Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi said experiencing the war in Ukraine means he has nothing to fear in football after a frustrating goalless draw with lowly Nottingham Forest prompted a smattering of boos.Albion controlled the contest at the Amex Stadium and struck the crossbar through Leandro Trossard but remain without a win since the Italian replaced Graham Potter four games ago.Pascal Gross was...Full Story »

Roberto De Zerbi has been appointed as Brighton's new head coach. The 43-year-old Italian was most recently in charge at Shakhtar Donetsk but left the club in July because of the ongoing war in Ukraine. He has signed a four-year contract with the Seagulls, subject to a work permit, and was announced on Sunday evening as the successor to Graham Potter, who departed for Chelsea earlier this mo...Full Story »

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Roberto Firmino is in his plans as the forward, who has entered the final year of his contract, attracts the interest of European clubs. "Bobby is the heart and soul of this team. That's why I'm happy he has trained with us so far," Klopp said. "For me there's no doubt about his quality. He's essential to us." Firmino, 30, fell down the pecking order a...Full Story »

According to Fichajes, Juventus are considering the signing of Robert Firmino and have made a formal offer of 23 million euros. The report pointed out that Juventus are evaluating the attacking signing options, and Firmino is also under their radar. In order to bring in the Brazilian, Juventus executives have made an official offer of 23 million euros to Liverpool. But such an offer is diffi...Full Story »

Furious Belgium boss Roberto Martinez demanded an explanation from “really high up” after describing Brennan Johnson’s Wales equaliser as “comical”.Johnson scored his first Wales goal three minutes from time to secure the Dragons a 1-1 Nations League draw in Cardiff.The assistant referee had flagged for offside, but the goal stood after a lengthy VAR offside check &...Full Story »

Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino could miss the visit of Tottenham and be held back for Tuesday’s trip to Aston Villa.The Brazil international is back in full training after a five-match absence due to a foot problem but manager Jurgen Klopp is more inclined to allow him to train over the weekend to build up his fitness.Centre-back Joel Matip and midfielder Jordan Henderson could return, ...Full Story »

Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino returned to training on Friday but manager Jurgen Klopp will make a late decision on whether he will be ready to face Everton on Sunday.The Brazil international missed the midweek win over Manchester United with a foot injury which is still uncomfortable.Klopp is likely to make changes with a Champions League semi-final to come next week, with centre-back Ibrahi...Full Story »

Liverpool eased into a Champions League semi-final against Villarreal as even a sloppy 3-3 draw with Benfica saw them progress 6-4 on aggregate.On the last two occasions the two teams had met in the last eight of this competition the Reds went on to lift the trophy (1978 and 1984) and there has been little to suggest they cannot make it three this season.Jurgen Klopp’s side have won eight ...Full Story »

Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina has said he wants Roberto Mancini to remain in charge of the national team despite the country's failure to reach the 2022 World Cup. Gravina said changes are needed following the Azzurri's 1-0 loss to North Macedonia in Thursday's playoff semifinal in Palermo but a coaching move is not one of them. "I hope Mancini will immediately dispose...Full Story »

Italy manager Roberto Mancini was left with a loss for words following his side's shocking 1-0 defeat to North Macedonia that will leave the Azzurri out of the World Cup for the second straight time. With Italy frustrated for 90 minutes by a heroic North Macedonia defensive performance, Aleksandar Trajkovski struck the only goal of the game in the second minute of added time, inflicting Italy...Full Story »

Liverpool forwards Roberto Firmino and Diogo Jota will miss the Premier League visit of Leeds to Anfield on Wednesday night.The pair both missed the weekend win over Norwich – Jota with an ankle problem and Firmino a thigh muscle issue – and both players are major doubts for this weekend’s Carabao Cup final against Chelsea.But Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, whose side have won ei...Full Story »

Barcelona are resuming new contract talks with Sergi Roberto. Marca says Barcelona have decided to make further contact with the player's agent in a new meeting that will take place in the coming days. There will be more news about his future at the club next week, as the Barcelona academy product's contract ends on June 30, but the club are hoping to extend his stay at the Camp Nou. Xavi H...Full Story »

Sergi Roberto expects to be offered a new contract by Barcelona. Sport says Roberto is recovering from the surgery he had in Finland on December 9. He is calm because Barcelona have given him their word that they will renew his deal by two more years, until 2024. Xavi spoke to the board and said he agrees with Sergi's contract being extended. His agents and Barcelona were set to meet the sam...Full Story »

Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino returns to the squad to face Newcastle after six weeks out with a hamstring problem.The Brazil international missed eight matches but having returned to training last week he is now fully fit. Fellow forward Diogo Jota returns after a knock but Divock Origi is set to sit out a second successive match with a knee injury.Midfielder Curtis Jones is also back in tra...Full Story »

JOHN TERRY has hit out at former Real Madrid and Brazil left-back Roberto Carlos for his 'ugly feet' in a hilarious Instagram story. Chelsea legend Terry fired back at Carlos after the Brazilian started the jokey war of words in Instagram. Terry mocked Carlos by snapping a shot of his toes under the table The pair have linked up in Nigeria to play in Budweiser's 'Game of Kings' - a match betw...Full Story »