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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
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The top 10 viral images of the weekend 🍿
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. Among the tearful farewells of Luka Modric, Ancelotti's crazy arrival in Brazil, and JUL unveiling the new OM jersey, the standout images were certainly present this week. Announced a few days earlier, Luka Modric's departure after 12 years at Real Madrid was celebrated as it should be. Moved to tears, the Croatian legend received a sublime ovation from Santiago Bernabeu and warm embraces from his teammates... notably from Toni Kroos. El momento de @lukamodric10... 🤍👏#DesenlaceLALIGA | #LALIGAHighlights — LALIGA (@LaLiga) May 24, 2025 Este abrazo... 🫂@ToniKroos 🤍 @lukamodric10#DesenlaceLALIGA | #LALIGAHighlights — LALIGA (@LaLiga) May 24, 2025 Another player experienced tearful goodbyes this weekend. Booed by Liverpool supporters in recent weeks after announcing his departure, Trent Alexander-Arnold broke down in tears during his last match at Anfield this Sunday. Trent Alexander-Arnold breaks down in tears after Liverpool's title celebrations 🥺The boyhood fan is leaving Anfield after 20 years at the club — Premier League (@premierleague) May 25, 2025 This weekend, Arminia Bielefeld and VfB Stuttgart faced off in the German Cup final. For the occasion, supporters of both clubs displayed magnificent tifos before kickoff. Starke Choreos von Bielefeld & Stuttgart! 👏#SkyPokal #DFBPokal #DSCVfB — Sky Sport (@SkySportDE) May 24, 2025 There are parents who must be very proud of their two sons. While Jude is achieving glory at Real Madrid, Jobe is also making his own way. The younger brother of the Madrid player secured promotion to the Premier League this weekend with Sunderland. It was an opportunity for a legendary video call between the two players. Together in the national team soon? Unfortunately, tifos are not always there to highlight the positive. The owner of AC Milan learned this the hard way this weekend. The Milan ultras gathered in the Curva Sud to send the message "Go Home" to the club's owner, who finished the season in a disappointing eighth place in Serie A. Curva Sud:'GO HOME' — Inside Milan (@_InsideMilan) May 24, 2025 It's not easy for Inter Miami at the moment, with four matches without victories, but the supporters were still able to enjoy this free kick from Leo Messi. Crowned champions of Turkey, Galatasaray went all out for their celebration venue. The team paraded by boat on the Bosphorus, surrounded by numerous supporters' boats. Incredible images. ⛴️ Galatasaray kafilesi, Sarayburnu'ndan teknelerle boğaza açıldı! #beINSPORTS📺 #beINSPORTSHABER👉 Şampiyonluk Kutlamaları Özel Yayını'nı izlemek için tıklayınız: — beIN SPORTS Türkiye (@beINSPORTS_TR) May 25, 2025 Recently announced as the coach of the Seleçao, the Italian manager arrived in Brazil at night and was greeted by the Brazilian supporters in a magnificent atmosphere. It almost seems like he's already won a title. It's well known, between JUL and Olympique de Marseille, it's a great love story. A story that developed a bit more this weekend during his concert at the Vélodrome stadium. In addition to inviting Adrien Rabiot and Medhi Benatia on stage, the rapper also had the honor of unveiling the Olympians' home jersey for the next season. Jul qui a dégainé le nouveau maillot domicile de l'OM en concert… 😭 — Point de Penalty (@_PointDePenalty) May 25, 2025 Medhi Benatia sur scène avec Adrien Rabiot au concert de Jul 💙🤍 — Massilia Zone (@MassiliaZone) May 25, 2025 While the Polish striker surpassed the 100-goal mark with a third different club thanks to his brace against Bilbao, Raphinha still found a way to troll him. After Lewandowski's second goal, the Brazilian told him he still needed four more goals to catch up with Kylian Mbappé in the Liga top scorers ranking. A joke that visibly amused Barça's number nine. - FC Ptit Déj: the teams qualified for C1 🏆, Jul 🤝 OM - France U17 Team: Diandaga's missile against Albania - PSG/Inter Milan – The Parisian team already announced, with Barcola 📸 BILAL SECKIN
Yahoo
25-04-2025
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How Manchester United could line up next season if Ruben Amorim lands top targets
Manchester United are aiming to make early moves in the transfer window ahead of Ruben Amorim's first summer in charge. The Red Devils have endured their worst-ever Premier League campaign and are set to finish in the top-flight's bottom half for the first time in 35 years. Amorim arrived as Erik ten Hag's successor in November and has spent recent months assessing his squad. Creativity, goals and a progressive midfielder are all understood to be on the summer wish list. A move for Wolves' midfielder Matheus Cunha is already in motion, while there are concrete links to several other options. We've looked at how Manchester United could line up next season if Ruben Amorim lands his leading transfer targets. Andre Onana's unconvincing performances could lead Manchester United back into the market for a new goalkeeper. Onana has made eight errors directly leading to goals in all competitions since joining the Red Devils – more than any other Premier League goalkeeper. Joan Garcia has been named as a potential target and United are reportedly ready to rival Arsenal and Barcelona for the Spanish shot-stopper. Garcia has been one of La Liga's top goalkeepers this season, leading the division for saves (118), prevented goals (7.6) and ranking fourth for save percentage. At 23, he fits the profile of player the Red Devils are aiming to recruit and has an affordable £21m release clause. A first-choice role at Old Trafford could tempt Garcia to turn down rival interest. ¡Qué porterazo es Joan García! 🔝💙#LALIGAHighlights | @RCDEspanyol — LALIGA (@LaLiga) November 17, 2024 Ruben Amorim looks unlikely to deviate from his preferred 3-4-2-1 system for next season. Leny Yoro has been arguably the most eye-catching of last summer's signings and is a player of huge potential, while Matthijs de Ligt should be improved from a season of adaptation to English football. The Dutch defender ranks in the top 10 players in the Premier League for the percentage of dribblers tackled and in the top 20% of centre-backs for aerial duels won, interceptions and xG – proving a threat in both boxes. Luke Shaw's recent return from injury is welcome after a nightmare period. The left-sided centre-back role is one Shaw has played before and the 29-year-old could aid United's progression issues and flexibility from that position. It's also less physically demanding than wing-back for a footballer who has been plagued by muscular problems. Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire and the currently sidelined Lisandro Martinez all offer alternatives, with Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans set to leave this summer. Amad Diallo's exciting establishment in the Manchester United team was arguably the silver lining of a disappointing season. The Ivorian was excellent both at wing-back and further forward before an ankle injury sidelined him for the run-in. Diallo scored six goals and created six more for the Red Devils – including some clutch moments – though it's his intensity off the ball that perhaps makes him perfect for Amorim's plan. Diallo ranked in the top 10% of wingers in the Premier League this season for tackles won, ball recoveries and carries into the penalty area per 90. He was also the Premier League leader for defensive actions that led to a shot. Patrick Dorgu was signed in January and should line up on the opposite flank, with the Denmark international another signed with the future in mind. Manuel Ugarte has had his critics this season but is a player Amorim knows well. A prolific ball-winner, the Uruguayan requires a more progressive player alongside him in the pivot. Adam Wharton has all the hallmarks of the ideal complement to Ugarte. The 21-year-old's game is built on the simplistic brilliance to receive, angle and move the ball forward at pace. There are similarities to Michael Carrick, a player who has not truly been replaced since his retirement in 2018. Crystal Palace, however, will not let Wharton leave on the cheap. 🏴🎯 No midfielder has more progressive passes per 90 (9.9) in the Premier League than Adam Wharton 📊 vs Top 7 League U21 Midfielders, per 90 🥇 Sliding tackles — 1st 🥇 Through passes — 1st 🥇 Progressive passes — 1st 🥇 Progressive passes (PAdj) — 1st 🥇 Progressive action… — DataMB (@DataMB_) April 23, 2025 Not for the first time, Bruno Fernandes has carried Manchester United at times this season. The Portugal international is the only player in Europe's top five leagues to have made 70+ tackles and created 70+ chances. He's the club's leading goal threat, creator, and their best in the build-up, with this summer's transfer window designed to ease the over-reliance. Enter, Matheus Cunha. Manchester United have made an early move to sign Cunha, who has a release clause of £62.5m in his contract at Wolves. The 25-year-old has been a huge hit since his arrival at Molineux, scoring 26 goals and creating 11 more across the last two league seasons. This campaign, he's among the Premier League's top players for non-penalty goals (6th), shots on target per 90 (2nd), successful take-ons (7th) and fouls drawn (2nd). A strong physical presence with goal threat and an ability to beat players through the middle, he has thrived in a similar system at Wolves. The bright light in an otherwise difficult season for Ipswich Town. Delap's first full season at Premier League level has delivered 12 league goals in a struggling side – and countless headaches for opposition centre-backs. The 22-year-old is a powerful old-school presence, ready to ruffle the feathers of defenders. Delap at the DOUBLE! 🤩 — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) September 29, 2024 At times this season he's been required to create chances alone, with an ability to hold off defenders, turn, and surge into open space. Delap is not the finished article and there will be reservations over the signing of another forward project, given how Rasmus Hojlund has regressed this season. However, the potential is clear and a £30m release clause makes Delap a gamble worth taking. | | | |
Yahoo
21-04-2025
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Valverde's late goal in Real Madrid win, Mbappe jeered
Still upset at their team's midweek exit from the Champions League, Real Madrid fans jeered suspended Kylian Mbappé and then cheered Federico Valverde after he scored late in a 1-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish league. Sunday's narrow victory for second-placed Madrid kept some pressure on leader Barcelona. Mbappé, serving a red-card suspension, was jeered by many fans at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium four days after he had already been booed in Madrid's 2-1 second-leg loss to Arsenal in the quarter-inals of the Champions League. The Spanish heavyweights were eliminated 5-1 on aggregate from a competition they have won a record 15 times. "We did well today," Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said. "We wanted to win again and rebound from the elimination. The team came through and Fede (Valverde) was key. This victory gives us a boost." Valverde scored with a well-placed shot into the top corner from the right edge of the penalty area three minutes into second-half stoppage time. The Bernabeu was mostly behind the team on Sunday, but some fans jeered when Mbappé was shown in the stadium on the large video screens. Vinícius Júnior, who also struggled on Wednesday but impressed on Sunday, had a goal disallowed around the 80th because of an offside by Endrick in the buildup as he reached 200 wins with Madrid. Jude Bellingham, playing in a false-nine position in attack, also performed well for Madrid, who face Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday in Seville. "He played well in that position," Ancelotti said. "We have done well with the formation in the past." 𝗙𝗘𝗗𝗘 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗘. ✨#LALIGAHighlights | #DesenlaceLALIGA — LALIGA (@LaLiga) April 20, 2025 The victory moved Madrid back within four points of Barcelona, who rallied to defeat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday. Third-placed Atletico Madrid stayed 10 points off the lead after losing 1-0 at Las Palmas on Saturday. Fourth-placed Athletic are six points behind Atletico. Fifth-placed Villarreal, five points behind Athletic with a game in hand, were held to a 2-2 draw with midtable Real Sociedad. Athletic, who had only one attempt on target at the Bernabeu, were coming off two victories in a row in all competitions. Midtable Osasuna won 3-2 at last-placed Valladolid, which has lost 12 of its last 13 matches. Osasuna has won two in a row after nine matches without a win across all tournaments. Sevilla, sitting in 15th place, drew 1-1 at home against 18th-placed Alaves.
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
