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La LigaVinícius Júnior will miss Real Madrid’s match against Valencia at Mestalla for the second consecutive time because of a new suspension linked to an incident in the game against Villarreal, according to the source. His absence temporarily halts the player’s run of controversial encounters at Valencia’s stadium.
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UEFA Champions LeagueAchraf Hakimi has matched compatriot Hakim Ziyech’s record with 83 appearances in European competitions, making them the most-capped Moroccans in those tournaments. Hakimi reached the mark in Paris Saint-Germain’s match against Villarreal in the Champions League.
La LigaFederico Valverde has become José Mourinho’s preferred option at right-back for Real Madrid. Under Xabi Alonso, his appearances in the position had been a makeshift solution when Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold were unavailable.
UEFA Champions LeagueParis Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his team are focused on winning the Champions League, and that topping the league phase and scoring 20 goals in the first four rounds are not very important at this stage. He made the remarks after his side’s 6-0 win over Villarreal in the fourth round.
UEFA Champions LeagueParis Saint-Germain beat hosts Villarreal 6-0 in the fourth round of the Champions League league phase, moving clear at the top of the table after winning all four of their matches.
TransfersNigerian club Beyond Limits announced that Beninese striker Merveille Akinosho has signed a long-term contract with Spanish side Villarreal, marking his move to European football.
UEFA Champions LeagueVillarreal coach Iñigo Pérez urged his team to face Paris Saint-Germain with confidence and without fear ahead of Tuesday’s fourth-round Champions League meeting at La Cerámica. He said sitting back against an opponent of this level could have consequences, and called on his players to prove they can compete.
UEFA Champions LeagueParis Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique praised Villarreal ahead of their Champions League meeting, saying the Spanish side deserved better results against Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund. He warned his team not to rely on recent results, saying wins over Manchester City and Barcelona would not decide the next match.
UEFA Champions LeagueAston Villa defender Pau Torres praised Barcelona’s new signing Rodri and said Lamine Yamal deserved the Ballon d’Or this year, speaking to AS before the teams’ Champions League meeting.
UEFA Champions LeagueAchraf Hakimi continued to make a major attacking contribution for Paris Saint-Germain, scoring three goals and providing two assists in a 5-1 win over Le Havre. The report looks at his performances for the team as the legal proceedings against the Moroccan player continue.
