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CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: REAL MADRID VS PARIS ST GERMAIN

Real Madrid will be welcoming Paris St Germain at Bernabeu on Wednesday for the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie. The clash between two of Europe champion pits some of the best strikers in world football against each other. Real Madrid star player  Gareth Bale has been in good goal-scoring form since retuning from injury, Bale is also determined to display that his time in Madrid is not over.  Bale’s biggest problem in Spain is the amount of time he has spent on the treatment table, with injury costing him another two months this season. But he has still scored nine goals and his pace and skills can trouble the best defenders.  At 19, Mbappe is nine years younger than Bale and possesses identical explosive pace, if not the same defensive disciplin...
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LALIGA

MESSI IS WORRIED ABOUT HARRY KANE MOVING TO REAL MADRID

Real Madrid want to sign Kane from Tottenham with the La Liga giants likely to miss out on the league title to Barcelona. Los Blancos currently sit a huge 19 points behind their fierce rivals, who are the top of the table, And a summer overhaul at the Bernabeu is expected. Kane is wanted as a replacement for Karim Benzema, with the France forward managing just six goals across all competitions this season. And Spanish website Don Balon say Barcelona’s Messi fears Kane moving to the Bernabeu.The England star has been in stunning form this season. His last-minute penalty against Liverpool at the weekend was his 100th Premier League goal and his 31st of the season so far. And Don Balon say Messi fears Kane’s arrival could scupper Barcelona’s chances of winning future silverware. Real are expe...
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XAVI REVEALED PLAYER THAT WILL REPLACE MESSI AND RONALDO AT THE TOP

It’s a sad feeling knowing that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will both have to retire from professional football one day. Both players, who have each win five Ballon d’Or awards, are in their 30s and Ronaldo has started to show signs of a decline this season. The Real Madrid star has scored just eight goals in 17 La Liga matches this season and appears vincible for the first time in a long time. Whichever player breaks their dominance will go down in history and Spanish legend Xavi thinks he knows who it will be. The former Barcelona midfielder believes Neymar will be the next player not named Messi or Ronaldo to scoop the biggest individual prize in football, and he believes the Brazilian will battle with PSG teammate Mbappe to be the best player in the world for years t...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

GUARDIOLA FLOPPED WITH GREAT £65m MAN CITY BID FOR TRANSFER TARGET

Man City spent big money on Aymeric Laporte last month, but according to reports he wasn’t Pep Guardiola’s top choice after a bid for Milan Skriniar was rejected. The 22-year-old only joined Inter last summer, but having previously impressed for Sampdoria, the Slovakian international has continued that form at the San Siro to emerge as a key figure for Luciano Spalletti’s side. According to Calciomercato though, it could have been a very short stay had Guardiola had his way, with Man City said to have launched a €65m for Skriniar during the January transfer window. However, such is his importance to the side, that bid was rejected and City went on to splash out £57m on Laporte instead. The Premier League leaders could still choose to revisit their interest in t...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

CHELSEA STAR PLAYER AVOW THAT HE COULD LEAVE FOR REAL MADRID

Thiubaut Courtois is considered to be one of the world’s top goalkeepers and he has played a key role in Chelsea FC’s most recent two Premier League title triumphs. The Belgian is currently in talks with Chelsea FC about the possibility of extending his contract at Stamford Bridge but it remains to be seen if he will commit to a new deal. Courtois lived in the Spanish capital when playing for Atletico between 2011 and 2014 and his ex-girlfriend and two children still live there. And the goalkeeper has now admitted that a possible move back to the Spanish capital could be very tempting for him for personal reasons.Courtois spoke with Belgian magazine Sport, Courtois said: “If Real is really interested, my personal situation could affect, yes.“The family aspect, it is...
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TRANSFERS

FOOTBALL AGENT: ARSENAL PLANS TO MAKE MAURIZIO SARRI AS ARSENE WENGER SUCCESSOR

Federico Pastorello is Antonio conte agent he spoke to Italian media outlet TuttoSport, and said that the Gunners are lining up Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri as Arsene Wenger's eventual successor at the Emirates. Arsene Wenger has been in charge of Arsenal since 1996, and has led his team to three Premier League titles and seven FA Cups, although his contract is due to expire in the summer of 2019. Many fans believe that next season will be his last in north London, but quite who will replace him remains to be seen. Maurizio Sarri has worked wonders in his role as Napoli boss this season, guiding his side to the top of Serie A, and implementing his own brand of expansive, free-flowing football in the process.  His management style and philosophy seems ideally suited to Arsenal's vision f...
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MANCHESTER UNITED AND LIVERPOOL BATTLE TO SIGN BORUSSIA DORTMUND STAR PLAYER

Christian Pulisic from Borussia Dortmund is attracting interest from Liverpool and Manchester United. The Anfield club, Red Devils and Bayern Munich are all chasing the US international. Pulisic, 19, has come through the development system at BVB. The club's director Michael Zorc is set to meet with Pulisic and has admitted he has no intention of parting with the young midfielder in 2018.“We plan well beyond the summer with him,” Zorc has declared.In 19 league appearances, the 19-year-old has scored three goals and assisted twice on top of his one strike in the DFL-Supercup.Pulisic could be a long-term replacement for the Barcelona departed Philippe Coutinho. While the report suggests Jose Mourinho is still interested in the winger, it is worth noting the United manager stated ...
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DEPORTIVO LA CORUNA SET TO UNVEIL CLARENCE SEEDORF AS THEIR NEW MANAGER

Deportivo La Coruna are planning to declare Clarence Seedorf as their new head coach today.The former AC Milan and Real Madrid midfielder became the favourite for the position after Martin Lasarte and Diego Alonso pulled out of the running for the job. The 41-year-old will be officially unveiled on Monday afternoon and will take charge of first team affairs on Tuesday.  Deportivo sacked manager Cristobal Parralo after suffering a humiliating 5-0 defeat at the hands of Real Sociedad on Sunday.  Parralo replaced Pepe Mel earlier this season but has left the Spanish side in a relegation battle. Seedorf's previous experience as a manager came when he was in charge of AC Milan in 2014, where he won half of the 22 games he managed.The Dutch legend also coached Chinese side Shenzhen in ...
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BUNDESLIGA

ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI COMMENT ON AUBAMEYANG DECISION TO JOIN ARSENAL

Arsenal manager has confirmed to sign Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang just a week later. The 28-year-old’s decision to leave the Bundesliga has brought an end to a highly competitive relationship he had with fellow goalscorer Robert Lewandowski. Aubameyang spent some time with the Polish striker at Dortmund before Lewandowski’s move to Bayern Munich saw them get involved in a hard-fought battle over who would win the title of the German top-flight’s top scorer, season after season.Last term, Aubemayang came out on top in his challenge with Lewandowski as he finished the Bundesliga campaign as top scorer with 31 goals. And in the season before, only five goals separated the duo on the scoring charts. Thus, the sight of Aubemayang arriving in Englanddefinitely moved Lewandowski who took to Twitter...
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LALIGA

LA LIGA: LEVANTE VS REAL MADRID, 2-2

Real Madrid had a draw 2-2 with Levante today in  La Liga clash. Los Blancos entered the match looking to build on their impressive victory at Valencia last weekend, but veteran Italian forward Giampaolo Pazzini came off the bench to net a late equaliser on his Levante debut.The result means that Zinedine Zidane's side missed the chance to move above Valencia into third position in the table, while Levante have moved three points clear of the relegation zone. Sergio Ramos returned for a Real Madrid team that once again had Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema in the final third of the field. Marcelo had the away side's first half-chance of the match in the sixth minute, but the left-back missed the target from a narrow angle. Marcelo had another super chance in the 11th mi...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

BURNLEY VS MANCHESTER CITY, 1-1

Manchester City took the lead as Danilo smashed in a beautiful curling effort to open the scoring in style. Then, Johann Berg Gudmundsson scored a late equaliser as Burnley had a 1-1 draw against Manchester City at Turf Moor. Danilo had looked like proving an unlikely match-winner for Pep Guardiola's side with a fine strike after 22 minutes of an otherwise frustrating day for City.But after Raheem Sterling spurned a gilt-edged chance to put the game beyond doubt, the Clarets grew in confidence and earned their reward when Gudmundsson turned in Matt Lowton's deep cross. Man City will rue their failure to make the most of their openings, with Sterling's opportunity one of a number to pass them by. Burnley, for their part, were well organised throughout and they had already hit the woodwork t...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

LUKAKU: SANCHEZ WAS DESTINED TO SIGN FOR MANCHESTER UNITED

Romelu Lukaku says Alexis Sanchez was destined to sign for Manchester United but has no fears regarding the competition for places he poses.Lukaku told Sky Sports on a high-profile addition and what it could mean for him: "I work hard and do everything to make sure I am in the starting line-up. It is the manager's choice [if I am picked], but he knows what I can do for the team - I score goals and give assists and I think in my short time here I have been important for the team." Sanchez is a Manchester United player - he was destined to play here. He deserves to be on the big stage. It was something he wanted as well."He has a lot of experience after playing for Barcelona and Arsenal. I admire the quality he has on the ball, but especially his will to win. People were criticising him for ...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

CHELSEA DEFENDER ANDREAS CHRISTENSEN WILL NOT FEATURE AGAINST WATFORD

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has revealed that Andreas Christensen will not play against Watford on Monday night.While playing with  Bournemouth on Wednesday, Christensen sustained a hamstring injury and was immediately substituted by Conte.At his pre-match press conference, Conte confirmed to reporters that the Dane would be absent from his squad for the fixture at Vicarage Road, but insisted that the 21-year-old's issue was not as bad as first feared.After the Watford encounter, Chelsea face home contests with West Bromwich Albion and Hull City in the Premier League and FA Cup respectively before Barcelona visit Stamford Bridge in the Champions League on February 20.Christensen has made a total of 29 appearances in all competitions during the current campaign.
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LALIGA

BARCELONA PUBLISHED THEIR SQUAD FOR COPA DEL REY SEMI-FINAL AGAINST VALENCIA

Barcelona released their squad for Copa del Rey semi-final and they’ll face Valencia at Camp Nou in the first leg of the semi-final, and Ernesto Valverde has called up 18 players to be in uniform on Thursday night.GOAL KEEPERS: 1. Marc-André ter Stegen, 13. Jasper CillessenDEFENDERS: 3. Gerard Piqué, 18. Jordi Alba, 19. Lucas Digne, 20. Sergi Roberto, 23. Samuel Umtiti, 24. Yerry MinaMIDFIELDER S: 4. Ivan Rakitic, 5. Sergio Busquets, 6. Denis Suarez, 8. Andrés Iniesta, 14. Philippe Coutinho, 15. Paulinho Bezerra, 22. Aleix VidalFORWARD: 9. Luis Suárez, 10. Lionel Messi, 17. Paco Alcácer
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PREMIER LEAGUE

TOTTENHAM STUNNED MANCHESTER UNITED AT WEMBLEY WITH 2-0 VICTORY

Tottenham returned back into contention for a top-four finish and made Alexis Sanchez adapt to a miserable return to North London with a comfortable 2-0 victory against Manchester United at Wembley.Sanchez, making his Premier League debut for United following his recent transfer from Arsenal, suffered  frustration as Spurs coasted to the points after taking the lead through Christian Eriksen's goal on 11 seconds. An own goal by Phil Jones on 28 minutes extended Tottenham's lead and United were fortunate not to concede a 31st minute penalty after Antonio Valencia fouled Dele Alli 12 yards from goal.But while Tottenham were hugely impressive, United produced arguably their worst performance of the season, prompting Jose Mourinho to substitute Paul Pogba after 62 minutes following the &#...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

CHELSEA WAS THRASHED AT STAMFORD BRIDGE TODAY BY BOURNEMOUTH 0-3

Chelsea was defeated by Bournemouth  0-3 at Stamford Bridge this evening. The Blues never got going and Bournemouth opened the scoring shortly after half-time when Callum Wilson raced behind the Chelsea defence to slot past Thibaut Courtois for 0-1 in the 51st minute.The visitors doubled their lead just over ten minutes later when Junior Stanislas poked home from a tight angle to make it 0-2 – although Courtois may feel he should have done better.Chelsea’s night went from bad to worse as Bournemouth made it 3-0 in the 67th minute when former defender Nathan Ake turned home Stanislas’ shot following a corner.There was no way back for Chelsea so they slumped to a shocking home defeat which leaves them three points behind Man Utd in the table while they slip beind Liverpool to fourth pla...
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FORMER INTER ALLIES DEFENDER PLAN FOR MLS MOVE

Ex Inter Allies defender Wahab Akwei has been connected with a move to the United States, after ending his stay with the La based Club. The 23 year old had an impressive season in the last campaign, helping the Capelli Boys stay in the league. He scored three times from 23 appearances.The player who left Inter Allies after three seasons is in search for a new club, and was reported to be on the radar of Accra Hearts of Oak. However, the move has not seen the light of the day, with the player now linked with a move to the United States to feature for a Major League Soccer side. The club has not been revealed yet, but Akwei is believed to be preparing to leave the country to complete a move to the MLS in the coming days. Several Ghanaian players have been playing in the United States with es...
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LALIGA

LA LIGA: VALENCIA VS REAL MADRID, 1-4

Real Madrid surprised Valencia by having 4-1 away win at the Mestalla, Valencia were no pushovers and battled Madrid all evening. It was Marcelo and Toni Kroos ’s late goals that sentenced Valencia to defeat. It was an encouraging game for Madridistas with great individual performances from the likes of Keylor Navas, Marcelo, Modric, and Ronaldo. What did transpire at the Mestalla was a comprehensive scoreline but a far less convincing performance as a pair of Ronaldo penalties in the first half put the game out of Valencia's reach before the break despite their second half push for parity. Martín Montoya lunged at Cristiano Ronaldo in the penalty area after a slick counter that saw Marcelo and Karim Benzema combine to tee up the Portuguese. The referee pointed for the penalty spot and Ron...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

PEP GUARDIOLA UNWILLING TO COMMENT ON MANCHESTER CITY CHASE FOR AYMERIC LAPORTE FROM ATHLETIC BILBAO

Pep Guardiola is calm about Manchester City's hopes of signing Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao in a club record £57million deal.Man City have agreed to Laporte's contract and are expected to land the 23-year-old French defender before the transfer window closes next week.Guardiola was reluctant to be drawn on the issue, saying: 'He's a player for Bilbao. It's the same as other players in the clubs, I didn't speak about previous players. If it happens, it happens, if not then it doesn't.'There are players in the past who are interesting, in the present there will be and in the future. Always we try to do our best for the squad, knowing the players we have.'I said in the past we are trying to do the best for the squad for now, six months, years. If we are going to do something interesti...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

MANCHESTER UNITED: JOSE MOURINHO DISCLOSE WHERE ALEXIS SANCHEZ WILL PLAY

Man United fans have been asking questions this week about where should Alexis Sanchez slot into the team.There are different alternatives for Sanchez to play on the right, left, in a number 10 role or even up front.But in his Thursday presser before Friday’s FA Cup tie at Yeovil, Jose Mourinho gave more details on how he will deploy Alexis in his team.Man United seem to have three clear options of how to line up with Alexis. In the first option, Sanchez could be deployed in a wide left role in a 4-2-3-1 formation. The big losers in that formation are the likes of Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford. A second option is to play Sanchez alongside Jesse Lingard in a 4-3-2-1 setup.But again that means there’s no room for Martial or Rashford in Mourinho’s side. The third alternative is for Unit...
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