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Slot delighted to have Alisson back in Liverpool squad

Slot delighted to have Alisson back in Liverpool squad

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is delighted to have goalkeeper Alisson back in the squad ahead of their UEFA Champions League game away at Girona on Tuesday, Afrosport reports. The Brazilian shot stopper has been out of action since the end of September with a hamstring inquiry and has missed 12 competitive games. Caoimhin Kelleher has stood between the sticks in Aliason's absence but the former AS...

David Coote: PGMOL suspends referee amid Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp viral video

PGMOL sack Premier League referee David Coote with immediate effect

Embattled Premier League referee David Coote has been sacked by the league’s Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following an investigation into his conduct, Afrosport reports. Coote was suspended by the PGMOL last month after a video surfaced on social media showing him making derogatory remarks about Liverpool and their former manager Jurgen Klopp, with the Football Association also launching its own investigation. The 42-year-old was,...

Vinicius, Rodri headline final shortlist for FIFPRO Men’s World XI

Vinicius Junior and Rodri have been named in the star-studded FIFPRO Men’s World XI released on Monday, Afrosport reports. Vinicius and Rodri, who both battled for the 2024 Ballon d’Or honours, headline a shortlist that included six players from Real Madrid, four from Manchester City, and one from Liverpool. The FIFPRO Men’s World XI is voted for by fellow professional footballers, with over 21,000 men's football...

‘Chelsea are not ready’ – Maresca responds to Premier League title contention claims

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has shut down claims about his team being title contenders despite the impressive season they are having under his watch, Afrosport reports. The Blues put in another solid performance as yet came from defeat to defeat London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 4-3 away from home on Sunday. Chelsea are currently second just four points off league leaders Liverpool who have a game In...

UCL: Real Madrid boss Ancelotti calls for support of Mbappe after subpar display against Liverpool

Ancelotti insists Mbappe’s Real Madrid form will improve

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes Kylian Mbappe's form will improve after netting in the 3-0 La Liga win over Girona at the weekend, Afrosport reports. The Frenchman is experiencing a difficult start to life with the Spanish champions and despite having a decent goal scoring record, his on-field performances have been far from perfect. Madrid are struggling in the Champions League this season term having...