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FootballEz Abde and Troy Parrott each scored from the penalty spot for their national teams on Sunday, opening the scoring in their respective matches. Both internationals are due back with Betis on Tuesday ahead of Sunday’s home game against Osasuna at La Cartuja.
FootballA 2-1 win over Norway on Sunday gave Portugal a fourth victory in as many Nations League matches and secured its place in the quarter-finals. The defending champions are the first team through, despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence.
FootballKlopp’s Germany could not find a way past Greece, with the match ending 0-0. Germany have managed only one win in four matches during this period, while Greece sit second on 8 points.
FootballBarcelona beat Real Madrid 7-0 in a commanding display. Claudia Pina was at the heart of a night marked by the Catalan side’s dominance.
FootballThe junior round ended with a change at the top: Espanyol are now sole leaders after a big win over Sant Andreu and Barça’s defeat to Sabadell.
FootballA 2-1 comeback win over Tudelano gives Barça Atlètic a third consecutive victory. Goals from Alex Campos and Alex González keep the side top of Group 2 in Segunda RFEF.
FootballThe coach says the forward is “not well” and needs to go home. Kean will not play against Turkey and is returning to Como, with his absence a concern for Cesc.
FootballThe footage, shared on social media by Álex Pérez, shows the damaged vehicle left across the road. It emerged after Sola’s team beat Burgos 2-1, a match in which he did not play.
FootballAt the Trento Sports Festival, Franck Ribéry admitted that missing out on the 2013 Ballon d’Or hurt him. The former player says he is ready to begin a new career as a coach.
FootballArgentina coach Lionel Scaloni believes the international break did Julián Álvarez good. He says Atlético need the striker to return to his best level.
FootballLondon City Lionesses thrashed Tottenham 6-1 at Brisbane Road on Sunday in the fifth round of the Women's Super League. Alexia Putellas opened the scoring and claimed her first brace in England, extending a run that began the previous week.
FootballInjured during the Dominican Republic’s latest international match against Haiti, Junior Firpo had to leave the field after ten minutes. He blamed the compressed international-break schedule and is waiting for medical tests.
FootballEvaristo scored ten hat-tricks for Barça. His 107 official goals place him among the club’s top ten historical scorers, while his performance against Real Madrid in 1958 remains a defining memory.
FootballRayo Vallecano coach Beñat San José says Iñigo Pérez left him an important foundation, shaped in part by the work of Andoni Iraola. He wants to preserve the club’s identity while targeting survival in Primera.
FootballThe former Brazilian player believes Endrick should leave Real Madrid, where it is difficult to find him a place. Pato also says Milan wanted to sign the forward in the most recent summer transfer window.
FootballLionel Messi, Argentina’s leading scorer and most-capped player, is set to close a chapter spanning more than two decades. His records also reach across the World Cup, Copa América and South American qualifying.
FootballBilbao Athletic lost 1-3 to record their first defeat of the season. At Lezama, Extremadura—who arrived in the relegation places and had failed to score in their previous three league matches—turned the game around after the Basque side took the lead.
FootballAfter England’s 0-7 win over Croatia, Roy Keane praised Jude Bellingham’s influence and said the midfielder could go on to rank among football’s greatest players.
FootballIn his farewell, the former Albacete coach recalled the highlights of his time there, while speaking of the pain of leaving and his belief that the team can recover.
FootballAsked about his reduced playing time at Barcelona, Jules Koundé acknowledged that last season fell short of his standards. The defender accepts his coach’s decision and says he wants to regain his best form.
FootballAfter three demanding days of work, the coach has scheduled a break for Thursday. Real Sociedad will prepare to host Deportivo de La Coruña with several internationals expected to be away until close to the end of the week.
FootballJunior Firpo was forced off after ten minutes of the match between the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Real Betis will assess his condition when he returns to Seville.
FootballTroy Parrott and Ez Abde conclude their commitments with their national teams on Sunday. Their fixtures come as the international schedule for Real Betis players nears its end.
FootballIn an interview with the BBC on Friday, Sir Alex Ferguson revisited the brain haemorrhage he suffered in 2018. He spoke about his fear, losing his voice and the exercises that helped him regain it.
FootballOn Charla Podcast, Brazilian midfielder Fred gave a scathing assessment of his former coach. He also praised Ten Hag’s tactical ability and recounted tensions involving Cristiano Ronaldo.
FootballThe Rampant Roosters beat the Broncos to secure their third NRLW title. Six first-half tries set up a commanding win, which also provided a fitting send-off for Corban Baxter and Millie Elliott.
FootballAfter Gordon’s performance against Croacia, Thomas Tuchel praised his aggression and confidence. The forward started the match, scored and provided an assist.
FootballTicket prices for Barça-Madrid prompted a strong reaction this week. Lateral-stand seats are being offered for 800 euros, while Barça’s schedule has also drawn criticism.
FootballCavan Sullivan’s long-range chip featured in the United States’ 3-0 win over Mexico. Days after turning 17, Sullivan became the youngest scorer in USMNT history.
Football“I would trade many of my titles to win one with Betis,” Ceballos said. Back at the club, the midfielder wants to take things step by step and hopes to win a trophy there within the next three years.