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Apr 11, 2026

Arsenal 1–2 Bournemouth: Away efficiency exposes Gunners’ limitations.

In what could prove to be a turning point in the Premier League title race, Arsenal were beaten 2-1 by Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium. The result ends Mikel Arteta’s side’s eight-game unbeaten run and ramps up the pressure in the battle with Manchester City.

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Apr 8, 2026

Atlético punish Barça under pressure; PSG dominate Liverpool but leave the tie open.

Atlético Madrid were clinical in a 2–0 away win over Barcelona, capitalising on Cubarsí’s red card to take control of the tie. In Paris, PSG dominated Liverpool and also won 2–0, but missed several chances, leaving the feeling that qualification could have been put beyond doubt.

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Apr 7, 2026

Bayern beat Real at the Bernabéu as Arsenal strike late to edge Sporting in the Champions League.

Bayern Munich were more clinical in key moments, securing a 2–1 win over Real Madrid at the Bernabéu and taking an advantage back to Germany. In Lisbon, Arsenal and Sporting played out a largely cagey contest until Havertz struck late to seal a 1–0 win for the visitors.

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Apr 4, 2026

Barcelona beat Atlético late to extend La Liga lead.

Barcelona beat Atlético Madrid 2–1 with a late winner after playing the entire second half with a numerical advantage. The result opens a 7-point gap over Real Madrid with 8 games remaining.

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Apr 4, 2026

FA Cup: City thrash Liverpool, Chelsea hit seven and Arsenal crash out.

Manchester City crushed Liverpool with a Haaland hat-trick, Chelsea ran riot in a 7–0 win, and Southampton stunned Arsenal to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.

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Mar 31, 2026

Sweden Qualify for the World Cup; Italy Fall on Penalties in a Dramatic Night

Sweden and Bosnia & Herzegovina booked their spots at the 2026 World Cup after two playoff clashes filled with tension, drama, and emotion. Sweden left it late to beat Poland, while Bosnia produced a historic upset by eliminating Italy on penalties.

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Mar 27, 2026

Italy keep the dream alive; Brazil are still searching for answers.

Italy stepped onto the pitch under the pressure of qualification and beat Northern Ireland 2-0. Brazil, meanwhile, lost 2-1 to France in a preparatory friendly, a test that carried less competitive risk but enormous analytical value.

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Mar 25, 2026

Under 21: 10 Football Talents to Watch in 2026

A closer look at 10 young football talents already showing the tools, intelligence, and adaptability to shape the game at the highest level in 2026.

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Mar 23, 2026

Real Madrid 3–2 Atlético: Vinícius Jr brace decides thrilling Madrid derby.

Real Madrid edged Atlético Madrid 3–2 in a high-intensity derby, with Vinícius Jr scoring twice and Valverde delivering another dominant display. Atlético showed moments of quality but lacked sustained control as Madrid capitalised on key moments.

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Mar 22, 2026

Tottenham 0–3 Nottingham Forest: Forest dominate key clash and deepen Spurs’ relegation fears.

Nottingham Forest secured a 3–0 away win over Tottenham with an efficient and clinical performance. The result boosts Forest’s survival hopes while increasing the pressure on Spurs, who remain close to the relegation zone and continue to struggle for solutions.

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Mar 22, 2026

Aston Villa 2–0 West Ham: Villa extend top-four gap as Mavropanos limits damage.

Aston Villa secured a 2–0 win over West Ham, strengthening their hold on fourth place and opening a five-point gap over Liverpool with seven matches remaining. John McGinn opened the scoring with a well-worked set-piece, while Ollie Watkins sealed the result late on. Despite the scoreline, West Ham could have suffered a heavier defeat, with Konstantinos Mavropanos delivering a standout performance to keep the margin respectable.

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Mar 21, 2026

Brighton 2–1 Liverpool: Welbeck double boosts European hopes and dents Reds’ top-four push

Brighton kept their European hopes alive with a 2–1 win over Liverpool, powered by a Danny Welbeck double. The result strengthens Brighton’s push for a Europa League place while dealing a setback to Liverpool’s top-four ambitions, as they remain two points behind Aston Villa, who also have a game in hand.

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Mar 20, 2026

The Quiet Revolution: How the Inverted Full-Back Rewrote Football's Tactical DNA

A sharp look at how the inverted full-back changed modern football — from tactical curiosity to one of the game’s most important innovations — and why it reveals where football is headed next.

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Mar 19, 2026

The Cathedral on Avenell Road

Before the Emirates, before the money, before the modern game swallowed its own history, there was Highbury. A ground that didn't just host football — it consecrated it.

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