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BRUGES, Belgium (AP) — Club Brugge has changed managers two days before hosting first-place Arsenal in the Champions League. Brugge announced on Monday the appointment of former manager Ivan Leko. He returned from Gent to replace Nicky Hayen and the club thanked him for “his hard work”.Leko led Brugge to the Belgian league title in 2018 in his first two years at the club, where he played from 2005 to 2009. Hayen leaves with the team in 26th place in the Champions League standings and battling for a top-24 finish to qualify for the knockout stages for the second year…
A woman who sent former Tottenham star Son Heung-min an ultrasound photo of a baby she claimed was hers tried to blackmail him out of the equivalent of £153,000.December 8, 2025 18:06Updated December 8, 2025 18:07Son Heung-min targeted in blackmail scheme(Image: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)A woman who threatened former Tottenham star Son Heung-min has been sentenced to four years in prison. The woman, identified only as Mr Yang, was charged with extorting 300 million won (about £153,000) by claiming to be pregnant with Mr Song’s child.In 2024, Yan sent the current Los Angeles FC forward an ultrasound photo of a baby…
WREXHAM, Wales (AP) – Wrexham’s celebrity owners have sold a minority stake in the fast-growing soccer club to U.S.-based private equity firm Apollo Sports Capital.The deal, whose terms were not disclosed but was announced on Monday, includes Apollo’s investment in the redevelopment of the stadium and surrounding area in the small Welsh city of Wrexham, which has become famous for its eponymous soccer club since it was purchased in 2021 by American actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mack, who helped produce a popular documentary about Wrexham’s stadium.Wrexham is Wales’ oldest club, founded in 1864. 3 consecutive promotions This season in…
THey, I want to steal your shine.” Endrik is having the most complicated days since arriving at Real Madrid. The young Brazilian striker, destined to be one of the great stars of the future, is having a difficult time not being part of Xabi Alonso’s plans (he has played just 11 minutes so far this season). In the midst of all this turmoil, and with the youngster likely to leave the club in the winter transfer window, his father has resurfaced on social media. To justify my son’s situation at the club.It’s not the first time something like this has…
The Liverpool manager used a recent press conference to respond to the Egyptian’s criticism after Mohamed Salah accused him of throwing Arne Slott under the bus.December 8, 2025, 18:49Updated December 8, 2025 19:35Arne Slott breaks his silence on Mohamed Salah’s provocative post-match interview(Image: ANP)Arne Slott admitted he was “surprised” to hear Mohamed Salah criticize the Liverpool manager in his sensational post-match interview at the weekend. With pressure already mounting on the slot, Salah threw several verbal grenades at the Dutchman.After the Reds drew 3-3 at Leeds United with Salah not coming on as a substitute, Liverpool’s No. 11 marched into…
Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool is in doubt after explosive comments about the club and manager Arne Slott. Saudi Arabia has now emerged as a potential destination for the player.The Egyptian remained on the bench for Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United on Saturday night, making it his third consecutive Premier League substitute appearance. He also finished second in the three games in which he did not get playing time.Afterwards, Salah did not mince words in an explosive interview with reporters. “I don’t know what to say,” Salah said.”It’s kind of funny, I couldn’t believe it. It’s a disappointing result…
A South Korean woman who blackmailed former Tottenham Hotspur soccer player Son Heung-min, who currently plays for MLS side Los Angeles FC, has been sentenced to four years in prison. A 20-year-old boy, whose surname was revealed to be Yan, was found guilty of extortion for claiming to be pregnant.Son Heung-min appeared as a witness in a closed-door trial last November and testified against Yang, who was accused of extorting 300 million won (approximately $205,000) from a soccer player in June.Lionel Messi and Thomas Muller share unexpected verbal exchange during MLS finalThe incident allegedly occurred after Yang sent for an…
Belgian soccer legend Glen de Boeck has tragically passed away at the age of 54. The esteemed player, who won 36 caps for Belgium during his glittering career, suffered a severe brain haemorrhage and was in a coma for three days. He collapsed at home on Friday and was immediately taken to Antwerp University Hospital.Sadly, the damage was too great for him to recover from. His family confirmed the former defender passed away on Sunday night surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by two daughters, Beau and Caro.De Boeck started his career with local club FC Boom before moving…
ZURICH (AP) – FIFA has announced that there will be three-minute hydration breaks before and after every match at next year’s soccer tournaments. world cupNot just those played in hot climates.Regardless of the temperature, the host country (U.S., Canada, Mexico), or whether the stadium has a roof or air conditioning, the referee will stop the game 22 minutes into the first half to allow the players to get something to drink.This change could also be popular with broadcasters as it will make game schedules more predictable. FIFA said the matter was first announced when Manolo Zubirria, the governing body for…
IInter Miami made history by winning the MLS Cup last weekend, and Lionel Messi continues to develop after leaving Europe to join David Beckham’s team in this project. The Argentine was full of praise for this new achievement, renewing his contract a few months ago and making it clear that he is still far from retirement and wants to achieve even more goals.Ever since Messi arrived at Inter Miami, the club began to attract the attention of the whole world, as the pressure of having the best players in the world was great. And now, winning an MLS title means…