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Sometimes football leaves us with funny situations as happened after the Euro 2024 match between England and Ukraine. Arsenal full-back Zinchenko, who was chatting with Real Madrid midfielder Bellingham shortly after the match, mimicked the celebrations of the new ‘Merengues’ star
In football, it usually ends when the referee blows the final whistle. A funny situation witnessed the Euro 2024 qualifier between England and Ukraine that does this.

Arsenal goalkeeper Oleksandr Zinchenko, who scored Ukraine’s only goal against the Three Lions, was chatting with Jude Bellingham after the match, along with Ukraine player and Real Madrid team-mate Andriy Lunin

Despite battling for only a few minutes before giving their team the win, the three players seemed to be having some interesting conversation as if they were teammates at one point

What many of us didn’t expect was for the Gunners’ Ukrainian to suddenly mimic the ‘Los Blancos’ star’s famous celebration, opening his arms and prompting smiles from Bellingham and Lunin.

When we dive into the illustrious history of the Champions League, the name that resonates strongly is Real Madrid. With an astonishing 14 UCL titles under their belt, they are a force to be reckoned with, always in the mix for more triumphs. In the 2023-24 season, under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti, the goal for the ‘Merengues’ is to add another star to their crest, further enhancing their legacy.

Reflecting on the 2022-23 campaign, Real Madrid battled their way to the semifinals of the tournament, only to be halted by the reigning champions, Manchester City. Now, with a keen sense of self-awareness and determination, they’re aiming to clinch their fifteenth European title.

The journey starts with the group stage, where Real Madrid could face a range of potential opponents in the 2023-24 Champions League. Let’s take a closer look at who might share a group with them:

Pot 1:

Bayern Munich
Benfica
Feyenoord
Manchester City
Napoli
PSG
Pot 3:

Celtic Glasgow
Crvena Zvezda
Lazio
Milan
Salzburg
Shakhtar Donetsk
Braga
Pot 4:

Lens
Newcastle
Union Berlin
Galatasaray
Celtic
Young Boys
Antwerp
However, there are certain teams that fate won’t allow to cross paths with Real Madrid in the group stage:

Teams in Pot 2:

Arsenal
Borussia Dortmund
Inter Milan
Manchester United
Porto
RB Leipzig
Fellow Spanish Teams:

Atletico Madrid
Barcelona
Sevilla
Real Sociedad
With this mix of potential opponents and avoided clashes, Real Madrid embarks on another journey in pursuit of European glory, aiming to etch their name further into the annals of football history.

The African Football League’s grand vision has seen a significant shift. Originally anticipated to feature 24 clubs and 197 matches, the competition will now showcase just eight teams competing in 14 matches. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) disclosed this unexpected adjustment, catching many by surprise.

A recent statement from CAF shared that a draw for the two-leg quarter-finals is set to take place in Cairo this coming Saturday. Tanzania will host the opening match on October 20th, while the final will unfold on November 5th and 11th.

Interestingly, CAF has yet to clarify the reasons behind this substantial reduction in scope for the inaugural African Football League. This comes as a departure from earlier claims that it would be a game-changing event for African football. Additionally, the statement made no mention of the prize money, even though CAF President Patrice Motsepe had previously stated that the winners would be awarded $11.5 million.

Motsepe’s mention of “huge interest from broadcasters and sponsors” raises curiosity, yet no specific parties have been revealed. Speculation has circulated about the possible involvement of Saudi Arabia, which has been making waves by attracting top football talent to its domestic league.

The competition’s headliner will undoubtedly be Egypt’s Al Ahly, boasting a remarkable record of 24 CAF titles, including 11 Champions League victories. Joining them are seasoned clubs like Enyimba from Nigeria, Tunisia’s Esperance, South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Morocco’s Wydad Casablanca, all former CAF champions.

Completing the lineup are Angola’s Petro Luanda, who reached the 2022 Champions League semi-finals, and Tanzania’s Simba, who have made three appearances in the quarter-finals since 2019. Each region of Africa is represented, which explains the absence of Algeria’s Chabab Belouizdad, a consistent quarter-finalist in the Champions League.

The choice to alter the name from “super league” to “African Football League” stems from advice received from European counterparts. This recommendation was influenced by the negative connotations tied to the failed attempt to launch a European Super League in 2021, which quickly fell apart due to backlash from players, fans, and governments.

Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush equalized in injury time in Saturday’s 1-1 draw with derby rivals Mainz.

With the clock winding down, the home side were ahead after Lee Jae-Sung’s first-half header, but Frankfurt junior Dina Ebimbe dribbled past three Mainz defenders and cut off an easy tap-in gave Marmoosh to level the scores with 30 minutes remaining as Frankfurt were reduced to 10 men when winger Ansgar Knauf fouled Leandro Barreiro after protesting the ball Marmoush’s goal, the Egyptian’s first since leaving Wolfsburg in the summer, ensured they remained unbeaten this season The main talk before the win for Frankfurt was to entice star striker Kolo Muani has left the club in a controversial offer from Paris Saint-Germain or else The French striker,

who scored 15 league goals last season and set up another 14, started for the visitors and was seen as the man most likely to break the first-half deficit Mainz shook off a temporary start to last weekend’s 4-1 defeat at Union Berlin, 23 minutes had passed and he appeared to have won a handball penalty, but the VAR overruled the decision However, the visitors were on the board after just two minutes, as Lee Jae-sung headed his side into the lead following a mistake by Frankfurt goalkeeper Kevin Trapp. Knauf’s removal saw Mainz on the brink of victory, before Marmoush’s late intervention saw the spoils shared.

Chelsea’s ambitious spending spree continues to make waves as they bolster their squad even further. Following the acquisition of goalkeeper Robert Sanchez from Brighton, the Blues have now officially welcomed Serbian shot-stopper Djordje Petrovic to their ranks.

At 23 years old, Petrovic arrives at Stamford Bridge from MLS outfit New England Revolution, where he has showcased his skills in 44 appearances since joining in April 2022.

Marking a significant commitment, Chelsea has secured Petrovic’s services for an impressive seven-year contract, which includes the option to extend further. According to ‘Sky Sports’, the deal is valued at £14 million, marking him as Chelsea’s 11th signing during this busy summer transfer window.

In an official statement released by the club, Petrovic expressed his excitement, stating: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be a part of Chelsea and I can’t wait to kick off my journey with this incredible club. This is a monumental step forward in my career, and it’s always been my aspiration to sign with one of the football giants worldwide. Today, I’m elated to have fulfilled that dream by joining Chelsea”.

He further added, “The prospect of competing in the Premier League is something that truly excites me, and I’m eagerly looking forward to absorbing invaluable experiences during my time at Chelsea. Meeting the team and gracing the hallowed grounds of Stamford Bridge is something I’m eagerly anticipating.”

With this significant signing, Chelsea continues to fortify their squad with talented players, aiming to assert their dominance in various competitions.

Arsenal’s summer transfer activity has grabbed the spotlight with substantial signings, including Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and Jurrien Timber, alongside securing a loan deal for goalkeeper David Raya. Yet, amid these acquisitions, the club is mindful of Financial Fair Play regulations, necessitating revenue generation through player sales.

While Matt Turner, Aaron Trusty, and Pablo Mari fetched modest fees, the departure of Granit Xhaka to Bayer Leverkusen garnered £12 million. Folarin Balogun’s impending move to Monaco for around £34 million and Kieran Tierney’s loan switch to Real Sociedad are in advanced stages.

Nonetheless, ‘The Mirror’ indicates a list of players potentially departing before the transfer window closes on September 1st. One such player is midfielder Albert Sambi-Lakonga, linked to clubs like Brighton. The situation is less clear for Nicolas Pepe, with reports suggesting that if a move doesn’t materialize, the Ivorian’s contract might be terminated due to his high wages and lackluster recent form.

Further, Arsenal seeks exits for defenders Rob Holding, Cedric Soares, and Nuno Tavares, all deemed surplus to Mikel Arteta’s plans. Rob Holding has garnered interest from Besiktas, while Nuno Tavares, initially linked to Nottingham Forest, has caught the attention of Aston Villa after the Forest deal fell through.

As the transfer window countdown continues, Arsenal remains focused on striking the right balance between reinforcements and necessary sales to ensure compliance and competitiveness.

While not a regular starter, Eric Garcia often steps up for Barcelona in the absence of key defenders. Recent reports from ‘Mundo Deportivo’ indicate that Arsenal has set its sights on Garcia due to a significant setback – Jurrien Timber’s ruptured cruciate ligaments, leaving a gap in their lineup.

Even with a hefty €45 million investment this summer to secure Dutch defender Timber, the Gunners are now without him for several months. This has prompted Mikel Arteta and the club’s executives to explore the option of signing a loan player, particularly in the final stages of the transfer window.

Eric Garcia’s familiarity with the Premier League, stemming from his stint with Manchester City from 2018 to 2021, makes him an appealing candidate for Arsenal. However, the prospective deal is far from straightforward. Barcelona, known as the ‘Cules’, would ideally prefer a permanent transfer for their 22-year-old player, who is also a product of their own club’s development system.