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Charlotte FC v Atlanta United: Smith lays down unbeaten challenge to Crown squad

Dean Smith has set his Charlotte FC players the challenge of remaining unbeaten from now until the end of the season, starting with their MLS fixture against Atlanta United. The Crown returned to league action after their Leagues Cup exit with a 1-1 draw against the New York Red Bulls, as Karol Swiderski saw his […]

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Las Palmas 1-1 Real Madrid: Vinicius spot-kick salvages a point for Los Blancos

Vinicius Junior’s penalty ensured Real Madrid left the Estadio de Gran Canaria with a point as they drew 1-1 to Las Palmas on Thursday. Alberto Moleiro had given the hosts a shock lead in the fifth minute, but Vinicius would net from 12 yards to swing the encounter back in their favour, however, Carlo Ancelotti’s […]

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Frank confident Brentford will find clinical edge without Toney

Thomas Frank is confident that Brentford can find their clinical edge without Ivan Toney as they welcome Southampton to the Gtech Community Stadium this Saturday. The Bees were involved in EFL Cup action on Wednesday, narrowly beating League Two side Colchester United courtesy of Keane Lewis-Potter’s first-half strike. But without the presence of club-record top […]

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Cincinnati v Montreal: ‘Alarming’ slow starts must change, insists Kinnear

Cincinnati assistant head coach Dominic Kinnear insisted that the team’s slow starts were “alarming” and needed to be put right ahead of the visit of CF Montreal. With head coach Pat Noonan serving a suspension, Kinnear watched on as his side conceded two goals in six minutes against Inter Miami, with Luis Suarez netting both […]

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Simeone rues Atleti´s profligacy in Espanyol draw

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone bemoaned his side’s wastefulness in front of goal after they were held to a 0-0 home draw by Espanyol. Simeone’s side had 25 shots and mustered 2.71 expected goals on Wednesday, yet could not get over the line against one of LaLiga’s promoted teams. Visiting goalkeeper Joan Garcia made seven […]

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West Ham 1-0 Bournemouth: Bowen bursts Cherries´ bubble in EFL Cup

West Ham progressed to the third round of the EFL Cup after a contentious late goal from Jarrod Bowen helped them edge fellow Premier League side Bournemouth 1-0 at London Stadium. As the game looked to be heading for a penalty shootout, Bowen emerged as West Ham’s hero, deflecting in the winner with just two […]

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Barcelona confirm midfield blow as Bernal suffers ACL injury

Barcelona have confirmed that 17-year-old midfielder Marc Bernal will miss most of the season after he ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament on Tuesday. Bernal, who made his Barca debut in their win over Valencia on the opening day, sustained the injury in the closing stages of their 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano. The midfielder had […]

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Ogbene seals Premier League return with Ipswich

Ipswich Town have completed the signing of Luton Town’s Chiedozie Ogbene to bolster their attacking options for the 2024-25 Premier League season. Ogbene, who made 30 Premier League appearances for the Hatters last season, has signed a four-year contract for a reported £8million transfer fee. The 27-year-old scored four goals for Rob Edwards’ side during […]

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Philadelphia Union v Columbus Crew: Leagues Cup win is behind us, says Hernandez

Cucho Hernandez insisted that Columbus Crew’s Leagues Cup triumph is now in the past as they return to MLS action to face Philadelphia Union in midweek. Hernandez, who scored twice in their 3-1 win over LAFC in the final, was named the tournament’s MVP for his impressive displays throughout the competition. The Colombian registered seven […]

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Man City´s Masterplan: Citizens domination since Oasis´ last performance

Liam and Noel Gallagher have finally settled their differences to reunite Oasis next year, though their allegiances towards Manchester City have never altered. Manchester’s great duo are, after years of wait, heading back to England’s biggest stages, with the news announced on Tuesday to confirm their comeback as definitely, not maybe. Having last played at […]

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