Real Madrid confirm Kylian Mbappé is receiving treatment from French doctors and will not undergo surgery for his sprained knee.

He has already missed four games this season due to ongoing knee problems since December. pic.twitter.com/OD1bybk9B6

— B/R Football (@brfootball) March 2, 2026

📋✅ ¡Nuestro XI inicial!
🆚 @GetafeCF
👉 @UnicajaBanco pic.twitter.com/6NZ0CgM2wL

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) March 2, 2026

Arsenal’s set-piece coach Nicolas Jover has signed a new contract until 2027 that includes financial rewards for every goal the team scores from dead-ball scenarios.

Arsenal set-piece coach Nicolas Jover has secured a unique contract featuring bonuses for goals scored from dead-ball situations.

Following independent negotiations in 2025, the 44-year-old’s deal now runs until 2027, matching manager Mikel Arteta’s terms.

Jover’s tactical expertise has made the Gunners the league’s most lethal side from corners, scoring twice in Sunday’s victory over Chelsea to reach 16 corner goals this season.

The North London club has now equaled the all-time Premier League record for corner goals in a single campaign.

Arteta, who brought Jover from Manchester City in 2021, previously praised him “as a person and the relationship that we have.”

With nine match-winning goals coming from corners this term, Jover’s specialized role has become a cornerstone of Arsenal’s push for the league title.

🚨⚪️⚫️ Weston McKennie’s new deal at Juventus, signed and sealed as expected.

It will be valid for the next four years. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/abttCcOarv

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 2, 2026

🚨 Eduardo Camavinga will miss today’s game against Getafe but he has no serious injury.

Tooth ace is the reason behind his absence, as Cope reports. pic.twitter.com/dQMyWHYHuv

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 2, 2026

The Premier League has deleted a social media video mocking Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario after the club lodged a formal complaint regarding “unprofessional” banter on official channels.

​The Premier League has removed a social media post poking fun at Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario following a direct complaint from the North London club.

The video highlighted a mishit free-kick during Spurs’ 2-1 loss to Fulham, captioned with mocking emojis.

While Tottenham officials acknowledged they are open to public criticism, they felt such “banter” was inappropriate coming from the league’s official 44.9-million-follower account.

​The controversy arrives as pressure mounts on interim head coach Igor Tudor, whose winless start has left Tottenham 16th in the table.

Spurs sit just four points above the relegation zone after failing to secure a victory in 2026.

Both the Premier League and Tottenham declined to comment on the deletion, as the club shifts focus to a crucial Thursday night fixture against Crystal Palace.

Declan Rice has downplayed injury concerns with a reassuring social media post after being substituted during Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Chelsea, which kept the Gunners five points clear at the top.

​Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice appears to have avoided a serious setback after limping off during Sunday’s London derby.

While Mikel Arteta admitted the England international would require assessment before Wednesday’s clash with Brighton, Rice took to Instagram to reassure supporters.

“Declan had to be substituted, so he’s going to have to get checked and see if he’s available for Wednesday,” Arteta noted following the win.

​Despite the manager’s cautious stance, Rice shared a celebratory image with the caption “keep pushing,” signaling optimism regarding his fitness.

His potential availability is crucial as Arsenal navigates a congested schedule featuring the FA Cup and Champions League.

Arteta remains hopeful about his squad’s overall health, stating of David Raya’s late knock, “I don’t know what happened in that action… But overall, very happy.”

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa is considering handing 18-year-old midfielder Thiago Pitarch his first La Liga start in Monday’s derby against Getafe, as Eduardo Camavinga struggles with a severe toothache.

​Real Madrid face a late selection dilemma for tonight’s clash with Getafe at the Santiago Bernabéu. Regular starter Eduardo Camavinga is a major doubt after missing final training due to dental issues.

While Brahim Diaz is an experienced alternative, reports suggest Arbeloa is leaning toward Thiago Pitarch.

The 18-year-old, who excelled under Arbeloa at Castilla, is poised to occupy the left-sided midfield role.

​The potential inclusion of Pitarch marks a bold move for Arbeloa as he looks to maintain pressure on league leaders Barcelona.

Pitarch has previously made brief cameos in the Champions League but has yet to feature in domestic competition.

If selected, he will join Fede Valverde, Arda Guler, and Aurelien Tchouameni in a youthful quartet designed to break down Getafe’s defensive block.

Michael Carrick has matched the record for the best nine-game start in Premier League history after guiding Manchester United to a 2-1 comeback victory against Crystal Palace.

​Michael Carrick has equalled the Premier League record for the most points earned in a manager’s first nine matches, securing 23 from a possible 27.

United’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, fueled by goals from Bruno Fernandes and Benjamin Sesko, solidified Carrick’s status as the leading candidate for the permanent role.

“The boys responded ever so well. It was a big thing for us,” Carrick noted.

​The victory marks United’s return to third place as they navigate a successful transition following Ruben Amorim’s departure.

Carrick, who previously served as caretaker in 2021, has masterminded six wins in his last seven outings.

Reflecting on his side’s first home deficit under his tenure, Carrick explained: “It was more, how do we react? It’s been going in our favour, it was something I’ve been waiting for.”

Mikel Arteta admitted his heart almost stopped during David Raya’s last-gasp save that preserved Arsenal’s 2-1 win over ten-man Chelsea and maintained their five-point lead at the summit.

​Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised David Raya’s late-game heroics following a tense victory over Chelsea.

The goalkeeper produced a spectacular full-stretch save to deny Alejandro Garnacho in stoppage time, securing three points after goals from William Saliba and Jurriën Timber.

Reflecting on the final moment, Arteta confessed, “the save he made in the last action — it was an unbelievable shot and my heart almost stopped.”

​Despite the win, Arteta expressed concern over Arsenal’s lack of control against ten men and revealed a potential injury blow.

Midfielder Declan Rice requested a substitution due to discomfort and faces a fitness test before Wednesday’s clash with Brighton.

Arteta remained focused on the narrow title race, stating, “the feeling that you have to continue to win and win and win… it is not enough to open a gap.”