Lyon are set for a Europa League shakeup against Ludogorets, missing Malick Fofana to injury and Saïd Benrahma due to a transfer. Rayan Cherki steps into a key creative role with Thiago Almada ineligible. Ludogorets also face lineup challenges, promising a tense tactical battle in Lyon.
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Chelsea has landed 19-year-old defender Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg on an extraordinary eight-year contract. The French-Senegalese center-back, who impressed in Ligue 1, joins to bolster the Blues ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup and exemplifies the club's long-term youth investment strategy.
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Algeria and Burkina Faso battled for Group D dominance at AFCON 2023, each chasing knockout-stage hopes. Algeria’s new faces challenged the seasoned Stallions of Burkina Faso, with stars like Mahrez and Traoré driving their teams. The outcome put pressure on outsiders Angola and Mauritania.
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Lazio desperately need a win to keep their top-four dreams alive as they visit troubled Cagliari, whose leaky defense and attacking woes set the stage for a likely Biancocelesti victory. Cagliari also face the added blow of missing their suspended top scorer.
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Udinese and Torino will face each other in Serie A on December 29, with both clubs struggling for form. Torino are unbeaten in the last four meetings, while Udinese's defensive record has hit a low point. With a likely low-scoring draw expected, both teams are desperate to turn around their seasons.
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Matchday 3 of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage saw CS Constantine easily book their quarter-final spot, Simba SC fighting to stay in the race, and defending champions Zamalek crashing out after a surprising loss to Stellenbosch. USM Alger and Stellenbosch also advanced, keeping the competition tense.
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Inter Milan faces Genoa with crucial lineup changes, including debutant Josep Martinez as goalkeeper. Genoa opts for a 3-5-2 formation. The match is pivotal for Inter to regain form before facing Napoli.
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Both Rangers and Celtic were handed shock defeats in the Scottish Premiership. Rangers lost 2-0 to St Mirren at home, while Celtic were defeated 2-1 by Hibernian. This turmoil comes amidst ongoing challenges for both teams, with Rangers facing fan unrest and Celtic dealing with a recent Champions League exit.
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In a captivating rematch, Dmitry Bivol defeated Artur Beterbiev via majority decision, winning back the undisputed light-heavyweight titles. Bivol excelled with strategic adjustments and superior technique, despite Beterbiev's aggressive tactics. The fight left both men battered and hints at a contentious trilogy ahead.
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West Ham United has brought in promising Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion for the remainder of the 2024/2025 season. This strategic move aims to bolster West Ham’s attack amidst injury woes, reuniting Ferguson with former coach Graham Potter and offering the young talent a chance to reignite his career after a setback-laden year.
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Ajax advances to the Europa League knockout play-offs following a successful match phase, having claimed victory against Galatasaray. Positioned at 12th place in the group, Ajax prepares to face Union Saint-Gilloise, with the first leg of the play-offs set for February 13. This thrilling encounter follows a European football break, with Ajax also gearing up for domestic challenges in the Eredivisie.
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Solly Makhubela, owner of Magesi FC, stands firmly behind head coach Owen Da Gama amidst the challenges faced in the Betway Premiership. With Magesi FC at the bottom of the standings, Makhubela believes Da Gama's seasoned experience will guide the team out of relegation. Following Clinton Larsen's resignation, Da Gama brings a wealth of expertise that Makhubela hopes will transform Magesi FC into a prominent contender in South African football.
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