PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – “I try not to leave anything to chance and to work on every detail. I try to complete myself and improve in everything every day. These are the motivations that keep you going and help you grow.” This is what Italy and Manchester City goalkeeper Gigio Donnarumma said in an interview with “France Football” and reported by “L’Equipe.”

“The important thing for a goalkeeper is to make saves, in my opinion. Afterwards, obviously, you can also help the team, in a certain sense, by playing with your feet,” Donnarumma added, indirectly responding to Luis Enrique, who said he was targeting Lucas Chevalier at PSG precisely because of his ability to play the ball with his feet.

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NAPLES (ITALPRESS) – An afternoon of riots and clashes broke out in Naples just hours before the Champions League match between Antonio Conte’s Azzurri and Sporting Lisbon.

In Piazza Municipio, specifically on Via Melisurgo, a group of Neapolitan fans clashed with some Portuguese supporters. Chairs and objects were thrown. Police intervened and escorted the Portuguese supporters to the Stazione Marittima. Law enforcement officers detained several individuals, who are now being checked at the police station. One Portuguese citizen was taken to the CTO hospital for treatment; his condition is not considered serious.

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Liverpool are having a tough time. Last night against Galatasaray, they suffered their second consecutive league defeat after the defeat against Crystal Palace. Making matters worse was Alisson’s muscle injury, which forced him to make way for Mamardashvili in the second half of the match. The extent of the problem is not yet known, but manager Arne Slot announced after the match that the Brazilian goalkeeper will definitely be out for Saturday’s match against Chelsea.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela has welcomed the agreement reached between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Gaza. Writing on social media, Abela said Malta was encouraged by the deal, which includes the release of Israeli hostages kidnapped by Hamas.

He noted that Malta’s government, which recently recognised the State of Palestine, viewed the development as a positive step towards peace. Abela stressed that long-term stability in the region could only be achieved through a two-state solution. He urged all parties involved to work towards an arrangement that respects the rights and aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians. “Peace can only come from dialogue and mutual recognition,” Abela said. Malta has consistently advocated for a negotiated settlement, supporting international efforts to resolve the decades-long conflict. The Prime Minister reiterated that the current agreement should pave the way for wider discussions on lasting coexistence in the region.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “I’m very calm, even last year a lot of things were being said but we’re only at the beginning of the season. My goal is to improve every day, give my best for the club and win here with my teammates. That’s all I have in mind.” Julián Álvarez, speaking to ESPN, brushed off transfer rumors linking him to Barcelona.

“I’m focused on the current season and on the World Cup, which is still a long way off, but given its importance it’s impossible not to think about it,” added the Argentine forward of Atlético Madrid.

Álvarez, in Barça’s plans, could be the ideal heir to Robert Lewandowski, now 37 and out of contract at the end of the season. However, the Polish striker wants to prove to the Blaugrana that he deserves a renewal despite his age, giving priority to Barça over any other offer.

Also keeping an eye on the situation is AC Milan: according to Sport, sporting director Igli Tare has contacted Álvarez’s agent, Pini Zahavi, to test the waters for next season.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “Barcelona is a team I’m deeply connected to, it’s a wonderful feeling to return to what I consider my home. I’m experiencing special emotions.” These were the words of PSG coach Luis Enrique to Sky Sport ahead of tomorrow’s Champions League clash against the Blaugrana.

The Parisian manager will have to cope without several key players, including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé, and Désiré Doué. “No excuses, we must always try to play well. Is this an early final? I’m happy people say that, the problem is for the other teams who want to win the trophy,” he said with a smile. “This new format allows these big matches right from the start.”

Finally, Luis Enrique spoke about the initiative that will feature the Xana Fundación, created after the passing of his young daughter, on PSG’s jerseys: “I thank the president because this can help many children, as it will be seen by so many people.” At the end of the match, all the shirts will be auctioned off.

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VILLARREAL (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – On the eve of the Champions League match against Juventus, which will be played at the Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal coach Marcelino emphasized in a press conference the importance of a fixture he calls “special,” being the club’s first home match in this season’s tournament: “It’s a privilege that I wouldn’t have imagined two years ago. We’re facing a great team and we want to give our fans something to be proud of.” The Spanish coach spoke of a growing squad, building on recent successes in La Liga and the experience gained in their European debut: “We’ve shown we can compete with anyone, now we need confidence and consistency.”

Regarding injuries, Ayoze Perez and Gerard Moreno will be out, while Santi Comesana is available and Rafa Marin is expected to recover from a knock in training. Looking at his opponents, Marcelino dismissed the idea of ​​a Juventus in the process of rebuilding: “They’re a team with world-class individuals, very physically powerful and with great offensive quality: Openda, David, Vlahovic, Yildiz are very high-profile players, but we can compete, especially on our own pitch.” Central to the coach’s words is the concept of the team: “To win, you need 16 players, not just the starting eleven. What counts is team spirit, sacrifice, and putting personal interests before personal ones.”

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ZURICH (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has fined the Football Association of Serbia (FSS) €85,000 and reduced the stadium capacity for their upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Albania, the FSS announced today.

The sanction was imposed due to incidents that occurred during the Serbia-England match, played on September 9 at the Rajko Mitic Stadium in Belgrade, according to the Insajder portal. Serbia will host Albania in Leskovac’s Dubocica Stadium on October 11 in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Riots broke out during the match against England, when a group of hooligans attacked fans in the stands, including women and children. The incident has raised numerous questions among the public, including whether the attackers have any links to previous security incidents, but so far the relevant institutions have not provided answers.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela has ruled out the introduction of abortion in Malta, saying his government has no mandate to legislate on the issue or call a referendum. Speaking on ONE TV, Abela dismissed suggestions that abortion reform could be considered during his administration. “We have no mandate to introduce abortion,” he said.

His remarks came a day after activists gathered outside the law courts in Valletta, demanding the decriminalisation of abortion. Abela, however, criticised a recent court judgment that handed a 28-year-old woman a 22-month suspended prison sentence for undergoing a medical abortion. He said the woman had not taken her decision “capriciously” and argued the case raised broader questions of justice.

The case reignited debate in Malta, the only EU member state with an almost complete ban on abortion. According to the 2025 European Abortion Policy Atlas, Malta ranked second lowest among 53 countries surveyed, scoring just 3.7%. The only country scoring lower was Andorra.

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – PSG coach Luis Enrique will be without Khvitcha Kvaratskhelia for tomorrow evening’s Champions League away match against Barcelona. The Georgian, who sustained an injury against Auxerre on Saturday, has been left out of the squad. Vitinha, also recovering from injury, and Joao Neves, who has returned after missing the last two Ligue 1 matches, are instead included. Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué, who are still injured, are also expected to be absent.

Below is the complete list of players called up: 2 Achraf Hakimi, 4 Lucas Beraldo, 6 Illia Zabarnyi, 8 Fabián Ruiz, 9 Gonçalo Ramos, 17 Vitinha, 19 Lee Kang-in, 21 Lucas Hernandez, 24 Senny Mayulu, 25 Nuno Mendes, 29 Bradley Barcola, 30 Lucas Chevalier, 33 Warren Zaïre-Emery, 39 Matvey Safonov, 41 Mathis Jangeal, 47 Quentin Ndjantou, 49 Ibrahim Mbaye, 51 Willian Pacho, 87 João Neves, 89 Renato Marin.

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