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Gianluca Prestiani has been suspended for six games by UEFA for “discriminatory, i.e. homophobic, conduct”. The decision was announced by the European governing body’s Administration, Ethics and Disciplinary Committee on Friday, after it launched an investigation into Benfica’s players over an incident during a youth league game against Real Madrid on February 17. UEFA has asked FIFA to extend the suspension worldwide, as the player may not be able to participate in the World Cup.The file was made public after an investigation by UEFA Ethics and Discipline Inspectors, which flagged possible discriminatory behavior by Argentine footballers at the Lisbon club.…
Enzo Maresca has been floated as a candidate to replace Josep Guardiola at Manchester City. Chelsea sacked the Italian in January after 18 months in charge.Enzo Maresca could become Manchester City’s next manager (Image: Getty Images)Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is said to be the overwhelming favorite to replace Josep Guardiola at Manchester City. The west London club sacked Maresca, 46, in January after 18 months at the helm.City are already preparing the ground for Guardiola’s departure, with speculation mounting that the Spaniard could leave at the end of this season despite having one year left on his contract. Maresca…
Former Premier League manager Chris Hughton has revealed that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The 67-year-old has managed Newcastle, Norwich and Birmingham before taking Brighton to the Premier League for the first time in their history.However, in April 2025, Hughton was informed that he had prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK, with more than 64,000 men diagnosed with the disease each year. Mr Hughton opened up about his diagnosis in an interview with the Daily Mail and revealed he was unfazed by the news.Of the diagnosis, he said, “Was it a…
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Brazil forward Estevao’s World Cup hopes are in doubt after it was confirmed Friday that he will miss the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.It is unclear whether the Chelsea player will recover in time for the tournament, which runs from June to July. Chelsea caretaker manager Callum McFarlane did not say when Estevao will recover from the injury sustained in the first half of last week’s game against Manchester United.”Estebao will unfortunately be out for a short period of time and will not be playing for us this season, which is a real…
Paul Pogba, who is currently a Monaco player after serving an 18-month ban for doping, has revealed on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast why he divorced Jose Mourinho during their time at Manchester United. The 33-year-old French midfielder claims Mourinho exploded after being questioned constantly about his injury problems and his future at Old Trafford.I don’t want to be rude, but I have no problem with any coach. I always respect them. That’s the truth. they are the bosspaul pogbaPaul Pogba returned to Manchester United in 2016 for a fee of over €100m, but Mourinho left the Red Devils’ bench…
Jose Mourinho is reportedly the frontrunner to become Real Madrid’s next manager, with current manager Alvaro Arbeloa suggesting he will not be appointed as permanent manager.Kylian Mbappe appears to support Jose Mourinho’s possible return (Image: Zed Jameson/Anadolu via Getty Images)Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa insists he is not upset after Kylian Mbappe liked an Instagram post that appeared to support Jose Mourinho’s potential return. Arbeloa, 43, has been in charge since January, but it is unclear whether the Spanish giants will retain him next season or return to his role in the academy.Speculation has increased in recent days that Real…
Manchester United’s mid-season resurgence owes much to the number of summer signings they have strengthened under Michael Carrick.It’s not often people praise the Red Devils’ additions or credit them with helping to spearhead any kind of resurgence, but the new addition up front and the little-known goalkeeper they signed last summer were hugely important.United have spent over £200m and while that spending is nothing new, it is unusual for so many signings to be such a hit. Benjamin Sesco, Matheus Cunha and Brian Mbeumo have all joined to form a new look forward line.Mbuemo is probably United’s best player this…
This week brought news that the BBC’s long-running show Football Focus will be cancelled, more than half a century after it first hit our screens. The Beeb cited “changes in viewer behavior” as a key factor in a statement confirming the decision to end the show. Football Focus has had a number of hosts over its long run, with Dan Walker and Alex Scott most recently serving as regular hosts. However, with reports of a decline in viewership in 2023, the two sides were at odds over the future of the program.”It’s tough to see Football Focus struggle,” said Walker,…
ROME (AP) — Claudio Ranieri followed by his resignation as special advisor to Rome. Discord with director Gian Piero Gasperini.”AS Roma has confirmed that its relationship with Claudio Ranieri has ended,” the club said in a statement on Friday. “The club would like to thank Claudio for his huge contribution to Roma. He has guided the team through a very difficult period and we will continue to be grateful for his efforts.”Ranieri, 74, resigned as Roma manager at the end of last season, and despite a good performance, the team missed out on Champions League qualification by one point. He…
CRistiano Ronaldo’s former personal chef has revealed the “unnatural” drinks that the current Al Nasr footballer has banned from his diet, as well as revealing the secret behind the Portuguese player’s muscular physique at 41 years old and 11 years biologically younger.Long life and high performance are no coincidence. They are built through daily practical recovery. It’s no secret. it’s a routineCristiano Ronaldo”Longevity and high performance are not a coincidence. They are built through daily practical recovery. It’s no secret. It’s a routine,” CR7 recently shared on Instagram to his more than 671 million followers.Giorgio Barone: “We don’t have milk.…