86 m. ago Marco Silva has Fulham dreaming of Europe and their first major trophy

Fulham sold their best player in the summer but they keep getting better and have two routes to European football By WhoScoredMarco Silva had his work cut out for him at the start of the season. The Fulham manager could only watch on as João Palhinha, Tosin Adarabioyo and Willian left the club in the summer. Silva is no stranger to losing key players, having previously had to cope with the exits of Fábio Carvalho and Aleksandar Mitrovic. When Fulham lost their first game of the season, it looked like it could be a tough year for the club. But, with the end of the campaign looming, they are flying high in two competitions.The Premier League is likely to have five clubs in the Champions League next season and, as outlandish as it sounds, Fulham could be one of them. They are eighth in the table, just three points behind fifth-placed Manchester City. A place in the Europa League is more realistic, especially as they have two routes to the competition. Fulham host Crystal Palace in the ...

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49 h. ago Manchester City’s Kerolin: ‘I have this big dream of being the best player in the world’

Brazilian followed her heart with a move across the Atlantic to the WSL in January and has already had a big impactKerolin joined Manchester City from North Carolina Courage in January and last week showed everyone exactly why she made the move. On the biggest stage in European football, the Champions League, the Brazilian produced the performance of her City career so far to help set up a 2-0 quarter-final first leg win against Chelsea.Kerolin was a constant thorn in Chelsea’s side throughout the game and provided the assist for one of Vivianne Miedema’s two goals to set up a tantalising scoreline before the return leg at Stamford Bridge on Thursday.This is an extract from our free weekly email, Moving the Goalposts. To get the full edition, visit this page and follow the instructions. Moving the Goalposts will be published twice a week from next week. Continue reading...

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69 h. ago UEFA warn Rangers they will close the Copland Road if there is one more racist act from fans at Ibrox

And the Ibrox club have warned supporters to behave after European football’s governing body reacted to the banner at the Fenerbahce game

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7 d. ago Revealed: betting companies’ huge financial influence in European football

66% of clubs in 31 divisions have at least one betting dealClubs are ‘getting around’ bans on front-of-shirt sponsorsThe prevalence of gambling money in European football has been laid bare by new research that shows two-thirds of teams across 31 top divisions have at least one sponsorship deal with a betting firm.As the Premier League counts down to a ban on front-of-shirt sponsorship by gambling companies, due to come into force next year, data also shows clubs in European countries have found ways to get around such restrictions. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Lewis Ferguson set for European 'transfer tussle' as Bologna draw up Serie A contingency plan

Ferguson is believed to have plenty of suitors around Europe interested in his services

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9 d. ago Arsenal left stuck in mud as Real Madrid take control of WCL quarter

Real Madrid stunned Arsenal at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano to take control of their Women’s Champions League quarter-final tie. Goals in either half from Linda Caicedo and Athenea del Castillo secured victory for Spanish side in the first leg against Renée Slegers’s team.This was the first competitive encounter between these sides and of the two the Gunners are the more experienced in European football. This is their 16th appearance at this stage of the competition (a joint record with Lyon) and they remain the only English winners. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Two extraordinary ways Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur can still qualify for Europe

Manchester United are currently 13th in the Premier League table, leaving their options for qualifying for European football severely limited.

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1 week ago European football: Bayern extend lead despite Hollerbach’s late sting

Union Berlin hold Bayern Munich to 1-1 drawSané opens scoring before Hollerbach punishes errorA moment of uncertainty from the goalkeeper Jonas Urbig allowed Benedict Hollerbach to score a late goal as Union Berlin secured a 1-1 home draw on Saturday with Bayern Munich, who still extended their lead atop the Bundesliga standings to nine points.Bayern, chasing a record-extending 34th league title, climbed to 62 points. Champions Bayer Leverkusen, who are in second place, have a game in hand and travel to face Stuttgart on Sunday. Continue reading...

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1 week ago European football: Mbappé’s quickfire brace takes Real Madrid top of La Liga

Milan enjoy thrilling 2-1 comeback against ComoBayern held to a 1-1 draw away to Union BerlinKylian Mbappé scored twice to help Real Madrid fight back to beat Villarreal 2-1 and move top of La Liga overnight.The hosts opened the scoring in the seventh minute when Álex Baena’s corner was deflected by Aurélien Tchouaméni, allowing Juan Foyth to score from close range. Real Madrid levelled 10 minutes later when Mbappé pounced on Brahim Díaz’s blocked shot and the ball landed at his feet for a close-range finish. Continue reading...

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1 week ago What happened to money hungry Russian side who enticed Samuel Eto'o and Roberto Carlos

Anzhi Makhachkala were once the biggest story in European football as their free spending saw Samuel Eto'o move east - over a decade later they no longer exist

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1 week ago Ange Postecoglou: Attrition of European football will affect English clubs

Spurs have endured an injury-hit campaign which has seen them slip to 13th place in the Premier League.

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2 w. ago Jim Goodwin names one thing Dundee United need to achieve before they can push for European football

The Dundee derby is just around the corner with United looking to claim a Europa or Conference League spot

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2 w. ago Manchester United under pressure to stay in Europe, admits Christian Eriksen

Europa League last-16 return with Sociedad is ‘massive’Backs compatriot Rasmus Højlund to end goal droughtChristian Eriksen has admitted that there is “massive pressure” on Manchester United to beat Real Sociedad on Thursday in order to keep alive their hopes of playing European football next season.United enter the Europa League last-16 second leg at Old Trafford with the tie poised at 1-1 after last week’s game at the Anoeta Stadium. After Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League United are 14th on 34 points, 11 behind Aston Villa in seventh – the last place that may earn a Europa Conference place, depending on who wins the domestic cups. United are out of both. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago European football: Mbappé on target as Real Madrid join Barça at top of La Liga

Vinícius Júnior also scores in 2-1 win over Rayo VallecanoGetafe’s late double stuns Atlético; Napoli beat FiorentinaKylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior scored in the first half to give Real Madrid an easy 2-1 win over neighbours Rayo Vallecano on Sunday that helped them draw level at the top of the table in the battle to retain their La Liga crown.Only one point separates Spain’s three biggest clubs in one of the closest title races in recent years with Barcelona leading the pack on 57 points, ahead of second-placed Real on goal difference with Atlético Madrid in third on 56 points after a 2-1 loss at Getafe earlier on Sunday. Barça, who will face Atlético next Sunday, have a game in hand after their match against Osasuna on Saturday was postponed due to the sudden death of their team doctor.This story will be updated Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Russia still wields huge influence inside Ceferin’s Uefa despite bans | Philippe Auclair

Alexander Dyukov and his fellow Putin-backed officials’ continuing role has largely been ignoredUefa’s response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine could not have been swifter. Hours after the fighting had started in Luhansk, European football’s governing body convened an extraordinary meeting of its executive committee and, three days later, on 28 February 2022, Uefa, with Fifa, announced that all Russian clubs and national teams had been banned from their competitions until further notice.Under-17 male and female teams were allowed back in September 2023, on condition they compete without their national kit, flag or anthem, only to be banned again after a dozen member associations threatened a boycott. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago European football: Barcelona game called off after club doctor dies

Osasuna match postponed by death of Carles Miñarro Garcia Barcelona extend ‘heartfelt condolences’ to his familyBarcelona called off their match against Osasuna on Saturday night after their first-team doctor, Carles Miñarro Garcia, died. The game was scheduled to start at 9pm local time but an announcement was made shortly beforehand.“FC Barcelona is deeply saddened to announce the passing of first-team doctor Carles Miñarro Garcia this evening,” the club statement said. “For this reason, the match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna has been postponed to a later date. The FC Barcelona board of directors and all staff extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.”This story will be updated Continue reading...

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2 w. ago European football: Bayern and Leverkusen both beaten in Bundesliga

Bayern slump to shock 3-2 defeat at home to BochumFlorian Wirtz injured in 2-0 loss to Werder BremenBayern Munich wasted a two-goal lead in front of a home crowd to slump to a 3-2 loss to Bochum, but second-placed Bayer Leverkusen were unable to take advantage, going down 2-0 at home to Werder Bremen.Bayern, who beat Leverkusen 3-0 in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Wednesday, looked to be cruising to a comfortable win after Raphaël Guerreiro struck twice in 14 minutes to put them 2-0 up by the 28th minute. Bochum, however, cut the deficit three minutes later, with Jakov Medic drilling in.This story will be updated Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Postecoglou defends Vicario, Glasner on Mateta’s recovery, and more: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendFixtures | Tables | Top scorers | And you can mail DavidSouthampton: With the teams separated by 52 points, Southampton face a daunting weekend trip to Anfield, where nobody gives the Premier League’s bottom side a snowball’s chance in hell of adding to their tally of nine points against the table-toppers.While Ivan Juric could be forgiven for whimpering in fear behind the sofa, the Saints boss fronted up at his press conference to declare his side – who have already given Liverpool a decent run for their money on two separate occasions this season – will try to give a good account of themselves. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Postecoglou defends Vicario, Slot on ‘really lucky’ Liverpool and more: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendFixtures | Tables | Top scorers | And you can mail StuartSouthampton: With the teams separated by 52 points, Southampton face a daunting weekend trip to Anfield, where nobody gives the Premier League’s bottom side a snowball’s chance in hell of adding to their tally of nine points against the table-toppers.While Ivan Juric could be forgiven for whimpering in fear behind the sofa, the Saints boss fronted up at his press conference to declare his side – who have already given Liverpool a decent run for their money on two separate occasions this season – will try to give a good account of themselves. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Botman injury blow for Newcastle, Slot on ‘really lucky’ Liverpool and more: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendFixtures | Tables | Top scorers | And you can mail BarrySouthampton: With the teams separated by 52 points, Southampton face a daunting weekend trip to Anfield, where nobody gives the Premier League’s bottom side a snowball’s chance in hell of adding to their tally of nine points against the table-toppers.While Ivan Juric could be forgiven for whimpering in fear behind the sofa, the Saints boss fronted up at his press conference to declare his side – who have already given Liverpool a decent run for their money on two separate occasions this season – will try to give a good account of themselves. Continue reading...

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