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Chelsea FC face a near-impossible path to the Champions League:
• Aston Villa must win Europa League
• Villa must finish 5th
• Chelsea must win 2+ games and finish 6th
Six straight losses. Qualification now looks more like hope than reality.
Yesterday
FIFA is locked in a high-stakes standoff with broadcasters in India and China over 2026 World Cup rights, risking a blackout for nearly a quarter of the global digital audience.
Millions of soccer fans in India and China, the world's two most populous nations, may not be able to watch the World Cup starting next month due to a deadlock over broadcast rights in India and no official decision in China https://t.co/3ZwEdYuFrG pic.twitter.com/0T8CORovne
— Reuters Business (@ReutersBiz) May 4, 2026
A massive broadcast deadlock threatens to leave millions of soccer fans in India and China in the dark just weeks before the 2026 World Cup. In India, a Reliance-Disney joint venture offered $20 million a fraction of FIFA’s valuation. “FIFA is looking for a similar amount for this edition,” a source noted, referencing the $60 million paid in 2022.
Negotiations are hampered by time zones and economic shifts. “Football is a niche segment in India,” one source explained, while an advertising slowdown linked to regional wars further erodes revenue hopes. FIFA maintains that “discussions in China and India… are ongoing and must remain confidential.” With the tournament starting June 11, experts describe the situation as “the end of a chess game with a couple of moves left.”
Michael Carrick is closing in on the Manchester United manager’s job permanently, per talkSPORT. Since his January appointment, United have collected 32 Premier League points — more than any other side — climbing from seventh to Champions League qualification. No external candidates have been approached, dressing room support is strong, and formal talks are expected imminently.
Does Michael Carrick deserve the Manchester United job permanently or has he simply inherited a squad good enough to manage itself?
Michael Carrick has made Premier League history after guiding Manchester United to a 3-2 win over Liverpool. He became the first English manager to win at least 8 of his first 9 home league games. United’s victory confirms third place and Champions League qualification, marking a strong debut managerial run at Old Trafford.
Tottenham moved out of the relegation zone after a 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
Tottenham climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with a 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Villa Park. Goals from Conor Gallagher and Richarlison sealed a vital away victory, while Villa fans left early in frustration after a poor display. Spurs now sit just above West Ham with three games left. The result boosts their survival hopes and continues Villa’s inconsistent run under pressure.
Al Nassr’s historic 20-game winning streak came crashing down in a 3-1 defeat to Al Qadsiah, ending the longest run in the club’s history. Ronaldo, 41, scored 11 goals in 14 appearances during the streak — but fell two wins short of his own 22-game benchmark set with Real Madrid in 2014-15. The Saudi Pro League title race still has three games to go.
Al Nassr have 3 games left and the Saudi Pro League title is still in their hands — do you think Ronaldo wins his first Saudi league title this season? YES or NO?
03-May-2026
Hair-pulling red cards are fuelling fresh debate over whether football laws and VAR need reform.
Hair pulling has emerged as football’s latest refereeing controversy after Sunderland defender Dan Ballard was sent off in a 1-1 draw at Wolves. Ballard became the third player this season dismissed for grabbing an opponent’s hair, following Everton’s Michael Keane and Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez.
Under current laws, hair pulling is treated as violent conduct, carrying automatic red cards and three-match bans. Sunderland boss Regis le Bris argued Ballard’s action was accidental, saying, “When the forward has long hair, it’s hard.”
Former striker Wayne Rooney blasted the law, saying, “It is ridiculous. The law has to change.” Critics say VAR has magnified incidents once missed by referees. Former official Darren Cann suggested creating a separate offence with bans based on severity.
Debate now centres on whether all hair pulls deserve violent conduct punishment in modern football rules today.
02-May-2026
The Champions League return leg between Bayern and PSG has sparked fury as secondary market tickets hit a staggering €8,000. Official prices were just €19–€200 by category.
Now with official seats long gone, desperate fans are facing “extortionate” costs to witness the showdown in Munich. Is any match worth a house deposit? The beautiful game is getting very expensive.
Atletico Madrid face a mounting injury crisis ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final second leg at Arsenal. Julian Alvarez (ankle), David Hancko (knock), and Giuliano Simeone (knock) are minor doubts.
Major concerns include Pablo Barrios, Jose Gimenez, and Nico Gonzalez—all battling muscle injuries. Alexander Sorloth missed Valencia through muscular issues but should return. The first leg ended 1-1, with Alvarez’s penalty cancelling Viktor Gyokeres’ opener.
"We never stopped believing and we're not going to"
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 2, 2026
Viktor Gyökeres reacts after scoring two goals and grabbing an assist against Fulham 🔥 pic.twitter.com/ROWI1YOlti
“At this stage, we have to win the games that are left. We showed a good performance and are happy to have got the three points.
“I think we always go into games believing we’re going to play well and create a lot of chances. Today we did that and we enjoyed it.
“We never stopped believing. We’re not going to. That’s how it is and we keep going. We just need to focus on the next game.
“It’s been good. We’ve had some good results. We’re on a good path, but we have to stay there and keep going like this.”
On Arsenal’s silverware hopes: “It’s not so many games left now. We’re in a good position now, so of course [we have a good chance].”