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🚨 David Villa returns to Atlético Madrid as advisor and part of the Board of Directors.
“I’m very happy to return to the club with new responsibilities, but with the same desire to keep helping make Atlético Madrid bigger season after season. The club has experienced several… pic.twitter.com/VrO3NC2X9O
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 12, 2026
Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie has dismissed criticism from Liverpool manager Arne Slot regarding the Gunners’ physical reliance on set pieces, insisting that winning is more important than aesthetic appeal.
Arsenal’s Piero Hincapie has hit back at Arne Slot’s claims that the Premier League’s physical approach to set pieces makes games “not a joy” to watch.
The Liverpool boss expressed frustration over officiating leniency, contrasting the league with the Eredivisie.
Defending Arsenal’s style, Hincapie stated, “The most important thing for me is that we are successful and don’t do anything illegal in the process.”
The Gunners currently lead the Premier League by seven points, largely due to their dead-ball efficiency under coach Nico Jover.
Slot suggested referees allow too much contact on goalkeepers, but Hincapie remains indifferent to the skepticism.
“You can’t always win beautifully,” the defender added. Liverpool now face a crucial Champions League second leg against Galatasaray, trailing 1-0 after a disappointing first-leg performance in Istanbul.
United’s Gabriel trains with seniors.
Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky has addressed his humiliating 17-minute substitution against Atletico Madrid, describing the experience as a “nightmare” while thanking supporters for their messages.
Antonin Kinsky has spoken out after being ruthlessly substituted just 17 minutes into Tottenham’s 5-2 defeat at Atletico Madrid.
The 22-year-old made two catastrophic errors, leading to a 3-0 deficit before manager Igor Tudor hooked him for Guglielmo Vicario.
On Instagram, Kinsky reflected on the ordeal, writing, “Thanks for the messages. From dream to nightmare to dream again. See you.”
Igor Tudor defended the rare decision, claiming it was necessary to “preserve” the young goalkeeper during a fragile moment for the team.
“Tony is a very good goalkeeper. It was for me the right decision,” Tudor explained, while admitting he had never made such a move in 15 years of coaching.
Kinsky is expected to return to the bench for Sunday’s clash against Liverpool.
📊 With seven defeats in 14 games, Pep Guardiola is the manager with most losses to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Brink. pic.twitter.com/5czMw4DIbP
— HF World (@hfworld_) March 12, 2026
Yesterday
Bayer Leverkusen boss Kasper Hjulmand criticized the late penalty decision that allowed Arsenal to secure a 1-1 draw, insisting the pressure now shifts entirely to Mikel Arteta’s side for the return leg.
Bayer Leverkusen head coach Kasper Hjulmand expressed fury over the 89th-minute penalty that denied his side a first-leg victory.
Noni Madueke went down following minimal contact from Malik Tillman, allowing Kai Havertz to equalize. “I don’t see a penalty there, but that’s how it is,” Hjulmand stated.
Despite the setback, he believes the draw places a significant psychological burden on the Gunners.
Mikel Arteta admitted relief after the late drama, acknowledging his team’s sluggish start to the second half.
While Hjulmand praised Robert Andrich’s leadership, Arteta highlighted the irony of Havertz scoring against his former employers.
“Football is a funny game. He came back to his old club and scored,” Arteta remarked. Both sides now turn their focus to domestic fixtures before next Tuesday’s decider.
Jorgensen’s error doomed Chelsea’s chances.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto sparked a late confrontation at the Parc des Princes after shoving a ball boy during the closing stages of his side’s Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.
Chelsea’s Pedro Neto was involved in a controversial stoppage-time incident during Wednesday’s 5-2 loss to Paris Saint-Germain.
Frustrated by a delay in play, the Portuguese international shoved a ball boy in the chest while attempting to retrieve the ball for a throw-in.
The youngster fell backward into an advertising board but appeared unharmed and was quickly comforted by several Paris Saint-Germain players.
The altercation triggered a heated exchange between both sets of players as PSG stars confronted Neto over his actions.
Despite the physical nature of the shove and the ensuing tension on the touchline, the match referee opted not to issue a booking or any formal punishment.
The incident marred a difficult night for the Blues, who now face a significant first-leg deficit.
BODO GLIMT'IN PERİ MASALI DEVAM EDİYOR. pic.twitter.com/H7h4H3mpnq
— L'Europe (@leuropefootball) March 11, 2026
PSG dominates Chelsea in Champions League.