Christian Poulsen

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Jan 23, 2025 | lllonline.substack.com | Christian Poulsen

Vinicius Junior with the Man of the Match award. The result keeps Madrid’s knockout stage dreams alive as they chase a top-eight finish in the league phase.

Jan 7, 2025 | lllonline.substack.com | Christian Poulsen

For Valencia, the tie offers a chance to ease the pressure of a turbulent La Liga campaign, where they languish in 19th place. Meanwhile, second-tier Eldense will look to channel the "magic of the cup" as they aim to knock out their illustrious visitors. Eldense, promoted to the Segunda División in 2023, are enduring a difficult season, sitting 19th in the table. They’ve gone six league games without a win, but their Copa del Rey form has been a different story.

Nov 21, 2024 | lllonline.substack.com | Christian Poulsen

Few tales in football are as intertwined as Lionel Messi’s and FC Barcelona’s. From his arrival as a shy 13-year-old at La Masia to becoming the world’s greatest-ever player, Messi’s story is one of triumph, passion, and an unmatched bond with a city and its fans. Yet, that beautiful relationship has been strained since his tearful departure in 2021. Now, with Messi set to play a prominent role at Barcelona’s 125th-anniversary gala on November 29th, there are signs of reconciliation.

Nov 15, 2024 | lllonline.substack.com | Christian Poulsen

Luis de la Fuente spoke to the media at the pre-match press conference, where he stated that Spain aim to finish top of the group. The reigning European champions, already assured of a place in the quarter-finals, require just a draw to clinch top spot in Group A4, while Denmark, led by new manager Brian Riemer, will aim for a result to keep their hopes of finishing first alive.