Footballers who caused chaos by joining rivals from decapitation threat to arson

Professional footballers are no strangers to causing mayhem among fanbases with controversial transfers – and joining the rivals of their former employers is sure to cause major discontent. From decapitation threats to police protection and even arson, die-hard fans have broken the law in apparent anger after feeling betrayed by those they worshipped. With Luis Figo and Steven Defour among […]

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‘He’s ready to do the job’: Pep Guardiola backs Xavi for Barcelona managerial role

Pep Guardiola believes Xavi is “ready” to become Barcelona’s next manager and has backed his former midfielder to replace Ronald Koeman. The Manchester City boss coached Xavi as Barcelona won three La Liga titles and two Champions League medals between 2008 and 2012, and the former Spain international is favourite to take over at the Nou Camp following Koeman’s dismissal. […]

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp offers mixed update on Fabinho and Naby Keita injuries ahead of Brighton clash

Liverpool midfielder Fabinho has been ruled out of his side’s match against Brighton on Saturday but manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed Naby Keita is set to be available after making a “surprising” recovery from being carried off at Old Trafford last weekend. Fabinho continues to be sidelined with a “complicated” knee problem that ruled him out of the historic 5-0 […]

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