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FC Dallas M Paxton Pomykal undergoes knee surgery

FC Dallas midfielder Paxton Pomykal is recovering from knee surgery, with a recovery time of up to a year. Pomykal, 24, underwent a procedure Wednesday in Los Angeles to repair cartilage damage in his left knee, the team confirmed Thursday.

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Has the number one summer transfer target for Manchester City been revealed?

While Manchester City lick their wounds following last night’s UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid, it does appear that a busy summer may lie ahead for the world champions.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / 11 minutes ago

Not just Leao – Pioli hoping for more from Theo after subdued first leg

AC Milan know that they must win tonight against Roma to have a chance of reaching the Europa League semi-finals, and Stefano Pioli hopes to have arguably the two best outfield players in top form.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / 16 minutes ago

Allegri breaks down why Cagliari will be a complicated team to beat

Juventus manager Max Allegri has broken his silence on the significance of facing Cagliari as his team prepares to take on the Islanders this weekend. Juve finds themselves in a crucial phase where they must secure victories in every match, and their inability to overcome Torino in their last outing has undoubtedly dented their confidence.

Torino News / Football Italia / 8 minutes ago

Szczesny back for Juventus after surgery, Kean out

Wojciech Szczesny and Arkadiusz Milik are available to face Cagliari, but Juventus miss Moise Kean and Fabio Miretti. It is due to kick off at the Unipol Domus Arena on Friday at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).

Soccer News / Football Espana / 10 minutes ago

Interim RFEF President Pedro Rocha accused of lying to judge after document emerges

Interim RFEF President Pedro Rocha was due to be declared President this week if all had gone to plan, but instead he finds himself in potential legal trouble.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / 15 minutes ago

Inter Milan Won’t Win The Title On The Sofa – Lega Serie A Working On Post-Derby Schedule

The Lega Serie A are reportedly making plans to avoid a scenario where Inter Milan celebrate the Scudetto from the comfort of the sofa. The Nerazzurri currently sit on top of the table with 14 points separating them from their closest chasers who also happen to be their next opponents.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / 17 minutes ago

Milan to be backed by sold out away end vs. Roma but no corteo

AC Milan’s home leg against Roma was played in front of a sold out crowd at San Siro and tonight’s game at the Stadio Olimpico will be no different. Milan take on Roma tonight hoping for a comeback mission in order to secure passage to the semi-finals of the Europa League, after they lost the first leg 1-0 last week.

Soccer News / Football Espana / 15 minutes ago

Getafe escape punishment for racial abuse towards Sevilla defender Marcos Acuna

Getafe will not be punished for the racial abuse suffered by Sevilla left-back Marcos Acuna last month, after an appeal was successful. Los Azulones had initially been handed a three-match partial stadium closure, which involved the sector where the abuse came from being shut for three home gamss, as well as a €27k fine.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / 30 minutes ago

Manchester City appear to have several fitness concerns after last night’s defeat

Following last night’s heartbreaking Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid, there are several fitness concerns out of last night’s game for Manchester City.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / 7 minutes ago

Barcelona alternative to Rafael Marquez has not given up hope of replacing Xavi Hernandez

Barcelona appear to be headed towards appointing Barca Atletic manager Rafael Marquez to replace Xavi Hernandez this summer. However one of his rivals for the job is still intent on securing the hot seat at Camp Nou.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / 17 minutes ago

Two certainties and two doubts – Milan’s defence to be ‘restructured’

In their build-up to tonight’s second leg against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico, La Gazzetta dello Sport have spoken about the future of the defensive department for AC Milan.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / 12 minutes ago

Milan and Inter Reportedly Interested in Almeria Talent

Milan and Inter are keeping an eye on Marc Pubill, who has blossomed with Almeria this campaign. The 20-year-old has started almost every match when healthy after joining in a €5M move from Levante.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / 22 minutes ago

Real Madrid paid Manchester City the ultimate compliment at the Etihad

Although Real Madrid eliminated Manchester City from the UEFA Champions League at the quarter-final stage, the way Carlo Ancelotti’s side was set up paid the world champions the ultimate compliment.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / 38 minutes ago

Manchester City did all they could to beat Real Madrid but it wasn’t to be

As the final penalty from Antonio Rudiger beat Ederson to book Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League semi-final date with Bayern Munich, one thing was clear after 120 minutes of football at the Etihad.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 46 minutes ago

‘Wolves Won’t Make it Easy’: Manchester City Eyeing Summer Move for ‘Phenomenal’ Star

Manchester City could make a summer move for Rayan Ait-Nouri following his incredible 2023-24 season at Wolves. The Citizens are expected to add a new full-back to their ranks this summer.

Soccer News / Beyond Women's Sports / 3 minutes ago

2024 NWSL Attendance Report (Week 4 Update)

Follow along here at Beyond Women’s Sports for the weekly attendance updates in the NWSL. This is the fourth report for the 2024 season, as the regular season began on March 16.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / 1 minute ago

Chelsea to ‘challenge’ Napoli for signature of Victor Osimhen replacement

Chelsea are ironically set to challenge Napoli for the signature of a player that they want to replace Victor Osimhen with, according to a report today.

Soccer News / Sheff United Way / 8 minutes ago

Sheffield United and Burnley set to miss over a dozen players between them

The Premier League’s bottom club Sheffield United host second bottom Burnley on Saturday afternoon, and both sides come into this crucial fixture with injury concerns.

Aston Villa News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Cole Palmer’s ‘cold’ celebration at Chelsea explained

Cole Palmer’s journey from the bench at Manchester City to become a goal-scoring sensation at Chelsea has been remarkable. In the 2023-24 Premier League season, Palmer surpassed the 20-goal mark, making a resounding statement with his performances for the Blues.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Atalanta: ‘Remarkable’ Youngster Out for Weeks

Liverpool travel to Italy to face Atalanta in the second leg of their Europa League Quarter-Final clash. Extraordinarily, the first leg ended 3-0 to Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 12 minutes ago

How Bayern Munich broke Arsenal’s hearts after spirited display from Gunners

Bayern vs Arsenal match report Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal squad came away narrowly defeated in the second leg of the quarter finals last night after what was a heartbreaking defeat in Germany that see’s us knocked out of The Champions League for this season.

Jurgen Klopp News / Empire of the Kop / 5 minutes ago