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Rome mayor hopes to build new sports stadium despite scandal

Friday, 15 June 2018, 17:00 Last update: about 9 years ago

Rome's mayor is hoping to go ahead with the construction of a new sports stadium but says she will review the plans following a new corruption scandal. Nine people were arrested this week for...

Real Madrid agree €40m deal for Rodrygo

Friday, 15 June 2018, 12:38 Last update: about 9 years ago

Brazilian media outlet UOL has learned that Real Madrid have found an agreement to sign talented forward Rodrygo from Santos. Los Blancos decided to swoop after the 17-year-old impressed to score...

Chelsea reject Arsenal bid for David Luiz

Friday, 15 June 2018, 12:38 Last update: about 9 years ago

According to French outlet Le10Sport, Chelsea have rejected an offer of €20million from Arsenal for David Luiz. The controversial centre-back, also capable of deputizing in...

Bielsa lands first coach job in England with 2nd-tier Leeds

Friday, 15 June 2018, 11:55 Last update: about 9 years ago

Volatile Argentine coach Marcelo Bielsa has landed his first managerial job in England after taking charge of second-tier club Leeds. The 62-year-old Bielsa is a highly respected tactician after...

More projects to improve Ta' Qali football facilities

Friday, 15 June 2018, 10:40 Last update: about 9 years ago

The close season may be a quiet period in terms of on-pitch footballing action but off the field, the Malta Football Association's work continues uninterrupted. Over the past few months, the...

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