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• Hugo Ekitike out of the World Cup and rest of Liverpool’s season

  Liverpool’s £79million striker Hugo Ekitike is set to miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering a suspected ruptured Achilles tendon during Tuesday’s Champions League clash. ​Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike faces a lengthy layoff after sustaining a serious injury during the Champions League quarter-final defeat to PSG. Reports from France suggest the 23-year-old has suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon, which would sideline him for the remainder of the season and this summer’s World Cup. The forward was stretchered off after just 30 minutes, leaving Arne Slot’s side without their top scorer. ​Reflecting on the situation, Arne Slot noted: “Hugo looks really bad but it is difficult to say how bad. Let’s see. It doesn’t look good, that is clear.” Teammate Ibrahima Konate added: “I think it is bad. I don’t know, I have heard many things, I have no word to talk about that because with the World Cup coming it is very, very hard for him.”

• The 40-year-old and the ‘best keeper in the world’ who stole the show from $950m worth of talent

  Bayern Munich and Arsenal secured first-leg victories in the Champions League quarter-finals, but it was the goalkeepers who dominated the headlines. Manuel Neuer, at 40, delivered a stellar performance for Bayern in their 2-1 win against Real Madrid, making crucial saves that earned him praise as the MVP. Meanwhile, David Raya’s heroics for Arsenal in their 1-0 victory over Sporting Lisbon led Kai Havertz to declare him the ‘best keeper in the world’ over the last two seasons.

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• Liverpool’s ruthlessness problem highlighted by Arne Slot after mid-week loss

  Arne Slot has identified Liverpool’s inability to capitalize on chances as a primary factor in their inconsistent season, with statistics confirming the Reds possess the Premier League’s lowest shot-on-target ratio.

  ​Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has criticized his team’s lack of ruthlessness following a 1-0 Champions League loss to Galatasaray.

  Despite dominating possession, the Reds failed to convert crucial opportunities.

  “You have to give credit to the way when they get a chance they play it like it’s the last chance of their lives,” Slot remarked. “It’s definitely something we can learn from.”

  ​Statistical data supports Slot’s frustration, revealing only 28.7% of Liverpool’s shots have been on target this season—the lowest in the Premier League.

  While the club ranks second for total attempts, their “big chance” conversion rate of 32.6% trails significantly behind top-four rivals Chelsea and Manchester City.

  Slot warned that this mental fragility has repeatedly allowed struggling opponents to eke out unexpected results.

• Barcelona chief makes bold Erling Haaland admission ahead of summer transfer window

  Barcelona board member Joan Soler insists the club can afford Erling Haaland or Julian Alvarez this summer despite long-standing financial concerns.  

  ​Barcelona board member Joan Soler has sensationally claimed the club can afford marquee signings like Erling Haaland or Julian Alvarez this summer.

  Despite documented economic struggles, Soler told Cadena Ser:

  “Yes, we could sign players like Julian Alvarez or Erling Haaland. These transfers will pay for themselves within five years, and Barcelona’s finances are ready for it.” The club seeks a successor for Robert Lewandowski.

  ​While Soler remains optimistic, he warned that Barca must respect strict wage caps to maintain stability.

  Reports suggest Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush is a primary “Plan B” if Atletico Madrid’s £130.8 million valuation of Alvarez proves prohibitive.

  Soler noted: “We have set ourselves a limit, and we will not exceed it. We must sign players at market prices while keeping an eye on our wage structure.”

• Player Ratings: Frenkie de Jong 9, inspires Barcelona to win against Levante

  Barcelona dominated Levante 3-0 at the Spotify Camp Nou, highlighted by a masterclass from Joao Cancelo and a long-range beauty from Fermin Lopez.

  Barcelona successfully snapped a two-match losing streak on Sunday afternoon, securing a convincing 3-0 win against Levante at the Spotify Camp Nou.

  Early strikes from Marc Bernal and Frenkie de Jong set the tone before Fermin Lopez punctuated the performance with a long-range stunner.

  While the scoreline was comfortable, the Catalans’ creative dominance suggested they could have easily doubled their tally.

  Barcelona Player Ratings

  ​Joan Garcia – 8

  The goalkeeper enjoyed a relatively quiet afternoon thanks to Barcelona’s suffocating possession. When called upon, Garcia displayed sharp reflexes and looked incredibly composed with the ball at his feet, ensuring a clean sheet and helping launch attacks from the back.

  ​Joao Cancelo – 10

  In what was arguably the finest left-back performance seen at the club in years, the winter signing was untouchable. Cancelo’s relentless movement and pinpoint crossing terrorized the Levante flanks, and he provided a sublime assist for De Jong’s goal.

  ​Gerard Martin – 7

  Partnering Eric Garcia in the heart of the defense, Martin provided a stable foundation. He dealt well with Levante’s attempts to play over the top, though a first-half yellow card forced him to adopt a more measured and cautious approach for the remainder of the contest.

  ​Eric Garcia – 8.5

  Acting as the vocal leader of the backline, Garcia was flawless in his reading of the game. He combined perfectly timed tackles with elite ball progression, ultimately setting up the opening goal with a clever delivery into the area.

  ​Jules Kounde – 7

  Despite some pre-match tactical ambiguity regarding his role, Kounde settled at right-back. He linked up effectively with Lamine Yamal, though his performance was occasionally slowed by hesitant decision-making when presented with crossing opportunities.

  ​Marc Bernal – 8

  The young midfielder justified Hansi Flick’s faith by opening the scoring just minutes into the game with a gritty, full-stretch finish. Beyond the goal, Bernal’s physical presence was vital in anchoring the midfield and snuffing out Levante’s transition attempts.

  ​Frenkie de Jong – 9

  The captain led by example, timing a late run perfectly to meet Cancelo’s cross for his first league goal of the campaign. He was the heartbeat of the side, circulating possession and drifting into advanced left-sided pockets to link the play.

  ​Dani Olmo – 6.5

  It was a frustrating day for Olmo, who struggled to find his rhythm in the congested central areas. While his distribution remained professional, a few heavy touches prevented him from maximizing the creative openings provided by his teammates.

  ​Lamine Yamal – 7.5

  Once again, the teenager was Barcelona’s primary source of chaos. He consistently bypassed Manuel Sanchez on the wing; while his final ball was slightly inconsistent in the first half, his overall gravity and technical brilliance eventually earned him an assist for the final goal.

  ​Robert Lewandowski – 6

  The veteran striker took on a deeper role than usual, attempting to facilitate play rather than just finishing it. Consequently, he found himself starved of high-quality chances inside the box and failed to make his usual impact on the scoresheet.

  ​Raphinha – 7

  While the ball didn’t often fall to him in threatening positions, Raphinha’s work rate was exemplary. He functioned as a “warrior” in Flick’s high-pressing system, making life miserable for Levante defenders whenever they tried to build from the back.

  ​Fermin Lopez – 8

  Introduced as part of a triple change, Fermin needed little time to make his mark. He unleashed a signature “golazo” from distance, striking the ball with such ferocity that the Levante keeper stood no chance, effectively killing off the contest.

  ​Barcelona dominated Levante 3-0 at the Spotify Camp Nou, highlighted by a masterclass from Joao Cancelo and a long-range beauty from Fermin Lopez