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Referee designator Gianluca Rocchi issued a formal apology after Pierre Kalulu was erroneously sent off during the Derby d’Italia, citing a refereeing blunder and Alessandro Bastoni’s blatant dive.
Refereeing designator Gianluca Rocchi has officially apologized for the “absurd” dismissal of Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu during Saturday’s 3-2 defeat to Inter.
Official Federico La Penna showed Kalulu a second yellow card following what replays confirmed was a dive by Alessandro Bastoni.
Rocchi admitted the officiating team felt “very sorry” for the error, which stood because current VAR protocols prohibit intervention for second bookings.
Rocchi confirmed that La Penna is “distraught” by the mistake but also took aim at Bastoni’s conduct. He noted that the referee was “not the only one who made a mistake, because there was clear simulation yesterday.”
The incident has reportedly accelerated discussions within IFAB to change rules at their next assembly, potentially allowing VAR reviews for all red card scenarios to prevent similar game-changing injustices.
Alessandro Del Piero criticized Inter Milan’s head coach and defender for defending a controversial second yellow card shown to Pierre Kalulu during Saturday’s Derby d’Italia.
Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero has condemned Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu and defender Alessandro Bastoni following a contentious red card in Inter’s 3-2 victory.
Pierre Kalulu was dismissed for a second booking after Bastoni appeared to dive.
Despite replays showing minimal contact, Chivu defended the decision, suggesting Kalulu’s experience should have prevented the situation. Del Piero argued that the league leaders should not rely on such errors.
The World Cup winner expressed disappointment in Chivu’s post-match interpretation during his Sky Sport Italia punditry appearance.
“Inter also don’t need this,” Del Piero remarked, suggesting that a dominant team should prioritize winning fairly.
He hoped Chivu would eventually admit that “what happened on the pitch wasn’t a touch for which a player should be sent off, and that Bastoni shouldn’t have gone down like that.”
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Liverpool faces the prospect of losing star midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai to Real Madrid after his international manager revealed the player has “always” dreamed of moving to the Bernabéu.
Dominik Szoboszlai has emerged as a primary target for Real Madrid following a sensational campaign as Liverpool’s standout performer.
The Hungarian midfielder has netted 10 goals this season, earning high praise from teammate Mohamed Salah, who stated:
“He is one of the best players in the world right now.” His dominant form has reportedly reignited long-standing interest from the Spanish giants.
Liverpool faces a fight to keep the 24-year-old as international manager Marco Rossi fueled exit rumors, claiming:
“Szoboszlai always had one dream: to play for Real Madrid.” With only two years remaining on his contract, the Reds fear losing another star to the Bernabéu following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure.
The lure of following Hungarian legend Ferenc Puskas’s legacy remains a significant threat.
The majority of Manchester United stars believe it would be ‘madness’ if the club decide against trying to reach an agreement with Harry Maguire over a new contract, it has been claimed.
The England star, 32, has enjoyed a renaissance since losing the club captaincy under Erik ten Hag and there has been growing support from the fanbase when it comes to the possibility of a new deal, with Maguire’s current terms set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Yesterday
Inter Milan extended their lead at the top of Serie A to eight points after Piotr Zielinski’s 90th-minute strike secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over 10-man Juventus at San Siro.
Inter Milan emerged victorious in a classic Derby d’Italia, defeating Juventus 3-2 in a match defined by high technical quality and officiating controversy.
The hosts took an early lead through an Andrea Cambiaso own goal, but the Juventus full-back quickly redeemed himself by equalizing before halftime.
Despite playing with ten men following Pierre Kalulu’s disputed red card, Juventus remained competitive, with Manuel Locatelli’s late strike momentarily cancelling out Francesco Pio Esposito’s header.
The tension peaked in the final moments as Piotr Zielinski drilled a low shot home in stoppage time to secure three vital points for the Nerazzurri.
The result leaves Inter comfortably ahead of AC Milan in the title race, while Juventus faces mounting scrutiny over their recent defensive lapses.
As manager Cristian Chivu noted, the win provides a “magnificent exhibition” of the drama and intensity that defines elite Italian football.
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Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes is set to miss at least six weeks with a hamstring injury, a setback manager Eddie Howe described as a “massive blow” to their season.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that captain Bruno Guimaraes faces a significant spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury against Tottenham.
The Brazilian midfielder is expected to be out until April, missing crucial fixtures including the Tyne-Wear derby and Champions League ties. Howe stated, “Massive blow for us at a key stage of the season. He’s devastated.”
The Magpies are also monitoring the fitness of Sven Botman and Yoane Wissa, though their conditions are thought to be less severe.
While Botman missed the 3-1 FA Cup win over Aston Villa due to a back issue, Howe remains hopeful for a quick return.
Regarding Guimaraes, however, Howe admitted there is no “miracle cure,” adding, “other players have to step up in his absence.”
Pep Guardiola has urged the Football League to allow January signing Marc Guehi to play in the Carabao Cup final, citing a lack of “common sense” in current registration rules.
Pep Guardiola has appealed for a rule change to allow Marc Guehi to feature in the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.
The defender, cup-tied after arriving from Crystal Palace in January, remains ineligible for the Wembley showpiece despite scoring in Saturday’s FA Cup win over Salford.
Guardiola expressed frustration that different domestic competitions operate under conflicting registration laws, specifically regarding mid-season transfers and cup eligibility.
The City boss confirmed the club has petitioned the Football League for an exception, emphasizing the inconsistency of the current system.
“Common sense [it] is not but it’s OK,” Guardiola remarked after Guehi’s debut goal.
He further questioned the logic behind preventing a major investment from playing, stating, “Hopefully you can convince the Carabao Cup that Marc Guehi can play in the final.”
Harry Kane reached a historic milestone of 500 career goals for club and country by scoring a brace in Bayern Munich’s 3-0 Bundesliga victory over Werder Bremen.
Harry Kane cemented his legendary status on Saturday, reaching the 500-goal landmark during Bayern Munich’s clinical 3-0 win at Werder Bremen.
The England captain opened the scoring with his 100th career penalty before adding a second from open play to hit the 400-goal mark in non-penalty strikes.
His relentless form remains the cornerstone of Vincent Kompany’s attack as Bayern maintain their dominant Bundesliga run.
Despite the celebration of Kane’s achievement, the match was tempered by the early exit of Manuel Neuer, who withdrew after consulting with team doctors.
However, Bayern remained composed, with Kane eventually substituted for Nicolas Jackson to a standing ovation from the traveling fans.
The striker’s remarkable consistency continues to fuel speculation about future records, proving he is far from slowing down in the 2025/26 campaign.
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Raheem Sterling is currently blocked from joining Feyenoord’s training sessions due to unresolved work permit issues and urgent club investigations into alleged misconduct.
Raheem Sterling’s move to Feyenoord has hit a major roadblock just 24 hours after being finalized. The English forward remains “blocked” from the club’s training facilities as administrative hurdles regarding his work permit persist.
Local rumors suggest the delay is complicated by urgent “cross-checks into alleged misconduct,” placing the entire deal under scrutiny despite the transfer being officially sealed only yesterday.
The Eredivisie side is reportedly working behind the scenes to address the legalities, but fears are growing over a potential contract termination.
If the permit issues and internal investigations are not resolved swiftly, Sterling faces an “extended period on the sidelines” before making his debut.
For now, the high-profile signing remains in limbo while Feyenoord officials carry out necessary due diligence.