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Mourinho Clarifies Real Madrid Rumors
Meknes – José Mourinho has finally spoken out about the persisting media reports linking him to the Real Madrid job as the top candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa. In a recent interview with the Italian newspaper Il Giornale, the Portuguese coach was asked about rumors linking him to Real Madrid or Juventus. Citing the interview, Mundo Deportivo reported on Wednesday that Mourinho dismissed the idea of leaving Benfica this summer, reaffirming his commitment to his current role at the helm...
Nottingham Forest 1-0 Aston Villa: Chris Wood penalty seals win in Europa League semi-final opener
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'Just feel fired up!' - Hamilton sends message for F1 resumption
Lewis Hamilton says he is "fired up" for the resumption of the 2026 Formula 1 season as Ferrari bid to start closing the gap to championship leaders Mercedes.After a bruising 2025 campaign, Ferrari had begun F1's new era of rules in more promising fashion prior to the sport's enforced April break and recorded podium finishes, once with Hamilton and twice with Charles Leclerc, in the year's opening three races.
Kenya’s Sawe hailed at State House after historic marathon
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome from President William Ruto.
Shakhtar 1-3 Crystal Palace: Ismaila Sarr scores fastest goal as Eagles close in on Conference League final
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Champions Hull KR thrash Cas to extend fine run
Champions Hull KR thrash Cas to maintain fine runImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Hull KR lost three of their first four games this season before finding formByTom RostanceBBC Sport journalistPublished14 minutes ago3 CommentsBetfred Super LeagueHull KR (34) 50Tries: Lawton 2, Amone, Davies 3, Hadley, Lewis, Burgess Goals: Martin 7Castleford Tigers (0) 6Tries: Mapapalangi Goals: AsiReigning champions Hull KR completed a 100% winning run in April by demolishing Castleford 50-6 at Craven Pa...
Moment of madness and VAR intervention gives Nottingham Forest the edge over Aston Villa
NOTTINGHAM FOREST 1-0 ASTON VILLA: In a tense affair it was a moment of madness from Lucas Digne which allowed Chris Wood to nudge the hosts ahead prior to next week's return leg
Late Drama and Away Success: Union Touarga and DHJ Claim Important Wins
In the first encounter, Union Touarga claimed a dramatic 2-1 win against Olympic Dcheira. The match kept its suspense until the final whistle. Olympic Dcheira took the lead in the 47th minute by Ibrahim Amzili. However, Union Touarga responded with Younes Dahmani’s goal in the 83rd minute, even after two goals for the hosts had been ruled out earlier in the game. Just when the match seemed to be heading for a draw, Yassine Zraa snatched victory in the stoppage time (90+5), scoring a dramatic win...
Infantino Backs New Disciplinary Rules: Unauthorized Exit Means Red Card
Rabat – FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently discussed new changes to FIFA’s rules, emphasizing the urgent need to improve respect and discipline within football. During the FIFA Congress today, Infantino stated that the organization wants to stop wasting time and focus on professional behavior. He announced that any player who leaves the field without the referee’s permission will now receive a red card. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) officially approved this ru...
FC Barcelona Considers Morocco for High-Profile Summer Friendly
Meknes – Barcelona are reportedly reviewing a proposal to play a friendly match in Morocco this summer. According to Mundo Deportivo, this is an option that would mark the team’s first return to the country since 2018. The board is also considering a separate offer to play a game in Nairobi, Kenya. Both matches are being discussed as the club finalizes its schedule for the upcoming pre-season. Opponents and planning Although the opponents are not yet confirmed, Barcelona could face L...
Strand Larsen punishes Shakhtar Donetsk to put Crystal Palace in driving seat
Keep this up and Crystal Palace’s European adventure could end in yet another trophy for Oliver Glasner. Four years ago it was Daichi Kamada who scored the winning goal for Glasner’s Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final against West Ham and the Japan midfielder again provided the crucial moment here before setting up the substitute Jørgen Strand Larsen to ensure Palace will head into next week’s second leg with a two-goal advantage.But they will know that this t...
Chris Wood gives Nottingham Forest narrow semi-final edge over Aston Villa
There was a sheepish look on Lucas Digne’s face and for the Portuguese referee, João Pinheiro, it was a case of reviewing whether the ball was out of play and not if the Aston Villa defender had handled inside the box. Even Digne wouldn’t dispute that bit. Digne naively raised both hands, presuming the ball would bounce out of play, but Omari Hutchinson kept the phase alive and Nottingham Forest were presented with a chance to strike the first blow in this Europa League semi-final.Chris Wood mad...
Premier League predictions: Another 1-0 to the Arsenal?
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Wood penalty gives Forest slender semi-final lead after VAR drama
Chris Wood’s penalty for Nottingham Forest gives them a 1-0 advantage over Aston Villa following the first leg of their Europa League semi-final – after VAR drama at the City Ground.Lucas Digne was adjudged to have handballed inside the penalty box, despite the officials initially awarding a goal-kick to Villa. Replays showed that the ball was still in play when Omari Hutchinson hooked the ball against the Frenchman's stray arm.
Sarr makes history as Palace earn first-leg advantage in ECL semi-final
Crystal Palace earned a 3-1 advantage to take back to south London in the first leg of their Europa Conference League semi-final against Shakhtar Donetsk. Palace, in pursuit of a second major trophy under Oliver Glasner, raced into the lead in the first 21 seconds when Ismaila Sarr combined neatly with Jean-Philippe Mateta to sweep into the far corner - making Sarr the joint top scorer in the competition and owner of the record-fastest goal.
Hull KR score 50 in nine-try rout of Castleford
Hull KR displayed no sympathy for patched-up Castleford as the defending champions ran in nine tries to rout the Tigers 50-6 and move up to third in Betfred Super League.Castleford are in the midst of an injury crisis and four players who joined this week - Tyler Dupree, Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e, Tom Nicholson-Watton and Brad Dwyer - all made their debuts at Craven Park.
Can LIV Golf work without the Saudi billions? Sports investors predict a ‘free fall’
The Saudi Public Investment Fund is out, which means LIV Golf is on the market. But the league faces one giant hurdle as it holds on for dear life: Are private investors actually interested?“The league is in free fall,” says one long-time American sports investor, who has direct knowledge of LIV’s efforts.Advertisement
Nottingham Forest 1 Aston Villa 0 - Why did Digne put his arm up? How good was Martinez's save?
Nottingham Forest have beaten Aston Villa 1-0 in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final.A relatively chanceless first-half was lit up by a remarkable save from Emiliano Martinez from Igor Jesus in the 33rd minute. The second half was not an immediate improvement, although Morgan Rogers saw a shot saved by Stefan Ortega.Advertisement
Trumps says Iran can play at World Cup in US after FIFA confirmation
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has said Iran will play their World Cup matches, leading to agreement from US President.
Colapinto reflects on ‘dream’ road show in Buenos Aires
Franco Colapinto recently became the first Argentinian to drive an F1 car on the streets of Buenos Aires.