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Hello everyone. Welcome to MARCA in English’s live blog of today’s Champions League play-off draw 2025/26. We’ll bring you the latest updates as the final round brackets are decided in Nyon, Switzerland. This is a pivotal moment in the European football calendar and the start of the most unpredictable and exciting period of the season. The second season of the revamped “Swiss Model” league, in which 36 teams compete at the same table, has concluded, with the top eight teams already qualifying directly for the round of 16, and the 16 teams from 9th to 24th awaiting their fate in…

Raheem Sterling’s contract with Chelsea has been terminated and Tottenham are currently considering a move for the forward, who played for two of their London rivals.Raheem Sterling is currently a free agent with a number of clubs considering a move (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)Tottenham are considering a move for Raheem Sterling after his contract with Chelsea was brought to an early end on a mutual buyout, giving him more room to explore the market.The former Manchester City man suffered a notable death in recent years, leaving him frozen in west London. He has not played since…

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) – Liverpool’s defensive worries increased on Friday when right-back Jeremy Frimpong was ruled out for several weeks with a muscular injury.The Dutch international, who has dealt with a number of injuries in his first season at Anfield, returned early in Liverpool’s 6-0 win over Qarabag in the Champions League on Wednesday. Midfielder Wataru Endo joined in his place.”He’s going to be out for a few weeks, but it’s not as bad as we expected him to be out,” manager Arne Slott said of Frimpong, who was signed in the offseason and was expected to be out for…

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Right back Alex Freeman, a candidate for this year’s U.S. World Cup squad, was transferred from Major League Soccer’s Orlando City to Spain’s Villarreal on Thursday.a 21-year-old son of former All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Freeman.Alex made his debut for the U.S. national team in May against Türkiye. while getting play time Sergiño Dest has regained his health Freeman played 13 international games after tearing his ACL. Scored 2 goals in a friendly match against Uruguay in November.Freeman finished third in the voting. United States Soccer Federation Male Player of the Year Award.He played his first MLS…

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) – The San Jose Earthquakes on Thursday acquired forward Timo Werner from German club Red Bull Leipzig, signing him to a designated player contract through June 2028 in one of the largest acquisitions in MLS club history.Werner, 29, is pending a visa and International Transfer Certificate before signing a contract, but has enjoyed a glittering career that saw him play for Stuttgart, Chelsea and Tottenham on loan, helping them win trophies in the Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup.He also played 57 international games for Germany, scoring 24 goals.”Coming to America…

Real Madrid are enduring one of the most difficult seasons in recent years. Alvaro Arbeloa replaced Xabi Alonso on the bench, but it was not enough to change the dynamics of a team that has been disappointing in all competitions. Los Blancos’ campaign is heading towards failure, as they were eliminated from the Copa del Rey, finished second in La Liga and finished outside the top eight of the UEFA Champions League.At Valdebebas, we recognize that the problem goes beyond tactics. This team is marked by egos, individualism and a lack of cohesion that is exposed in key moments. As…

The tragic death of Alexander Saracho at the age of 19 in Capiata, Paraguay, prompted his football club, Club 30 de Agosto, to come together and organize a unique memorial.16:43, January 29, 2026Updated January 29, 2026 16:49Coffin of soccer player killed in accident used by teammates for ‘last goal’A heartbroken football club has come together to deliver a unique send-off after the tragic death of their teenage captain. Alexander Zaracho died at the age of 19 in Capiata, Paraguay.The soccer player was a passenger on a motorbike when he was allegedly hit by a speeding driver. He was hospitalized for…

LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a year when all eyes are on the U.S. men’s team and this summer’s World Cup, the women’s team is preparing for its 2027 turn.The United States concluded its January training camp with wins over Paraguay and Chile as it prepares for the Women’s World Cup qualifiers in Brazil in November. The team will rely heavily on familiar faces such as Trinity Rodman, Naomi Girma and Lindsay Heaps as they look to add a fifth World Cup title to their collection, but coach Emma Hayes has expanded her squad. of camp focus And the two…

○A blow doesn’t mean defeat, at least that’s what former Real Madrid manager and current team executioner Jos Mourinho believes.Under the Portuguese coach, Benfica defeated Merengues 4-2 in their final league match at the Estadio da Luz. However, ‘The Special One’ still believes that Lubalo Arbeloa’s team can become Champions League winners. Kylian Mbapp looks at Jos Mourinho and gestures after scoring against BenficaMourinho predicts Real Madrid’s futureThe 63-year-old coach led the white team from 2010 to 2013, winning the Copa del Rey, La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup. But on Wednesday, he played against his former team and…

Manchester United are exploring potential deals in the January transfer window, but one rival club is set to void two transfers for Michael Carrick’s side before the deadline.January 29, 2026, 17:26Updated January 29, 2026 17:28Manchester United are reportedly targeting Mohamed Kader Meite (Image: Photo by DAMIEN MEYER/AFP via Getty Images)Manchester United are expected to lose two transfer targets to Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal. United remained quiet in the January transfer window, with the club preferring to wait until the summer to make a move when a new long-term manager has been appointed, an approach that has seen two players taken…