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Brighton & Hove Albion have turned down a £12 million offer from Tottenham Hotspur for Leandro Trossard, who is also a target for Arsenal, according to The Athletic. Trossard has been a key player for Brighton this season, scoring seven goals and providing three assists in 16 Premier League matches. However, he has fallen out with manager Roberto…

The Spanish Super Cup continues with a second semifinal as last season's La Liga runners-up Barcelona take on Copa del Rey champions Real Betis in Saudi Arabia. The revamped Supercopa is a four-team mini tournament that pits the top two finishers from last year's La Liga table against the finalists of the Copa del Rey. While Barcelona striker…

Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez is insistent that no players should be allowed to leave the club over the coming months but not everyone at the Camp Nou is in agreement Xavi is at odds with Barcelona Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez is on a fresh collision course with the club over their plans to offload several big-name players this year. The coach…

Spanish football heads to the Middle East this week for the 2022/23 Supercopa de Espana, which sees Barcelona, Real Madrid, Real Betis and Valencia battling it out for the annual trophy - now in its fourth season as a four-team knockout mini-tournament. To qualify for the semi-finals, Real Madrid and Real Betis are in as La Liga and Copa del Rey…

Kungi y ar kwallon kafa ta Barcelona za ta yi kokarin dawo da martabarta a ranar Lahadi idan za ta ziyarci Atletico Madrid a gasar La Liga ta Spain a Wanda Metropolitano. Barcelona (12-2-1) ta shiga mako na 16 da maki 16 da Real Madrid amma a gaba da fafatawa a raga. Barca ta yi rashin nasara da ci 1-1 da Espanyol a wasansu na baya-bayan nan a…

There is now less than a week to go until Cristiano Ronaldo could make his second debut for Manchester United. After completing his fairytale return to Old Trafford on transfer deadline day, the Portuguese international is in line to make his first appearance for the Reds since returning to the club, when they face Newcastle United at Old Trafford…

Barcelona look to hold their top spot in the La Liga table as they hit the road to take on Atletico Madrid in the Spanish capital on Sunday. The Blaugrana will have to push forward without star striker Robert Lewandowski, who begins a three-match suspension for gestures made at a match official after being sent off in November before the World Cup…

Barcelona will try to maintain at least a share of the Spanish La Liga lead when they visit Atletico Madrid on Sunday. Barca (12-2-1) entered Matchweek 16 with an identical record to Real Madrid, who were set to face Villarreal on Saturday. Barcelona's only loss is a 3-1 setback to Los Blancos in November. Atletico (8-3-4) entered the weekend…

Barcelona have a tough test to keep hold of their top spot in the La Liga table as they travel to the Spanish capital to take on Atletico Madrid. The Blaugrana will be further tested as they live for three matches without striker Robert Lewandowski, who was suspended for gestures towards an official and will miss this match plus the next…

Atlético Madrid to draw 1-1 with Barcelona- 11/2! At 11/2, a £10 bet would return £65! Betfair Sports Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets Between them, these two clubs have won ten of the last 14 La Liga titles so, come May, will either be able to dethrone Real Madrid? Barcelona start the weekend at the summit, seeking their first title in four seasons,…

Five months and five days to win five major competitions - a feat which would complete an historic season. For the first time, Real Madrid are chasing the Sextuple - they already have one trophy in the bag, the European Super Cup and now they are aiming to win the other five, the culmination would be on 10 June if Ancelotti's team make it all the…

With the La Liga leaders in impressive scoring form at home this derby clash on New Year's Eve should be a one-sided affair Barcelona face Espanyol on Saturday afternoon in the Catalan derby as Xavi Hernandez's men return to La Liga action after the World Cup break. The Blaugrana were top of the table after the opening 14 matchdays and have been in…

It is fair to say the first part of the 2022/23 season was a mixed bag for Barcelona. The biggest event was their failure to advance beyond the group stage of the Champions League for the second campaign on the bounce. Xavi Hernandez's side finished below Bayern Munich and Inter, which means they will be playing Europa League soccer next year. That…

Spain can make life very difficult for Germany on Sunday as the latter could be facing elimination with another loss. Meanwhile, the Spaniards look to continue their quest for better results after two lackluster tournaments. Our betting picks dive deeper. Photo By - USA TODAY Sports This is only the second game for each team in the group but it…

ARSENAL have been urged by former Gunner Emmanuel Petit to sign Brighton ace Alexis Mac Allister. The Brighton ace played a pivotal role in Argentina's World Cup triumph which has led Petit to believe that he would fit Arsenal's system perfectly. Meanwhile Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly extended his contract at the Emirates until…

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar reaches its climax this week as defending champions France seek to retain their title. However, standing in their way are Argentina and perhaps the finest player to ever grace the game, Lionel Messi. Messi, who now plays his club football in France, is bidding to finally achieve the only honour that has eluded him in…

For all the understandable pre-season excitement about a new-look Barcelona, Real Madrid showed on Sunday that they are still the team to beat in La Liga. A 3-1 victory in the first Clasico of the campaign was important not just for the three points it gave the champions, but for how it showed that Barcelona still have a way to go before they have…

Spain will be looking to build on their impressive start to the World Cup having thrashed Costa Rica 7-0 when they face Germany, who suffered a shock defeat to Japan having taken the lead. The 2010 World Cup winners have an impressive young side at their disposal combined with the experienced Sergio Busquets, they certainly look like potential…

Even Xavi Hernandez himself probably did not expect Barcelona to make so much progress in his first few months at the helm. When the club turned to their legendary former midfielder in November, they faced a myriad of issues on and off the field. Lionel Messi, their greatest ever player, had departed a few months earlier. Barcelona continued to be…

Spain continue their quest for a second title when they face Morocco on Tuesday in the Round of 16 at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. After posting a best finish of fourth place in their previous 12 appearances, the Spaniards finally captured the crown in 2010, when they defeated the Netherlands in the final. Spain failed to escape the group stage in 2014…

The 2010 World Champions Spain now face Morocco in the Round of 16 of the 2022 edition of the World Cup in Qatar as both sides lock horns at the Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan on Wednesday, December 7. Morocco are making only their second-ever appearance in the last 16 of the World Cup since last reaching this stage back in 1986. Walid…

The £50 million-rated PSV Eindhoven forward is wanted by a host of clubs, including Manchester United... It's fair to say that Cody Gakpo has lived up to his billing so far at the 2022 World Cup. With three goals in three games - one with his head, one with his left-foot and one with his right - the Netherlands forward has been one of the stars of…

You can follow the live action of the game between Spain and Japan on As.com. Though the 2010 world champions will be highly favored in this one, their opponents defeated the notoriously good Germans. That's all to say that at the 2022 FIFA World Cup anything can happen. On Wednesday afternoon, Spain and Japan will meet in their final match of…

Spain will try to win the group, and Japan will be out to spring another upset Thursday when the teams meet in a Group E finale at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. Spain lead the group, one point ahead of Japan and Costa Rica and three ahead of Germany, so it is wide open entering the final day. Spain can seal a spot with a draw, but Japan…

Barcelona will try to get back on track from an embarrassing loss when it visits Real Sociedad for a Spanish La Liga match Thursday. Both teams are in the running for top-four spots that would net them Champions League berths for next year. Barcelona (17-9-5) is in second place, 15 points behind league leader Real Madrid, while Sociedad (15-10-7)…

The top spot in the group is up for grabs, and Spain and Japan will be among the teams trying to seize it when they meet in a Group E finale on Thursday at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Spaniards lead the group with four points, with Japan and Costa Rica just a point behind, and dangerous Germany have a chance despite sitting on one point. The…

Barcelona wants to finish the season on a high note, and it only has four more Spanish La Liga games to do that, starting with Saturday's visit to Seville to face Real Betis. Barcelona (19-9-6) will finish no higher than second after Real Madrid clinched the title last week, and it has work to do to assure a Champions League spot for next year. It…

Another day, another World Cup upset. This time it was Japan's turn to upset the odds, with a fantastic 2-1 win over a toiling Germany team. Earlier, Croatia drew 0-0 with Morocco. It was the third goalless draw of the tournament already. Spain also got off to a great start. They were in complete control as they smashed Costa Rica 7-0. Belgium put…

Luis Enrique's Spain can secure their place in the last 16 of the 2022 World Cup by defeating Hansi Flick's Germany on Sunday, who would see themselves knocked out with defeat Two of the last three World Cup winners go head to head in Group B on Sunday as Spain take on Germany with plenty at stake ahead of the game. La Roja can secure their place…

Germany are looking to avoid another humiliation, but they won't have it easy on Sunday when they take on Spain in their second Group E match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Germans failed to advance after coming into the 2018 World Cup as reigning champions. Now they come into this match at Al Bayt Stadium off a stunning 2-1 loss to Japan in their…

This article is part of our World Cup series. Sunday's World Cup slate is a bit different than prior ones in that there isn't a massive favorite and the biggest one is Japan. Canada are aiming for their first World Cup point, while Germany can't afford another loss as they take on Spain in the final match of the day. World Cup corner bets can be…

It's a battle between European powerhouses with vastly different levels of confidence when Spain take on Germany on Sunday in a Group E match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Spain were completely dominant in a 7-0 victory against Costa Rica in their group opener on Wednesday, while Germany suffered a surprising 2-1 loss to Japan. Now, La Roja are…

Whereas Groups A, B and F may be the most competitive, Group E arguably has the most talent from top to bottom in this Worl dCup. Spain and Germany are regarded as traditional football powerhouses. They represent two of the eight nations to have ever won the FIFA World Cup and they've combined to win five of the 21 tournaments. Recently, Japan has…

After yesterday's big shock of Argentina losing to Saudi Arabia, today saw more World Cup favourites kick-off their campaigns against teams they'd be expected to beat. How would they fare? 2018's World Cup finalists Croatia faced a highly-rated Morocco side. Could this be the last hurrah for Croatia's elite - the likes of Modric and Perisic? Five…

The World Cup is here with 32 teams arriving in Qatar eyeing up glory. This feels like a wide-open tournament with the climate still a factor despite shifting the dates to the cooler winter temperatures in the region, with games set to be played in over 20 degrees. The frantic build-up and alien schedule for international players looking to peak at…

Spain will be looking to put a string of disappointments behind them when they open their 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign against Costa Rica on Wednesday at Al Thumama Stadium. The teams are in Group E with Germany and Japan, who will be wrapping up their match not long before this one, so they need to start strong. Spain are the 2010 World Cup…

Spain take on Costa Rica at the FIFA World Cup 2022 as both teams open their Group E campaign at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar on Wednesday, November 23. La Roja will be looking to make amends after two underwhelming campaigns since lifting the trophy back in 2010. Post their period of utter dominance, winning Euro 2008 and 2012 with a…

Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission. 01.07.2018: SPAIN VS RUSSIA - Sergio Ramos of Spain celebrates after scoring a goal during the match between Spain and Russia valid for the last 16 of the 2018 World Cup held at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by…

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is almost upon as and many of football's biggest stars will be looking to secure the Golden Boot to their personal achievements. Players with an eye for goal will look to secure the prize over the next month with England's Harry Kane entering the winter's competition as holder and current favourite of the accolade with…

Manchester City will start the season as favourites to win the Premier League, but this doesn't necessarily make them the'value bet'. Such is the nature of modern football that the reaction was always going to be distinctly binary, but there was little positive that supporters could take from Erling Haaland's debut for Manchester City in the…

The $EBR crew is known to be a problem for the Barstool Sportsbook with our winning ways in European Hockey and the NHL mostly…but the World Cup is starting and running for a month which provides many things. A. More action to get us through the workday. B. Another opportunity to start building the bankroll for holiday present shopping. C. Learn…

We are just three days away from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and football fans across the globe are beginning to debate about who will walk away with this year's Golden Boot. The prize for the tournament's top scorer is always fiercely contested - with each country's talisman looking to add the individual accolade to their list of…

The hosts are in excellent form and should be able to cause the Blaugrana plenty of problems in their compact, noisy stadium Barcelona travel to Osasuna on Tuesday evening with Xavi Hernandez's men knowing a win will guarantee they go into the World Cup break top of La Liga. The Blaugrana are currently two points ahead of rivals Real Madrid who…

Spain are in one of the most difficult groups at the World Cup 2022 in Qatar. The group features Germany, Japan, and Costa Rica. Manager Luis Enrique will hope the side can come through the group stage and go deep in the tournament. Spain are a one-time World Cup winner, having lifted the trophy in 2010. It was a magical time for Spain, as they won…

Jordan are set to play Spain at Amman International Stadium on Thursday in an international friendly. Jordan come into this game on the back of a 1-0 win over Oman in their most recent game. A second-half penalty from Al-Faisaly right-back Ihsan Haddad secured the win for Jordan. Spain, on the other hand, beat Fernando Santos' Portugal 1-0 in their…

With the two biggest clubs in Spain sitting level on points atop the La Liga table, the first El Clasico of 2022/23 brings a certain extra bite to the Bernabeu as one of the greatest rivalries in world football takes the field. Real Madrid host Barcelona with the visitors in first place based on the first tiebreaker: goal differential (+19 vs+12).…

Group E has certainly staked its claim to be crowned the'group of death' after two of the three previous winners in Germany and Spain were drawn against Japan and Costa Rica European giants Germany and Spain will go head-to-head in the Group E European giants Germany and Spain will go head-to-head in the Group E of the 2022 World Cup in what…

The 2022 World Cup squads are close to being confirmed and we are collating all of them as they are made official. From surprise call-ups to the agony of injury, there has been so much news swirling around which 26 players from each country will be named in their national team squad for the World Cup in Qatar. National team managers have some huge…

2022 World Cup Futures previews continue at ATS with a deep dive into Group E, a group headlined by two European giants who expect to advance over underdogs Japan and Costa Rica. 2010 World Cup champions Spain and 2014 WC champs Germany both head to Qatar hoping to avoid any shock upsets and advance to the knockout round out of a group that is…

Czech Republic will be hosting Spain on the second matchday of the UEFA Nations League A, with both teams looking to open up the group with the continuation of positive results. With that said, it's a good time to check out our Nations League odds series, which includes our Czech Rep-Spain prediction and pick we have laid out below. Czech Republic…