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Simeone Proud of Atletico's Efforts Despite Copa del Rey Exit
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Gordon from statstriker.com
03Apr, 2025

Simeone Proud of Atletico's Efforts Despite Copa del Rey Exit

We performed strongly in the Champions League, in the Cup, and we’re having a solid league season. A Season That Promised More Atletico’s downturn has been a bitter pill to swallow for fans. Barcelona now lead the league with 66 points, three ahead of Real Madrid. Atletico sit third, six points further back with nine matches left to play. Over a season, you have to navigate through good, average, and difficult periods," he explained.

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Referees’ Body Admits Tarkowski Should Have Been Sent Off in Merseyside Derby
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Gordon from statstriker.com
03Apr, 2025

Referees’ Body Admits Tarkowski Should Have Been Sent Off in Merseyside Derby

Tarkowski caught Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister with his studs just below the knee in the 11th minute of the Merseyside derby at Anfield. But, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has since confirmed to BBC Sport that the tackle met the threshold for serious foul play. He also expressed confidence in the standard of officiating in England, adding: "I think it has been quite an OK season for referees. In a recent update on 4 February, the Premier League reported that there had been 13 VAR mistakes this season—an improvement from 20 at the same stage last season. The mistakes included four incorrect VAR interventions and nine missed interventions over the first 23 match rounds.

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Injury-Hit Bayern Face Crucial Title Test Against In-Form Augsburg
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Gordon from statstriker.com
03Apr, 2025

Injury-Hit Bayern Face Crucial Title Test Against In-Form Augsburg

Despite the setbacks, Bayern striker Harry Kane remains confident in the squad’s depth. Everyone has to deal with injuries and setbacks. Bayern will need to be at their best against an Augsburg side riding a wave of momentum. "Now, we must give everything in the Bundesliga. Alonso’s side will travel to Heidenheim on Saturday, a day after Bayern’s clash with Augsburg. That inside knowledge could prove valuable as Augsburg look to extend their remarkable run.

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UK Poised to Host 2035 Women's World Cup as Sole "Valid" Bidder
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Gordon from statstriker.com
03Apr, 2025

UK Poised to Host 2035 Women's World Cup as Sole "Valid" Bidder

Under FIFA’s rotation policy, the 2035 tournament must be hosted by a nation in Europe or Africa. This paves the way for two fantastic Women's World Cups that will further elevate the global game." "We are honoured to be the sole bidder for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2035. Hosting a World Cup would be incredible and give another huge boost for women's football," Wiegman said. Infantino also revealed that the 2031 Women’s World Cup will expand to 48 teams, an increase from 32 in 2027.

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Emma Watson’s Journey: From Injury Setback to Scotland’s Return
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Gordon from statstriker.com
02Apr, 2025

Emma Watson’s Journey: From Injury Setback to Scotland’s Return

Women’s Nations League A: Scotland vs. Germany Venue: Tannadice Park, Dundee Now, after months of perseverance, Watson has regained her rhythm. "At the time, I was absolutely devastated," she told BBC Scotland. Though it was a significant setback, Watson doesn’t see the injury as lost time. But for Watson, the Scotland jersey has always meant more than club football. "One of my earliest dreams was to play for Scotland," she said. Watson is now part of the new generation inspiring young girls across Scotland. But Watson believes better days are ahead.

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