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Al Hilal agrees to terminate Neymar's contract; Santos return imminent

In August 2023, Neymar made the switch to Al-Hilal, joining other football stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in the lucrative Saudi Pro League.

From Khusanov to Evra: Worst debuts in the Premier League over the years

Khusanov's City debut quickly turned into a nightmare. Within the first five minutes, Khusanov mistimed a header, leading to a loose ball that Chelsea capitalized on, taking the lead.

Lionel Messi to India confirmed? When will Argentina come to play in India?

In addition to a friendly match, Messi is expected to spend 20 minutes on a public stage to interact with his fans in Kerala.

LaLiga: Mbappe scores first hat trick for Real Madrid; Atletico held

Kylian Mbapp tucked the ball under his shirt as he raised both hands to return the applause to the Real Madrid fans who savored his first hat trick for his new club. The France star had just led a 3-0 victory at struggling Valladolid that extended Madrid's lead of La Liga on Saturday, keeping it in position to retain the title just after the midway point of the campaign. Gone was the inconsistent play and missed penalties from Mbapp during his first months with Madrid following his move from Paris Saint-Germain. The France captain has started pouring in goals with back-to-back multi-goal games and has Madrid in pole position with Atletico Madrid and Barcelona stalled. I'm very happy for the hat trick but even happier for the win, Mbapp said in fluent Spanish. It was very important to win after Atletico's result because that gave us a bit more pressure to take advantage of it. Madrid's fourth straight triumph in the league combined with Atletico Madrid's 1-1 draw with Villarreal let

Manchester City vs Chelsea Premier League live match time and streaming

Chelsea have had their own struggles but managed to get back on track with a vital 3-1 win over Wolves on Monday - their first league triumph since Christmas.

Transfer News: Man United, Arsenal and Liverpool eye signings in January

With just days left in the transfer window, clubs are scrambling to finalize their deals, making for an exciting finish to the winter window.

Feyenoord fans banned from Champions League match in Lille due to violence

Feyenoord supporters have been banned by French authorities from traveling to Lille for next week's final Champions League group game between the two clubs. In an order published Wednesday, France's interior ministry said there was a real and serious risk of confrontation between fans of the two teams. Lille hosts Feyenoord on Jan. 29 at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. The French authorities said Feyenoord's travels are often marred by public order disturbances due to the violent behavior of certain supporters or individuals claiming to be supporters of this team, and they cited several examples of fan violence. Justifying its decision, the ministry added that 3,600 fans 500 of whom were identified as being dangerous had planned to travel to Lille, although only 2,600 seats had been allocated to the Dutch club. Of the 1,000 supporters who have nevertheless planned to travel without a stadium admission ticket, it is feared that some will try to force their way into the stadium, it ...

Enrique faces Guardiola challenge as PSG meets Man City in UCL clash

Luis Enrique credits Pep Guardiola with inventing arguably the perfect model of attacking soccer. He must now outwit him when Paris Saint-Germain faces Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday, in a match both teams must win to avoid the prospect of early elimination in the new-look format. It's a special game. Not just for the two teams but because I will come across a friend who I shared many great moments with as a player and a person, Enrique said on Tuesday through a translator. What brings us closer is our vision of football: To try and be better than the opponent on the ball, to constantly press the opponent. We can fine-tune our game but we have a similar way of seeing things. Guardiola rose to fame as a coach during a glory era for Barcelona, winning the Champions League twice and multiple other trophies. Guardiola's sides hypnotized opponents with a pulsating brand of attacking soccer led by Lionel Messi that was the envy of Europe. Guardiola then turned City

Serie A: Dumfries shines vs Empoli as Inter closes the gap with Napoli

Inter Milan's goals are coming from an unusual source. Defender Denzel Dumfries was again on target on Sunday as Inter beat lowly Empoli 3-1 to keep pace with Serie A leader Napoli. Inter captain Lautaro Martnez netted the opener to help the Nerazzurri move to within three points of Napoli, which won 3-2 at third-placed Atalanta on Saturday. Inter has a match in hand. Inter found it hard to get past a resolute Empoli defense but Lautaro broke the deadlock in stunning fashion 10 minutes into the second half when he curled a powerful shot into the top right corner from 20 yards (metres). Dumfries headed in Inter's second in the 79th for his fourth goal in five matches. Sebastiano Esposito held up his hands in apology after pulling one back for Empoli four minutes later. The 22-year-old who has been in prolific form with 10 goals this season is on loan at Empoli from Inter. Marcus Thuram sealed the result with one minute remaining. Empoli remained a point above the drop zone. La

Ligue 1: Marseille draws with Strasbourg; Saint-Etienne, Nantes flounder

Second-placed Marseille lost further ground on leader Paris Saint-Germain by drawing 1-1 with Strasbourg in the French league. Facing a well-organised and lively visiting side on Sunday, Marseille struggled to develop its attacking moves in the first half and relied on a penalty converted by Mason Greenwood after the interval to secure a point. Marseille has a five-point lead over third-place Lille in the race for Champions League spots. It's now lagging nine points behind PSG, which won 2-1 at Lens on Saturday ahead of a crucial Champions League match against Manchester City on Wednesday. Emanuel Emegha made the most of Marseille's passivity to put the visitors in front in the 23rd minute. The Dutch forward was set up by the unmarked Andrey Santos in the back of the high defensive line and rushed toward goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, finishing off the move with a chipped finish. Strasbourg's intense press posed many problems for the hosts. Marseille played better in the second half an

Manchester United and Scotland football legend Denis Law dies aged 84

Denis Law, the Manchester United and Scotland great, has died. He was 84. The death of Law, the only Scottish player to win the Ballon d'Or, was announced by his family through United on Friday. In 2021 he was diagnosed with dementia. It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace, the statement read. We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Law is forever linked with Bobby Charlton and George Best, the three-pronged strike force that led United to English league titles in 1965 and '67 and the European Cup in 1968 a first for an English club. Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, United said in a statement. With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be

Transfer news: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia signs with French club PSG until 2029

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia completed his expected move from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain when he signed a deal until 2029 with the record 12-time French champion. French media earlier reported the 23-year-old Georgia forward was in Paris to have his medical check, and PSG confirmed the transfer in a statement late Friday. It's a dream to be here. I've heard a lot of very positive things about Paris Saint-Germain," Kvaratskhelia said. I feel immense pride in joining. No further information was given but L'Equipe estimated the transfer fee to be 70 million euros ($72 million) without bonuses. The move comes a day after he posted a farewell video to Napoli fans, who affectionately nicknamed him Kvaradona in homage to Argentina great Diego Maradona, the club's greatest ever player. Kvaratskhelia starred in Napoli's Serie A title-winning team in 2023. Napoli coach Antonio Conte confirmed last Saturday that Kvaratskhelia requested a move. PSG lost Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid in the offsea

Premier League Highlights: Amad's late heroics hand Man Utd 3-1 win

The 22-year-old winger from Ivory Coast had already established himself as a crucial player for United, and he delivered in the most dramatic of fashion.

Manchester United vs Southampton Premier League live time and streaming

Man United have been promising with their performances over a few weeks and will hope to avoid any upset when they host the Saints at Old Trafford this time.

How do football players get signed during the January transfer window?

According to FIFA, 2019 marked a record year for global transfer spending, with clubs investing a staggering $7.35 billion (£5.6bn/$8.15bn) in player acquisitions.

FA Cup: Jesus carried off on stretcher during 3rd round tie vs Man Utd

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus was carried off on a stretcher during the first half of the FA Cup match against Manchester United on Sunday. The Brazilian was hurt while attempting to tackle Bruno Fernandes as the United captain prepared to take a shot. Jesus immediately signaled to the bench that he was in pain and had his jersey over his head as he was taken off the field in the 40th minute, to be replaced by Raheem Sterling. The precise nature of the injury wasn't immediately clear.

FA Cup Round-up: Man United beat Arsenal on penalties; Spurs avoid scare

Tottenham endured the humiliation of being taken to extra time by Tamworth, an opponent nearly 100 places lower in English soccer's pyramid, before winning 3-0 and avoiding one of the biggest shocks in FA Cup history. Defending champion Manchester United also advanced from the third round by beating Arsenal 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Joshua Zirkzee converted the clinching penalty for United, which played from the 61st minute with 10 men following Diogo Dalot's sending-off. Four days after beating Premier League leader Liverpool 1-0 in the English League Cup semifinals, Tottenham's team of established internationals toiled against a group of part-time soccer players whose main jobs included bricklaying, selling zippers and being a financial advisor. A massive surprise was on when fifth-tier Tamworth forced extra time with the score 0-0, only for the hosts to concede an own-goal in the 101st minute and then strikes by Dejan Kulusevski and Brennan Johnson to disappoint

Real Madrid vs Barcelona Highlights: Barca thump Madrid 5-2 in cup final

Madrid entered the match hoping to bounce back from a 4-0 loss to Barcelona in October's La Liga Clasico. However, Barcelona dominated in Jeddah, leaving their arch-rivals frustrated.

Arsenal vs Man United FA Cup match HIGHLIGHTS: 10-men Manchester United beat Arsenal in penalties

United kept their title defence alive as they beat Arsenal 5-3 in penalties despite being a man down for almost 60 minutes

Real Madrid vs Barcelona Super Cup final live match time and streaming

Flick's squad has improved in terms of fitness in the new year, with Araujo and Andreas Christensen now available, but they are still missing long-term absentee Marc-Andre ter Stegen.