📋✅ Our starting XI!
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— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) February 25, 2026

Despite his status as a club legend, John Terry faces ongoing frustration as Chelsea continues to overlook him for both permanent and interim coaching roles.

John Terry admitted he felt “frustrated” after being bypassed for Chelsea’s recent caretaker vacancy. Despite holding a UEFA Pro Licence since 2021, the former captain was ignored in favor of under-21 coach Calum McFarlane.

Terry remarked, “I feel like I should have been part of that,” noting that the club’s sporting directors chose not to include him for unknown reasons.

The club remains wary of the “media circus” Terry might attract due to past controversies. While he currently mentors academy players two days a month, his public commentary on team tactics has reportedly caused internal bewilderment.

Consequently, the man who made 715 appearances and won five Premier League titles remains distanced from the dugout, with his dream of managing the Blues appearing increasingly out of reach.

The German Bundesliga has overtaken LaLiga as the world's second most lucrative league.

1. Premier League 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
2. Bundesliga 🇩🇪
3. LaLiga 🇪🇸

Real Madrid however remains the world's most lucrative club. pic.twitter.com/OFXKQWEjxv

— HF World (@hfworld_) February 25, 2026

Snoop Dogg visits Swansea City for the first time as a co-owner.

The American rapper became a minority owner of the Championship club last July.

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— Sky News (@SkyNews) February 25, 2026

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has advised Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze to drop deeper to influence matches after observing the midfielder struggle with high positioning against Tottenham.

Rio Ferdinand has urged Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze to adjust his starting position to become more influential during matches.

Despite Eze scoring against Tottenham, Ferdinand felt the midfielder remained too isolated for long periods.

Ferdinand noted: “I just think his actual starting position is too high. I know he’s doing that to pin back the Spurs backline… but it’s actually going against him.”

The pundit believes Eze is most dangerous when dropping deep to dictate play and engage defenders directly.

Suggesting a more proactive approach, Ferdinand explained: “Eze needs to face the game. He needs to see the game, face it and start probing.”

He argued that playing one-twos and drawing opponents out of position would allow the England international to truly dominate.

The Spanish Referees’ Committee (CTA) has officially admitted that Girona’s winning goal against Barcelona on February 16 was illegitimate, sparking a sharp social media response from the Catalan club as they maintain a narrow lead in La Liga.

The Spanish Referees’ Committee and RFEF confirmed that a crucial VAR error allowed Girona’s winning goal against Barcelona to stand despite a clear foul on Jules Kounde.

Officials acknowledged Manchester City loanee Claudio Echeverri committed a “reckless stamp” during the build-up.

Barcelona responded via social media with a pointed swipe at the officiating standards, stating: “Owning a mistake is a big step. Avoiding it is the next.”

Despite the 2-1 defeat, Hansi Flick’s side reclaimed the top spot in La Liga with a victory over Levante.

Tensions remain high as the club continues to complain about officiating inconsistencies following a separate disallowed goal in the Copa del Rey.

While Flick remained composed, winger Raphinha was far more critical, suggesting Barcelona often play under “different rules” compared to their primary title rivals.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Eddie Howe has set a new record for the most Champions League wins (6) by an English manager in a single season.

Sir Bobby Robson with Newcastle (2002-03) and Graham Potter with Chelsea (2022-23) had 5 wins each.#NUFC pic.twitter.com/Poyr2ROhvm

— Olt Sports (@oltsport_) February 24, 2026

Girona’s winning goal against Barcelona last week should have been disallowed, the Spanish Referee’s Committee [CTA] said on Tuesday.

“In an individual duel outside the penalty area, a Girona forward steps on a Barcelona defender’s foot with his studs just before laying the ball off to a teammate,” the RFEF and CTA said.

🚨⚪️⚫️ Victor Osimhen: “Juventus is one of the most important clubs, rich in history and a ton of legends have played for this team”.

“Playing here would be a privilege. I’m happy at Gala but you never know in future. 90% of footballers in the world would want to play for Juve”. pic.twitter.com/5GAqaW1Brg

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 24, 2026

Arne Slot’s Liverpool could welcome back star summer signing Florian Wirtz and defender Jeremie Frimpong for Saturday’s match against West Ham, providing a vital lift to their Champions League qualification hopes.

​Liverpool manager Arne Slot is hopeful of welcoming back key players for Saturday’s crucial Anfield fixture against West Ham. Florian Wirtz, a £100 million signing, could make a swift return after being withdrawn late from the Nottingham Forest lineup. Additionally, Jeremie Frimpong is expected back in training following a groin injury. Slot admitted that securing a Champions League berth “will be an acceptable season.”

​While the return of Wirtz and Frimpong is promising, several long-term absentees remain sidelined. Record signing Alexander Isak is running on grass but remains weeks away from full training, while Wataru Endo and Jayden Danns are targeting April returns. Crucial defenders Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni are both ruled out until pre-season, leaving Slot to navigate the final eleven games with a rotating squad.