Marseille defeated Chauvigny 0-3 in Coupe de France. The fixture is part of the Round of 32 stage in the 2021 season. J. Brisard officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Chauvigny vs Marseille meeting in Coupe de France with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Chauvigny and Marseille. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
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Marseille defeated Chauvigny 0-3 in Coupe de France. The fixture is part of the Round of 32 stage in the 2021 season. J. Brisard officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Chauvigny vs Marseille meeting in Coupe de France with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Chauvigny and Marseille. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
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Arsenal’s new £75m signing Bruno Guimaraes (Picture: Getty) Paul Scholes has questioned new Arsenal signing Bruno Guimaraes and says Tottenham bought a ‘better player’ this summer. Brazilian midfielder Guimaraes was unveiled to Arsenal fans at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday following his £75m move from Newcastle United. Mikel Arteta identified Guimaraes as his top midfield target earlier in the summer and Arsenal finally made a breakthrough after weeks of negotiations with Newcastle. Scholes has never been blown away by Guimaraes but insists he could ‘make Arsenal a better football team’ as they attempt to retain the Premier League trophy. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. But the Manchester United legend says Guimaraes is not even the best midfield to leave Newcastle this summer as he views Sandro Tonali as a more complete player. Arsenal were one of several clubs to express interest in Tonali before Tottenham secured his signature in a club-record deal worth £100m. ‘I think Bruno Guimaraes will make Arsenal a better football team,’ Scholes said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast. Guimaraes during his Arsenal unveiling (Picture: Getty) ‘I don’t think the football we watched from them was great. You need midfield players to make your team play good football – is he going to do that enough for Arsenal? ‘I know they won the league but I don’t think they got the midfield right last season. ‘Maybe this is the answer to it but I do think Sandro Tonali is a better player, he’s got more legs about him. Man Utd legend Paul Scholes (Picture: YouTube) ‘I don’t think Bruno is amazing physically but he might be more suited to Arsenal.’ Arteta has high hopes for ‘warrior’ Guimaraes and believes the Brazilian can help Arsenal go to ‘the next level’. ‘I think he describes himself as a warrior,’ Arteta said. ‘I think he’s a warrior with a tremendous quality as well and intuition and leadership and charisma that is going to help us. https://www.instagram.com/p/Db30k_lxDIM/ ‘It is going to really ignite something different in the team. I’m delighted to have him. ‘We see very clearly – especially the energy that he brought immediately to the training ground – the hunger, the desire to come here and create a big history at the club. ‘That’s the ambition that we need. We want to go to the next level and are very, very much convinced that we’re going to need players with such a personality, desire and character to push everybody inside the organisation to go even higher.’ Tottenham summer signing Sandro Tonali (Picture: PA) Meanwhile, Tonali said it took ‘just 10 minutes’ to decide to join Tottenham after speaking to new Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi. ‘Honestly, I spoke with another team [also],’ Tonali admitted. ‘When you speak with a team, the first impression is a big thing and my impression was very positive. ‘When you are happy after a 10-minute chat, it’s everything, everything is perfect. ‘I spoke with my wife – this was the first thing. We wanted to change our life, but not just for the city, we wanted to change everything. We spoke with two clubs. ‘I understood after 10, 15 minutes that Tottenham would be my next team.’ Spurs finished just two points above the relegation zone last season and kick-start their 2026-27 Premier League campaign against Brentford. Arsenal, meanwhile, begin their title defence against newly-promoted Coventry City next Friday night. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Tottenham attacking midfielder James Maddison has allayed concerns of an injury setback, insisting he is "feeling good" ahead of the 2026-27 season. The England international is yet to feature in any of the club's pre-season matches, after missing most of the 2025-26 campaign with an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained last August. Confirming his absence from Tottenham's pre-season tour in July, head coach Roberto de Zerbi said it was "not the right moment to take risks" with Maddison.
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven says he is "excited about what's to come" after signing a new long-term deal with Spurs. BBC Sport understands Van de Ven was considering his future in north London before the appointment of Roberto de Zerbi in March, which proved crucial in the 25-year-old's decision to extend his stay. "It's a special moment to sign a new deal and a proud moment for me and my family," said Van de Ven.
Gabriel Martinelli’s Arsenal future has become increasingly uncertain, with AS Roma joining the growing list of clubs exploring a summer move for the Brazilian winger. Martinelli remains involved with Mikel Arteta’s squad, but Arsenal’s attacking rebuild has created genuine questions over his long-term position. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on […] The post Talks held: Martinelli’s Arsenal exit looks possible after Euro giants open discussions appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The 2026-27 season is about to begin in Europe with the UEFA Super Cup 2026 being the first important trophy at stake, with the teams, date, venue, kickoff time, and prize money already set. The 2026-27 European club season is set to kick off following the 2026 World Cup, with the UEFA Super Cup representing the first official hardware up for grabs on the continent. Everything is locked in for the marquee matchup between the two continental champions, including kickoff time, stadium location, and financial purses. The UEFA Super Cup is the annual single-leg showcase pitting the reigning winners of Europe’s top two club competitions: the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League. First contested in 1973, the event has endured for over five decades, with Champions League victors holding a 30-20 historical edge over Europa League winners. Paris Saint-Germain enter as the Champions League representative after defeating Arsenal in the final, seeking to claim back-to-back Super Cup titles. On the other side, Aston Villa qualified as the Europa League champion after securing a decisive 3-0 victory over SC Freiburg in its final. When and where are PSG and Aston Villa facing each other? Following joint approval by European football governing bodies, the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa takes place on Wednesday, August 12, at 3:00 p.m. ET. With both Ligue 1 and the Premier League yet to start their domestic campaigns, this clash serves as the official 2026-27 opener for both clubs. ⚽️ Paris vs Aston Villa 📅 Wednesday 12 August ⌛️ 21:00 CET 🏟️ Stadion Salzburg#SuperCup pic.twitter.com/x6uPL3gdcK— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) August 10, 2026 The host venue is the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria. Opened in March 2003, the stadium hosted three group-stage fixtures during UEFA EURO 2008 and serves as the regular home of FC Red Bull Salzburg, an Austrian power with extensive European tournament experience. What is the UEFA Super Cup prize money? Following its Champions League triumph, PSG generated over €100 million across the entire tournament, while Aston Villa earned around €21.5 million during its successful Europa League run. However, as a standalone single-match exhibition, the Super Cup distributes a localized prize pool. Mirroring the distribution model of previous seasons, the 2026 UEFA Super Cup awards a base appearance fee of €4 million to both participating clubs. The club that lifts the trophy in Salzburg will claim an additional €1 million winner’s bonus. Who will referee the UEFA Super Cup? Somali referee Omar Artan has been appointed to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa. Coordinates through a joint refereeing development partnership between UEFA and CAF, Artan becomes the first African match official in history to lead the head crew in a UEFA Super Cup final. Artan generated global headlines in recent months after entry issues prevented him from officiating at the 2026 World Cup in the United States. In response, UEFA chose to recognize the referee’s elite credentials by entrusting him with one of the most prominent single-match finals on the European calendar.
Lionel Messi and Alexis Sanchez will be reuniting in the MLS as CF Montreal have reportedly landed the signing of the Chile legend. Lionel Messi‘s arrival in MLS in 2023 dramatically expanded the league’s global reach, paving the way for world-class international stars to follow in his footsteps. Now, one of Messi’s former teammates is set to join him in North America, as Alexis Sanchez reportedly closes in on a deal with CF Montreal. According to Chilean outlet El Deportivo of La Tercera, CF Montreal has finalized the signing of Sanchez, with only an official team announcement remaining. The veteran forward arrives in MLS as a free agent following the expiration of his contract with La Liga side Sevilla. Sevilla reportedly pursued a one-year extension to retain Sanchez, but the former Arsenal star elected to end his 18-year European career to embrace the new project in Canada. The Chile icon will fill CF Montreal’s second Designated Player roster slot alongside Spanish midfielder Ivan Jaime in a two-year deal until 2028. While the club has yet to issue a formal press release, final contract details are being wrapped up ahead of an official unveiling. On Monday, CF Montreal teased the arrival on social media, describing the acquisition as “one of the biggest names” in franchise history, while managing director Luca Saputo confirmed in a video clip that Sanchez will wear his signature No. 10 jersey. #🔟 pic.twitter.com/cxu9eOkJC7— CF Montréal (@cfmontreal) August 10, 2026 When could Messi and Sanchez face each other again? Lionel Messi and Alexis Sanchez were once dynamic attacking partners at FC Barcelona, sharing the locker room for three seasons between 2011 and 2014 before the Chilean forward departed for Arsenal. Since then, the two South American icons have clashed on numerous occasions in European competition and on the international stage, with a potential Major League Soccer matchup now on the horizon. The next scheduled meeting between Inter Miami and CF Montreal is set for Saturday, August 29, at Nu Stadium for the 2026 MLS. However, with Messi currently on leave in Argentina following the death of his father and Sanchez lacking match fitness after missing preseason training, fans may have to wait until next season to see the two star forwards square off on a North American pitch. Lionel Messi dominates the H2H against Alexis Sanchez While they built a formidable partnership in Barcelona, both legends have frequently found themselves on opposite sides of the pitch, competing in high-stakes club fixtures and intense South American rivalries. When examining the historical head-to-head record, Messi’s statistical dominance over Sanchez becomes immediately clear. Alexis Sanchez of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring with Lionel Messi. (David Ramos/Getty Images) Across 16 all-time meetings, Messi and Sanchez have faced off nine times in international matches between Argentina and Chile, alongside seven European club encounters. On the international stage, Messi has compiled six victories while three matches ended in draws, though two of those draws led to penalty shootout victories for Chile in the 2015 and 2016 Copa America finals. In European club competitions, the two met seven times, with Messi’s Barcelona emerging victorious against Sanchez during his stints at Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan. Messi claimed six wins in those seven matchups, with Sánchez’s sole victory coming during the 2022-23 Coupe de France, when Olympique Marseille earned a 2-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain.
Mika Godts was replaced in Ajax's starting lineup on Sunday amid talk of a move to Paris Saint-Germain, but he has clarified his absence. The post Late Ajax withdrawal had nothing to do with PSG links, says Godts appeared first on SoccerNews.
PSG are close to a “verbal agreement” to sign Ferran Torres from Barcelona, according to Fabrizio Romano. If you enjoy CaughtOffside coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. PSG are inching closer to a deal […] The post PSG “closing in” on €50m verbal agreement for attacker says Fabrizio Romano appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Frank Lampard’s Coventry will play in the Premier League for the first time since 2001 (Photo: Getty) A former Manchester United star is reportedly keen on returning to the Premier League amid interest from Frank Lampard’s Coventry City. After cruising to the Championship title, Coventry are preparing to play in the Premier League for the first time since in 2001, kicking-off the new season against champions Arsenal on August 21. And Lampard has splashed the case this summer transfer window, spending £86million on five players, including highly-rated English goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton. More signings will be needed to give the Sky Blues the best possible chance of avoiding relegation and, according to L’Equipe, they have made enquiries about Marseille’s Angel Gomes. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. The midfielder came through United’s academy but failed to break into the first-team before joining Lille, where he quietly impressed, leading to Lee Carsley giving him his England debut in 2024. Gomes only signed for Marseille last summer before spending the second-half of the season on loan at Wolves, though he was unable to stop their relegation. It is said that the 25-year-old wants another chance to prove himself in his homeland and while Marseille do not wish to sell him, they will not stand in his way if a suitable deal can be agreed. Angel Gomes joined Marseille on a free only last summer (Photo: Getty) Due to their financial situation, the French club need to sell this summer, and as one of their top earners, Gomes, who is under contract until 2028, is a top candidate to leave. Additionally, Sky Sports report that Marseille striker Neal Maupay, formerly of Brentford, Everton and Brighton, and defender Leonardo Balerdi, are also of interest to several Premier League clubs. Newcastle United were on course to sign Gomes’ current midfield partner Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to replace captain Brumo Guimaraes, who recently completed a £75m switch to Arsenal. Gomes made just 10 senior appearances for boyhood club Man Utd (Photo: Getty) However, it was reported on Monday that the former Tottenham star has declined the chance to return to England, in yet another transfer blow for the Magpies. In other news, rumours from Italy suggest Lampard is preparing an ambitious bid to reunite with former Chelsea and England centre-back Fikayo Tomori, whose future at AC Milan is unclear. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Referee was refused entry to US in JuneWill take charge of PSG v Aston Villa on WednesdayThe Somali referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup, has spoken publicly for the first time about the decision and detailed his pride as he prepares to take charge of the Super Cup match between Paris Saint‑Germain and Aston Villa on Wednesday. Uefa awarded the 34-year-old Artan the game a few days after he was prevented from working at the tournament.Artan will make history in Salzburg as the first non-European official to take charge of Uefa’s annual competition between the respective winners of the Champions League and the Europa League. “When we got this call it was, for me and my family, really a very, very happy moment,” he said. “There’s a big Somali community in Europe and in Austria and they are over the moon with me officiating a match like this.” Continue reading...
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Arsenal’s new £75m signing Bruno Guimaraes (Picture: Getty) Paul Scholes has questioned new Arsenal signing Bruno Guimaraes and says Tottenham bought a ‘better player’ this summer. Brazilian midfielder Guimaraes was unveiled to Arsenal fans at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday following his £75m move from Newcastle United. Mikel Arteta identified Guimaraes as his top midfield target earlier in the summer and Arsenal finally made a breakthrough after weeks of negotiations with Newcastle. Scholes has never been blown away by Guimaraes but insists he could ‘make Arsenal a better football team’ as they attempt to retain the Premier League trophy. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. But the Manchester United legend says Guimaraes is not even the best midfield to leave Newcastle this summer as he views Sandro Tonali as a more complete player. Arsenal were one of several clubs to express interest in Tonali before Tottenham secured his signature in a club-record deal worth £100m. ‘I think Bruno Guimaraes will make Arsenal a better football team,’ Scholes said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast. Guimaraes during his Arsenal unveiling (Picture: Getty) ‘I don’t think the football we watched from them was great. You need midfield players to make your team play good football – is he going to do that enough for Arsenal? ‘I know they won the league but I don’t think they got the midfield right last season. ‘Maybe this is the answer to it but I do think Sandro Tonali is a better player, he’s got more legs about him. Man Utd legend Paul Scholes (Picture: YouTube) ‘I don’t think Bruno is amazing physically but he might be more suited to Arsenal.’ Arteta has high hopes for ‘warrior’ Guimaraes and believes the Brazilian can help Arsenal go to ‘the next level’. ‘I think he describes himself as a warrior,’ Arteta said. ‘I think he’s a warrior with a tremendous quality as well and intuition and leadership and charisma that is going to help us. https://www.instagram.com/p/Db30k_lxDIM/ ‘It is going to really ignite something different in the team. I’m delighted to have him. ‘We see very clearly – especially the energy that he brought immediately to the training ground – the hunger, the desire to come here and create a big history at the club. ‘That’s the ambition that we need. We want to go to the next level and are very, very much convinced that we’re going to need players with such a personality, desire and character to push everybody inside the organisation to go even higher.’ Tottenham summer signing Sandro Tonali (Picture: PA) Meanwhile, Tonali said it took ‘just 10 minutes’ to decide to join Tottenham after speaking to new Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi. ‘Honestly, I spoke with another team [also],’ Tonali admitted. ‘When you speak with a team, the first impression is a big thing and my impression was very positive. ‘When you are happy after a 10-minute chat, it’s everything, everything is perfect. ‘I spoke with my wife – this was the first thing. We wanted to change our life, but not just for the city, we wanted to change everything. We spoke with two clubs. ‘I understood after 10, 15 minutes that Tottenham would be my next team.’ Spurs finished just two points above the relegation zone last season and kick-start their 2026-27 Premier League campaign against Brentford. Arsenal, meanwhile, begin their title defence against newly-promoted Coventry City next Friday night. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Tottenham attacking midfielder James Maddison has allayed concerns of an injury setback, insisting he is "feeling good" ahead of the 2026-27 season. The England international is yet to feature in any of the club's pre-season matches, after missing most of the 2025-26 campaign with an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained last August. Confirming his absence from Tottenham's pre-season tour in July, head coach Roberto de Zerbi said it was "not the right moment to take risks" with Maddison.
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven says he is "excited about what's to come" after signing a new long-term deal with Spurs. BBC Sport understands Van de Ven was considering his future in north London before the appointment of Roberto de Zerbi in March, which proved crucial in the 25-year-old's decision to extend his stay. "It's a special moment to sign a new deal and a proud moment for me and my family," said Van de Ven.
Gabriel Martinelli’s Arsenal future has become increasingly uncertain, with AS Roma joining the growing list of clubs exploring a summer move for the Brazilian winger. Martinelli remains involved with Mikel Arteta’s squad, but Arsenal’s attacking rebuild has created genuine questions over his long-term position. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on […] The post Talks held: Martinelli’s Arsenal exit looks possible after Euro giants open discussions appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The 2026-27 season is about to begin in Europe with the UEFA Super Cup 2026 being the first important trophy at stake, with the teams, date, venue, kickoff time, and prize money already set. The 2026-27 European club season is set to kick off following the 2026 World Cup, with the UEFA Super Cup representing the first official hardware up for grabs on the continent. Everything is locked in for the marquee matchup between the two continental champions, including kickoff time, stadium location, and financial purses. The UEFA Super Cup is the annual single-leg showcase pitting the reigning winners of Europe’s top two club competitions: the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League. First contested in 1973, the event has endured for over five decades, with Champions League victors holding a 30-20 historical edge over Europa League winners. Paris Saint-Germain enter as the Champions League representative after defeating Arsenal in the final, seeking to claim back-to-back Super Cup titles. On the other side, Aston Villa qualified as the Europa League champion after securing a decisive 3-0 victory over SC Freiburg in its final. When and where are PSG and Aston Villa facing each other? Following joint approval by European football governing bodies, the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa takes place on Wednesday, August 12, at 3:00 p.m. ET. With both Ligue 1 and the Premier League yet to start their domestic campaigns, this clash serves as the official 2026-27 opener for both clubs. ⚽️ Paris vs Aston Villa 📅 Wednesday 12 August ⌛️ 21:00 CET 🏟️ Stadion Salzburg#SuperCup pic.twitter.com/x6uPL3gdcK— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) August 10, 2026 The host venue is the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria. Opened in March 2003, the stadium hosted three group-stage fixtures during UEFA EURO 2008 and serves as the regular home of FC Red Bull Salzburg, an Austrian power with extensive European tournament experience. What is the UEFA Super Cup prize money? Following its Champions League triumph, PSG generated over €100 million across the entire tournament, while Aston Villa earned around €21.5 million during its successful Europa League run. However, as a standalone single-match exhibition, the Super Cup distributes a localized prize pool. Mirroring the distribution model of previous seasons, the 2026 UEFA Super Cup awards a base appearance fee of €4 million to both participating clubs. The club that lifts the trophy in Salzburg will claim an additional €1 million winner’s bonus. Who will referee the UEFA Super Cup? Somali referee Omar Artan has been appointed to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa. Coordinates through a joint refereeing development partnership between UEFA and CAF, Artan becomes the first African match official in history to lead the head crew in a UEFA Super Cup final. Artan generated global headlines in recent months after entry issues prevented him from officiating at the 2026 World Cup in the United States. In response, UEFA chose to recognize the referee’s elite credentials by entrusting him with one of the most prominent single-match finals on the European calendar.
Lionel Messi and Alexis Sanchez will be reuniting in the MLS as CF Montreal have reportedly landed the signing of the Chile legend. Lionel Messi‘s arrival in MLS in 2023 dramatically expanded the league’s global reach, paving the way for world-class international stars to follow in his footsteps. Now, one of Messi’s former teammates is set to join him in North America, as Alexis Sanchez reportedly closes in on a deal with CF Montreal. According to Chilean outlet El Deportivo of La Tercera, CF Montreal has finalized the signing of Sanchez, with only an official team announcement remaining. The veteran forward arrives in MLS as a free agent following the expiration of his contract with La Liga side Sevilla. Sevilla reportedly pursued a one-year extension to retain Sanchez, but the former Arsenal star elected to end his 18-year European career to embrace the new project in Canada. The Chile icon will fill CF Montreal’s second Designated Player roster slot alongside Spanish midfielder Ivan Jaime in a two-year deal until 2028. While the club has yet to issue a formal press release, final contract details are being wrapped up ahead of an official unveiling. On Monday, CF Montreal teased the arrival on social media, describing the acquisition as “one of the biggest names” in franchise history, while managing director Luca Saputo confirmed in a video clip that Sanchez will wear his signature No. 10 jersey. #🔟 pic.twitter.com/cxu9eOkJC7— CF Montréal (@cfmontreal) August 10, 2026 When could Messi and Sanchez face each other again? Lionel Messi and Alexis Sanchez were once dynamic attacking partners at FC Barcelona, sharing the locker room for three seasons between 2011 and 2014 before the Chilean forward departed for Arsenal. Since then, the two South American icons have clashed on numerous occasions in European competition and on the international stage, with a potential Major League Soccer matchup now on the horizon. The next scheduled meeting between Inter Miami and CF Montreal is set for Saturday, August 29, at Nu Stadium for the 2026 MLS. However, with Messi currently on leave in Argentina following the death of his father and Sanchez lacking match fitness after missing preseason training, fans may have to wait until next season to see the two star forwards square off on a North American pitch. Lionel Messi dominates the H2H against Alexis Sanchez While they built a formidable partnership in Barcelona, both legends have frequently found themselves on opposite sides of the pitch, competing in high-stakes club fixtures and intense South American rivalries. When examining the historical head-to-head record, Messi’s statistical dominance over Sanchez becomes immediately clear. Alexis Sanchez of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring with Lionel Messi. (David Ramos/Getty Images) Across 16 all-time meetings, Messi and Sanchez have faced off nine times in international matches between Argentina and Chile, alongside seven European club encounters. On the international stage, Messi has compiled six victories while three matches ended in draws, though two of those draws led to penalty shootout victories for Chile in the 2015 and 2016 Copa America finals. In European club competitions, the two met seven times, with Messi’s Barcelona emerging victorious against Sanchez during his stints at Arsenal, Manchester United, and Inter Milan. Messi claimed six wins in those seven matchups, with Sánchez’s sole victory coming during the 2022-23 Coupe de France, when Olympique Marseille earned a 2-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain.
Mika Godts was replaced in Ajax's starting lineup on Sunday amid talk of a move to Paris Saint-Germain, but he has clarified his absence. The post Late Ajax withdrawal had nothing to do with PSG links, says Godts appeared first on SoccerNews.
PSG are close to a “verbal agreement” to sign Ferran Torres from Barcelona, according to Fabrizio Romano. If you enjoy CaughtOffside coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. PSG are inching closer to a deal […] The post PSG “closing in” on €50m verbal agreement for attacker says Fabrizio Romano appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Frank Lampard’s Coventry will play in the Premier League for the first time since 2001 (Photo: Getty) A former Manchester United star is reportedly keen on returning to the Premier League amid interest from Frank Lampard’s Coventry City. After cruising to the Championship title, Coventry are preparing to play in the Premier League for the first time since in 2001, kicking-off the new season against champions Arsenal on August 21. And Lampard has splashed the case this summer transfer window, spending £86million on five players, including highly-rated English goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton. More signings will be needed to give the Sky Blues the best possible chance of avoiding relegation and, according to L’Equipe, they have made enquiries about Marseille’s Angel Gomes. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. The midfielder came through United’s academy but failed to break into the first-team before joining Lille, where he quietly impressed, leading to Lee Carsley giving him his England debut in 2024. Gomes only signed for Marseille last summer before spending the second-half of the season on loan at Wolves, though he was unable to stop their relegation. It is said that the 25-year-old wants another chance to prove himself in his homeland and while Marseille do not wish to sell him, they will not stand in his way if a suitable deal can be agreed. Angel Gomes joined Marseille on a free only last summer (Photo: Getty) Due to their financial situation, the French club need to sell this summer, and as one of their top earners, Gomes, who is under contract until 2028, is a top candidate to leave. Additionally, Sky Sports report that Marseille striker Neal Maupay, formerly of Brentford, Everton and Brighton, and defender Leonardo Balerdi, are also of interest to several Premier League clubs. Newcastle United were on course to sign Gomes’ current midfield partner Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to replace captain Brumo Guimaraes, who recently completed a £75m switch to Arsenal. Gomes made just 10 senior appearances for boyhood club Man Utd (Photo: Getty) However, it was reported on Monday that the former Tottenham star has declined the chance to return to England, in yet another transfer blow for the Magpies. In other news, rumours from Italy suggest Lampard is preparing an ambitious bid to reunite with former Chelsea and England centre-back Fikayo Tomori, whose future at AC Milan is unclear. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Referee was refused entry to US in JuneWill take charge of PSG v Aston Villa on WednesdayThe Somali referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup, has spoken publicly for the first time about the decision and detailed his pride as he prepares to take charge of the Super Cup match between Paris Saint‑Germain and Aston Villa on Wednesday. Uefa awarded the 34-year-old Artan the game a few days after he was prevented from working at the tournament.Artan will make history in Salzburg as the first non-European official to take charge of Uefa’s annual competition between the respective winners of the Champions League and the Europa League. “When we got this call it was, for me and my family, really a very, very happy moment,” he said. “There’s a big Somali community in Europe and in Austria and they are over the moon with me officiating a match like this.” Continue reading...
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