Carlo Ancelotti handed prison sentence over tax fraud in Spain

A Spanish court has sentenced Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti to one year in jail for tax evasion connected to his time at Real Madrid in 2014. While running the Spanish team, the 66-year-old was found guilty of not declaring income from his picture rights totaling over €1 million (about £833,000). Additionally, he has […]

Bayern’s Musiala gives health update after horror injury against PSG

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has ruled out blaming PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, after his injury when both players collided in their FIFA Club World Cup clash last week. Musiala suffered a fractured fibula after his ankle was caught by Donnarumma, as both players collided when contesting for the ball in the first half of […]

Crystal Palace face Europa League uncertainty after Lyon win appeal

Crystal Palace’s Europa League hopes are still in doubt after Olympique Lyonnais successfully overturned their Ligue 1 relegation. Having taken on substantial debts, the French titans had fallen. Though they were temporarily demoted in November, France’s financial watchdog, the DNCG, confirmed their demotion last month. Following a vital appeal, however, Lyon have guaranteed their top-flight […]

Luis Enrique prepares PSG for Club World Cup showdown against Real Madrid

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique is ready for a fiery confrontation as his team clashes with Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals. Facing the press before the duel, Enrique lauded Los Blancos’ caliber but also acknowledged the emotional weight of the match. Considering the recent conflict between the two teams, which grew […]

Chelsea’s Joao Pedro thrilled with dream start after brace in Fluminense win

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro was delighted with his two-goal performance as the Blues secured their spot in the final of the FIfA Club World Cup with a 2-0 win over Fluminense. Pedro, 23, joined the Blues in a £60 million deal last week and was immediately thrust into action, making his debut as a substitute […]