Zlatan Ibrahimovic was called up to the Sweden national team to participate in the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Belgium and Azerbaijan, despite his participation in only three matches this season. The 41-year-old has had an injury-damaged campaign after recovering from knee surgery last May. But the veteran forward is set to return to the national team for matches this month, when he could make his first international appearance since losing 2-0 to Poland in March last year. Sweden coach Jan Andersson said of Ibrahimovic’s return: “Zlatan has played three…
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Richarlison is upset about Tottenham’s minutes and says he was told he would start against Milan: ‘This season has been awful’
Tottenham Hotspur striker Richarlison says his season has been “sloppy” after not being given enough minutes on the pitch. The 25-year-old also said he was told he would start the Champions League last-16 second leg against AC Milan on Wednesday if he passed a fitness test – only to be left on the bench. Richarlison seemed to hit a ball against Antonio Conte, Tottenham coach, adding: “There was no explanation again. Let’s see what he tells us tomorrow.” The Brazilian was introduced in the 70th minute against AC Milan but…
Read MoreReal Madrid and Ibrahim Diaz are close to agreeing to extend the contract
Brahim Diaz is close to signing a new contract with Real Madrid that will keep him at the club until 2027. The 23-year-old, currently on loan at Milan, has 18 months left on his current contract. but the athlete It could reveal that both the club and the player have reached an agreement in principle to extend it for a further two years. Diaz joined the club from Manchester City in 2019, and played 21 matches in all competitions, scoring two goals during that period. He moved on loan to…
Read MoreIs Olivier Giroud really still under appreciated?
It seemed to take a while for Olivier Giroud, still wincing after his awkward landing, to register what he had achieved. Ousmane Dembele and Antoine Griezmann picked him up from the turf and were all smiles, ruffling that pristine quiff. Benjamin Pavard and Adrien Rabiot gave him congratulatory slaps on the back of his head. Theo Hernandez and Kylian Mbappe, the most glittering of providers, wrapped their arms around him before the rest of the team trotted over to bury France’s joint record scorer in a joyous huddle. Didier Deschamps…
Read MoreArsenal and Liverpool compete in the Dubai Championship during the World Cup break
Arsenal and Liverpool meet Lyon and Milan next month in preparation for the return of the domestic season after the World Cup. The Premier League duo will participate in the Dubai Super Cup during the break as all matches will be played at Al Maktoum Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s team will travel to Dubai for a warm-weather training camp before facing Lyon on December 8 at 7.30pm (local time) and Milan on December 13 at 6pm. However, they will not play for Liverpool during the tournament. Liverpool will face Lyon on…
Read MoreAC Milan: back in action and where they belong in the Champions League knockout stages
Clarence Seedorf stood on the side of the court at the San Siro on Wednesday night. Mr Champions League has been integrated into Amazon Prime Italy’s coverage of the competition this season, which is a no-brainer if someone considers his unique status as the only footballer to have won it with three different clubs. The 46-year-old Dutchman was a member of the last of Milan’s great teams, a throwback to those that reached the finals in Manchester, Istanbul and Athens, and was a cerebral presence in the imposing midfield alongside…
Read MoreWhat is the date of the draw for the round of sixteen for the European Champions League?
After the intense Champions League group stage, the teams that qualified for the knockout stage will find out their fate in the Round of 16 next week. There are a few notable absentees from the lottery, with a few surprising additions taking their place. Here’s everything you need to know about the lottery. When and where is the Champions League round of 16 draw? The draw for the Round of 16 will take place at 11 AM GMT (12 PM CET, 6 AM EST) on Monday, 7 November. The UEFA…
Read MoreStefano Pioli signs a new three-year contract at Milan
AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli has committed his future to the Serie A champions by signing a new deal until June 2025. Pioli, 57, has been linked with struggling Juventus in Serie A but has now ended any speculation about his future. The Italian led AC Milan to win its first Italian title in 11 years last season. Milan finished two points behind city rival Inter to finish the season as champions. In a club statement on Monday, Milan said: “Milan is pleased to announce the extension of Stefano Pioli’s…
Read MoreWho can get out and out of the Champions League this week?
Teams reached the halfway point in the Champions League group stage after each played three matches at their tables. Some are stronger than others, and there’s still plenty to play for as we progress toward figuring out the ultimate winners and losers for each group. However, there are teams that can qualify for the knockout stages of the competition if certain results occur during the evening of Tuesday and Wednesday. Athletic took a look at who could qualify and exit the Champions League group stage this week. Group A Napoli…
Read MoreJuventus and Allegri’s struggles continue as Spalletti and Gasperini take center stage
A different coach has won the Serie A in each of the past four years. A different team has been crowned champions in each of the past three seasons. On the other hand, this is a reminder of Italy’s deep strength in the artistic field. On the other hand, it highlights the renewed domestic competitiveness. Serie A is down to the last day in May, and I look at the table now, I can’t be the only one scratching my head, thinking who’s going to celebrate the Scudetto in June.…
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