55 h. ago European club football: Inter sink Cagliari to tighten grip at top

Arnautovic and Martínez on target in 3-1 victoryBarcelona stretch La Liga lead with win at LeganésInter Milan cruised to a 3-1 win at home to Cagliari thanks to goals from Marko Arnautovic, Lautaro Martínez and Yann Aurel Bisseck to keep their grip on top spot in Serie A on Saturday.Inter are six points clear of second-placed Napoli, who host lowly Empoli on Monday, with six rounds to go. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Maxi Oyedele: from Manchester United outcast to ‘dream’ tie against Chelsea

Midfielder has bounced back from tough Forest Green loan and is chasing Conference League glory at Legia WarsawFourteen months ago, Maxi Oyedele was experiencing the lowest moment of a burgeoning career, being substituted after coming off the bench for a team destined for relegation from League Two. Now he is preparing for a European quarter-final with Legia Warsaw against one of the biggest clubs on the continent. Forest Green feels a world away.When any teenager is loaned by Manchester United to a lower-league club, the aim is for them to gain experience that can help them progress. In theory, this is done through positive performances and playing against senior professionals, allowing a youngster to learn the tricks of the trade. Sometimes, however, a setback is the best learning curve. It has helped the midfielder earn full international honours, the Conference League battle with Chelsea in Warsaw on Thursday and a Polish Cup final next month. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Premier League guaranteed five teams in Champions League after Arsenal win

League gets one of two extra berths on offer from UefaEngland could have seven clubs in 2025-26 tournamentThe Premier League will be guaranteed at least five teams in the 2025-26 Champions League after Arsenal’s stunning 3-0 win over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday.The English top flight needed one win from its clubs in any of the three European competitions to secure one of two extra berths – on top of the four granted to the top four in the table – awarded to the highest-ranked countries in the Uefa coefficient table. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago The Breakdown | Premiership clubs’ European debacle illustrates growing French and Irish strength

Four English clubs conceded 215 points on a calamitous weekend with French clubs poised to improve furtherAnd then there was one. Good luck to English club rugby’s sole survivor Northampton, who still have a winnable home Champions Cup quarter-final against Castres this Saturday, but otherwise the flag of St George hangs limply at half‑mast. To suggest the Premiership’s contenders had an underwhelming weekend is like saying global share prices have taken a slight dip.If you’re squeamish about needle-sharp disappointment, look away now. Between them Saracens, Harlequins, Leicester and Sale conceded 215 points in their last-16 ties. While Sarries and Sale had their first-half moments in Toulon and Toulouse respectively, would you care to guess the aggregate second-half score over those four defeats? The uncomfortable answer was, ahem, 144-21. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Trump offers backing for Marine Le Pen ahead of rally in Paris to show support for convicted politician – Europe live

US president attacks French judiciary as frustration grows in France with Trump’s policies; part of French left prepares counter demonstration in ParisSomewhere between ecstatic posts about the effect of tariffs – leaving markets in turmoil with losses in trillions of dollars and about $5m Trump golden card for wealthy immigrants looking to move to the US Continue reading...

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1 week ago I rejected Celtic to join Rangers — now I'm a European club's record signing and enjoyed dream debut

After some impressive showings for the academy team at Anderlecht, Robbie Ure has already made his mark in Sweden

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2 w. ago European football: PSG smash six to all but secure fourth consecutive title

Ligue 1 leaders trounce Saint-Étienne 6-1Harry Kane scores as Bayern battle past St PauliParis St Germain coach Luis Enrique wants the club to keep their focus on domestic and European titles despite all but securing a fourth consecutive Ligue 1 crown.PSG thrashed relegation-threatened Saint-Étienne 6-1 to virtually assure themselves of a second straight title under the Spaniard. Only Monaco have a mathematical chance to overhaul them after their 2-1 win over Nice left them 21 points behind PSG with seven games to play. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Man Utd may be stuck with Antony as Real Betis chief outlines transfer needs

Antony is enjoying life at Real Betis but the La Liga club are relying on European qualification before considering whether to make the Brazilian's loan from Manchester United permanent

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Gérard Depardieu admits to grabbing sexual assault accuser by the hips

Actor denies this was assault and tells court any crude comments were due to his bad moodGérard Depardieu has admitted in court to grabbing by the hips a woman who accuses him of sexual assault, but denied this was assault and said any crude comments he may have made were because of his bad mood.A towering figure of French cinema, Depardieu, 76, has faced a growing number of sexual assault allegations in recent years. The actor has consistently denied any wrongdoing and this is the first case for which he is standing trial. Continue reading...

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Jude Bellingham has already sent exciting Manchester United message amid Jobe transfer links

The Sunderland youngster is attracting interest from a number of European clubs as the summer transfer window approaches

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3 w. ago Jonathan David sends Arsenal and Liverpool transfer message as he speaks about future

Arsenal and Liverpool are among several top European clubs being linked with a summer move for Lille forward Jonathan David, who is out of contract at the end of the season

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3 w. ago Real Madrid vs Arsenal LIVE: Women’s Champions League latest score and updates as hosts double lead

The last eight gets underway with the London club hoping to continue a strong European campaign

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3 w. ago Real Madrid vs Arsenal LIVE: Women’s Champions League latest score and updates as Caicedo strikes

The last eight gets underway with the London club hoping to continue a strong European campaign

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