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Match report
Real Madrid 3-0 Pachuca: Vinicius, Mbappé and Rodrygo seal Intercontinental Cup
After winning the UEFA Super Cup in August, Real Madrid have now won their second trophy of the 2024-2025 season. On Wednesday they secured the Intercontinental Cup after a comfortable 3-0 win over Mexican side Pachuca.
Arsenal 3-2 Palace: Jesus Reborn scores hat-trick in comeback win before Christmas
Gabriel Jesus scored his first home goals in a year as his hat-trick helped Arsenal come from behind to beat Crystal Palace and reach the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Southampton 1-2 Liverpool: Núñez and Elliott score to send Reds to EFL Cup semi-final
The match is over and the final score is Southampton 1-2 Liverpool. Goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott ensure Arne Slot's Reds advance to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Monaco 2-4 PSG: Doue, Dembele and Ramos earn hard-fought victory for PSG
Ousmane Dembele struck twice as Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to beat Monaco 4-2 and move ten points clear at the Ligue 1 summit.
Roma 4-1 Sampdoria: Ranieri's side sealer final 8th spot, Dovbyk nets brace
Game is over and the final score is Roma 4-1 Sampdoria. Here is the match report.
These things happen
Amorim opens the door for 'great talent' Rashford to STAY at Man United
Ruben Amorim wants Marcus Rashford to stay at Manchester United despite the player's claims he is looking for a new challenge.
Amorim tells Rashford he is wrong if he announces his plan to quit before talking to him
RUBEN AMORIM says Marcus Rashford was wrong when he told the world he wants to leave Manchester United.
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City contact Barcelona star's agents
Barcelona had considered selling Raphinha last summer as they wanted to finance a move for Nico Williams. However, retaining the Brazilian has proven to be one of the Blaugrana's best decisions this season as he has exploded in form.
Rashford left out of Man United's League Cup squad… while Garnacho returns
Manchester United's Marcus Rashford has been left out of Ruben Amorim's squad for the game against Tottenham on Thursday evening.
Bellingham wins another trophy, Real Madrid becomes the first winner of a new tournament
JUDE BELLINGHAM has added another trophy to his cabinet.
Why Rashford is a perfect fit for Arsenal, but he must first choose money or career
MARCUS Rashford is at a crossroads.
The Alejandro Garnacho saga puts five clubs on red alert, but the Rashford problem surfaces
Alejandro Garnacho's uncertain future at Manchester United has put five clubs on red alert ahead of the January transfer window.
Vini sends a clear message to Real Madrid's hierarchy after a summer full of rumours
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior on Tuesday evening became the third player in the club's history to win the FIFA Best Award, after Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo. He received the award in Doha, Qatar, but made it clear he had no plans to stay there.
Arsenal star leaves after six years following bosses' decision not to renew contract
Kieran Tierney is reportedly set to leave Arsenal after six years at the club, following bosses' decision not to give him a new contract.
Salah, Palmer and Saka all analyzed to determine the best in the top flight
Liverpool's talisman who continues to defy age, Chelsea's rising superstar in west London or the ever-present Arsenal on the right wing?
Vini enjoys 'dream come true' as he adds Intercontinental Cup glory to FIFA Best
Vinicius Junior said it was “a dream come true” after capping a memorable 2024 with glory in the Intercontinental Cup.
Rashford's 'dream move' was revealed following the Man United star's admission
Marcus Rashford's dream destination has reportedly been revealed after he announced his intention to leave Manchester United for a 'new challenge'.
Revealed: EPL's Most Used Players in 2024 with Rice, Havertz & Caicedo in Top 10
Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk is rated among the top 20 footballers for minutes played in world football in 2024, while also amassing the most of any Premier League player.
What they say
Ex-defender: 'Real Madrid must take action with Vini because of his behavior'
Ex-Madrid centre-back Rafael Alkorta believes Vinícius Jr, who won the FIFA Men's Best Player award, is not a good role model for children.
Bayern star confesses love for Barcelona – 'My reference point, my favorite team'
Barcelona and Real Madrid often rely on their prestige and reputation to give them an edge in the transfer market, and on many occasions this has proven to be a bigger draw than extra money. A solid demonstration of the high regard in which footballers hold them is Jamal Musiala.
'The people who didn't vote for me…' – Vinicius opens his speech about the Ballon d'Or
On Wednesday, Real Madrid lifted their second trophy of the season when they defeated Pachuca 3-0 in the Intercontinental Cup. Vinicius Junior provided a goal and an assist in Doha, resulting in him being named Player of the Tournament.
Vinicius defiant in social media post: 'Nobody tells me how to behave'
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior was reportedly disappointed not to receive the Ballon d'Or two months ago, but after winning the top prize in the FIFA Best Awards he has made it clear he believes he is the best player in the world is. The Brazilian narrowly beat Manchester City's Rodri Hernandez to the prize, while Jude Bellingham, Dani Carvajal and Lamine Yamal completed the top five.
Matches of the day
UEFA Europa Conference League
Chelsea VS Shamrock Rovers 2024/12/19 20:00 UTC
Coppa Italy
Inter Milan VS Udinese 2024/12/19 20:00 UTC
EFL Cup
Hotspur VS Man United 2024/12/19 20:00 UTC
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