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Transcript: Xabi Alonso’s Post-Match Press Conference Following Real Madrid’s Draw vs Girona

It was another disappointing away day for Real Madrid, who drew 1-1 with Girona. The third consecutive draw in La Liga keeps them in second place, one point behind Barcelona.

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Barcelona Get Bad News as PSG Willing to Pursue €35M-Rated Star

) Football Insider reports that PSG are keeping a close eye on Marcus Rashford’s situation at Barcelona. The French club is considering a move for the 28-year-old, who is on loan from Manchester United in Spain.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 30

Celtic’s Eighth Manager – Lou Macari never had a chance

After a brief interlude involving Frank Connor who goes down in history as the only undefeated Manager of Celtic (in three games) the Old Board amazed the world in going for Lou Macari.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / November 30

Manchester United preparing €80m offer for Real Madrid superstar

Real Madrid want to continue adding world class quality to their squad in 2026, but they could also lose a star player to the Premier League. Over the course of the season so far, there has been rumours of discontent in the Real Madrid first team squad.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 30

Celtic’s Seventh Manager – Liam Brady, clearly a rookie

Liam Brady’s years at Celtic Park were not good ones. Two full seasons and a bit in which not a trophy was won, not even a Final was reached while the club was frankly going to Hell.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 30

Manchester City could be poised to strike quickly in the January transfer window

Manchester City do appear to be in need of a player who can come in and score goals from the wing position. Jeremy Doku has made the left wing his own this season, and Omar Marmoush looks to be a backup for Erling Haaland at this stage of the season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 30

Kone complaint over Napoli winner against Roma: ‘Opportune for VAR’

Manu Koné believes VAR should’ve allowed the referee to evaluate the incident that led up to the Napoli winner against Roma. ‘It would’ve been opportune.’ The only goal of the game at the Stadio Olimpico was scored by David Neres on a rapid counter-attack.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 30

Celtic’s Sixth Manager – The manifestly likeable Davie Hay

Davie Hay was a very unfortunate Manager of Celtic. He had two successful and two unlucky seasons, his first and his last. It has also to be said that the two seasons in the middle were glorious at the end, but sometimes a little painful in the middle.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 30

David Neres explains Napoli celebration and assures he ‘never left’

David Neres gave a dryly comical response after his third goal in two Serie A games and unusual Napoli celebration, much to the amusement of teammate Vanja Milinkovic-Savic.

Marseille News / Football Espana / November 30

Xabi Alonso on Real Madrid struggles against Girona – 'It has not been enough'

Real Madrid are now without a win in three La Liga matches, as they drew 1-1 against a resilient Girona side at Montilivi. Kylian Mbappe struck in the second half to cancel out Azzedine Ounahi’s fine opener, but despite having momentum on their side in the closing stages, Los Blancos could not find a winning goal.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 30

Conte: ‘Napoli sent a message to ourselves, will always take time off in future’

Antonio Conte said Napoli ‘sent a message to ourselves’ with their 1-0 victory away to Roma in the Scudetto race, but revealed he will ‘always’ take time off in future to give everyone breathing room.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / November 30

Three Things We Learned From AC Milan vs Lazio: The Usual ‘Coincidence’

While a second defeat at San Siro was hardly a shocker, the narrow loss to AC Milan still left Lazio fans both furious and perplexed, not due to the scoreline, but due to the bewildering circumstances that made a mockery out of Italian football as a whole.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 30

Girona 1-1 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights as Los Blancos Drop More Points

Real Madrid dropped points for the third consecutive game in La Liga, held to a 1-1 draw by Girona. Los Blancos fell behind in the first half, but Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot in the second half.

Marseille News / Football Espana / November 30

Real Madrid player ratings against Girona: Forwards struggle in third successive La Liga draw

Real Madrid recorded a third La Liga draw in a row as they were held to a 1-1 stalemate by Girona at Montilivi. Could do little about Girona’s goal, but he did make a couple of very important stops to deny the Catalans what would have been a winner.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 30

Gasperini: ‘Roma didn’t play the way we wanted to, mistake on Napoli goal’

Gian Piero Gasperini had his say on what went wrong in the Napoli goal to defeat Roma, admitting they ‘didn’t play the way we wanted to’ in this Scudetto battle.

Empoli News / To The Lane And Back / November 30

Tottenham stars fear point of no return as fan tensions spark dressing-room crisis talks

A growing sense of unease is spreading through Tottenham Hotspur, and this time it isn’t just about results on the pitch. According to new reports, Spurs players have held internal discussions about what they believe is becoming a “critical issue”, a deepening disconnect between the squad and sections of the fanbase.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 30

Opinion: Arsenal kept title momentum alive in intense 1-1 Chelsea Clash

Arsenal did not lose or win today, they simply kept their momentum going following the important draw at Stamford Bridge. It would have been nice to take all three points against Chelsea, who remain six points behind The Gunners.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 30

Pep Guardiola approved ‘incredible’ manager touted to replace Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur

TTottenham Hotspur’s patience with Thomas Frank is wearing increasingly thin, and Saturday’s 2–1 defeat at home to Fulham may have pushed the situation closer to breaking point.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 30

'Rash' Caicedo costs Chelsea with crazy tackle – but two Blues can benefit now

Moises Caicedo’s dangerous tackle was rightly given a red card by VAR in today’s draw with Arsenal, and at full time Sky Sports had a good summary of the situation from their man on the ground, Nick Wright.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 30

Pundits discuss 'disappointing' decision from Chelsea star which has cost his team hugely

Chelsea’s much hyped game against Arsenal is being reduced to a pantomime after a first half red card for Moises Caicedo. The Ecuador star went in far too dangerously on Mikel Merino, and after a VAR review, the ref decided he had to send the midfielder off.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 30

Arne Slot just hinted he’s already made shock Mo Salah decision for Liverpool vs Sunderland

Arne Slot hinted he may keep Mo Salah on the bench for when Liverpool face Sunderland next week. The Merseysiders will take on Regis Le Bris’ in-form Black Cats in the Premier League next Wednesday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 30

‘The best feeling…’ – Isak remaining ‘humble’ after long-awaited league goal for Liverpool

Alexander Isak admitted that his first Premier League goal for Liverpool had been ‘a long time coming’ until it finally arrived on Sunday. Recalled to

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 30

‘Funny’ – Lewis Steele was amused by one second-half moment in cathartic Liverpool victory

Liverpool recorded a cathartic victory this afternoon as they got the better of West Ham at the London Stadium on a 2-0 scoreline. Alexander Isak opened

Real Sociedad News / To The Lane And Back / November 30

Former Real Madrid sensation high on Tottenham’s January wishlist; new striker also on the agenda

Tottenham Hotspur are already shaping up for a decisive January, and the club’s intentions couldn’t be clearer: Thomas Frank wants more firepower, more creativity, and more depth across the frontline.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 30

Amorim reveals why he shouted on Bruno Fernandes after his injury scare

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim offered a reassuring update on the condition of his captain, Bruno Fernandes. The Red Devils were in dire need of a victory following their shambolic display against Everton on Monday evening.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 30

'Epitome of a proper United player' – Journo praises Man United star for influential performance

Journalist Samuel Luckhurst has praised the performance of Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes against Crystal Palace. Man United came back from a goal down to win 2-1 against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / November 30

Forget Bruno & Zirkzee – Man Utd owe comeback to ‘superb’ Red who kept them in the match

Manchester United had a woeful first half against Crystal Palace, but things could have been worse if it wasn’t for Luke Shaw. The Red Devils are looking to make amends following Monday’s shocking display against Everton.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 30

'Looked off it all afternoon' – Journo names Man United star struggling against Palace

Sky Sports journalist William Bitibiri has criticised the performance of Manchester United defender Leny Yoro against Crystal Palace. The Red Devils are currently losing against Palace at Selhurst Park, thanks to a penalty scored by Jean-Phillipe Mateta.