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1 week ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Real Madrid missed the chance to snatch a 2-1 victory in Xabi Alonso’s first game in charge, with Fede Valverde having his penalty saved in the 92nd minute to keep it 1-1. Alonso wasn’t the only managerial debut in the fixture, as Simone Inzaghi took charge of his first game for Al Hilal, coaching a decent display from his side for their first outing. Madrid held 52% possession in the match, taking 19 shots in total and creating four “big chances”.
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1 week ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Manchester City have started their Club World Cup campaign with a routine 2-0 win over Wydad AC, as both Phil Foden and Jeremy Doku found the net in the first half. Pep Guardiola’s side held 66% possession, creating six “big chances” and getting 15 shots off (six on target). On the other hand, Wydad did manage to fashion 12 shots from their 32% share of possession, creating one “big chance” in the match.
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1 week ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Squawka / Features / The 10 best Aston Villa kits of the Premier League era Aston Villa have released their new 2025-26 away kit for the Premier League season and it looks an absolute stunner. From unforgettable goals to iconic players, Aston Villa kits have long told stories far beyond just fabric and design. Here’s our countdown of the 10 greatest Villans kits in the Premier League era, each one tied to glory, nostalgia, or pure design brilliance.
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3 weeks ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Portugal managed to win their first game against Germany since the year 2000, winning 2-1 after going 1-0 down in the 48th minute, booking their place in the UEFA Nations League final. Florian Wirtz who could be on his to Liverpool this summer gave Germany the lead, heading it home from a lovely clipped pass over the top from Joshua Kimmich. But Portugal ramped things up after conceding, bringing Nelson Semedo, Francisco Conceicao and Vitinha from the bench.
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3 weeks ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Liverpool look set to break the bank this summer after already signing Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, as they take aim at the German outfit once more for Florian Wirtz. Arne Slot became the first Premier League manager in history to win nine of his first ten games incharge, guiding Liverpool to their 20th league title in his debut season.
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1 month ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Chelsea became the first European team to win every UEFA Competition, completing the set with their 4-1 victory over Real Betis to win the Conference League final. Enzo Maresca has got one over on his very first coaching mentor, beating Manuel Pellegrini in a game of two halves and delivering Chelsea their first trophy since 2021. The Blues’ lost the first half 1-0, keeping 66% possession of the ball but only managing four shots with one on target, creating zero “big chances”.
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1 month ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Chelsea are set to face Real Betis in Wroclaw in less than 24 hours, attempting to complete the European set, becoming the first side to win all four major UEFA competitions. The Blues have already won the Cup Winners’ Cup (1971 & 1998), the Europa League (2013 & 2019) and the Champions League (2012 & 2021). The UEFA Conference League would complete their European trophy set, but they will have to beat Enzo Maresca’s tactical tutor, Manuel Pellegrini and his relentless Real Betis side.
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1 month ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Published: 19:18, 17 May 2025 Oliver Glasner has managed to deliver Crystal Palace their first major trophy, having already lost two FA Cup finals in the past 25 years. Eberechi Eze’s 16th minute goal ended up being the winner as the Eagles beat Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City 1-0. Palace held just 22% of the ball throughout the match, taking just seven shots compared to City’s 23 shots and 78% possession, but the only stats that will matter to Palace fans after this one is the scoreline.
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1 month ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
With just one Premier League game to go for Chelsea, their Champions League fate will be decided on the final day against Nottingham Forest, after a rollercoaster season which has seen them hit the heights of 2nd in the league, but has also seen them go on a five game winless streak in the Christmas period.
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1 month ago | 
squawka.com | Connor Holden
Published: 12:30, 17 May 2025 Brighton and Hove Albion host Liverpool at the Amex Stadium on Monday 19th May at 8pm in what could be a big game for Seagulls in their race to finish eighth and potentially secure Conference League football next season. Liverpool have already secured the Premier League title, with this end of the season period now allowing Arne Slot to assess his squad depth ahead of the new campaign a few weeks early, making changes to his starting XI.
