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Yahoo
28-05-2025
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Revenge mission: ultimate flop silences the doubters
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here. Multi-million euro transfer flops, a historically bad season, and a final lost against chronic losers. Manchester United was so miserable this season that even the situation at FC Schalke 04 looked visionary by comparison. But as if all that wasn't bad enough, tonight could see perhaps the biggest flop in football history complete his revenge mission against the Red Devils. When Antony signed for Old Trafford in the summer of 2022, expectations were sky-high. The task for the second most expensive signing in the club's history: shoot United back to the top—no, to dazzle! The record two and a half years later: 95 million euros spent, 17 goal involvements in 96 games, and countless mocking memes. The look on Antony's face as he came off the bench for Manchester United 😂😂 — FootballFunnys (@FootballFunnnys) May 12, 2024 For the sensitive Brazilian, these were dark times, just as they were for his employer. 'I didn't even have the strength to play with my son anymore. At times, I didn't eat for days and locked myself in my room,' the 25-year-old recently revealed in tears to 'TNT Sports Brasil'. No one needs to feel sorry for a multimillionaire who gets paid to play football. But even the most cold-hearted must admit that a healthy mind is a decisive factor for a successful professional athlete. Antony is the best proof of that. After another disappointing start to the season, United loaned the winger to Betis Sevilla in the winter. Master tactician Manuel Pellegrini welcomed him with open arms and is rebuilding the loanee's confidence. 'He tells me the most important thing is to be happy. He lets me go into games calm and confident,' Antony describes the effective care of his mentor on the sidelines. ⚽💫 ¡La MARAVILLA de '𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗢 𝗗𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗡𝗔' en el #RealBetisValencia!@antony00 💚🤍 @RealBetis#LALIGAEASPORTS | #LALIGAHighlights | #DesenlaceLALIGA — LALIGA (@LaLiga) May 27, 2025 Sportingly, things immediately improved. In three of his first four games for the Béticos, the 16-time Brazil international found the net. In total, he can currently boast 14 goal involvements in 25 games. Things are going especially well in the Conference League: four goals and three assists in eight games. His exceptional class has also begun to shine through more frequently again. Pinpoint curlers into the top corner to win games or three goal involvements in the UECL semi-final against Fiorentina: In recent weeks, Antony has proven that he can make the difference in a positive way. He was driven by extra motivation. 'He wanted revenge at Betis,' Pellegrini explained before tonight's final against Chelsea, 'and in a certain way, he's achieved that.' Ex Man United players winning trophies this season ❤️ — ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) May 27, 2025 The crowning moment of his revenge campaign is set for late Wednesday evening. He wouldn't be the first title-winner this season to be chased out of the red part of Manchester. If even the Red Devils' costly flops can still write a success story, is there still hope for Schalke? 📸 Octavio Passos - 2025 UEFA
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
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🎖️Who deserves it most? La Liga player of the season nominees
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. Just minutes ago, La Liga announced the list of potential winners for the best player of the season award. To be included in the shortlist, a player needed to have won a player of the month award during the 2024/25 season. 👀 Han sido los mejores de cada mes en #LALIGAEASPORTS. 🌟 Raphinha🌟 @BellinghamJude🌟 Lamine Yamal🌟 @KMbappe🌟 Oihan Sancet🌟 @lewy_official🌟 @vinijr🌟 @isco_alarcon🌟 @Pedri😉 ¡Vota ya a tu #LALIGAPLAYEROFTHESEASON favorito! @easportsfces #PREMIOSANUALESLALIGA — LALIGA (@LaLiga) May 26, 2025 As observed, Barça has the most representatives with 4, which is closely linked to their title. Who do you want to win? 📸 Florencia Tan Jun - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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WATCH: Best amosphere in Europe? Real Betis hero carried from bus by fans
Real Betis were struggling at the midway point this season, but with less than a month to go, are in the thick of the fight for a Champions League spot, and halfway to the Conference League final, after taking an advantage over Fiorentina in the first leg at the Benito Villamarin. What is more, the atmosphere in the green half of Seville could not be better. After their exertions on Thursday night, Real Betis faced a daunting task away from home against Espanyol. Los Pericos were unbeaten at home since October, and one of the form sides in 2025, with the imposing Joan Garcia in brilliant form in goal. To make matters worse, Espanyol took the lead in the first half through Roberto Fernandez. Can we just appreciate Antony, this is unreal stuff — AB⚕ (@AbsoluteBruno) May 4, 2025 ¡¿PERO QUÉ HAS HECHO, ANTONY, MIARMA?! 🤯😳@RealBetis @antony00 #LALIGAEASPORTS #LaCasaDelFútbol — Fútbol en Movistar Plus+ (@MovistarFutbol) May 4, 2025 ANTONY PLACES AN ABSOLUTE WORLDIE TOP BINS TO COMPLETE THE COMEBACK FROM 0-1 DOWN AND WIN IT FOR REAL BETIS 2-1 IN THE 90+1 MINUTE 😱😱😱 — ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) May 4, 2025 SPECTACULAR FINISH BY ANTONY 🤯🇧🇷 The Brazilian with a perfectly placed curling strike to give Real Betis a late lead 👏 𝑃𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 @sbk | 18+ | 𝑃𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑒 𝐺𝑎𝑚𝑏𝑙𝑒 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑏𝑙𝑦 — Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) May 4, 2025 However Betis threw all they had at them in the second half, and Giovani Lo Celso drew them level with an incredible solo effort from close to the halfway line. As the clock ticked towards the 90th minute, Antony continued his incredible redemption arc, whipping the ball into the postage stamp for an exhilarating comeback win. After the match, Betis travelled back to the Andalusian capital, and as their bus arrived back at the Benito Villamarin, they were greeted by several hundred fans. The atmosphere could not have been better, with the ecstatic fans giving them a hero's welcome. Isco was hoisted onto the shoulders of the fans after coming off the team bus, and both he and Marc Bartra were in the thick of the songs. And this is after a 2-1 Liga win away from home. #RealBetis — Football España (@footballespana_) May 5, 2025 Betis are a point off Villarreal and four off Athletic Club with four Liga games to come, and a place in the Champions League on the line. That would be their first in two decades, last qualifying in 2005, and they have Osasuna, Rayo Vallecano, Atletico Madrid and Valencia to come, but also must contend with one or two more games in the Conference League. Beating Fiorentina and then one of Djurgardens or Chelsea in the final would mean a first ever European trophy for Betis.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
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How Arsenal could line up with Martin Zubimendi to take midfield to new level
Arsenal want to bolster their squad this summer by signing Martin Zubimendi and the Real Sociedad star has the talent to take their midfield to a new level. Dubbed the 'Gen-Z Sergio Busquets', the 26-year-old has been tracked by Europe's biggest clubs over the past 18 months. Liverpool and Real Madrid have also been credited with an interest in Zubimendi, but Arsenal are the frontrunners to sign him. The Spain international's arrival this summer would be timely for Mikel Arteta's side as fellow midfielders Jorginho and Thomas Partey are both due to be out of contract. Here, Standard Sport takes a look at how Arsenal could line-up with Zubimendi next season… This feels like the most likely scenario and would see Zubimendi slot in at the base of Arsenal's midfield. Partey has predominantly played that role this season, although Jorginho has also been given minutes there. Both players are over 30 and out of contract this summer, with the Gunners needing to refresh their midfield. Declan Rice has spent much of his career playing as a No6, however the arrival of Zubimendi would allow him to continue in his advanced role. The England international has impressed as a No8 for Arsenal, adding goals and assists to his game since moving there around a year ago. 💥 Un remate IMPECABLE de Zubimendi.#LALIGAEASPORTS | #LALIGAHighlights — LALIGA (@LaLiga) March 22, 2025 Zubimendi could be deployed behind Rice and fellow No8 Martin Odegaard, breaking up play and starting attacks from deep. Such a setup would allow Arsenal to stick with their traditional 4-3-3 system that has served them well over the past few seasons. Possible lineup (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli Arteta has shown over the years how he is not afraid to evolve or tweak his teams when it comes to formations. When the Spaniard was first appointed back in 2019, the Gunners won the FA Cup in his first season using a direct style with a back three in defence. Arsenal progressed into a 4-2-3-1 formation after that and, more recently, they have spent the past few seasons in a 4-3-3. The arrival of Zubimendi, alongside that of Rice, would allow Arteta's side to shift back to a 4-2-3-1 setup, if they wished. Zubimendi can play as a lone No6, however he would also be able to operate alongside Rice in a pair. The duo could form an effective partnership by combining Rice's physical prowess with Zubimendi's ability on the ball. It would leave Odegaard to play as a No10 in a central role, which may allow the Norwegian more freedom to create. Possible lineup (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Odegaard, Martinelli; Havertz
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Sport
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Official: Hansi Flick nominated for La Liga coach of the month award
Barcelona have been on a sizzling run since the turn of the year, which has shown no signs of a slowdown as we enter into the international break in March. In fact, Barça have been in terrific form in the month of March, which started with a resounding 4-0 win over Real Sociedad. Barcelona went on to secure two victories against Benfica, in the Champions League round of 16, before a memorable 4-2 comeback win over Atletico Madrid in La Liga. In the wake of Barcelona's top performances in March, Hansi Flick has once again been nominated for the Manager of the Month award. La Liga confirmed it through social media last night. Apart from announcing Flick as a nominee, La Liga also nominated Manuel Pellegrini of Real Betis and Celta Vigo's Claudio Giraldez. 👔 Hansi Flick (@FCBarcelona)👔 Manuel Pellegrini (@RealBetis_en)👔 Claudio Giráldez (@RCCeltaEN)👉 Choose March's COACH OF THE MONTH in #LALIGAEASPORTS!#LALIGACOACHOFTHEMONTH | @Microsoft#PREMIOSLALIGA — LALIGA English (@LaLigaEN) March 19, 2025 It must be noted that Flick won the Manager of the Month award in February and there is no reason why he cannot win it again this month. That said, Barcelona have played only two La Liga matches in March, with their scheduled game against Osasuna getting postponed due to the unfortunate demise of first-team coach Carles Minarro. One would, therefore, argue that both Giraldez and Pellegrini would make a better case of winning the Manager of the Month award this time around. Pellegrini, in particular, has masterminded three wins for Real Betis this month, one of which came against Real Madrid. Betis' win over Las Palmas and Leganes have also played a key role in helping Los Beticos put themselves in the mix for an European place. Therefore, it won't be surprising to see Flick missing out on the Manager of the Month award this time around.
