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Manchester United suffered fresh embarrassment and were booed off as they lost 1-0 to a Southeast Asian XI in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday in front of 72,550.&nbsp;Ruben Amorim's side, who finished 15th in the Premier League for their worst season since 1974, looked lethargic and devoid of ideas in the gruelling heat.&nbsp;Some fans at Bukit Jalil National Stadium left before the end and there were boos at the final whistle.&nbsp;United have struggled for goals all year and it was more evidence why they are reportedly prepared to shell out £62.5 million ($85 million) on Brazilian international attacker Matheus Cunha from Wolves.&nbsp;Amorim, who was clearly frustrated during the match and shook his head at times, refused to confirm the Cunha deal.&nbsp;The Portuguese coach was happy though to leave the Malaysian capital and head to Hong Kong with no new injuries and had no issue with fans booing his team off.&nbsp;"We were slow and we still don't have it in us to win every exercise in training, every game," he said.&nbsp;"The boos from the fans, it's something that we need."&nbsp;He added: "These people believe in Manchester United no matter what the context."It's our duty to improve the team and to improve the team next season.&nbsp;"For me, we need to have that belief, that hunger to win every game, that is important."In their first of two post-season games in Asia, United started with several regulars including Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, Diogo Dalot, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Andre Onana.&nbsp;In temperatures of 32 degrees Celsius (90 Fahrenheit) at kickoff, it was the ASEAN All Stars who looked more threatening in the first half.&nbsp;They shot just wide in the 16th minute and Onana was then called into action with a low save that endeared him to the pro-United crowd.&nbsp;Mainoo provided the first real threat for United with a 25-yard effort that was turned behind for a corner, before the young midfielder saw his shot cleared off the line in the 38th minute.&nbsp;Captain Bruno Fernandes came on in the second half and his half-volley lit up a drab restart.&nbsp;Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho, on the trip despite looking like he is headed for the exit at United, made a lively cameo off the bench.&nbsp;United were better in the second half but the Southeast Asian side stunned the visitors in the 71st minute when Burmese attacker Maung Maung Lwin found himself clean through on goal before firing into the top corner past Tom Heaton.&nbsp;Soon after Heaton came to United's rescue to prevent further embarrassment.United play the Hong Kong team on Friday.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Ruben Amorim side, who finished 15th in the Premier League for their worst season since 1974, looked lethargic and devoid of ideas in the gruelling heat.

Manchester United suffered fresh embarrassment and were booed off as they lost 1-0 to a Southeast Asian XI in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday in front of 72,550. Ruben Amorim's side, who finished 15th in the Premier League for their worst season since 1974, looked lethargic and devoid of ideas in the gruelling heat. Some fans at Bukit Jalil National Stadium left before the end and there were boos at the final whistle. United have struggled for goals all year and it was more evidence why they are reportedly prepared to shell out £62.5 million ($85 million) on Brazilian international attacker Matheus Cunha from Wolves. Amorim, who was clearly frustrated during the match and shook his head at times, refused to confirm the Cunha deal. The Portuguese coach was happy though to leave the Malaysian capital and head to Hong Kong with no new injuries and had no issue with fans booing his team off. "We were slow and we still don't have it in us to win every exercise in training, every game," he said. "The boos from the fans, it's something that we need." He added: "These people believe in Manchester United no matter what the context. "It's our duty to improve the team and to improve the team next season. "For me, we need to have that belief, that hunger to win every game, that is important." In their first of two post-season games in Asia, United started with several regulars including Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, Diogo Dalot, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Andre Onana. In temperatures of 32 degrees Celsius (90 Fahrenheit) at kickoff, it was the ASEAN All Stars who looked more threatening in the first half. They shot just wide in the 16th minute and Onana was then called into action with a low save that endeared him to the pro-United crowd. Mainoo provided the first real threat for United with a 25-yard effort that was turned behind for a corner, before the young midfielder saw his shot cleared off the line in the 38th minute. Captain Bruno Fernandes came on in the second half and his half-volley lit up a drab restart. Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho, on the trip despite looking like he is headed for the exit at United, made a lively cameo off the bench. United were better in the second half but the Southeast Asian side stunned the visitors in the 71st minute when Burmese attacker Maung Maung Lwin found himself clean through on goal before firing into the top corner past Tom Heaton. Soon after Heaton came to United's rescue to prevent further embarrassment. United play the Hong Kong team on Friday. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Ruben Amorim's side, who finished 15th in the Premier League for their worst season since 1974, looked lethargic and devoid of ideas in the gruelling heat.

Man Utd's poor form continues in post season, suffer friendly loss in Malaysia

Liverpool's beloved former manager Jurgen Klopp said there are more "serious things in the world than football" after a car ploughed into supporters at the end of a parade to celebrate the club's Premier League title triumph.A 53-year-old man from the Liverpool area has been held by police on suspicion of attempted murder and taking drugs after 65 people were injured in Monday's shocking scenes.Klopp, who left the English giants a year ago, was in attendance for the parade.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-bellucci-s-underarm-serve-to-djokovic-s-rain-tantrum-french-open-first-round-games-in-men-s-singles-are-full-of-drama-watch-1748416814680">From Bellucci's underarm serve to Djokovic's rain tantrum - French Open first round games in men's singles are full of drama</a>It was the first chance the club and supporters had to celebrate a title triumph together for 35 years as the 2019/20 league won by Klopp's side came during a period of restrictions on public gatherings due to Covid-19."The mood was incredible and from one second to the other, everything changed because we then learned again there are more serious things in the world than football," Klopp said when being presented with an award by the League Managers' Association."Thoughts and prayers go definitely to the, as far as I know right now, to the injured people, but to the families, of course, as well."It should have been one of the greatest days in the history of the city, after a long, long time, because we didn't have the opportunity to do that the last time."Liverpool boss Arne Slot withdrew from the same event, where he was due to pick up a manager of the year award, out of respect for the victims.In the shock that followed the incident, even Liverpool's fiercest rivals Everton, Manchester United and Manchester City were among the clubs to offer their support to the Premier League champions and their fans.Police said in a press conference on Tuesday 11 of the injured remained in hospital in a stable condition."Football is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this," Slot said in a statement."I would also like to pay tribute to the emergency services and other authorities in Liverpool who swung into action as soon as the incident happened."Along with the supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need, I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us."Everton manager David Moyes said the solidarity between Liverpool's two major clubs is what makes the city special."On behalf of all my players and staff, I'd like to pass on my heartfelt best wishes to all those who were injured and affected, as well as their families and friends," Moyes said in a statement posted on Everton's social media."One of things that makes this city special is the solidarity between the people, who always come together in times of hardship."We always stand together in the most difficult times."Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

It was the first chance the club and supporters had to celebrate a title triumph together for 35 years as the 2019/20 league won by Klopp's side came during a period of restrictions on public gatherings due to Covid-19.

Liverpool's beloved former manager Jurgen Klopp said there are more "serious things in the world than football" after a car ploughed into supporters at the end of a parade to celebrate the club's Premier League title triumph. A 53-year-old man from the Liverpool area has been held by police on suspicion of attempted murder and taking drugs after 65 people were injured in Monday's shocking scenes. Klopp, who left the English giants a year ago, was in attendance for the parade. Also Watch - From Bellucci's underarm serve to Djokovic's rain tantrum - French Open first round games in men's singles are full of drama It was the first chance the club and supporters had to celebrate a title triumph together for 35 years as the 2019/20 league won by Klopp's side came during a period of restrictions on public gatherings due to Covid-19. "The mood was incredible and from one second to the other, everything changed because we then learned again there are more serious things in the world than football," Klopp said when being presented with an award by the League Managers' Association. "Thoughts and prayers go definitely to the, as far as I know right now, to the injured people, but to the families, of course, as well. "It should have been one of the greatest days in the history of the city, after a long, long time, because we didn't have the opportunity to do that the last time." Liverpool boss Arne Slot withdrew from the same event, where he was due to pick up a manager of the year award, out of respect for the victims. In the shock that followed the incident, even Liverpool's fiercest rivals Everton, Manchester United and Manchester City were among the clubs to offer their support to the Premier League champions and their fans. Police said in a press conference on Tuesday 11 of the injured remained in hospital in a stable condition. "Football is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this," Slot said in a statement. "I would also like to pay tribute to the emergency services and other authorities in Liverpool who swung into action as soon as the incident happened. "Along with the supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need, I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us." Everton manager David Moyes said the solidarity between Liverpool's two major clubs is what makes the city special. "On behalf of all my players and staff, I'd like to pass on my heartfelt best wishes to all those who were injured and affected, as well as their families and friends," Moyes said in a statement posted on Everton's social media. "One of things that makes this city special is the solidarity between the people, who always come together in times of hardship. "We always stand together in the most difficult times." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

It was the first chance the club and supporters had to celebrate a title triumph together for 35 years as the 2019/20 league won by Klopp's side came during a period of restrictions on public gatherings due to Covid-19.

'More serious things in the world than football,' says ex-Liverpool boss Klopp on title parade car ramming

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said on Tuesday that missing out on Champions League football could be a blessing in disguise in his attempts to rebuild the fallen giants.The Portuguese coach addressed the media in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur fresh from United's worst season since 1974, having come 15th in the Premier League.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/football/al-nassr-ronaldo-leaving-where-is-cristiano-ronaldo-going-next-team-1748340430235">Cristiano Ronaldo hints at leaving Al Nassr after two and a half years. Where's he headed?</a>They missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the Europa League final last week."I have to say that for us not to be in the Champions League could be an advantage to perform better, to prepare better for games, to build that core that we need for the future," said Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag during the season but failed to spark a turnaround."So I think it’s a good thing for us to take advantage not to have European games," added Amorim, whose phone alarm went off during the press conference ahead of Wednesday's friendly against a Southeast Asian XI, sparking laughter among members of the media.With money tight to get the right players in over the summer for his favoured formation, Amorim faces a stiff task to get United back among the elite next season."The target for now is to win the first game. We have a lot to do during this summer. We have to prepare the team," he said."When you are Manchester United, people are going to expect us to be at the top. But we have to understand the context."I don’t want the team to think about a big target, just a small target by winning the first game and then to the second game," added Amorim, who hinted he could give the fringe players a chance in their first post-season friendly.United hope friendlies in Malaysia and against Hong Kong on Friday will bring in some much-needed revenue, with the BBC reporting that the trip will generate about $10 million (£7.8m) for the club.Midfielder Mason Mount insisted he was delighted to arrive in steamy Kuala Lumpur despite jetting off just hours after the 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Sunday.Fans gathered at Kuala Lumpur's airport to welcome the team on Monday evening."We got off the plane, there were hundreds of people waiting for us to take pictures and welcome us to the country. We’re excited to be over here and obviously looking forward to the game tomorrow," he said.Highs of 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) are forecast in Kuala Lumpur this week and thunderstorms predicted on the day of the game at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil national stadium.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Manchester United missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the Europa League final last week.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said on Tuesday that missing out on Champions League football could be a blessing in disguise in his attempts to rebuild the fallen giants. The Portuguese coach addressed the media in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur fresh from United's worst season since 1974, having come 15th in the Premier League. Also Read - Cristiano Ronaldo hints at leaving Al Nassr after two and a half years. Where's he headed? They missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the Europa League final last week. "I have to say that for us not to be in the Champions League could be an advantage to perform better, to prepare better for games, to build that core that we need for the future," said Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag during the season but failed to spark a turnaround. "So I think it’s a good thing for us to take advantage not to have European games," added Amorim, whose phone alarm went off during the press conference ahead of Wednesday's friendly against a Southeast Asian XI, sparking laughter among members of the media. With money tight to get the right players in over the summer for his favoured formation, Amorim faces a stiff task to get United back among the elite next season. "The target for now is to win the first game. We have a lot to do during this summer. We have to prepare the team," he said. "When you are Manchester United, people are going to expect us to be at the top. But we have to understand the context. "I don’t want the team to think about a big target, just a small target by winning the first game and then to the second game," added Amorim, who hinted he could give the fringe players a chance in their first post-season friendly. United hope friendlies in Malaysia and against Hong Kong on Friday will bring in some much-needed revenue, with the BBC reporting that the trip will generate about $10 million (£7.8m) for the club. Midfielder Mason Mount insisted he was delighted to arrive in steamy Kuala Lumpur despite jetting off just hours after the 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. Fans gathered at Kuala Lumpur's airport to welcome the team on Monday evening. "We got off the plane, there were hundreds of people waiting for us to take pictures and welcome us to the country. We’re excited to be over here and obviously looking forward to the game tomorrow," he said. Highs of 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) are forecast in Kuala Lumpur this week and thunderstorms predicted on the day of the game at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil national stadium. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Manchester United missed out on a Champions League lifeline -- and with it a financial windfall -- by losing to fellow strugglers Spurs 1-0 in the Europa League final last week.

'It’s a good thing,' says boss Ruben Amorim about Manchester United missing on Champions League

Portugal footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at his exit from Saudi Pro League football club Al Nassr in a social medial post. Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in 2022/23 and played two and a half season there."This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all," wrote Ronaldo on Instagram as a caption to his image in Al Nassr kit T shirt.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/car-ploughs-into-people-celebrating-liverpool-title-parade-1748286023152">Car ploughs into people celebrating Liverpool's title parade; police make arrest</a>There's, however, no clarity on where Ronaldo is going next as mentioned in his post.For Al Nassr, Ronaldo played 76 games over two and a half years and scored 74 goals in total. He joined roughly in the middle of 2022-23 season and played 16 games, scoring 14 goals and offering two assists.In the next season, his first full year at Al Nassr, he played 30 games and scored 35 goals to go with 11 assists. In the last season, Ronaldo played 30 games again and scored 25 goals to go with three assists.Recently, Ronaldo was named Forbes richest athlete in the world for the third consecutive year. He topped the list with whopping estimated earning of $275 million from his salary at Saudi club Al Nassr and endorsements. This is the fifth time overall and third year in a row that Ronaldo has topped the prestigious list.This is also the third best earnings ever by an athlete to feature in the Forbes list behind only boxer Floyd Mayweather, who earned $300 million in 2015 and $285 million in 2018.While there's no Indian in the list, Ronaldo's rival on the field Lionel Messi is fifth on the list with total earnings of $135 million. He earned $60 million of the total by playing for the USA's Major League Soccer (MLS) and remaining $75 million from other endorsements.

Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in 2022/23 and played two and a half season there, has announced his exit from the Saudi Pro League club.

Portugal footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at his exit from Saudi Pro League football club Al Nassr in a social medial post. Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in 2022/23 and played two and a half season there. "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all," wrote Ronaldo on Instagram as a caption to his image in Al Nassr kit T shirt. Also Read - Car ploughs into people celebrating Liverpool's title parade; police make arrest There's, however, no clarity on where Ronaldo is going next as mentioned in his post. For Al Nassr, Ronaldo played 76 games over two and a half years and scored 74 goals in total. He joined roughly in the middle of 2022-23 season and played 16 games, scoring 14 goals and offering two assists. In the next season, his first full year at Al Nassr, he played 30 games and scored 35 goals to go with 11 assists. In the last season, Ronaldo played 30 games again and scored 25 goals to go with three assists. Recently, Ronaldo was named Forbes richest athlete in the world for the third consecutive year. He topped the list with whopping estimated earning of $275 million from his salary at Saudi club Al Nassr and endorsements. This is the fifth time overall and third year in a row that Ronaldo has topped the prestigious list. This is also the third best earnings ever by an athlete to feature in the Forbes list behind only boxer Floyd Mayweather, who earned $300 million in 2015 and $285 million in 2018. While there's no Indian in the list, Ronaldo's rival on the field Lionel Messi is fifth on the list with total earnings of $135 million. He earned $60 million of the total by playing for the USA's Major League Soccer (MLS) and remaining $75 million from other endorsements.

Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in 2022/23 and played two and a half season there, has announced his exit from the Saudi Pro League club.

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at leaving Al Nassr after two and a half years. Where's he headed?

In a horrific incident, a car ploughed through the people part of the trophy parade of Liverpool's Premier League title celebration in Liverpool (UK) on Monday (May 26).The Merseyside Police in northwest England released a statement about the incident and said: "The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained."The statement also said that they were contacted about 6 PM local time "following reports a car been in collision with a number of pedestrians."“We would ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding tonight’s incident on Water Street in Liverpool city centre," requested the police further.“We can confirm the man arrested is a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area.“Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision,” it added.UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reacted to the incident and called it ‘appalling’ and added thanked the police and emergency services for the response.“The scenes in Liverpool are appalling — my thoughts are with all those injured or affected. I want to thank the police and emergency services for their swift and ongoing response to this shocking incident. I’m being kept updated on developments and ask that we give the police the space they need to investigate,” the UK PM wrote on X.One of the eyewitness recalled the horrific moment and told local news outlet Skynews: “We were literally like sardines walking up the street, and then we heard beeping and screaming and when we looked up, there was a black, people carrier, driving straight towards us,” said Chelsea Yuen.“Me and my friend Francesca jumped out the way and pulled her little girl out the way.”

A car ploughed into the crowd celebrating the trophy parade of Liverpool's Premier League title celebration in Liverpool (UK) on Monday (May 26).

In a horrific incident, a car ploughed through the people part of the trophy parade of Liverpool's Premier League title celebration in Liverpool (UK) on Monday (May 26). The Merseyside Police in northwest England released a statement about the incident and said: "The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained." The statement also said that they were contacted about 6 PM local time "following reports a car been in collision with a number of pedestrians." “We would ask people not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding tonight’s incident on Water Street in Liverpool city centre," requested the police further. “We can confirm the man arrested is a 53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area. “Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision,” it added. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reacted to the incident and called it ‘appalling’ and added thanked the police and emergency services for the response. “The scenes in Liverpool are appalling — my thoughts are with all those injured or affected. I want to thank the police and emergency services for their swift and ongoing response to this shocking incident. I’m being kept updated on developments and ask that we give the police the space they need to investigate,” the UK PM wrote on X. One of the eyewitness recalled the horrific moment and told local news outlet Skynews: “We were literally like sardines walking up the street, and then we heard beeping and screaming and when we looked up, there was a black, people carrier, driving straight towards us,” said Chelsea Yuen. “Me and my friend Francesca jumped out the way and pulled her little girl out the way.”

A car ploughed into the crowd celebrating the trophy parade of Liverpool's Premier League title celebration in Liverpool (UK) on Monday (May 26).

Car ploughs into people celebrating Liverpool's title parade; police make arrest

A Manchester United squad including Alejandro Garnacho were due to arrive in Malaysia on Monday for a friendly, less than 24 hours after finishing the club's worst season since 1974.&nbsp;United beat 10-man Aston Villa 2-0 on Sunday at Old Trafford, but manager Ruben Amorim has a huge rebuilding task over the summer to revive the fortunes of one of the world's biggest football clubs.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-new-real-madrid-coach-xabi-alonso-says-he-has-energy-and-excitement-to-deliver-success-la-liga-carlo-ancelotti-1748268244585">New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso says he has energy and excitement to deliver success</a>&nbsp;Amorim afterwards apologised to fans for the "disaster" of a campaign, which saw them finish 15th in the Premier League and beaten 1-0 by Spurs in last week's Europa League final.&nbsp;Hours after beating Villa, a 32-man squad including Argentine winger Garnacho jetted off for the red-eye flight to the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur and a match on Wednesday against a Southeast Asian XI.&nbsp;That is followed by a game on Friday in Hong Kong against the Chinese city's representative team.&nbsp;United hope the two post-season friendlies will bring in some much-needed revenue, although tickets were still available on Monday for both games.&nbsp;The BBC reported that the trip will generate about $10 million (£7.8m) for the club.&nbsp;The 20-year-old Garnacho was not involved against Villa, and his United career looks over after he and his brother publicly criticised Amorim's decision to drop him for the Europa League final.&nbsp;Goalkeeper Andre Onana and England defender Luke Shaw were similarly on the plane to Asia despite also not featuring against Villa.&nbsp;Defenders Leny Yoro and Noussair Mazraoui did not travel, United said, but most of the rest of the first-team squad is expected to feature.&nbsp;Highs of 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) are forecast in Kuala Lumpur this week, and thunderstorms are predicted on the day of the game at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil national stadium.&nbsp;Thunderstorms and showers are also forecast this week in Hong Kong, where humidity will be close to 100 per cent.&nbsp;Friday's match will take place at the 40,000-capacity Hong Kong Stadium.&nbsp;In July 2013, then Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio labelled the playing surface a "killer pitch" after heavy rain played havoc with the conditions.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Manchester United start Asia trip hours after worst season since 1974

A Manchester United squad including Alejandro Garnacho were due to arrive in Malaysia on Monday for a friendly, less than 24 hours after finishing the club's worst season since 1974. United beat 10-man Aston Villa 2-0 on Sunday at Old Trafford, but manager Ruben Amorim has a huge rebuilding task over the summer to revive the fortunes of one of the world's biggest football clubs. Also read | New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso says he has energy and excitement to deliver success Amorim afterwards apologised to fans for the "disaster" of a campaign, which saw them finish 15th in the Premier League and beaten 1-0 by Spurs in last week's Europa League final. Hours after beating Villa, a 32-man squad including Argentine winger Garnacho jetted off for the red-eye flight to the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur and a match on Wednesday against a Southeast Asian XI. That is followed by a game on Friday in Hong Kong against the Chinese city's representative team. United hope the two post-season friendlies will bring in some much-needed revenue, although tickets were still available on Monday for both games. The BBC reported that the trip will generate about $10 million (£7.8m) for the club. The 20-year-old Garnacho was not involved against Villa, and his United career looks over after he and his brother publicly criticised Amorim's decision to drop him for the Europa League final. Goalkeeper Andre Onana and England defender Luke Shaw were similarly on the plane to Asia despite also not featuring against Villa. Defenders Leny Yoro and Noussair Mazraoui did not travel, United said, but most of the rest of the first-team squad is expected to feature. Highs of 37 degrees Celsius (99 Fahrenheit) are forecast in Kuala Lumpur this week, and thunderstorms are predicted on the day of the game at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil national stadium. Thunderstorms and showers are also forecast this week in Hong Kong, where humidity will be close to 100 per cent. Friday's match will take place at the 40,000-capacity Hong Kong Stadium. In July 2013, then Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio labelled the playing surface a "killer pitch" after heavy rain played havoc with the conditions. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

United beat 10-man Aston Villa 2-0 on Sunday at Old Trafford, but manager Ruben Amorim has a huge rebuilding task over the summer to revive the fortunes of one of the world's biggest football clubs.

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Monday he has the energy and excitement to deliver success worthy of the Spanish giants' rich history as he was presented as Carlo Ancelotti's replacement.&nbsp;Alonso will lead the team at the Club World Cup this summer and has signed a three-year deal until June 2028, after Ancelotti departed to take charge of the Brazil national team.&nbsp;Madrid failed to win a major trophy this season, losing their La Liga crown to rivals Barcelona, who also beat them in the Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup finals.&nbsp;Real were dealt a heavy Champions League quarter-final defeat by Arsenal as their European trophy defence also fell short.&nbsp;"We have fantastic players, we have a team that has a lot of potential, (capable of) a very good present and a very good future," Alonso said at Real Madrid's training ground. "That gives me a lot of reason to come here with a lot of energy and a lot of hope that I can get the best out of all the players and build a great team...&nbsp;"(I have) the conviction that we can achieve big things, worthy of Real Madrid, worthy of all these European Cups, of all these accomplishments made over so many years."&nbsp;Alonso, a technically gifted central midfielder in his playing days, made 236 Madrid appearances between 2009-2014, winning six trophies including the Champions League in his final season at the club.&nbsp;That was Madrid's 10th European Cup - La Decima - and they have gone on to win five more in the past decade for a record 15 Champions League triumphs.&nbsp;The 43-year-old coach led Bayer Leverkusen to a superb unbeaten Bundesliga and German Cup double in the 2023-24 campaign, making him a target for Europe's top clubs.&nbsp;Alonso, who was coached by Ancelotti, Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho among other managerial greats, said it was a "special day".&nbsp;"I have been away from here for a few years, but I think the link with Madrid and the fans has never ended, it's always been there," he said.&nbsp;<h2>'One of our own'</h2>&nbsp;Madrid chief Florentino Perez gave an introductory speech welcoming Alonso back to the Spanish capital.&nbsp;"This is a very special day for those who love Real Madrid, it will be the start of a new era filled with excitement and intense emotions," said Madrid president Perez. "A coach arrives who is one of the best in the world, and who knows what this badge and this shirt means...&nbsp;"Today we welcome one of our own -- Xabi Alonso. Welcome back to your home, Real Madrid."&nbsp;Former Liverpool and Bayern Munich midfielder Alonso also won the 2010 World Cup and two European Championships with Spain before starting his coaching career.&nbsp;Real Madrid's Club World Cup campaign starts against Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in Miami on June 18, which will be the first look at Alonso's project.&nbsp;One of the Spaniard's main jobs will be to help the team improve defensively while continuing to profit from the goals of star players Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.&nbsp;"It's lucky to have players of this level, not just Kylian or Vinicius, but so many," said Alonso. "They make the difference and we have to get everything we can out of them -- I have ideas."&nbsp;Ancelotti regularly complained Madrid could not find a balance between attacking and defending, losing 14 matches across all competitions.&nbsp;"I've seen the games and I have analysed them, now I am thinking about how to make a balanced team," said Alonso. "I want everyone to know how we want to do things, and that will give us a stability that will allow individual qualities to flourish."&nbsp;Alonso, who regularly used a 3-4-3 formation in Germany, said he knew how he wanted his team to play, even if the structure changes.&nbsp;"We want an ambitious and active game, knowing how to take the initiative, and we have the players for it," he explained. "I want a team that transmits emotion, energy, ambitious play and connects with the fans."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso says he has energy and excitement to deliver success

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Monday he has the energy and excitement to deliver success worthy of the Spanish giants' rich history as he was presented as Carlo Ancelotti's replacement. Alonso will lead the team at the Club World Cup this summer and has signed a three-year deal until June 2028, after Ancelotti departed to take charge of the Brazil national team. Madrid failed to win a major trophy this season, losing their La Liga crown to rivals Barcelona, who also beat them in the Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup finals. Real were dealt a heavy Champions League quarter-final defeat by Arsenal as their European trophy defence also fell short. "We have fantastic players, we have a team that has a lot of potential, (capable of) a very good present and a very good future," Alonso said at Real Madrid's training ground. "That gives me a lot of reason to come here with a lot of energy and a lot of hope that I can get the best out of all the players and build a great team... "(I have) the conviction that we can achieve big things, worthy of Real Madrid, worthy of all these European Cups, of all these accomplishments made over so many years." Alonso, a technically gifted central midfielder in his playing days, made 236 Madrid appearances between 2009-2014, winning six trophies including the Champions League in his final season at the club. That was Madrid's 10th European Cup - La Decima - and they have gone on to win five more in the past decade for a record 15 Champions League triumphs. The 43-year-old coach led Bayer Leverkusen to a superb unbeaten Bundesliga and German Cup double in the 2023-24 campaign, making him a target for Europe's top clubs. Alonso, who was coached by Ancelotti, Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho among other managerial greats, said it was a "special day". "I have been away from here for a few years, but I think the link with Madrid and the fans has never ended, it's always been there," he said. 'One of our own' Madrid chief Florentino Perez gave an introductory speech welcoming Alonso back to the Spanish capital. "This is a very special day for those who love Real Madrid, it will be the start of a new era filled with excitement and intense emotions," said Madrid president Perez. "A coach arrives who is one of the best in the world, and who knows what this badge and this shirt means... "Today we welcome one of our own -- Xabi Alonso. Welcome back to your home, Real Madrid." Former Liverpool and Bayern Munich midfielder Alonso also won the 2010 World Cup and two European Championships with Spain before starting his coaching career. Real Madrid's Club World Cup campaign starts against Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in Miami on June 18, which will be the first look at Alonso's project. One of the Spaniard's main jobs will be to help the team improve defensively while continuing to profit from the goals of star players Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. "It's lucky to have players of this level, not just Kylian or Vinicius, but so many," said Alonso. "They make the difference and we have to get everything we can out of them -- I have ideas." Ancelotti regularly complained Madrid could not find a balance between attacking and defending, losing 14 matches across all competitions. "I've seen the games and I have analysed them, now I am thinking about how to make a balanced team," said Alonso. "I want everyone to know how we want to do things, and that will give us a stability that will allow individual qualities to flourish." Alonso, who regularly used a 3-4-3 formation in Germany, said he knew how he wanted his team to play, even if the structure changes. "We want an ambitious and active game, knowing how to take the initiative, and we have the players for it," he explained. "I want a team that transmits emotion, energy, ambitious play and connects with the fans." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Alonso will lead the team at the Club World Cup this summer and has signed a three-year deal until June 2028, after Ancelotti departed to take charge of the Brazil national team.

Pep Guardiola said he cannot guarantee Manchester City will be back challenging for the Premier League title next season.City will play in the Champions League for a 15th straight season after they salvaged a disappointing campaign with a final-day, 2-0 win away to Fulham on Sunday that saw them finish third in the Premier League and seal their place among European club football's elite.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/football/premier-league-slot-machine-liverpool-already-getting-ready-for-next-season-1748263106935">Premier League | 'Slot machine' Liverpool already getting ready for next season</a>But the club's first season without a trophy in eight years ended their unprecedented run of four successive English top-flight titles, with Guardiola's men finishing 13 points behind the Premier League champions Liverpool.Asked if his side would be in a position to challenge Arne Slot's side next term, Guardiola replied: "I don't know. I never thought we would win six Premier League titles in seven years."But if you expect that I am going to tell you now that next season we are going to win the Premier League, you are wrong."The Spaniard added: "Since I have arrived at this club, we have finished with 80-plus points and this season we have finished with 71 so that is miles away from our standards. And it has happened for many reasons."Sport and football gives you another chance and we will look to prove ourselves."But we are miles away from Liverpool. That is the reality. I have a feeling next season will be better but I don't know how we will react after the Club World Cup. We will be exhausted without a holiday before next season."We have to rise and increase our level otherwise we will not compete to fight for the titles. But if we are fit, we will try and we will be closer."With Kevin De Bruyne leaving City &nbsp;and doubts over the future of Jack Grealish, some believes Guardiola needs to oversee a major rebuild if the club are to mount a title challenge next season.But Guardiola, who has already said he wanted to trim his squad, does not envisage a significant overhaul at the Etihad this summer."I don't have that feeling," he said. "I have 24 players and I saw them training the other day and I said: 'Oh my gosh, how good are they?'"New faces will come, especially in positions where we are weaker, but I don't think we need a lot. We have a good squad and I don't want a lot of players."But we will see. The summer is long. There will be players who realise they don't play and want to leave. But that is now not my business. I qualified for the Champions League and the rest belongs to the club."Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The club's first season without a trophy in eight years ended their unprecedented run of four successive English top-flight titles, with Guardiola's men finishing 13 points behind the Premier League champions Liverpool.

Pep Guardiola said he cannot guarantee Manchester City will be back challenging for the Premier League title next season. City will play in the Champions League for a 15th straight season after they salvaged a disappointing campaign with a final-day, 2-0 win away to Fulham on Sunday that saw them finish third in the Premier League and seal their place among European club football's elite. Also Read - Premier League | 'Slot machine' Liverpool already getting ready for next season But the club's first season without a trophy in eight years ended their unprecedented run of four successive English top-flight titles, with Guardiola's men finishing 13 points behind the Premier League champions Liverpool. Asked if his side would be in a position to challenge Arne Slot's side next term, Guardiola replied: "I don't know. I never thought we would win six Premier League titles in seven years. "But if you expect that I am going to tell you now that next season we are going to win the Premier League, you are wrong." The Spaniard added: "Since I have arrived at this club, we have finished with 80-plus points and this season we have finished with 71 so that is miles away from our standards. And it has happened for many reasons. "Sport and football gives you another chance and we will look to prove ourselves. "But we are miles away from Liverpool. That is the reality. I have a feeling next season will be better but I don't know how we will react after the Club World Cup. We will be exhausted without a holiday before next season. "We have to rise and increase our level otherwise we will not compete to fight for the titles. But if we are fit, we will try and we will be closer." With Kevin De Bruyne leaving City and doubts over the future of Jack Grealish, some believes Guardiola needs to oversee a major rebuild if the club are to mount a title challenge next season. But Guardiola, who has already said he wanted to trim his squad, does not envisage a significant overhaul at the Etihad this summer. "I don't have that feeling," he said. "I have 24 players and I saw them training the other day and I said: 'Oh my gosh, how good are they?' "New faces will come, especially in positions where we are weaker, but I don't think we need a lot. We have a good squad and I don't want a lot of players. "But we will see. The summer is long. There will be players who realise they don't play and want to leave. But that is now not my business. I qualified for the Champions League and the rest belongs to the club." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

The club's first season without a trophy in eight years ended their unprecedented run of four successive English top-flight titles, with Guardiola's men finishing 13 points behind the Premier League champions Liverpool.

'You are wrong,' says Guardiola  when asked if Man City will win Premier League next season

Liverpool chairman Tom Werner said he is already busy working on improving the team for next season despite romping to the Premier League title.The Reds will parade the Premier League trophy through Liverpool city centre on Monday with tens of thousands expected to line the streets.But attention has already turned to defending the trophy with the 20-time English champions reportedly close to a triple swoop costing around £200 million ($271 million).Jeremie Frimpong is finalising his move from Bayer Leverkusen as a replacement for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/football/golden-glory-kylian-mbappe-wins-european-golden-shoe-in-debut-season-with-real-madrid-football-la-liga-spain-1748258464481">Golden glory: Kylian Mbappe wins European Golden Shoe in debut season with Real Madrid</a>Florian Wirtz has also chosen Anfield as his preferred destination, according to German media, should he move on from Leverkusen.Wirtz, 22, could smash the Premier League transfer record of £115 million set by Chelsea's capture of Moises Caicedo.Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez is also reportedly keen on a £50 million move to Liverpool."It's already busy," said Werner. "We go again. It never gets old, winning. We owe it to all of our supporters to bring back a team even better next season."Arne Slot's success in his first season as manager was even more remarkable as he was given little money to work with in the transfer market 12 months ago.Federico Chiesa, who struggled to make an impact in his few first-team opportunities, remains the club's only signing of the Slot era."It's extraordinary. We obviously had high hopes for this season but he has been an extraordinary coach," added Werner."I think there have been three coaches who have won the Premier League in their first season and Arne is one of them. He is just an extraordinary leader."He's authentic, he's not trying to be anyone else. The team was an extraordinarily good team but he brought the best out of them."Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Arne Slot's success in his first season as manager was even more remarkable as he was given little money to work with in the transfer market 12 months ago.

Liverpool chairman Tom Werner said he is already busy working on improving the team for next season despite romping to the Premier League title. The Reds will parade the Premier League trophy through Liverpool city centre on Monday with tens of thousands expected to line the streets. But attention has already turned to defending the trophy with the 20-time English champions reportedly close to a triple swoop costing around £200 million ($271 million). Jeremie Frimpong is finalising his move from Bayer Leverkusen as a replacement for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold. Also Read - Golden glory: Kylian Mbappe wins European Golden Shoe in debut season with Real Madrid Florian Wirtz has also chosen Anfield as his preferred destination, according to German media, should he move on from Leverkusen. Wirtz, 22, could smash the Premier League transfer record of £115 million set by Chelsea's capture of Moises Caicedo. Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez is also reportedly keen on a £50 million move to Liverpool. "It's already busy," said Werner. "We go again. It never gets old, winning. We owe it to all of our supporters to bring back a team even better next season." Arne Slot's success in his first season as manager was even more remarkable as he was given little money to work with in the transfer market 12 months ago. Federico Chiesa, who struggled to make an impact in his few first-team opportunities, remains the club's only signing of the Slot era. "It's extraordinary. We obviously had high hopes for this season but he has been an extraordinary coach," added Werner. "I think there have been three coaches who have won the Premier League in their first season and Arne is one of them. He is just an extraordinary leader. "He's authentic, he's not trying to be anyone else. The team was an extraordinarily good team but he brought the best out of them." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Arne Slot's success in his first season as manager was even more remarkable as he was given little money to work with in the transfer market 12 months ago.

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French striker<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kylian-mbappe"> Kylian Mbappe </a>has claimed the European Golden Shoe for the very first time in his career and that too in some fashion. The 25-year-old forward, hit a brace in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/real-madrid">Real Madrid’s</a> 2-0 win over Real Sociedad on Saturday (24 May), in their final <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/la-liga">La Liga </a>match of the season.&nbsp;The match was played at the Anoeta Stadium in San Sebastian. With those two goals, Mbappe finished the season with 31 goals in La Liga, making him the top scorer not only in Spain but also across the five major leagues in Europe.

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The European Golden Shoe is given to the player who scores the most goals in league matches across Europe, but it’s based on a certain points system.&nbsp;Goals scored in Europe’s top five leagues: La Liga, Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1 &nbsp;are worth two points each. Conversely, goals from lower-ranked leagues like Portugal’s Primeira Liga are worth 1.5 points.&nbsp;Also Read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-psg-beat-reims-to-win-french-cup-ahead-of-champions-league-final-1748147593773"> PSG beat Reims to win French Cup ahead of Champions League final</a>&nbsp;Even though Sporting CP’s Victor Gyokeres scored 39 league goals in the Portuguese league, he earned 58.5 points (39 goals × 1.5 points per goal) compared to Mbappe’s 62 points (31 goals × 2 points per goal).&nbsp;Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah came close as well. He needed a hat-trick in Liverpool’s final match against Crystal Palace to equal Mbappe’s score. However, Salah only managed one goal in a 1-1 draw, ending with 58 points.&nbsp;Mbappe's Golden Shoe win is historic as he became the only third Real Madrid player ever to win this title, after Hugo Sanchez in 1989-90 and Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo, who won it thrice with Los Blancos.&nbsp;Kylian's performance at Anoeta Stadium sealed not just a win for Real Madrid, but a personal milestone that places him among Europe's elite forwards. With this, the French star has added another feather to his growing list of achievements.

French striker Kylian Mbappe has claimed the European Golden Shoe for the very first time in his career and that too in some fashion.

French striker Kylian Mbappe has claimed the European Golden Shoe for the very first time in his career and that too in some fashion. The 25-year-old forward, hit a brace in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Real Sociedad on Saturday (24 May), in their final La Liga match of the season. The match was played at the Anoeta Stadium in San Sebastian. With those two goals, Mbappe finished the season with 31 goals in La Liga, making him the top scorer not only in Spain but also across the five major leagues in Europe.

French striker Kylian Mbappe has claimed the European Golden Shoe for the very first time in his career and that too in some fashion.

Golden glory: Kylian Mbappe wins European Golden Shoe in debut season with Real Madrid

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente called up Real Betis midfielder Isco on Monday for the Nations League final four, six years after his last appearance for La Roja. The 33-year-old has enjoyed a superb season with Betis, helping them reach the Conference League final, where they will face Chelsea on Wednesday.&nbsp;Euro 2024 winners Spain face France in the semi-final in Stuttgart on June 5 before a potential final against Germany or Portugal.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-xabi-alonso-returns-to-real-madrid-as-new-manager-carlo-ancelotti-1748175618991">Xabi Alonso returns to Real Madrid as new manager</a>&nbsp;Real Madrid's new defensive signing from Bournemouth, Dean Huijsen, who impressed in the quarter-final win over the Netherlands, returns to the squad, while Barcelona midfielders Gavi and Fermin Lopez also make the cut.&nbsp;Teenage winger Lamine Yamal and playmaker Pedri are the key figures, along with Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams.&nbsp;Manchester City holding midfielder Rodri was not included despite his recent return to fitness, with Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi set to start at the base of midfield.<h3>Full Spain squad for Nations League final four:</h3>&nbsp;Goalkeepers: Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Alex Remiro (Real Sociedad)&nbsp;Defenders: Oscar Mingueza (Celta Vigo), Pedro Porro (Tottenham), Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Robin Le Normand (Atletico Madrid), Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Marc Cucurella (Chelsea)&nbsp;Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Gavi, Fermin Lopez, Pedri Gonzalez, Dani Olmo (all Barcelona), Isco (Real Betis), Mikel Merino (Arsenal), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Alex Baena (Villarreal)&nbsp;Forwards: Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Yeremy Pino (Villarreal), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Samu Omorodion (Porto), Alvaro Morata (Galatasaray)&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Forgotten hero Isco returns to Spain squad for Nations League last four

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente called up Real Betis midfielder Isco on Monday for the Nations League final four, six years after his last appearance for La Roja. The 33-year-old has enjoyed a superb season with Betis, helping them reach the Conference League final, where they will face Chelsea on Wednesday. Euro 2024 winners Spain face France in the semi-final in Stuttgart on June 5 before a potential final against Germany or Portugal. Also read | Xabi Alonso returns to Real Madrid as new manager Real Madrid's new defensive signing from Bournemouth, Dean Huijsen, who impressed in the quarter-final win over the Netherlands, returns to the squad, while Barcelona midfielders Gavi and Fermin Lopez also make the cut. Teenage winger Lamine Yamal and playmaker Pedri are the key figures, along with Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams. Manchester City holding midfielder Rodri was not included despite his recent return to fitness, with Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi set to start at the base of midfield. Full Spain squad for Nations League final four: Goalkeepers: Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Alex Remiro (Real Sociedad) Defenders: Oscar Mingueza (Celta Vigo), Pedro Porro (Tottenham), Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Robin Le Normand (Atletico Madrid), Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Marc Cucurella (Chelsea) Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Gavi, Fermin Lopez, Pedri Gonzalez, Dani Olmo (all Barcelona), Isco (Real Betis), Mikel Merino (Arsenal), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Alex Baena (Villarreal) Forwards: Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Yeremy Pino (Villarreal), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Samu Omorodion (Porto), Alvaro Morata (Galatasaray) Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Euro 2024 winners Spain face France in the semi-final in Stuttgart on June 5 before a potential final against Germany or Portugal.

Real Madrid appointed Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti as coach on Sunday, with the Spaniard to take over from June 1 and lead the team at the Club World Cup.&nbsp;"Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028," said Real Madrid in a statement.&nbsp;With veteran Italian coach Ancelotti taking the reins of the Brazilian national team, Madrid secured a deal with former midfielder Alonso, whom they have been linked with for months.&nbsp;Alonso, 43, leaves German side Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the Bundesliga season after finishing second.&nbsp;"Alonso is one of the biggest legends at Real Madrid and in world football," continued Los Blancos' statement.&nbsp;"He wore our shirt in 236 games between 2009 and 2014. During that time he won six trophies."&nbsp;Alonso will be officially presented on Monday at 1030 GMT.&nbsp;The Spaniard coached Leverkusen to a league and German Cup double in the 2023-2024 campaign, with his team unbeaten in the top flight, making him a target for Europe's top clubs.&nbsp;Basque coach Alonso had an agreement with Leverkusen to allow him to depart if one of his former sides, including Madrid, Liverpool and Bayern Munich, wanted to hire him.&nbsp;Ancelotti's Madrid endured a disappointing campaign, winning the European Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup but suffering Champions League quarter-final elimination by Arsenal.&nbsp;Barcelona beat Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey finals and then reclaimed the Liga throne from their arch-rivals, meaning they failed to win a major trophy.&nbsp;Madrid added French superstar Kylian Mbappe last summer but Ancelotti found it hard to include him in the team alongside Vinicius Junior without destabilising it.&nbsp;Mbappe netted 31 La Liga goals which should earn him the European Golden Shoe, but Alonso's main job will be to restore the team's solidity without compromising the attack.&nbsp;After losing two matches in the whole of the previous campaign, this season Madrid slumped to 14 defeats.<h2>La Decima &nbsp;</h2>Alonso will replace one of the most successful managers in Madrid's history, despite their struggles this season.&nbsp;Ancelotti, 65, took Los Blancos to 15 trophies during two spells at the club, spanning six years.&nbsp;The Italian won three Champions League trophies in Madrid, including La Decima -- Madrid's 10th -- in 2014, with Alonso as part of his squad, although he was suspended for the final.&nbsp;Alonso was also coached by Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Vicente del Bosque among others and is considered tactically adroit and an excellent organiser, which could be ideal for a Madrid side that has lacked balance.&nbsp;The midfielder won two European Championships and the 2010 World Cup with Spain as he helped La Roja dominate the international game.&nbsp;After retiring from playing in 2017 he coached Real Madrid and Real Sociedad at youth level before being appointed by Bayer Leverkusen in 2022.&nbsp;Real Madrid have already signed defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth this summer and Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to follow, with his contract coming to an end at Anfield.&nbsp;Madrid are trying to bring in the England international before the Club World Cup this summer, which will be Alonso's first chance to win silverware.&nbsp;Real Madrid face Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in Miami on June 18 in their opening match at FIFA's lucrative summer tournament, which will be the first look at Alonso's side.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Xabi Alonso returns to Real Madrid as new manager

Real Madrid appointed Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti as coach on Sunday, with the Spaniard to take over from June 1 and lead the team at the Club World Cup. "Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028," said Real Madrid in a statement. With veteran Italian coach Ancelotti taking the reins of the Brazilian national team, Madrid secured a deal with former midfielder Alonso, whom they have been linked with for months. Alonso, 43, leaves German side Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the Bundesliga season after finishing second. "Alonso is one of the biggest legends at Real Madrid and in world football," continued Los Blancos' statement. "He wore our shirt in 236 games between 2009 and 2014. During that time he won six trophies." Alonso will be officially presented on Monday at 1030 GMT. The Spaniard coached Leverkusen to a league and German Cup double in the 2023-2024 campaign, with his team unbeaten in the top flight, making him a target for Europe's top clubs. Basque coach Alonso had an agreement with Leverkusen to allow him to depart if one of his former sides, including Madrid, Liverpool and Bayern Munich, wanted to hire him. Ancelotti's Madrid endured a disappointing campaign, winning the European Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup but suffering Champions League quarter-final elimination by Arsenal. Barcelona beat Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey finals and then reclaimed the Liga throne from their arch-rivals, meaning they failed to win a major trophy. Madrid added French superstar Kylian Mbappe last summer but Ancelotti found it hard to include him in the team alongside Vinicius Junior without destabilising it. Mbappe netted 31 La Liga goals which should earn him the European Golden Shoe, but Alonso's main job will be to restore the team's solidity without compromising the attack. After losing two matches in the whole of the previous campaign, this season Madrid slumped to 14 defeats. La Decima Alonso will replace one of the most successful managers in Madrid's history, despite their struggles this season. Ancelotti, 65, took Los Blancos to 15 trophies during two spells at the club, spanning six years. The Italian won three Champions League trophies in Madrid, including La Decima -- Madrid's 10th -- in 2014, with Alonso as part of his squad, although he was suspended for the final. Alonso was also coached by Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Vicente del Bosque among others and is considered tactically adroit and an excellent organiser, which could be ideal for a Madrid side that has lacked balance. The midfielder won two European Championships and the 2010 World Cup with Spain as he helped La Roja dominate the international game. After retiring from playing in 2017 he coached Real Madrid and Real Sociedad at youth level before being appointed by Bayer Leverkusen in 2022. Real Madrid have already signed defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth this summer and Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to follow, with his contract coming to an end at Anfield. Madrid are trying to bring in the England international before the Club World Cup this summer, which will be Alonso's first chance to win silverware. Real Madrid face Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in Miami on June 18 in their opening match at FIFA's lucrative summer tournament, which will be the first look at Alonso's side. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Alonso, 43, leaves German side Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the Bundesliga season after finishing second.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have received a huge boost ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) Playoffs as star bowler Josh Hazlewood is set to return to the team. Struggling with a shoulder injury and heavy tensions between India and Pakistan across the border resulted in the halting of the IPL 2025, paving the way for Hazlewood to return to Australia. However, he is now ready to return to the RCB squad for the Playoffs.&nbsp;<h2>Hazlewood back for RCB</h2>“Good to be back! Hope to get the ball rolling again and start practice tomorrow,” Hazlewood said in a video on RCB’s official social media accounts.&nbsp;Hazlewood has scalped 18 wickets in the IPL 2025 so far and was in the race for Purple Cap before the season was halted. He has played in 11 matches for the South Indian franchise as they bid for their maiden IPL title.<h2>RCB’s bid for Q1</h2>On Friday, chasing a massive 232 runs to win the contest in Lucknow, RCB were bowled out for 189, paving the way for SRH to win by 42 runs. The defeat for RCB means they will need favours from other sides to reach Qualifier 1, which gives them two shots to reach the IPL 2025 final.&nbsp;Now with 17 points from 13 matches, RCB will need to win their final match against LSG to stand with a chance of Qualifier 1 spot. Anything less than a win will see them miss out on the Q1 spot, meaning they must compete in the Eliminator. Also, if RCB beat LSG on Monday and PBKS lose against Mumbai, then the South Indian side will be in line for a Q1 spot.&nbsp;RCB are bidding to win their maiden IPL title having lost three finals in the past including 2009, 2011 and 2016.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have received a huge boost ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) Playoffs as star bowler Josh Hazlewood is set to return to the team.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have received a huge boost ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) Playoffs as star bowler Josh Hazlewood is set to return to the team. Struggling with a shoulder injury and heavy tensions between India and Pakistan across the border resulted in the halting of the IPL 2025, paving the way for Hazlewood to return to Australia. However, he is now ready to return to the RCB squad for the Playoffs. Hazlewood back for RCB “Good to be back! Hope to get the ball rolling again and start practice tomorrow,” Hazlewood said in a video on RCB’s official social media accounts. Hazlewood has scalped 18 wickets in the IPL 2025 so far and was in the race for Purple Cap before the season was halted. He has played in 11 matches for the South Indian franchise as they bid for their maiden IPL title. RCB’s bid for Q1 On Friday, chasing a massive 232 runs to win the contest in Lucknow, RCB were bowled out for 189, paving the way for SRH to win by 42 runs. The defeat for RCB means they will need favours from other sides to reach Qualifier 1, which gives them two shots to reach the IPL 2025 final. Now with 17 points from 13 matches, RCB will need to win their final match against LSG to stand with a chance of Qualifier 1 spot. Anything less than a win will see them miss out on the Q1 spot, meaning they must compete in the Eliminator. Also, if RCB beat LSG on Monday and PBKS lose against Mumbai, then the South Indian side will be in line for a Q1 spot. RCB are bidding to win their maiden IPL title having lost three finals in the past including 2009, 2011 and 2016.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have received a huge boost ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) Playoffs as star bowler Josh Hazlewood is set to return to the team.

IPL 2025: RCB handed huge boost ahead of Playoffs, Josh Hazlewood rejoins squad

Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League final showdown with Inter Milan by winning the French Cup on Saturday as Bradley Barcola scored twice in a comfortable 3-0 win against Reims.&nbsp;Barcola netted twice in the space of four minutes early on to quickly extinguish whatever hopes Reims had of causing an upset at the Stade de France, and Achraf Hakimi added another goal before half-time.&nbsp;It was exactly the kind of smooth preparation coach Luis Enrique would have been hoping for ahead of the season-defining game against Inter in Munich on May 31, when PSG will be hoping to win the Champions League for the first time.&nbsp;"It was a really great evening. We got the job done quickly and we are pleased with the victory," Barcola told broadcaster France 2.&nbsp;"We knew we had to do the job in order to prepare in the best way possible for the (Champions League) final, we did it, and now we can go into the next match full of confidence."&nbsp;One minor issue to come out of the evening was the late withdrawal from the team of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.&nbsp;The Georgian winger was replaced in the starting line-up by Desire Doue and returned home early.&nbsp;"There is no problem. After the warm-up he wasn't feeling great and we decided not to take any risks. He will be fine to train on Tuesday," insisted Luis Enrique.&nbsp;PSG's victory, watched over 77,000 at the national stadium, allowed them to complete a clean sweep of the domestic honours for the second time in as many seasons since Luis Enrique became coach in 2023.&nbsp;They added the French Cup to the Ligue 1 title as well as the Champions Trophy, France's equivalent of a Super Cup.&nbsp;PSG have now won the French Cup a record 16 times, including eight times in the last decade. The next most successful club in the history of the competition are Marseille, who won the last of their 10 titles in 1989.&nbsp;"Now we have three of the four titles we could have won, and on the 31st I hope after the game we will all be celebrating going down in the history of the club," added Luis Enrique.- Barcola double - Reims were appearing in their first French Cup final since 1977 and were looking to win the trophy for the third time, with their last success coming in the 1950s.&nbsp;They held PSG twice during the league campaign but any prospect of them winning this time probably ended a week ago.&nbsp;That was when they slumped into the relegation play-off place on the final night of the Ligue 1 campaign, forcing them into a two-legged tie against second-tier Metz which they must win to remain in the top flight next season.&nbsp;The first leg of that tie ended in a 1-1 draw on Wednesday, and Reims must now prepare for the return match at home next Thursday.&nbsp;PSG wasted little time in putting their struggling opponents to the sword as Barcola's quickfire brace effectively decided the final before the midway point in the first half.Doue's through-ball sent Barcola through to open the scoring in the 16th minute, and Doue then latched onto a Marquinhos pass before squaring for Barcola to tap in and make it 2-0 on 19 minutes.&nbsp;The double took Barcola to 21 goals for the season overall, a tally bettered only in the PSG squad by Ousmane Dembele with 33.&nbsp;They had chances to score again in this one-sided contest before Hakimi made it 3-0 two minutes prior to the interval, cushioning in a Barcola cross to finish off a great move.&nbsp;That was the end of the scoring as Luis Enrique -- who gave Matfey Safonov a start in goal ahead of Gianluigi Donnarumma -- took the chance to ring the changes after the break.However, Barcola was only a denied a hat-trick by a good save from Reims goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf, who also turned a Dembele cross-cum-shot onto the post.&nbsp;Having already won Ligue 1, PSG's victory means the Europa League place on offer to the Cup winners now goes to Lyon, who finished sixth in the league, while seventh-placed Strasbourg enter the Conference League.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League final showdown with Inter Milan by winning the French Cup on Saturday as Bradley Barcola scored twice in a comfortable 3-0 win against Reims.

Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League final showdown with Inter Milan by winning the French Cup on Saturday as Bradley Barcola scored twice in a comfortable 3-0 win against Reims. Barcola netted twice in the space of four minutes early on to quickly extinguish whatever hopes Reims had of causing an upset at the Stade de France, and Achraf Hakimi added another goal before half-time. It was exactly the kind of smooth preparation coach Luis Enrique would have been hoping for ahead of the season-defining game against Inter in Munich on May 31, when PSG will be hoping to win the Champions League for the first time. "It was a really great evening. We got the job done quickly and we are pleased with the victory," Barcola told broadcaster France 2. "We knew we had to do the job in order to prepare in the best way possible for the (Champions League) final, we did it, and now we can go into the next match full of confidence." One minor issue to come out of the evening was the late withdrawal from the team of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The Georgian winger was replaced in the starting line-up by Desire Doue and returned home early. "There is no problem. After the warm-up he wasn't feeling great and we decided not to take any risks. He will be fine to train on Tuesday," insisted Luis Enrique. PSG's victory, watched over 77,000 at the national stadium, allowed them to complete a clean sweep of the domestic honours for the second time in as many seasons since Luis Enrique became coach in 2023. They added the French Cup to the Ligue 1 title as well as the Champions Trophy, France's equivalent of a Super Cup. PSG have now won the French Cup a record 16 times, including eight times in the last decade. The next most successful club in the history of the competition are Marseille, who won the last of their 10 titles in 1989. "Now we have three of the four titles we could have won, and on the 31st I hope after the game we will all be celebrating going down in the history of the club," added Luis Enrique. - Barcola double - Reims were appearing in their first French Cup final since 1977 and were looking to win the trophy for the third time, with their last success coming in the 1950s. They held PSG twice during the league campaign but any prospect of them winning this time probably ended a week ago. That was when they slumped into the relegation play-off place on the final night of the Ligue 1 campaign, forcing them into a two-legged tie against second-tier Metz which they must win to remain in the top flight next season. The first leg of that tie ended in a 1-1 draw on Wednesday, and Reims must now prepare for the return match at home next Thursday. PSG wasted little time in putting their struggling opponents to the sword as Barcola's quickfire brace effectively decided the final before the midway point in the first half. Doue's through-ball sent Barcola through to open the scoring in the 16th minute, and Doue then latched onto a Marquinhos pass before squaring for Barcola to tap in and make it 2-0 on 19 minutes. The double took Barcola to 21 goals for the season overall, a tally bettered only in the PSG squad by Ousmane Dembele with 33. They had chances to score again in this one-sided contest before Hakimi made it 3-0 two minutes prior to the interval, cushioning in a Barcola cross to finish off a great move. That was the end of the scoring as Luis Enrique -- who gave Matfey Safonov a start in goal ahead of Gianluigi Donnarumma -- took the chance to ring the changes after the break. However, Barcola was only a denied a hat-trick by a good save from Reims goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf, who also turned a Dembele cross-cum-shot onto the post. Having already won Ligue 1, PSG's victory means the Europa League place on offer to the Cup winners now goes to Lyon, who finished sixth in the league, while seventh-placed Strasbourg enter the Conference League. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League final showdown with Inter Milan by winning the French Cup on Saturday as Bradley Barcola scored twice in a comfortable 3-0 win against Reims.

PSG beat Reims to win French Cup ahead of Champions League final

Inter Miami fought back from 3-1 down to grab a 3-3 draw at MLS Eastern Conference leaders the Philadelphia Union on Saturday thanks to a stoppage-time leveller from substitute Telasco Segovia.&nbsp;Israeli forward Tai Baribo scored twice for Philadelphia to give them the two goal advantage but Lionel Messi gave Miami hope with an 87th-minute free-kick before Venezuelan Segovia dramatically grabbed the point.&nbsp;Quinn Sullivan, called up this week by Mauricio Pochettino to the US national team squad, fired Philadelphia ahead in the seventh minute with a sweet strike after Miami's defence had failed to close down.&nbsp;Baribo made it 2-0 with an instinctive finish in the 44th minute as Miami's defensive troubles continued.&nbsp;The visitors got a foothold in the game in the 60th minute when Noah Allen floated in a cross from the left which was met by a firm header from Argentine Tadeo Allende.&nbsp;But Philadelphia restored their two-goal cushion when, from a long throw, Miami were unable to clear and Jean-Jacques Danley pounced on the loose ball and Baribo fired home.Messi beat Union keeper Andrew Rick with a characteristically well driven free-kick for his sixth goal of the season three minutes from the end of regulation time to set up a frantic finale.Jovan Lukic hit the bar from inside the box early in stoppage time as Philly looked to wrap-up the win but they were left crestfallen in the fifth minute of stoppage time when, after good work from Messi, Segovia pounced and blasted home.&nbsp;There was still time for one more chance but an unmarked Danley, who had an outstanding game in midfield, somehow headed wide from close range.&nbsp;While the result was a welcome sign of character from Miami, they remain with just one win in their past eight games in all competitions having conceded 23 goals.&nbsp;Javier Mascherano's side are sixth in the Eastern Conference and the former Barcelona and Argentina midfielder praised his team's response.&nbsp;"We showed character, personality. It was another difficult start of the game for us because in the beginning we conceded the goal... but the guys showed they want want to fight to get out of this situation," said the Miami coach.&nbsp;"We are in a bad trend, but with a lot of spirit to come back to be the team we were at the beginning of the season," he added before demanding better from his back line.&nbsp;“We cannot concede every single corner kick and every single throw in and give opponents opportunities to score... we need to be more focused in those situations,” Mascherano said.&nbsp;USA forward Patrick Agyemang had scored twice for Dean Smith's Charlotte but Malte Amundsen looked to have earned the Columbus Crew a point before Spaniard Pep Biel grabbed a 75th-minute winner for a 3-2 triumph.&nbsp;Mexican star Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano's stoppage-time header earned San Diego a 2-1 victory over the winless defending champion Los Angeles Galaxy.&nbsp;Former Arsenal and France striker Olivier Giroud's 77th-minute goal earned Los Angeles FC a 2-2 draw at Montreal while Duncan McGuire's first league goal of the season gave Orlando a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers.&nbsp;Argentine Max Urruti's 84th-minute goal gave the New England Revolution a 3-3 draw at Sporting Kansas City after the visitors had let an early 2-0 lead slip.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Inter Miami fought back from 3-1 down to grab a 3-3 draw at MLS Eastern Conference leaders the Philadelphia Union on Saturday thanks to a stoppage-time leveller from substitute Telasco Segovia.

Inter Miami fought back from 3-1 down to grab a 3-3 draw at MLS Eastern Conference leaders the Philadelphia Union on Saturday thanks to a stoppage-time leveller from substitute Telasco Segovia. Israeli forward Tai Baribo scored twice for Philadelphia to give them the two goal advantage but Lionel Messi gave Miami hope with an 87th-minute free-kick before Venezuelan Segovia dramatically grabbed the point. Quinn Sullivan, called up this week by Mauricio Pochettino to the US national team squad, fired Philadelphia ahead in the seventh minute with a sweet strike after Miami's defence had failed to close down. Baribo made it 2-0 with an instinctive finish in the 44th minute as Miami's defensive troubles continued. The visitors got a foothold in the game in the 60th minute when Noah Allen floated in a cross from the left which was met by a firm header from Argentine Tadeo Allende. But Philadelphia restored their two-goal cushion when, from a long throw, Miami were unable to clear and Jean-Jacques Danley pounced on the loose ball and Baribo fired home. Messi beat Union keeper Andrew Rick with a characteristically well driven free-kick for his sixth goal of the season three minutes from the end of regulation time to set up a frantic finale. Jovan Lukic hit the bar from inside the box early in stoppage time as Philly looked to wrap-up the win but they were left crestfallen in the fifth minute of stoppage time when, after good work from Messi, Segovia pounced and blasted home. There was still time for one more chance but an unmarked Danley, who had an outstanding game in midfield, somehow headed wide from close range. While the result was a welcome sign of character from Miami, they remain with just one win in their past eight games in all competitions having conceded 23 goals. Javier Mascherano's side are sixth in the Eastern Conference and the former Barcelona and Argentina midfielder praised his team's response. "We showed character, personality. It was another difficult start of the game for us because in the beginning we conceded the goal... but the guys showed they want want to fight to get out of this situation," said the Miami coach. "We are in a bad trend, but with a lot of spirit to come back to be the team we were at the beginning of the season," he added before demanding better from his back line. “We cannot concede every single corner kick and every single throw in and give opponents opportunities to score... we need to be more focused in those situations,” Mascherano said. USA forward Patrick Agyemang had scored twice for Dean Smith's Charlotte but Malte Amundsen looked to have earned the Columbus Crew a point before Spaniard Pep Biel grabbed a 75th-minute winner for a 3-2 triumph. Mexican star Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano's stoppage-time header earned San Diego a 2-1 victory over the winless defending champion Los Angeles Galaxy. Former Arsenal and France striker Olivier Giroud's 77th-minute goal earned Los Angeles FC a 2-2 draw at Montreal while Duncan McGuire's first league goal of the season gave Orlando a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers. Argentine Max Urruti's 84th-minute goal gave the New England Revolution a 3-3 draw at Sporting Kansas City after the visitors had let an early 2-0 lead slip. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Inter Miami fought back from 3-1 down to grab a 3-3 draw at MLS Eastern Conference leaders the Philadelphia Union on Saturday thanks to a stoppage-time leveller from substitute Telasco Segovia.

MLS: Lionel Messi helps Inter Miami fight back for 3-3 draw at Philadelphia

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Liverpool winger Luis Diaz and Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford are "fantastic players" amid speculation the Spanish champions are interested in signing one of them.&nbsp;This season, Raphinha has excelled on the left wing and on Thursday signed a contract extension until 2028, but Barca are looking to add another option to their squad for that position.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ange-postecoglou-future-at-spurs-remains-uncertain-despite-european-glory-europa-league-tottenham-1748098633894">Ange Postecoglou's future at Spurs remains uncertain despite European glory</a>&nbsp;Sporting director Deco admitted he liked the Premier League duo earlier in the week on Spanish radio, and Flick confirmed he is of a similar opinion.&nbsp;"Normally I don't want to speak about players that are not in my team, but of course both of them are fantastic players," Flick told a news conference Saturday, a day before Barca's final La Liga match at Athletic Bilbao.&nbsp;"I like them and we will see what happens -- but of course they are fantastic players."&nbsp;England international Rashford is out of favour at Manchester United and spent the second half of the season on loan at Aston Villa.&nbsp;Colombian winger Diaz is a regular for Premier League champions Liverpool and could cost around 80 million euros ($91 million), which would represent a significant financial outlay for a Barca side still struggling in that regard.&nbsp;This season, they had to battle La Liga through the court system to allow Dani Olmo and Pau Victor to play after they were not registered in time because of economic issues.&nbsp;Barca winger Ansu Fati is linked with a move to Ligue 1 side Monaco, having played just six La Liga matches under Flick this season.&nbsp;"(Ansu leaving) is not my decision, he has a contract and will make the decision," said Flick. "When he wants to speak with me, he can do that, it's not a problem, but for me, it's his decision."&nbsp;Flick renewed his Barca deal until 2027 this week after a season in which the Catalans won a domestic treble, adding the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup to their league triumph.&nbsp;The German coach said he thought things might be trickier in the coming season but that Barca would look to raise their level further still.&nbsp;"We also want to improve next season. I know it's not easy, the next season may be tougher than this season," added Flick. "But of course we have confidence, we know how good we can play football, but we also have to work on this level... (and the staff) also have to work hard and give the players more options."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick hails Luis Diaz and Marcus Rashford amid transfer rumours

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Liverpool winger Luis Diaz and Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford are "fantastic players" amid speculation the Spanish champions are interested in signing one of them. This season, Raphinha has excelled on the left wing and on Thursday signed a contract extension until 2028, but Barca are looking to add another option to their squad for that position. Also read | Ange Postecoglou's future at Spurs remains uncertain despite European glory Sporting director Deco admitted he liked the Premier League duo earlier in the week on Spanish radio, and Flick confirmed he is of a similar opinion. "Normally I don't want to speak about players that are not in my team, but of course both of them are fantastic players," Flick told a news conference Saturday, a day before Barca's final La Liga match at Athletic Bilbao. "I like them and we will see what happens -- but of course they are fantastic players." England international Rashford is out of favour at Manchester United and spent the second half of the season on loan at Aston Villa. Colombian winger Diaz is a regular for Premier League champions Liverpool and could cost around 80 million euros ($91 million), which would represent a significant financial outlay for a Barca side still struggling in that regard. This season, they had to battle La Liga through the court system to allow Dani Olmo and Pau Victor to play after they were not registered in time because of economic issues. Barca winger Ansu Fati is linked with a move to Ligue 1 side Monaco, having played just six La Liga matches under Flick this season. "(Ansu leaving) is not my decision, he has a contract and will make the decision," said Flick. "When he wants to speak with me, he can do that, it's not a problem, but for me, it's his decision." Flick renewed his Barca deal until 2027 this week after a season in which the Catalans won a domestic treble, adding the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup to their league triumph. The German coach said he thought things might be trickier in the coming season but that Barca would look to raise their level further still. "We also want to improve next season. I know it's not easy, the next season may be tougher than this season," added Flick. "But of course we have confidence, we know how good we can play football, but we also have to work on this level... (and the staff) also have to work hard and give the players more options." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

This season, Raphinha has excelled on the left wing and on Thursday signed a contract extension until 2028, but Barca are looking to add another option to their squad for that position.

Ange Postecoglou is yet to discuss his future with chairman Daniel Levy as the Tottenham manager waits to discover if he will be sacked despite winning the Europa League.&nbsp;Postecoglou led Tottenham to their first silverware in 17 years with a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Wednesday's final in Bilbao.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/europa-league-ange-postecoglou-lives-up-to-promise-as-spurs-boss-delivers-silverware-in-europe-says-i-m-a-winner-1747892109276">Ange Postecoglou lives up to promise as Spurs boss delivers silverware in Europe, says 'I'm a winner'</a>&nbsp;The north London club's first European trophy in 41 years also secured qualification for next season's Champions League. But, languishing in 17th in the Premier League, Tottenham are set for their worst top-flight final position since 1976-77 amid reports that Postecoglou faces the axe.&nbsp;After being serenaded by thousands of Tottenham supporters at Friday's Europa League bus parade, Postecoglou declared "season three is always better than season two" in a hint he believes that he will survive. But, facing the media before the last game of the top-flight season against Brighton on Sunday, the 59-year-old insisted he remained in the dark over his future.&nbsp;"I should have thought about it a bit more because, as somebody rightly pointed out, sometimes they kill off the main character. I could be in strife there," Postecoglou told reporters on Saturday.&nbsp;"I said, even before the game, I really believe we're just building something, and a significant win accelerates that. I really believe that is the case, and I am not going to put a limit on what we can achieve.&nbsp;"I certainly believe it's exciting the possibilities of next year, knowing I've got a group of players now and staff and a club that knows how to win and wants more of it.&nbsp;"Similar to before the game, I haven't had any discussions with the club. Like I said, maybe they were just waiting for clear air to give me some guidance, but I haven't heard anything from the club."&nbsp;Pressed on his chances of remaining in the job for a third season, former Celtic boss Postecoglou referenced American comedy Seinfeld and an episode where character George Costanza turns up for work after leaving his job.&nbsp;Postecoglou, who has two years to run on his contract, said: "I just refuse to be distracted by anything in terms of the opportunity that was before us.&nbsp;"And since the game, I just wanted to take the opportunity also to enjoy that as well.&nbsp;"I haven't thought about it. I assume at some point somebody will tell me something. If not, I'm just gonna roll up next year and be a bit like Costanza from Seinfeld. I'll just sit in the desk and get on with my job."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Ange Postecoglou future at Spurs remains uncertain despite European glory

Ange Postecoglou is yet to discuss his future with chairman Daniel Levy as the Tottenham manager waits to discover if he will be sacked despite winning the Europa League. Postecoglou led Tottenham to their first silverware in 17 years with a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Wednesday's final in Bilbao. Also read | Ange Postecoglou lives up to promise as Spurs boss delivers silverware in Europe, says 'I'm a winner' The north London club's first European trophy in 41 years also secured qualification for next season's Champions League. But, languishing in 17th in the Premier League, Tottenham are set for their worst top-flight final position since 1976-77 amid reports that Postecoglou faces the axe. After being serenaded by thousands of Tottenham supporters at Friday's Europa League bus parade, Postecoglou declared "season three is always better than season two" in a hint he believes that he will survive. But, facing the media before the last game of the top-flight season against Brighton on Sunday, the 59-year-old insisted he remained in the dark over his future. "I should have thought about it a bit more because, as somebody rightly pointed out, sometimes they kill off the main character. I could be in strife there," Postecoglou told reporters on Saturday. "I said, even before the game, I really believe we're just building something, and a significant win accelerates that. I really believe that is the case, and I am not going to put a limit on what we can achieve. "I certainly believe it's exciting the possibilities of next year, knowing I've got a group of players now and staff and a club that knows how to win and wants more of it. "Similar to before the game, I haven't had any discussions with the club. Like I said, maybe they were just waiting for clear air to give me some guidance, but I haven't heard anything from the club." Pressed on his chances of remaining in the job for a third season, former Celtic boss Postecoglou referenced American comedy Seinfeld and an episode where character George Costanza turns up for work after leaving his job. Postecoglou, who has two years to run on his contract, said: "I just refuse to be distracted by anything in terms of the opportunity that was before us. "And since the game, I just wanted to take the opportunity also to enjoy that as well. "I haven't thought about it. I assume at some point somebody will tell me something. If not, I'm just gonna roll up next year and be a bit like Costanza from Seinfeld. I'll just sit in the desk and get on with my job." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Postecoglou led Tottenham to their first silverware in 17 years with a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Wednesday's final in Bilbao.

Ange Postecoglou's future at Spurs remains uncertain despite European glory

Napoli climbed back to the top of Italian football after sealing the Serie A title on Friday, bouncing back from disaster to win the Italian championship for the fourth time.&nbsp;Scott McTominay and Romelu Lukaku netted in a 2-0 win over Cagliari at a packed and wild Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as Napoli secured their second league crown in three years on the final day of the season.&nbsp;Napoli finished the season a point ahead of closest rivals Inter Milan who won 2-0 at Como, the outgoing champions' opponents having to play half the match with 10 men after goalkeeper Pepe Reina was sent off just before half-time of his last ever match.Friday's triumph crowned a season which started with few thinking Napoli could challenge Inter after finishing 10th as reigning champions last term.&nbsp;"It's happened again and it's fantastic... we've had a really great season and it's all thanks to the boys who wanted to put themselves out there, especially those who won the league two years ago," said coach Antonio Conte. &nbsp;Conte has taken Napoli by the scruff of the neck but did nothing to squash rumours that he will leave in the summer after one season in Naples due to his frustrations at a lack of investment from owner Aurelio De Laurentiis.&nbsp;"I have a good relationship with the president and his family," said Conte when pressed on his future by DAZN.&nbsp;"I've had the opportunity to get to know him and him me, we're celebrating together and we're two winners. Maybe we're a bit different, but we're two winners."&nbsp;Inter's win meant nothing as another Scudetto party was kicked off in Naples by the fans' new heroes McTominay and Lukaku, with fans lighting flares and setting off fireworks in the streets in celebration.&nbsp;Scotland midfielder McTominay, named player of the season, signed with the league campaign already underway in August and immediately made an impact on a team still reeling last season's disaster.<h2>Speechless McTominay</h2>His 12th goal of his first Serie A season, three minutes before half-time, was a fitting way for Napoli to break the deadlock as he has been the symbol of the team's renewal under Conte."I'm lost for words. It's incredible you know, the sacrifice that every single player in the group has put forward to the cause," said McTominay.&nbsp;"And the people deserve it because they've been behind us from day one, and for me to come and experience this is a dream."&nbsp;McTominay's acrobatic volley from Matteo Politano's cross broke the ice in a tense stadium, as supporters watched a clutch of good chances come and go while Inter took the lead through Stefan de Vrij in the 21st minute in Como and briefly moved top of the division.&nbsp;And Lukaku made sure that Napoli would secure title glory five minutes after the break when he collected Amir Rrahmani's long pass and held off Yerry Mina before ramming home the goal which sealed the deal.&nbsp;Joaquin Correa doubled Inter's lead just as Lukaku scored, cutting inside Ivan Smolcic before confidently sliding home his second goal of the season.&nbsp;But Inter now turn their attentions to the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Munich, where Simone Inzaghi's team will try to win club football's biggest prize after conceding the Scudetto to Napoli.&nbsp;Twelve points lost from winning positions played their part in Inter losing the title and the second-string team sent out at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia suggested that Inzaghi was already thinking ahead to next weekend.&nbsp;Inter had been gunning to repeat the treble won under Jose Mourinho in 2010 earlier in the season but the Champions League is now their only chance for a trophy from a long, and draining campaign which they could end with nothing.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Napoli climbed back to the top of Italian football after sealing the Serie A title on Friday, bouncing back from disaster to win the Italian championship for the fourth time.

Napoli climbed back to the top of Italian football after sealing the Serie A title on Friday, bouncing back from disaster to win the Italian championship for the fourth time. Scott McTominay and Romelu Lukaku netted in a 2-0 win over Cagliari at a packed and wild Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as Napoli secured their second league crown in three years on the final day of the season. Napoli finished the season a point ahead of closest rivals Inter Milan who won 2-0 at Como, the outgoing champions' opponents having to play half the match with 10 men after goalkeeper Pepe Reina was sent off just before half-time of his last ever match. Friday's triumph crowned a season which started with few thinking Napoli could challenge Inter after finishing 10th as reigning champions last term. "It's happened again and it's fantastic... we've had a really great season and it's all thanks to the boys who wanted to put themselves out there, especially those who won the league two years ago," said coach Antonio Conte. Conte has taken Napoli by the scruff of the neck but did nothing to squash rumours that he will leave in the summer after one season in Naples due to his frustrations at a lack of investment from owner Aurelio De Laurentiis. "I have a good relationship with the president and his family," said Conte when pressed on his future by DAZN. "I've had the opportunity to get to know him and him me, we're celebrating together and we're two winners. Maybe we're a bit different, but we're two winners." Inter's win meant nothing as another Scudetto party was kicked off in Naples by the fans' new heroes McTominay and Lukaku, with fans lighting flares and setting off fireworks in the streets in celebration. Scotland midfielder McTominay, named player of the season, signed with the league campaign already underway in August and immediately made an impact on a team still reeling last season's disaster. Speechless McTominay His 12th goal of his first Serie A season, three minutes before half-time, was a fitting way for Napoli to break the deadlock as he has been the symbol of the team's renewal under Conte. "I'm lost for words. It's incredible you know, the sacrifice that every single player in the group has put forward to the cause," said McTominay. "And the people deserve it because they've been behind us from day one, and for me to come and experience this is a dream." McTominay's acrobatic volley from Matteo Politano's cross broke the ice in a tense stadium, as supporters watched a clutch of good chances come and go while Inter took the lead through Stefan de Vrij in the 21st minute in Como and briefly moved top of the division. And Lukaku made sure that Napoli would secure title glory five minutes after the break when he collected Amir Rrahmani's long pass and held off Yerry Mina before ramming home the goal which sealed the deal. Joaquin Correa doubled Inter's lead just as Lukaku scored, cutting inside Ivan Smolcic before confidently sliding home his second goal of the season. But Inter now turn their attentions to the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Munich, where Simone Inzaghi's team will try to win club football's biggest prize after conceding the Scudetto to Napoli. Twelve points lost from winning positions played their part in Inter losing the title and the second-string team sent out at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia suggested that Inzaghi was already thinking ahead to next weekend. Inter had been gunning to repeat the treble won under Jose Mourinho in 2010 earlier in the season but the Champions League is now their only chance for a trophy from a long, and draining campaign which they could end with nothing. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Napoli climbed back to the top of Italian football after sealing the Serie A title on Friday, bouncing back from disaster to win the Italian championship for the fourth time.

Napoli back on top in Italy after sealing fourth Serie A crown on dramatic final day

Thomas Tuchel said Friday he will not release England players early for the Club World Cup because he wants to build a close bond with his squad.&nbsp;England play a World Cup qualifier against Andorra on June 7 before a friendly against Senegal in Nottingham three days later.&nbsp;The expanded Club World Cup, involving 32 teams, starts in the United States on June 14.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/liverpool-boss-arne-slot-says-trent-alexander-arnold-deserves-his-part-in-liverpool-title-party-real-madrid-premier-league-1748011577950">Arne Slot says Alexander-Arnold 'deserves' his part in Liverpool title party</a>&nbsp;Tuchel had considered leaving out players involved in the month-long tournament, but opted to name eight in his squad on Friday and has no intention of allowing them to leave early.&nbsp;"We will start the camp with 26 and finish the camp with the same 26. That's the decision in the end," Tuchel said. "I was an advocate and could see the reasons for the players who go to the Club World Cup to maybe leave a bit earlier, to maybe change the squad.&nbsp;"We even had discussions if we nominate the squad without Club World Cup players, so the discussion was very open in all directions. But very quickly we understood that it is also important for us."&nbsp;Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, who is reportedly set for surgery on a shoulder issue after the tournament, Bayern Munich's Harry Kane and Atletico Madrid's Conor Gallagher are among the Club World Cup participants named in the England squad.&nbsp;Tuchel also called up the Chelsea quintet Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, Trevoh Chalobah, Levi Colwill and Reece James.&nbsp;The German is aware that clubs would prefer he adopted a more flexible approach, but he is determined to give priority to England's World Cup challenge.&nbsp;"It's only one year to go until the World Cup, so why would you send players away? We want to cherish and worship every day together, and what signal would it send to the group to send players away?" asked Tuchel. "I can understand the arguments, especially of the clubs who would love to see their players get a rest, but I think we have the strongest arguments for ourselves, and for our goals that we want to reach.&nbsp;"We are building a togetherness. We want to develop a camaraderie, and this is only possible if we take every day seriously.&nbsp;"The players know it, the clubs know it, and this is our decision."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Thomas Tuchel wont let England stars leave early for Club World Cup

Thomas Tuchel said Friday he will not release England players early for the Club World Cup because he wants to build a close bond with his squad. England play a World Cup qualifier against Andorra on June 7 before a friendly against Senegal in Nottingham three days later. The expanded Club World Cup, involving 32 teams, starts in the United States on June 14. Also read | Arne Slot says Alexander-Arnold 'deserves' his part in Liverpool title party Tuchel had considered leaving out players involved in the month-long tournament, but opted to name eight in his squad on Friday and has no intention of allowing them to leave early. "We will start the camp with 26 and finish the camp with the same 26. That's the decision in the end," Tuchel said. "I was an advocate and could see the reasons for the players who go to the Club World Cup to maybe leave a bit earlier, to maybe change the squad. "We even had discussions if we nominate the squad without Club World Cup players, so the discussion was very open in all directions. But very quickly we understood that it is also important for us." Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, who is reportedly set for surgery on a shoulder issue after the tournament, Bayern Munich's Harry Kane and Atletico Madrid's Conor Gallagher are among the Club World Cup participants named in the England squad. Tuchel also called up the Chelsea quintet Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, Trevoh Chalobah, Levi Colwill and Reece James. The German is aware that clubs would prefer he adopted a more flexible approach, but he is determined to give priority to England's World Cup challenge. "It's only one year to go until the World Cup, so why would you send players away? We want to cherish and worship every day together, and what signal would it send to the group to send players away?" asked Tuchel. "I can understand the arguments, especially of the clubs who would love to see their players get a rest, but I think we have the strongest arguments for ourselves, and for our goals that we want to reach. "We are building a togetherness. We want to develop a camaraderie, and this is only possible if we take every day seriously. "The players know it, the clubs know it, and this is our decision." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

England play a World Cup qualifier against Andorra on June 7 before a friendly against Senegal in Nottingham three days later.

Thomas Tuchel won't let England stars leave early for Club World Cup

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/arne-slot">Arne Slot</a> said Trent Alexander-Arnold "deserves" to be part of Liverpool's title celebrations despite revealing he was unhappy with the defender's performances in training at the start of the season.&nbsp;The England international announced his decision to quit his boyhood club earlier this month and is widely expected to join Real Madrid.&nbsp;He was booed by Liverpool fans when he came on as a second-half substitute in last week's 2-2 draw against Arsenal at Anfield and did not play in the 3-2 defeat at Brighton on Monday.&nbsp;Liverpool, who wrapped up the Premier League title last month with four games to spare, will be presented with the trophy after Sunday's game against FA Cup winners Crystal Palace.&nbsp;Slot was asked by reporters on Friday whether he had concerns that the celebrations would be overshadowed by a negative reaction to Alexander-Arnold.&nbsp;He said he had yet to make a decision on the extent of the right-back's involvement.&nbsp;"I haven't decided on that one yet, but I think this should be a day that everybody is going to enjoy," Slot said.&nbsp;"It's been 35 years, everybody is waiting for this moment."&nbsp;Liverpool lifted the 2020 Premier League trophy behind closed doors due to Covid restrictions.&nbsp;Slot, in his first season at Anfield, said celebrations after Liverpool sealed the title against Tottenham were special.&nbsp;"I'm hoping that we can add a moment like this to it, and I think everybody that's in this stadium deserves to be there, the fans, the staff, but also the players," he said.&nbsp;“One of my players is Trent, so he definitely deserves to be there as well because he's been part of an incredibly successful season and an incredibly successful (few) years at this club.”<h2>‘Not happy’</h2>&nbsp;While Slot hopes Alexander-Arnold gets a fond farewell from fans, the Dutchman was critical about the right-back's efforts in training during his early weeks as Liverpool manager.&nbsp;"He's going to leave either way, so maybe it's already a first gift I can give Xabi (Alonso, expected to be the new Real Madrid manager)," he said. "But I wasn't completely happy with every single minute how he was on the training ground. So, in my opinion, in certain moments he could do a bit more, to say it mildly.&nbsp;"I said to him, 'You are a much better defender than everybody tells you, but unfortunately, you don't show it all the time. '"&nbsp;Slot said he told Alexander-Arnold, 26, that if he was focused, there were not many players that could go past him because he is "fast, he's agile, he has a great mentality".&nbsp;"It's about showing it every single game, because in this world we are judged not only on the 34 games we do well, we are mainly judged on the four games that we don't do so well," he said.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Liverpool boss Slot says Alexander-Arnold deserves his part in Liverpool title party

Arne Slot said Trent Alexander-Arnold "deserves" to be part of Liverpool's title celebrations despite revealing he was unhappy with the defender's performances in training at the start of the season. The England international announced his decision to quit his boyhood club earlier this month and is widely expected to join Real Madrid. He was booed by Liverpool fans when he came on as a second-half substitute in last week's 2-2 draw against Arsenal at Anfield and did not play in the 3-2 defeat at Brighton on Monday. Liverpool, who wrapped up the Premier League title last month with four games to spare, will be presented with the trophy after Sunday's game against FA Cup winners Crystal Palace. Slot was asked by reporters on Friday whether he had concerns that the celebrations would be overshadowed by a negative reaction to Alexander-Arnold. He said he had yet to make a decision on the extent of the right-back's involvement. "I haven't decided on that one yet, but I think this should be a day that everybody is going to enjoy," Slot said. "It's been 35 years, everybody is waiting for this moment." Liverpool lifted the 2020 Premier League trophy behind closed doors due to Covid restrictions. Slot, in his first season at Anfield, said celebrations after Liverpool sealed the title against Tottenham were special. "I'm hoping that we can add a moment like this to it, and I think everybody that's in this stadium deserves to be there, the fans, the staff, but also the players," he said. “One of my players is Trent, so he definitely deserves to be there as well because he's been part of an incredibly successful season and an incredibly successful (few) years at this club.” ‘Not happy’ While Slot hopes Alexander-Arnold gets a fond farewell from fans, the Dutchman was critical about the right-back's efforts in training during his early weeks as Liverpool manager. "He's going to leave either way, so maybe it's already a first gift I can give Xabi (Alonso, expected to be the new Real Madrid manager)," he said. "But I wasn't completely happy with every single minute how he was on the training ground. So, in my opinion, in certain moments he could do a bit more, to say it mildly. "I said to him, 'You are a much better defender than everybody tells you, but unfortunately, you don't show it all the time. '" Slot said he told Alexander-Arnold, 26, that if he was focused, there were not many players that could go past him because he is "fast, he's agile, he has a great mentality". "It's about showing it every single game, because in this world we are judged not only on the 34 games we do well, we are mainly judged on the four games that we don't do so well," he said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

The England international announced his decision to quit his boyhood club earlier this month and is widely expected to join Real Madrid.

Arne Slot says Alexander-Arnold 'deserves' his part in Liverpool title party

Crisis at Manchester United are set to continue as the club’s latest round of layoffs is likely to affect around 200 club employees according to a report on Friday (May 23). United fresh from their defeat in the Europa League final at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur are likely to inform around 200 club employees of the redundancy ahead of their match against Aston Villa. The club in addition are also set to learn their final position in the Premier League table on Sunday, which could be as low as 17th if results go against them.&nbsp;<h2>United set for latest round of redundancy?</h2>“Some of the 200 employees facing redundancy will be informed of their fate this week, surprises at the timing of the news, coming so soon after the defeat in Bilbao, but the club appears keen to make savings as soon as possible,” prominent journalist Craig Hope added in his article.&nbsp;In the last 12 months, United have carried out rounds of redundancy, laying off employees from different departments. The cost-cutting spree has also seen Sir Alex Ferguson relieved from his duties as club ambassador. The club has also stopped serving free food for non-first team players in the club canteen.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the other hand, it was also revealed at the start of the week that in case United manage to win the Europa League, there won’t be an open bus parade as other sides have done. Instead United planned for a club dinner party to reduce the cost deposit.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the other hand, United are sitting 16th in the Premier League table and could finish as low as 17th, a place above the relegation zone. United’s game against Aston Villa will be the club’s last home game of the season with fans expected to give a cold reception to the team and the management. The defeat in the Europa League final also saw United miss out on Champions League football, with a return to Europe looking unlikely in the near future.

Crisis at Manchester United are set to continue as the club’s latest round of layoffs is likely to affect around 200 club employees according to a report on Friday (May 23).

Crisis at Manchester United are set to continue as the club’s latest round of layoffs is likely to affect around 200 club employees according to a report on Friday (May 23). United fresh from their defeat in the Europa League final at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur are likely to inform around 200 club employees of the redundancy ahead of their match against Aston Villa. The club in addition are also set to learn their final position in the Premier League table on Sunday, which could be as low as 17th if results go against them. United set for latest round of redundancy? “Some of the 200 employees facing redundancy will be informed of their fate this week, surprises at the timing of the news, coming so soon after the defeat in Bilbao, but the club appears keen to make savings as soon as possible,” prominent journalist Craig Hope added in his article. In the last 12 months, United have carried out rounds of redundancy, laying off employees from different departments. The cost-cutting spree has also seen Sir Alex Ferguson relieved from his duties as club ambassador. The club has also stopped serving free food for non-first team players in the club canteen. On the other hand, it was also revealed at the start of the week that in case United manage to win the Europa League, there won’t be an open bus parade as other sides have done. Instead United planned for a club dinner party to reduce the cost deposit. On the other hand, United are sitting 16th in the Premier League table and could finish as low as 17th, a place above the relegation zone. United’s game against Aston Villa will be the club’s last home game of the season with fans expected to give a cold reception to the team and the management. The defeat in the Europa League final also saw United miss out on Champions League football, with a return to Europe looking unlikely in the near future.

Crisis at Manchester United are set to continue as the club’s latest round of layoffs is likely to affect around 200 club employees according to a report on Friday (May 23).

Crisis continue at Manchester United after Europa League final defeat, employees face latest round of redundancy - Report

Carlo Ancelotti has officially confirmed his exit from Real Madrid as the La Liga season comes to an end this weekend. In a statement released on Friday (May 23) by Ancelotti, he thanked the club and leaves with great admiration. Ancelotti bows out of the Madrid job with two Champions League and as many La Liga titles in his second spell as his next chapter includes a stint with the Brazilian national team.&nbsp;<h2>Ancelotti waves goodbye</h2>"Today we go our separate ways again. Today, once again, I carry in my heart every moment experienced in this wonderful second spell as Real Madrid coach. They've been unforgettable years, an incredible journey full of emotions, trophies and, above all, the pride of representing this badge," Ancelotti wrote in a post on Instagram.&nbsp;"Thanks to the president Florentino Perez, to the club, to my players, to my staff and, above all, to this unique fanbase that has always made me feel like one of them.”&nbsp;This was the Italian manager’s second spell with the Spanish side with whom he won the 2022 and 2024 Champions League and along with La Liga in the same season. He also helped the club win the 2023 Copa del Rey along with the Club World Cup in both his stints. His 2022 La Liga success was a special feat as he became the first and only manager to win all five major European leagues as manager.&nbsp;&nbsp;During his first spell as manager, Ancelotti won the Champions League and Copa del Rey double in 2014 before going trophyless in 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;He will be succeeded by former Real player Xabi Alonso with the Spanish gaffer set to take charge during the Club World Cup in the United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;The former AC Milan boss will take charge of the Brazilian national team as they look to end their 24-year drought for a FIFA World Cup title in 2026.

Carlo Ancelotti bows out of the Madrid job with two Champions League and as many La Liga titles in his second spell as his next chapter includes a stint with the Brazilian national team. 

Carlo Ancelotti has officially confirmed his exit from Real Madrid as the La Liga season comes to an end this weekend. In a statement released on Friday (May 23) by Ancelotti, he thanked the club and leaves with great admiration. Ancelotti bows out of the Madrid job with two Champions League and as many La Liga titles in his second spell as his next chapter includes a stint with the Brazilian national team. Ancelotti waves goodbye "Today we go our separate ways again. Today, once again, I carry in my heart every moment experienced in this wonderful second spell as Real Madrid coach. They've been unforgettable years, an incredible journey full of emotions, trophies and, above all, the pride of representing this badge," Ancelotti wrote in a post on Instagram. "Thanks to the president Florentino Perez, to the club, to my players, to my staff and, above all, to this unique fanbase that has always made me feel like one of them.” This was the Italian manager’s second spell with the Spanish side with whom he won the 2022 and 2024 Champions League and along with La Liga in the same season. He also helped the club win the 2023 Copa del Rey along with the Club World Cup in both his stints. His 2022 La Liga success was a special feat as he became the first and only manager to win all five major European leagues as manager. During his first spell as manager, Ancelotti won the Champions League and Copa del Rey double in 2014 before going trophyless in 2015. He will be succeeded by former Real player Xabi Alonso with the Spanish gaffer set to take charge during the Club World Cup in the United States. The former AC Milan boss will take charge of the Brazilian national team as they look to end their 24-year drought for a FIFA World Cup title in 2026.

Carlo Ancelotti bows out of the Madrid job with two Champions League and as many La Liga titles in his second spell as his next chapter includes a stint with the Brazilian national team.&nbsp;

Carlo Ancelotti officially confirms Real Madrid exit as stern test awaits with Brazilian national team

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a>'s Croatian midfielder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/luka-modric">Luka Modric</a> said Thursday he would leave the Spanish giants after the Club World Cup this summer."Everything in life has a start and an end... on Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabeu," said Modric, 39, in a post on Instagram, as he reaches the end of his contract with Los Blancos.&nbsp;"I'm leaving with a full heart, filled with pride, gratitude and unforgettable memories.&nbsp;"And even though, after the Club World Cup, I'm no longer going to wear this shirt on the pitch, I will always be a Madrid fan."&nbsp;The Croatian has played nearly 600 games for Real Madrid since joining from Tottenham in 2012, winning the Champions League six times, the Copa del Rey twice and four La Liga titles among 28 trophies in total.&nbsp;Modric struggled at the start of his Madrid career after a move worth around 35 million euros ($40 million) but quickly found his footing and developed into one of the world's best midfielders.&nbsp;Modric, who became Madrid captain last summer, won the Ballon d'Or in 2018 for his performances with Madrid and also his country, as Croatia finished as runners-up at the World Cup in Russia.&nbsp;"Throughout these years I've experienced incredible moments, comebacks that seemed impossible, finals, celebrations and magical nights at the Bernabeu," continued Modric.&nbsp;“We won it all, and I was very happy. Very, very happy.”<h2>‘Unforgettable era’ &nbsp;</h2>Modric signed a one-year contract extension until June 30, 2025 last summer, but may stay a few days beyond that if Madrid progress from their Club World Cup group as expected. The tournament finishes on July 13.&nbsp;"Real Madrid and our captain Luka Modric have agreed to end an unforgettable era... after the Club World Cup that our team will compete in from June 18 in the United States," said Madrid in a statement.&nbsp;"Real Madrid want to show their gratitude and affection to someone who is one of the biggest legends at our club and in world football...&nbsp;"Modric is one of the five players who, in the whole of football history, has managed to win six European Cups, and he is the player with the most trophies in 123 years of Real Madrid's existence."&nbsp;The midfielder scored 43 goals for Madrid in 590 games, and is the club's ninth-highest appearance maker. Former striker Raul is first with 741 games.&nbsp;"Modric will always stay in the hearts of all Madrid fans as a unique and exemplary footballer, who has always represented Madrid's values," said Madrid president Florentino Perez.&nbsp;"Madrid fans and all fans in the world fell in love with his football, his legacy will remain forever."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Luka Modric confirms Real Madrid exit after Club World Cup

Real Madrid's Croatian midfielder Luka Modric said Thursday he would leave the Spanish giants after the Club World Cup this summer. "Everything in life has a start and an end... on Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabeu," said Modric, 39, in a post on Instagram, as he reaches the end of his contract with Los Blancos. "I'm leaving with a full heart, filled with pride, gratitude and unforgettable memories. "And even though, after the Club World Cup, I'm no longer going to wear this shirt on the pitch, I will always be a Madrid fan." The Croatian has played nearly 600 games for Real Madrid since joining from Tottenham in 2012, winning the Champions League six times, the Copa del Rey twice and four La Liga titles among 28 trophies in total. Modric struggled at the start of his Madrid career after a move worth around 35 million euros ($40 million) but quickly found his footing and developed into one of the world's best midfielders. Modric, who became Madrid captain last summer, won the Ballon d'Or in 2018 for his performances with Madrid and also his country, as Croatia finished as runners-up at the World Cup in Russia. "Throughout these years I've experienced incredible moments, comebacks that seemed impossible, finals, celebrations and magical nights at the Bernabeu," continued Modric. “We won it all, and I was very happy. Very, very happy.” ‘Unforgettable era’ Modric signed a one-year contract extension until June 30, 2025 last summer, but may stay a few days beyond that if Madrid progress from their Club World Cup group as expected. The tournament finishes on July 13. "Real Madrid and our captain Luka Modric have agreed to end an unforgettable era... after the Club World Cup that our team will compete in from June 18 in the United States," said Madrid in a statement. "Real Madrid want to show their gratitude and affection to someone who is one of the biggest legends at our club and in world football... "Modric is one of the five players who, in the whole of football history, has managed to win six European Cups, and he is the player with the most trophies in 123 years of Real Madrid's existence." The midfielder scored 43 goals for Madrid in 590 games, and is the club's ninth-highest appearance maker. Former striker Raul is first with 741 games. "Modric will always stay in the hearts of all Madrid fans as a unique and exemplary footballer, who has always represented Madrid's values," said Madrid president Florentino Perez. "Madrid fans and all fans in the world fell in love with his football, his legacy will remain forever." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

The Croatian has played nearly 600 games for Real Madrid since joining from Tottenham in 2012, winning the Champions League six times, the Copa del Rey twice and four La Liga titles among 28 trophies in total.

The internet says football veteran <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> is 40 years old, but is that true? Tests done by a technology company revealed Ronaldo is much younger than that. The question is, how much younger?&nbsp;Per the latest reports, a technology company checked Ronaldo’s biological age, only to find out that he is more than 11 years younger than he is now, making him 28.9 years old.&nbsp; &nbsp;Whoop - a tech company specialized in fitness trackers and health monitoring devices and has Ronaldo as their brand ambassador, measured his physiological data like heart rate and heart rate variability that then gave information into his exertion, recovery and sleep to figure out Ronaldo’s biological age. &nbsp;Speaking on the Whoop podcast, Ronaldo expressed excitement about knowing his biological age, which is way younger than his actual age. The Portuguese legend even joked about playing for another ten years after learning the results of his biological age.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I don’t believe it’s so good: my age is 28.9 years,” he said to the host. "That means I’m going to be playing football for another 10 years!” &nbsp;Shedding more light on his mantra of staying this fit for over two decades now, Ronaldo revealed he walks around 17,000 steps in a day and sleeps up to seven hours, maintaining a healthy lifestyle.&nbsp; &nbsp;“That’s how I live my life: I always move, football or playing with kids. So, I am not surprised. &nbsp;“Sleep is probably the most important tool that I have. Only moment in day you can recover and settle everything. Great night of sleep is important in life in terms of health span. I go to bed around 11-12 and wake up at 8.30-8.45 am,” Ronaldo revealed.&nbsp; &nbsp;Explaining the perks of getting ample sleep, Ronaldo added,&nbsp; &nbsp;“When you are younger, you think you are unbreakable. By age, the football demands physically a lot on the body. You have to managed that. You have to be smart and do things differently. I have learned from time and with my experience, and adjust year by year.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to make headlines in the football world. With his contract with Saudi Pro-League club Al-Nassr about to end this summer, the rumours of an unnamed Brazilian club offering an ‘off-market offer’ partly funded by outside investors are doing the rounds on social media. Though a Marca (the newspaper) report didn’t name the team that offered him the contract, it suggested that the transfer could allow Ronaldo to appear at the Club World Cup.&nbsp;

17,000 steps a day more than 7 hours of sleep Cristiano Ronaldo on being physiologically 11 years younger

The internet says football veteran Cristiano Ronaldo is 40 years old, but is that true? Tests done by a technology company revealed Ronaldo is much younger than that. The question is, how much younger? Per the latest reports, a technology company checked Ronaldo’s biological age, only to find out that he is more than 11 years younger than he is now, making him 28.9 years old. Whoop - a tech company specialized in fitness trackers and health monitoring devices and has Ronaldo as their brand ambassador, measured his physiological data like heart rate and heart rate variability that then gave information into his exertion, recovery and sleep to figure out Ronaldo’s biological age. Speaking on the Whoop podcast, Ronaldo expressed excitement about knowing his biological age, which is way younger than his actual age. The Portuguese legend even joked about playing for another ten years after learning the results of his biological age. “I don’t believe it’s so good: my age is 28.9 years,” he said to the host. "That means I’m going to be playing football for another 10 years!” Shedding more light on his mantra of staying this fit for over two decades now, Ronaldo revealed he walks around 17,000 steps in a day and sleeps up to seven hours, maintaining a healthy lifestyle. “That’s how I live my life: I always move, football or playing with kids. So, I am not surprised. “Sleep is probably the most important tool that I have. Only moment in day you can recover and settle everything. Great night of sleep is important in life in terms of health span. I go to bed around 11-12 and wake up at 8.30-8.45 am,” Ronaldo revealed. Explaining the perks of getting ample sleep, Ronaldo added, “When you are younger, you think you are unbreakable. By age, the football demands physically a lot on the body. You have to managed that. You have to be smart and do things differently. I have learned from time and with my experience, and adjust year by year.” Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to make headlines in the football world. With his contract with Saudi Pro-League club Al-Nassr about to end this summer, the rumours of an unnamed Brazilian club offering an ‘off-market offer’ partly funded by outside investors are doing the rounds on social media. Though a Marca (the newspaper) report didn’t name the team that offered him the contract, it suggested that the transfer could allow Ronaldo to appear at the Club World Cup.

Shedding light on his mantra of staying this fit for over two decades now, Ronaldo revealed he walks around 17,000 steps a day and sleeps up to seven hours, maintaining a healthy lifestyle.&nbsp;

17,000 steps a day, more than 7 hours of sleep – Cristiano Ronaldo on being ‘physiologically 11 years younger’

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Thursday recalled goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen in a heavily changed squad for the upcoming Nations League semi-finals. Nagelsmann made 10 changes, including naming two debutants, in his 26-man squad for the June fixtures. Midfielder Jamal Musiala, defenders Antonio Rudiger and Nico Schlotterbeck and forward Kai Havertz are among the notable absentees to miss out due to injury.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/captain-bruno-fernandes-offers-to-leave-manchester-united-to-help-club-rebuild-tottenham-hotspur-europa-league-final-1747909227753">Captain Fernandes offers to leave Manchester United to help club rebuild</a>&nbsp;The coach said the bulging casualty ward was "extremely bitter" but said he did not want to take any risks with the injured players.&nbsp;Sidelined since September, Ter Stegen will return between the sticks, with Nagelsmann saying Thursday the Barcelona shot-stopper is "in top shape" and "our number one."&nbsp;The goalie has made two league starts for Barcelona since his return from injury.&nbsp;Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz returns to the team, having missed the March fixtures with injury, as does West Ham striker Niclas Fuellkrug.&nbsp;Midfielder Tom Bischoff, who will move from Hoffenheim to Bayern Munich in the summer, along with Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade, have been called up to a senior Germany squad for the first time.&nbsp;The coach praised the 1.98-metre-tall Woltemade's "extraordinary skills", saying he has "momentum totally on his side right now".&nbsp;Nagelsmann also recalled Bayern Munich duo Serge Gnabry and Aleksandar Pavlovic, along with Borussia Dortmund's Waldemar Anton and Felix Nmecha. Fiorentina defender Robin Gosens has also made his return to the squad.&nbsp;Germany's victory over Italy in the quarter-finals in March won them the right to host the remainder of the tournament.&nbsp;The Germans will take on Portugal in Munich in the semi-final, with European Champion Spain facing France in the other semi-final in Stuttgart.&nbsp;Under Nagelsmann, Germany has returned to form after almost a decade of disappointments on the international stage, including two group stage World Cup exits in a row.&nbsp;Germany were defeated in extra time by eventual champions Spain in Euro 2024 in the quarter-finals.&nbsp;Nagelsmann praised his side's run to the final four but added "we can't afford to go one metre less than we did in the best moments in the quarter-finals against Italy".<h3>Squad -</h3>&nbsp;Goalkeepers: Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim), Alexander Nuebel (Stuttgart), Marc-Andre Ter Stegen (Barcelona/ESP)&nbsp;Defenders: Robert Andrich (Bayer Leverkusen), Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund), Yann Aurel Bisseck (Inter Milan/ITA), Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich), Robin Koch (Eintracht Frankfurt), Maximilian Mittelstaedt (Stuttgart), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Jonathan Tah (Bayer Leverkusen)&nbsp;Midfielders: Karim Adeyemi (Borussia Dortmund), Nadiem Amiri (Mainz), Tom Bischof (Hoffenheim), Serge Gnabry (Bayern Munich), Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich), Robin Gosens (Fiorentina/ITA), Pascal Gross (Borussia Dortmund), Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund), Aleksandar Pavlovic (Bayern Munich), Leroy Sane (Bayern Munich), Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart), Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)&nbsp;Forwards: Niclas Fuellkrug (West Ham United/ENG), Deniz Undav (Stuttgart), Nick Woltemade (Stuttgart)&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Nations League: Germany drop Rudiger and Musiala but include keeper Ter Stegen

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Thursday recalled goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen in a heavily changed squad for the upcoming Nations League semi-finals. Nagelsmann made 10 changes, including naming two debutants, in his 26-man squad for the June fixtures. Midfielder Jamal Musiala, defenders Antonio Rudiger and Nico Schlotterbeck and forward Kai Havertz are among the notable absentees to miss out due to injury. Also read | Captain Fernandes offers to leave Manchester United to help club rebuild The coach said the bulging casualty ward was "extremely bitter" but said he did not want to take any risks with the injured players. Sidelined since September, Ter Stegen will return between the sticks, with Nagelsmann saying Thursday the Barcelona shot-stopper is "in top shape" and "our number one." The goalie has made two league starts for Barcelona since his return from injury. Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz returns to the team, having missed the March fixtures with injury, as does West Ham striker Niclas Fuellkrug. Midfielder Tom Bischoff, who will move from Hoffenheim to Bayern Munich in the summer, along with Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade, have been called up to a senior Germany squad for the first time. The coach praised the 1.98-metre-tall Woltemade's "extraordinary skills", saying he has "momentum totally on his side right now". Nagelsmann also recalled Bayern Munich duo Serge Gnabry and Aleksandar Pavlovic, along with Borussia Dortmund's Waldemar Anton and Felix Nmecha. Fiorentina defender Robin Gosens has also made his return to the squad. Germany's victory over Italy in the quarter-finals in March won them the right to host the remainder of the tournament. The Germans will take on Portugal in Munich in the semi-final, with European Champion Spain facing France in the other semi-final in Stuttgart. Under Nagelsmann, Germany has returned to form after almost a decade of disappointments on the international stage, including two group stage World Cup exits in a row. Germany were defeated in extra time by eventual champions Spain in Euro 2024 in the quarter-finals. Nagelsmann praised his side's run to the final four but added "we can't afford to go one metre less than we did in the best moments in the quarter-finals against Italy". Squad - Goalkeepers: Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim), Alexander Nuebel (Stuttgart), Marc-Andre Ter Stegen (Barcelona/ESP) Defenders: Robert Andrich (Bayer Leverkusen), Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund), Yann Aurel Bisseck (Inter Milan/ITA), Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich), Robin Koch (Eintracht Frankfurt), Maximilian Mittelstaedt (Stuttgart), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Jonathan Tah (Bayer Leverkusen) Midfielders: Karim Adeyemi (Borussia Dortmund), Nadiem Amiri (Mainz), Tom Bischof (Hoffenheim), Serge Gnabry (Bayern Munich), Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich), Robin Gosens (Fiorentina/ITA), Pascal Gross (Borussia Dortmund), Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund), Aleksandar Pavlovic (Bayern Munich), Leroy Sane (Bayern Munich), Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart), Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen) Forwards: Niclas Fuellkrug (West Ham United/ENG), Deniz Undav (Stuttgart), Nick Woltemade (Stuttgart) Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

The coach said the bulging casualty ward was "extremely bitter" but said he did not want to take any risks with the injured players.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/bruno-fernandes">Bruno Fernandes</a> has offered to leave Manchester United if the club need to cash in on him in order to rebuild after the heartbreak of their Europa League final defeat by Tottenham.&nbsp;United lost 1-0 in Bilbao on Wednesday courtesy of a Brennan Johnson goal, compounding a miserable season for the club.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-we-have-to-look-in-the-mirror-luke-shaw-reflects-on-2025-europa-league-final-loss-manchester-united-2025-europa-final-tottenham-hotspur-1747895651834">'We have to look in the mirror': Luke Shaw reflects after Europa League final defeat to Spurs</a>&nbsp;Manager Ruben Amorim said after the defeat that if the club no longer wanted him, he would quit "without any conversation about compensation".&nbsp;Now his captain, 30, has followed suit, aware of United's need for an overhaul of the playing staff despite financial constraints.&nbsp;"I have always been honest. I've always said I will be here until the club says to me that it's time to go," said Fernandes.&nbsp;"I'm eager to do more, to be able to bring the club to the great days. On the day that the club thinks that I'm too much or it's time to part ways, football is like this, you never know it.&nbsp;"But I've always said it, and I keep my word in the same way. If the club thinks it's time to part ways because they want to do some cashing in or whatever, it is what it is, and football sometimes is like this."&nbsp;Fernandes has been United's standout player for United this season but failed to make an impact against Spurs at the San Mames stadium.&nbsp;<h2>‘Very sad day’ &nbsp;</h2>He said the defeat was a crushing blow.&nbsp;"We wanted to win more than anything in this final," he said. "It's a very sad day because we've done some very good things in this competition until today.&nbsp;"But today (Wednesday) was the day that mattered, the most important day of the competition. It was the day we could have been in the history of the Europa League, but it's not like that. And football is cruel, and it's been our turn to lose."&nbsp;The midfielder, who joined United in 2020, insisted his compatriot Amorim was still the right man to lead United, despite a terrible record since arriving at Old Trafford in November.&nbsp;United have won just six league games on his watch and are 16th in the Premier League, destined for their lowest finish since relegation in 1974.&nbsp;"We (the players) just agreed that he's the right man," said Fernandes. "He has done a lot of good things. We know that the manager is looked at by the results.&nbsp;"Obviously, we see more than that as players. We know for everyone, it will be about him bringing back the positivity in the club.&nbsp;"To try to bring the club back to fight for trophies, fight for the big trophies. And we all agree that he's the right man."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Captain Bruno Fernandes offers to leave Manchester Utd to help club rebuild

Bruno Fernandes has offered to leave Manchester United if the club need to cash in on him in order to rebuild after the heartbreak of their Europa League final defeat by Tottenham. United lost 1-0 in Bilbao on Wednesday courtesy of a Brennan Johnson goal, compounding a miserable season for the club. Also read | 'We have to look in the mirror': Luke Shaw reflects after Europa League final defeat to Spurs Manager Ruben Amorim said after the defeat that if the club no longer wanted him, he would quit "without any conversation about compensation". Now his captain, 30, has followed suit, aware of United's need for an overhaul of the playing staff despite financial constraints. "I have always been honest. I've always said I will be here until the club says to me that it's time to go," said Fernandes. "I'm eager to do more, to be able to bring the club to the great days. On the day that the club thinks that I'm too much or it's time to part ways, football is like this, you never know it. "But I've always said it, and I keep my word in the same way. If the club thinks it's time to part ways because they want to do some cashing in or whatever, it is what it is, and football sometimes is like this." Fernandes has been United's standout player for United this season but failed to make an impact against Spurs at the San Mames stadium. ‘Very sad day’ He said the defeat was a crushing blow. "We wanted to win more than anything in this final," he said. "It's a very sad day because we've done some very good things in this competition until today. "But today (Wednesday) was the day that mattered, the most important day of the competition. It was the day we could have been in the history of the Europa League, but it's not like that. And football is cruel, and it's been our turn to lose." The midfielder, who joined United in 2020, insisted his compatriot Amorim was still the right man to lead United, despite a terrible record since arriving at Old Trafford in November. United have won just six league games on his watch and are 16th in the Premier League, destined for their lowest finish since relegation in 1974. "We (the players) just agreed that he's the right man," said Fernandes. "He has done a lot of good things. We know that the manager is looked at by the results. "Obviously, we see more than that as players. We know for everyone, it will be about him bringing back the positivity in the club. "To try to bring the club back to fight for trophies, fight for the big trophies. And we all agree that he's the right man." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Manchester United lost 1-0 in Bilbao on Wednesday courtesy of a Brennan Johnson goal, compounding a miserable season for the club.

Captain Fernandes offers to leave Manchester United to help club rebuild

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