Arsenal were denied a first-leg win over Atletico Madrid in their Champions League semi-final as a Julian Alvarez penalty earned a 1-1 draw for the hosts in a game defined by refereeing controversy. The Gunners were rewarded for a composed first-half display in the 44th minute when Viktor Gyokeres fired home from the spot after…
Cristiano Ronaldo and Kingsley Coman were on target as Al Nassr took a huge step towards the Saudi Pro League title with a 2-0 win over Al Ahli. Following Al Hilal’s win over Damac on Tuesday, the onus was placed back on Jorge Jesus’ side, who faced a tough task against an Al Ahli side…
Viktor Gyokeres gave Arsenal a half-time lead in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final with Atletico Madrid, scoring from the penalty spot to cap an impressive opening period from the Gunners. Atletico had the better chances in the first half, with Julian Alvarez forcing a fine save from David Raya and then heading…
Arsenal will have to find top gear when they visit Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals tonight. The Gunners continue to stumble towards the end of the season, although they did manage a vital 1-0 victory over Newcastle at the weekend for just their second win in seven games in all competitions. They will…
Arsenal visit Atletico Madrid hoping to take a big step towards reaching the Champions League final. The Gunners fell at the semi-final stage last season, losing to eventual champions Paris Saint-Germain, but head into Wednesday’s first leg as favourites against Diego Simeone’s side. Atletico, who lost the Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad on…
Paul Scholes has criticised Chelsea’s decision to appoint Liam Rosenior, saying the move was flawed from the outset following the coach’s recent dismissal. Rosenior lasted just over three months at Stamford Bridge after being sacked on the back of five straight Premier League defeats, a run in which his side failed to score. The 41-year-old…
Al Nassr will look to claim another huge result in their pursuit of the Saudi Pro League title when they face Al Ahli. Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. hold a five-point lead at the top of the table, with closest challengers Al Hilal winning on Tuesday to keep the pressure on Jorge Jesus’ side. Al Ahli…
Vitor Pereira says Nottingham Forest are approaching the final stretch of the season with pure confidence ahead of their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa. “I think being positive is the only way to live life,” he said. “We are moving our legs, we are breathing, it’s good weather. The family is happy. We are…
Akil Howson will make history in next month’s FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City, in which he will become the first black official to feature in the showpiece. Howson has been selected as an assistant referee for the game, which will take place at Wembley on May 16. He will serve as one…
Atletico Madrid have suffered a late injury blow ahead of their Champions League semi-final first leg with Arsenal, with Nicolas Gonzalez ruled out due to a muscle injury. The Argentinan suffered the injury during Tuesday’s fixture ahead of the clash at the Metropolitano, the club confirmed on Wednesday. Gonzalez, who joined from Juventus on an…
