LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – It was a tough night yesterday at Anfield for Liverpool, and especially for Hugo Ekitike. The French striker, who has scored 17 goals in 45 games this season, was forced to be stretchered off after half an hour of the match against PSG, and initial impressions do not bode well. “Hugo looks really bad, but it’s hard to say how bad it is,” admitted Arne Slot after the match. Ekitike was holding his ankle and appeared to be in a lot of pain. “I think it’s serious,” confirmed his teammate and international, Ibrahima Konatè. “I’m speechless because with the World Cup just around the corner, it’s really, really tough for him.”

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Controversy follows Atlético Madrid’s Madrid-Barcelona match. Raphinha, out injured, was with the team at the Metropolitano and exploded in the mixed zone after the match: “It was a robbery. Making a mistake is human, but for it to happen again in the second match? We played very well, but they stole this qualification from us.”

The Brazilian is targeting the referee, who, like in the first leg, penalized Barça, who, according to him, were unable to overturn a 2-1 defeat at Camp Nou: “The decisions the referee made are incredible. Atlético committed I don’t know how many fouls and didn’t even show a yellow. I really want to understand why he was afraid that Barça could advance.” Among other things, Raphinha was taunted by the home crowd at the final whistle and had responded with gestures implying that Atlético would be eliminated in the semifinals.

These comments and behavior could now land him a suspension of up to three matches, to be served next season: there’s the precedent of Neymar, who in 2019, after attacking the PSG-Manchester United referee on Instagram, was sanctioned by UEFA with three matches, later reduced to two by the CAS.

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MIAMI (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – Javier Mascherano has stepped down as head coach of Inter Miami. The Argentine manager, after leading the team to its first Major League Soccer title, announced his decision, explaining that he is leaving the role for “personal reasons.”

“I thank the club for their trust, all the staff, but above all the players who allowed us to experience unforgettable moments. I also want to thank the fans—none of this would have been possible without them. I will always carry the memory of our triumph with me and I wish the club all the best for the future. I have no doubt they will continue to achieve success.”

“Javier will forever be part of this club’s history and will always hold a special place in the Inter Miami family. Not only because of the unforgettable milestones he helped achieve, but also for the example he set through his dedication and daily commitment in leading the team. We respect his decision, we are deeply grateful for everything he has given, and we wish him all the best,” said club owner Jorge Mas.

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MUNICH (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – “I’m very happy, it’s fundamental. It opens up more opportunities for other girls. It’s a very important story, and I wish her all the best. We need to be patient with her, because it’s not easy.” This is what Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich coach, said about the arrival of Marie-Louise Eta as Union Berlin coach, the first female coach in the history of the Bundesliga and, in general, in the major European leagues.

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – He has earned unconditional trust by winning trophies, playing excellent football, and changing the mentality of a club that has now truly become a winning side. That is why PSG does not want to lose Luis Enrique and is working on a contract extension which, according to RMC Sport, is already close to being finalized.

The Spanish coach is happy in Paris, and the European champions have made very convincing offers: a three-year extension until 2030 and a salary increase that would make the former Roma manager one of the three highest-paid coaches in the world.

As also highlighted by Spanish outlet AS, PSG considers Luis Enrique the best coach in the world, as demonstrated by his results and his ability to develop the players he has managed and continues to manage.

His current contract runs until 2027, but the renewal is expected to be completed by the end of the season.

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NYON (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – UEFA’s disciplinary body has deemed “inadmissible” the appeal filed by Barcelona regarding the penalty denied last week at Camp Nou, during the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal against Atlético Madrid.

Pubill had handled the ball after a pass from Juan Musso, but the referee ruled that play had not yet restarted. However, Barça claimed the gesture was punishable by a penalty, which led to the post-match outcry and the complaint to UEFA, which, however, had no effect.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta has submitted a request for financial assistance from the European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF) after estimated damage caused by Storm Harry reached €128 million. The storm hit the island for 24 hours in mid-January, particularly affecting the southwestern and southeastern coasts. Extensive damage was also recorded to agricultural land as well as public and private property. According to the Maltese Ministry for EU Funds, the government’s request includes a full and verified damage assessment. Under EUSF rules, countries must record losses exceeding €121 million to be eligible for assistance. The request will now be examined by the European Commission, which will assess compliance with the eligibility criteria and determine the amount of financial assistance.

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ACCRA (GHANA) (ITALPRESS) – Carlos Queiroz will lead Ghana at the next World Cup. After Addo’s dismissal, the Black Stars have decided to appoint the 73-year-old Portuguese coach as their new head coach. He will thus be playing his fourth World Cup overseas, having previously led his country’s national team in 2010 and Iran in 2018 and 2022. A former coach of Sporting and Real Madrid and longtime assistant to Ferguson at Manchester United, Queiroz has in recent years led several national teams, including Egypt, Qatar, and Oman. Ghana, in Group L, will make their World Cup debut against Panama on June 18 in Toronto, followed by matches against England (June 23) and Croatia (June 27).

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Bad news for Roberto De Zerbi’s Tottenham Hotspur, who will have to try to secure relegation without their captain, former Genoa and Atalanta defender Cristian Romero. Injured in yesterday’s loss to Sunderland, the 27-year-old Argentine suffered a high-grade partial tear of the medial collateral ligament in his knee:

He’s expected to miss two months, the World Cup hangs in the balance, but above all he won’t be available for the final six matchdays of the Premier League, where Spurs are currently third-bottom, two points behind the relegation zone. Meanwhile, on the transfer front, negotiations are reportedly already well underway to sign Andy Robertson, a 32-year-old left-back on a free transfer, who will be having a fine season at Liverpool. Clearly, his salary is tied to Tottenham’s continued Premier League status.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – The Tangier-Med port complex’s industrial activity will reach approximately $18.8 billion in 2025, recording 8% growth year-on-year. This was reported in a group press release, republished by the Le 360 ​​website. The automotive sector remains the leading sector, with approximately $12.5 billion, followed by logistics with $5 billion, while other industrial sectors, including textiles and aeronautics, total approximately $1.3 billion, recording the strongest growth. The port continues to attract private investment, reaching approximately $1.7 billion in 2025, confirming the confidence of international operators. Furthermore, 84 new industrial projects were approved during the year, with a total value of approximately $490 million, creating nearly 11,800 jobs. Tangier Med is thus consolidating its position as one of the main industrial and logistics hubs in the Mediterranean and Africa.

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