5 h. ago Chaos in Paris as car hits fans after PSG victory over Arsenal

Paris police said there were 43 arrests in incidents around the city

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13 h. ago Car ploughs into crowd of football fans after PSG's victory over Arsenal as violence breaks out on the streets of Paris

The horrific aftermath was captured on video and shown on social media in the early hours of Thursday following the Champions League semi-final game a few hours earlier.

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7 d. ago ‘Never satisfied’: Bompastor turns sights to Chelsea treble after sealing WSL glory

Blues clinch sixth straight domestic title‘I always look for ‘perfect’ I’m focused on the treble’Chelsea’s manager, Sonia Bompastor, immediately turned her attention towards the prospect of completing a domestic treble as her side celebrated winning a sixth consecutive Women’s Super League title.The Frenchwoman’s team, who had already won the League Cup in March, clinched the title in her first season in English football with Wednesday’s 1-0 victory at Manchester United as they capitalised on second-placed Arsenal dropping points earlier on Wednesday evening with their 5-2 loss at Aston Villa. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Arsenal book their spot in the Champions League final – Women’s Football Weekly

Faye Carruthers is joined by Sophie Downey, Ameé Ruszkai and Marva Kreel to discuss Arsenal’s win, Chelsea’s loss and latest action across the WSL and the ChampionshipOn this week’s Guardian Women’s Football Weekly, Faye is joined by Sophie Downey, Ameé Ruszkai and Marva Kreel. The panel discuss Arsenal’s 4-1 second-leg victory over Lyon, the north London side knocking out the eight-time European champions and securing their place in the final. However, it won’t be a full English affair after Chelsea’s dreams were dashed by a rampant Barcelona.The panel review the latest action across the Women’s Super League and the Championship as the season nears its conclusion and relegation spots are confirmed. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Palace’s Mateta punishes Arsenal muddle to leave Liverpool one point from title

Liverpool’s coronation as Premier League champions will have to wait a few more days, although it’s now only a matter of when, not if. In a match that could have represented a microcosm of their domestic season, Arsenal appeared to be heading towards a narrow victory over a dogged Crystal Palace side after Jakub Kiwior and Leandro Trossard cancelled out Eberechi Eze’s brilliant volley. But an uncharacteristic mistake from William Saliba allowed the substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta to equalise and earn a deserved point for Palace, who will now head to Wembley for their FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa on Saturday full of confidence.Liverpool’s players had gathered to watch events unfold in north London knowing that a defeat would seal a record-equalling 20th league title with five games still to play. They now have a 12-point lead with a vastly superior goal difference, with a draw against Tottenham on Sunday all that is required to make it official. At least Arsenal – who look d...

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2 w. ago Martin Odegaard makes pointed dig as Arsenal captain opens up on Real Madrid victory

Arsenal secured a statement success over Real Madrid in the last eight of the Champions League with Martin Odegaard hailing their attacking approach in the Bernabeu

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2 w. ago Manchester United and Spurs save their seasons; big day in EFL: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Yara via emailAny stats nerds around? Because United accomplished a few feats that no ever side has done before. Commit these to memory because I reckon they will be asked at a few pub quizzes around the country this weekend.Harry Maguire’s goal was the first 120th-minute winning goal scored in Europa League history and the first in a major European tie since Atlético Madrid beat Liverpool at Anfield in March 2020.It was only the second 5-4 win in Manchester United’s history, along with their 5-4 victory over Arsenal in the top-flight in February 1958.Manchester United’s 5-4 win over Lyon was also the first game in major European football history to see five goals scored in extra-time.Manchester United have lost only one of their last 30 Europa League matches at Old Trafford. They have also won their last five home Europa League matches.This was the first nine-goal game in Europa League histor...

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2 w. ago Thomas Partey leaves Mikel Arteta with selection headache for Champions League semi

Arsenal sealed a famous victory over Real Madrid on Wednesday to book a Champions League semi-final spot against PSG - but boss Mikel Arteta is now faced with a dilemma after losing Thomas Partey to suspension

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3 w. ago Mikel Arteta reveals Pep Guardiola's role in Arsenal's superb victory at Real Madrid

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side dispatched Real Madrid in the Champions League after recording a victory at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night and next face Paris Saint-Germain in the competition

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3 w. ago Bukayo Saka 'grabbed by neck' as Real Madrid star rages at Arsenal ace in tunnel

Bukayo Saka was involved in a heated altercation with Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal during Arsenal's Champions League victory at the Bernabeu

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3 w. ago Arsenal fans left furious after Antonio Rudiger STAMP on Myles Lewis

Arsenal progressed to the Champions League semi-finals with a stunning victory against Real Madrid at the Bernabeu but the clash was packed with incidents including an unsavoury clash involving Antonio Rudiger

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3 w. ago Real Madrid fans pack street and throw flares at team bus as Arsenal receive police escort

Real Madrid fans packed the street outside the Santiago Bernabeu as they greeted both teams for the crucial Champions League second leg clash after Arsenal's commanding victory last week

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4 w. ago Roy Keane launches controversial Arsenal prediction after Real Madrid victory

Roy Keane launches controversial Arsenal prediction after Real Madrid victory  Football London

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4 w. ago Watch Anne Hathaway’s rendition of ‘North London Forever’ celebrating Arsenal’s victory over Real Madrid

Anne Hathaway celebrated Arsenal's victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League with a rendition of “The Angel (North London Forever).”

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4 w. ago Champions League legend bucks trend and says Declan Rice free

England star Declan Rice scored two free-kicks in Arsenal's stunning 3-0 victory over Real Madrid on Wednesday in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie

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4 w. ago ‘Nice bit of history’: Rice delighted by Arsenal’s famous win against Madrid

Midfielder’s two free-kicks fires 3-0 first-leg win‘I don’t know if it will ever sink in,’ says RiceDeclan Rice could barely contain his delight after two stunning free‑kicks from the England midfielder gave Arsenal a famous victory against Real Madrid that leaves Mikel Arteta’s side within touching distance of reaching the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2009.Mikel Merino ensured Arsenal will head to the Spanish capital for the second leg next Wednesday with a commanding 3-0 advantage over the champions after a whirlwind second half. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Premier League guaranteed fifth Champions League spot after Arsenal beat Real Madrid

Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over the holders means that at least five Premier League sides will be in next year’s Champions League

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