Category: Sports
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We need to leave Messi alone – Barca chief
Barcelona chief Guillermo Amor says Lionel Messi is in good spirits. Amor says Messi was fine after last night’s disappointing defeat at home to Granada. “I saw him very well, as always, he scored the goal but it was difficult for him,” said Amor. “His future? We want him to stay but we must leave…
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Barcelona without Messi is no longer Barca – Iniesta
Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta is eager to see Lionel Messi stay. Off contract in June, the future of Messi remains in doubt, despite his good relationship with new Barca president Joan Laporta. Iniesta, now with Vissel Kobe, says he wants to see Messi stay. He said, “My desire and I believe that of all Barca…
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Europa: Fernandes, Cavani sparkle with braces as Man Utd hit six
Bruno Fernandes and Edinson Cavani scored twice each as Manchester United took a giant step towards the Europa League final with a 6-2 drubbing of AS Roma on Thursday. The emphatic victory was in their semi-final first leg game at Old Trafford. Manchester United’s run of four semi-final losses under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should…
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Europa: Villarreal gain narrow edge in chaotic win over Arsenal
Villarreal claimed a narrow advantage in their 2020/2021 Europa League semi-final match-up with Arsenal after a 2-1 home victory in the first leg on Thursday. However, they may by now be rueing letting the London club off the hook. It looked like being a joyous night for Villarreal manager Unai Emery against the club which…
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Barca blow chance to go top after home loss to Granada
FC Barcelona missed the chance to go top of La Liga with just five games left when they were stunned 2-1 by Granada at Camp Nou on Thursday night. Although Barca controlled most of the ball and had the majority of the chances, two defensive lapses did them in. They allowed Darwin Machis and Jorge…
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We’re not scared of Arsenal – Chukwueze
Villarreal winger Samuel Chukwueze says he isn’t scared of Arsenal ahead of tonight’s Europa League semi-final first leg. The Nigerian admits he dreams of Euro glory. LaLiga ambassador Chukwueze, speaking at an event for LiveScore, said: “When the time comes, it will be up to the coach and the tactics he chooses – all I…
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Former Barca captain stunned over Messi transfer talk
Barcelona legend Xavi is baffled that there’s doubt about the future at the club of Lionel Messi. The Al Sadd coach has had his say on Messi’s situation as the Barca captain’s contract runs down. Xavi said, “We have to see that Leo is happy because with a happy Messi, you have more chances to…
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Europa: Man Utd squad for Roma clash revealed
Manchester United will have Marcus Rashford and Eric Bailly in tonight’s squad for their Europa League semifinal first-leg clash with Roma tonight. The Manchester Evening News says Rashford and Bailly — both of whom have missed games lately due to injury and illness respectively — were seen as they gathered at the Lowry Hotel before…
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Van Gaal names 10 missed signings at Man Utd
Louis van Gaal says Robert Lewandowski, Neymar, Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez and James Milner were among the top talents he tried to take to Manchester United during his spell at Old Trafford. The Dutch tactician was handed the Red Devils reins in the summer of 2014, with Premier League giants turning to a proven performer…
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Again! Guardiola supports Messi to remain with Barca
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has reaffirmed hopes of Lionel Messi playing out his career with Barcelona. Off contract in June, Messi has been linked with City and PSG this season. But Guardiola told TV3: “I hope he can finish his career at Barça. Messi will not find a better home than Barça. The only…