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Jesse Lingard is expected to choose his next club by the end of this weekend. Interest from MLS, Brazil and Spain.🏴 pic.twitter.com/ErQDjRDViU
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) February 26, 2026
🚨 The man who was banned from the Bernabeu last night for doing a N*zi salute: "Me, a racist? How can I be a racist? I have 2 adopted black kids, I like f*ggots more than anyone, a f*ggot handled my wedding vows, I chose him. I dress up as a G*psy woman and go party with my… pic.twitter.com/xx25dtoKzi
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) February 26, 2026
🚨🐝 Brentford head coach Keith Andrews has signed a new long term deal at the club until June 2032.
Increased salary and longer deal after his excellent work so far. pic.twitter.com/DnahhuyUUN
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 26, 2026
Pépé ignored coach’s AFCON call.
🏴 Current Premier League top six pre-tax losses compared:
📉 Chelsea: -£342m
📉 Liverpool: -£57m
📉 Man Utd: -£33m
📉 Brentford: -£20.5m
📉 Man City: -£9.9m
📉 Arsenal: -£1.4m pic.twitter.com/VkZ9D12EKC— HF World (@hfworld_) February 26, 2026
Victor Osimhen declined to celebrate his crucial Champions League goal against Juventus as a tribute to his former manager Luciano Spalletti and due to his dissatisfaction with Galatasaray’s performance.
Victor Osimhen has revealed that his muted reaction to scoring against Juventus on Wednesday was a gesture of respect for Bianconeri coach Luciano Spalletti.
Despite Juventus winning the second leg 3-2 after extra time, Osimhen’s strike helped Galatasaray advance 7-5 on aggregate.
The Nigerian forward, who won a historic Serie A title under Spalletti at Napoli, opted for simple handshakes rather than his usual exuberant celebrations at the Allianz Stadium.
“I think it’s important to respect a man I love and who has played an important role in my career — I’m obviously talking about Spalletti,” Osimhen explained to Prime Video.
Beyond personal sentiment, the striker admitted he was frustrated by Galatasaray’s display after they surrendered a three-goal aggregate lead to ten-man Juventus.
“We played very poorly… so there was no reason to celebrate,” he added, as the Turkish side now prepares for a Round of 16 clash.
Real Madrid has initiated the immediate expulsion of a club member identified performing a Nazi salute during Wednesday’s Champions League victory over Benfica.
Real Madrid has banned a club member for performing a Nazi salute during the Champions League playoff second leg against Benfica.
The individual was identified by security staff and immediately removed from the Santiago Bernabéu.
“Real Madrid condemns this type of gesture and expression that incites violence and hatred in sports and society,” the club stated, confirming an “immediate expulsion procedure” is underway via its disciplinary committee.
The incident followed allegations of racial abuse against Vinícius Júnior in the first leg. Midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni called the aggregate win a “victory for everyone who is against racism.”
He added, “But I think there are things more important than this match, and more important than football.”
Vinícius Júnior celebrated his decisive goal by posting a “no to racism” banner online, noting “the dance continues.”
Rosenior blasted players over dropped points.
Despite Real Madrid’s Champions League progression, Trent Alexander-Arnold faced harsh criticism from Spanish media outlets regarding his defensive reliability during the victory over Benfica.
Spanish media delivered a polarized response to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s display in Real Madrid’s 2-1 win against Benfica.
While AS noted he “changes the face of Real Madrid’s attack” with superior passing, Sport issued a scathing 5/10 rating.
The publication claimed “his marking is nonexistent,” suggesting the former Liverpool star was repeatedly outplayed by winger Andreas Schjelderup throughout the high-stakes European encounter.
The scrutiny intensified as Marca partially blamed the right-back for Benfica’s opening goal, noting he was “largely inactive” during the build-up.
Although his crossing remained a focal point, Mundo Deportivo dismissed his offensive output as “all crosses and more crosses.”
Critics argued that “his ability to deliver good crosses and accurate passes doesn’t compensate for his defensive fragility in demanding matches.”
Victor Osimhen admits he wants to avoid a Champions League “revenge” clash against Liverpool as Arne Slot’s injury-hit squad prepares for a challenging round of 16 draw.
Liverpool face a grueling Champions League knockout path as Arne Slot navigates a season marred by defensive injuries and domestic friction.
Despite their struggles, the Reds remain among the favorites heading into the last 16. Potential opponents include Atletico Madrid or Galatasaray, the latter having famously defeated Liverpool 1-0 in Istanbul last year.
The upcoming draw will determine if Slot can stabilize the club’s European ambitions.
Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen has expressed caution regarding a potential Anfield rematch, acknowledging the threat posed by the English giants.
“I mean to be honest with you, meeting Liverpool now is going to be like some sort of revenge,” Osimhen stated.
While the striker hopes to escape the “big dogs,” he insists his side has the fight required to ruin Liverpool’s plans for continental silverware.
🚨🏆 Champions League draw on Friday.
⚪️✨ Real Madrid to face Man City or Sporting.
🔴🔵 Paris St Germain to face Barça or Chelsea.
🔴🟡 Galatasaray to face Liverpool or Tottenham.
⚫️🔵 Atalanta to face FC Bayern or Arsenal.⚪️⚫️ Newcastle to face Barcelona or Chelsea.
🔴⚪️… pic.twitter.com/hGmaYUFCvh— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 25, 2026
Champions League draw on Friday.
Real Madrid to face Man City or Sporti
Paris St Germain to face Barça or Chelsea.
Galatasaray to face Liverpool or Tottenham.
Atalanta to face FC Bayern or Arsenal.
Newcastle to face Barcelona or Chelsea.
Atlético to face Liverpool or Tottenham.
Bayer 04 to face FC Bayern or Arsenal.
Bodø to face Man City or Sporting CP.
Gyokeres’ goals cost Arsenal millions.
"I'm disappointed in the performance of the team."
Victor Osimhen speaks candidly on Galatasaray's scare against Juventus 👇 pic.twitter.com/7tPdmO2fqi
— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) February 25, 2026