holstein Kiel 3-1.
8 players who unexpectedly came up clutch in a Premier League title race
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The home team played with 10 men for 60 minutes but a calm defensive performance allowed them to secure a point.
Arsenal Interested In Signing Norwegian Teenage Sensation Sverre Nypan, According To Report
Dubbed as one of the most promising young talents, the teenage midfielder has already made more than 50 appearances for Rosenborg in the Norwegian top flight.
ISL 2024-25: Hyderabad FC Hold Bengaluru FC To 1-1 Stalemate
Devendra Murgaonkars first-half strike for HFC was cancelled out by Sunil Chhetri's goal in the second essay of the game at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium on Saturday.
6 players from the Bundesliga 2 who have fallen off the footballing map
Featuring a pair of old USA internationals. The post 6 players from the Bundesliga 2 who have fallen off the footballing map appeared first on Planet Football .
