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Late goals give Barca win in Villarreal
FC Barcelona rode their luck to win 3-1 away to Villarreal thanks to two late goals against the run of play when the home side were in control of the game and creating chances.
The result was harsh on Villarreal who were pressing for a winning goal when a bad defensive error gifted Barca their second goal of the game late on Saturday night.
Barca coach Xavi Hernandez again put faith in youth with Gavi, Nico Gonzalez and Abde in his starting 11 and his side started strongly with Abde, who played as a right wing-back, seeing Geronimo Rulli tip his header onto the bar.
Memphis Depay also went close for Barca, while Gavi’s shot hit the outside of the post before Villarreal began to take control, with Moi Gomez and Alfonso Pedraza causing problems down their left flank, Xinhua reports. Yeremy Pino headed just over for Villarreal, while Arnaut Danjuma fired wide and then his shot straight at Marc Andre Ter Stegen as the home side controlled the closing minutes of the half.
Villarreal also had a penalty claim turned down after Pique clearly blocked a shot from Danjuma with his arm, but inexplicably the VAR didn’t enter to inform the referee of a penalty that appeared to be very clear.
Barca took the lead early in the second half with Frenkie De Jong scoring after a flick from Depay, which was given after a long VAR review. The game became scrappy for a while with Ousmane Dembele replacing Abde and Jordi Alba had to go off injured and was replaced by Oscar Mingueza with 20 minutes left to play.
Samuel Chukwueze levelled for Villarreal in the 76th minute with a first time shot after a move involving Manu Trigueros and Danjuma and the Nigerian was close to setting Trigueros up for a second a couple of minutes later.
Villarreal had a second wind with Pervis Estupinan seeing a shot blocked before Trigueros and then Danjuma both fired wide. The home side were in control but in the 87th minute Memphis scored the winner after a dreadful error from Estupinan, who headed Ter Stegen’s long clearance to the striker, who kept his calm to round Rulli and score from a tight angle.
Coutinho made it 3-1 in injury time from the penalty spot after being fouled by Juan Foyth. Valencia and Rayo Vallecano drew 1-1 in the Mestalla Stadium, with Carlos Soler scoring a first half penalty to put Valencia ahead, while Isi scored from close range in the 64th minute to give Rayo a point they thoroughly deserved.
Goals from Santi Mina and Iago Aspas gave Celta a 2-1 win away to Alaves, who had equalised through their top scorer Joselu. Defences were on top from start to finish as Mallorca and Getafe drew 0-0 in the pouring rain, although Getafe will see the point as a sign of their continued improvement since the arrival of Quique Sanchez Flores as first team coach.
International
₹136 Crore Per Year To Luxury Suite At Training Ground: All About Kylian Mbappe’s Bumper Deal At Real Madrid
In a move that has captivated football enthusiasts worldwide, Kylian Mbappe has officially transferred from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid as of Tuesday.
This long-anticipated switch concludes months of speculation and excitement among fans.
Real Madrid’s Exciting Acquisition
Real Madrid announced on Monday that they had secured a deal with the French superstar for the next five seasons, merging one of football’s brightest talents with its most illustrious club.
This deal follows years of interest from Madrid, eager to bring in the player seen as the heir to Lionel Messi’s throne in the sport.
Financial Details of Mbappe’s Move
The 25-year-old Parisian will reportedly earn 15 million Euros net per season at Real Madrid, translating to over ₹136 crores annually. This figure breaks down to an impressive ₹2.6 crore per week.
While this is a significant reduction from the €75 million net per year he received at PSG, the shortfall will be offset by a massive signing bonus. The bonus, around €150 million, will be disbursed over the course of his contract.
Perks and Anticipated Debuts
Aside from his substantial salary, Mbappe will enjoy a private luxury suite at Real Madrid’s training facility and will sport the iconic No.9 jersey, previously worn by legendary striker Karim Benzema.
His anticipated debut for Real Madrid will occur during the preseason, with their first friendly against AC Milan at Soldier Field in Chicago on July 31.
His competitive debut is expected in the UEFA Super Cup, where Real Madrid will take on Europa League winners Atalanta in Warsaw, Poland, on August 14.
Mbappe’s Stellar PSG Legacy
Mbappe joined PSG from Monaco in 2017 for €180 million and has since become the club’s all-time leading scorer.
Throughout his seven-year tenure in Paris, he consistently demonstrated his scoring prowess, netting at least 30 goals in six of those seasons. His move to Real Madrid marks the next chapter in an already illustrious career, as he aims to further his legacy at one of the world’s most storied football clubs.
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ENG vs ESP, Euro 2024 Final: Spain Become The 1st Four-Time Champions Of Europe After Beating England 2-1 In Berlin
Match Result:
Spain triumphed over England with a 2-1 victory in the Euro 2024 final, held in Berlin, becoming the first team to win the championship four times.
The match saw a tense first half ending goalless, but Spain took the lead shortly after the break. Williams Jr. netted the opener in the 47th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by England.
England fought back, with Palmer leveling the score in the 73rd minute, igniting hopes for the Three Lions. However, Spain maintained their pressure, and in the 86th minute, Oyarzabal clinched the winner with a decisive strike.
This historic win cements Spain’s status as Europe’s most successful team, while England’s wait for a major international trophy continues. The final was a showcase of high-quality football and strategic mastery, ultimately seeing Spain emerge as deserved champions.
This historic win cements Spain’s status as Europe’s most successful team, while England’s wait for a major international trophy continues. The final was a showcase of high-quality football and strategic mastery, ultimately seeing Spain emerge as deserved champions.
Preview of Euro 2024 Cup final:
A strong Spanish outfit will meet a pesky England side in the final of Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. Spain battled France and defeated them by 2-1 in the semi-final, while England overcame the Netherlands by the same margin.
However, it wasn’t without a contentious penalty call that went in England’s favour. Despite not starting the contest as favourites, England’s ability to hang in there could work against Spain, who are seeking a 4th Euro title. By contrast, England are yet to lift the trophy.
A crucial stat which is in favour of England is the head to head battle, which the former lead by 13-10 against Spain in 27 outings.
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Violent Clash Erupts Between Rival Supporters During Argentina vs Brazil 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers has been marred in controversy as the match between Brazil and Argentina saw violent clashes between rival supporters before the start of it. The high-profile fixture had to be delayed by 30 minutes as the Marcana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro witnessed ugly scenes, with disturbing visuals emerging on social media.
With the Brazilian and Argentinian players lining up for national anthems, the camera turned towards the stands as a section of rival fans exchanged blows. The local police officials could be seen beating up a section of Argentinian fans with batons and it did not go well with the tourists. By pointing at the violent scenes, Messi and co. decided to walk off the pitch.
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