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Gaspart warns Messi: "Barça is above him"

Gaspart warns Messi: "Barça is above him"

The former Barça president insists Messi owes the fans a proper farewell and says he would skip any tribute that excludes Laporta.

By EnPelotas Staff
Ten arrested at Liverpool-City, officer injured

Ten arrested at Liverpool-City, officer injured

Manchester City's trip to Anfield, their first match since being found guilty of financial rule breaches, ended with incidents both inside and outside the stadium.

América 1-1 Monterrey: controversial draw

América 1-1 Monterrey: controversial draw

Rossi put Monterrey ahead, Bueno equalized for league leaders América, who dominated the second half but could not find a second goal after Borja's red card.

Messi, Suarez rout D.C. United 4-0

Messi, Suarez rout D.C. United 4-0

The South American duo split the scoring in a blowout that confirmed Inter Miami's standing as a heavy favorite in MLS.

Madrid 1-0 Villarreal, Vinicius sent off

Madrid 1-0 Villarreal, Vinicius sent off

A second-half goal from Yan Diomande gave Real Madrid the win over a Villarreal side that controlled possession, in a match marked by Vinicius Junior's red card.

Vinícius: goal ruled out by VAR, then red card

Vinícius: goal ruled out by VAR, then red card

The Brazilian was celebrating what looked like a 2-0 lead over Villarreal when VAR spotted him pulling Saliba's hair, and the referee showed him a straight red card.

Barcelona thrash Getafe 3-0

Barcelona thrash Getafe 3-0

Gordon, Gabriel Jesus and Kounde scored the goals in a dominant Barcelona performance that moves them to 24 points with a perfect record, while Getafe sinks 16 points behind.

Mourinho benches Vinícius, asks for patience

Mourinho benches Vinícius, asks for patience

The coach explained that the Brazilian is going through a rough patch and warned he could cut his minutes further if things don't improve.

Atletico beats Alaves 1-2 in 86th minute

Atletico beats Alaves 1-2 in 86th minute

After a Boye penalty leveled the score and Angel Perez was sent off, a Cristian Romero header off an Alex Baena cross gave Atletico Madrid the win at Mendizorroza.

Instituto 2-2 Boca Juniors: a draw that leaves more questions than answers

Instituto 2-2 Boca Juniors: a draw that leaves more questions than answers

Despite dominating possession and having to come from behind twice, Boca Juniors couldn't get past an Instituto side that remains atop Group A thanks to its set-piece goals.

Malagón returns as América starter

Malagón returns as América starter

Almada puts him back between the posts against Rayados, right in América's 110th anniversary match and with the entire squad available for the first time this tournament.

Kily González savors having Messi "ours" at Inter Miami

Kily González savors having Messi "ours" at Inter Miami

The Herons' coach discussed the Argentine captain's farewell and is already looking ahead to the matchup against D.C. United following a five-game winless streak in MLS.

Barcelona: Joan García returns, Raphinha out

Barcelona: Joan García returns, Raphinha out

Flick gives details on the injuries to Raphinha, De Jong, Christensen and Bardghji ahead of the match against Getafe.

Luis Enrique backs Kvaratskhelia at PSG

Luis Enrique backs Kvaratskhelia at PSG

The Asturian coach is calling for patience over the Georgian's lack of goals ahead of a matchup against a Le Mans side sitting just two points behind the European champions.

Julián Álvarez parts ways with his agent after Barcelona saga

Julián Álvarez parts ways with his agent after Barcelona saga

Javier Pastore, Enzo Fernández's agent, is the leading candidate to take over the striker's career following the failed Barcelona transfer.

City under scrutiny over finance ruling before Anfield clash

City under scrutiny over finance ruling before Anfield clash

The club, which is already appealing its punishment for breaching Premier League financial rules, visits a Liverpool side on Sunday with whom tensions have been building for years.

Liverpool to be without Isak and Gakpo for City showdown

Liverpool to be without Isak and Gakpo for City showdown

The Basque coach explained that both players picked up injuries during the international break and revealed that Koumas will be the attacking alternative against the Premier League...

Liverpool-City: a rivalry shadowed by financial scandal

Liverpool-City: a rivalry shadowed by financial scandal

Klopp stands by the quality Guardiola's City showed on the field, but the 114 financial breaches leave open the question of whether it was all a sham.

Raphinha out for Getafe and Galatasaray

Raphinha out for Getafe and Galatasaray

Flick confirms a hamstring issue for the Brazilian, who has scored 14 goals in eight matches, and says Gabriel Jesus will replace him against Getafe.

Bayern, Kane closing in on deal through 2029

Bayern, Kane closing in on deal through 2029

Freund says nothing is signed yet but talks with the striker, who has scored 152 goals in 154 appearances, are progressing well.

Mbappé, Konaté available for Real Madrid-Villarreal

Mbappé, Konaté available for Real Madrid-Villarreal

Mourinho confirms both are ready to go, though Valverde remains a doubt and Militao, Rodrygo, Mendy and Asencio will all stay sidelined.

Mourinho reveals details of his Real Madrid return

Mourinho reveals details of his Real Madrid return

The Portuguese coach looks back in an interview at his surprise arrival on the Real Madrid bench, his refereeing controversies in just eight matches, and the never-ending Mancheste...

Neymar rescues 2-2 draw for Santos against Flamengo

Neymar rescues 2-2 draw for Santos against Flamengo

The Brazilian scored a penalty double, reached 160 goals for Santos, and denied Flamengo the chance to claim a fifth straight win in the Brasileirao.

Dybala, a fixture in Roma's lineup with four assists

Dybala, a fixture in Roma's lineup with four assists

The Cordoba native put injury and uncertainty about his future behind him to become the key piece for Gasperini, who compares him to the best players he has coached.

Messi back with Inter Miami, leads MLS in goals and assists

Messi back with Inter Miami, leads MLS in goals and assists

The Argentine captain rejoined training ahead of Saturday's match against D.C. United, with Inter Miami sitting third in the East and Messi topping the MLS charts in both goals and...

Julián Álvarez looks to make peace ahead of Manchester United clash

Julián Álvarez looks to make peace ahead of Manchester United clash

After a summer marked by his desire to join Barcelona and jeers at the Metropolitano, the Argentine forward has a chance in the Champions League matchup against an old rival to win...

Raphinha, Europe's Most Clinical Scorer This Season

Raphinha, Europe's Most Clinical Scorer This Season

The Brazilian is converting almost everything he fires on target and is outscoring his xG by 4.4 goals, while Mbappe and Dembele are falling short of expectations.

Mourinho speaks on Prestianni's racist insult toward Vinícius

Mourinho speaks on Prestianni's racist insult toward Vinícius

Real Madrid's coach says he was "slaughtered" by public opinion after the episode that halted the Benfica-Real Madrid Champions League match for ten minutes.

City appeals guilty verdict, awaits February ruling

City appeals guilty verdict, awaits February ruling

The club insists it is innocent while the league weighs punishments ranging from a massive fine to outright expulsion to the lower divisions.

Márquez winless in first 4 games with Mexico

Márquez winless in first 4 games with Mexico

With two draws and two losses, including a 3-0 defeat to the United States, the new Tri manager heads into November under pressure.

    
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