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NAPOLI MISS CHANCE TO GO TOP AFTER DRAW WITH VENEZIA

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Napoli missed the chance to move to the top of Serie A after being held to a goalless draw by struggling Venezia. The 2023 champions dominated the match, registering 15 shots on goal, but were repeatedly denied by an outstanding performance from Venezia goalkeeper Ionut Radu. The Romanian shot-stopper made seven crucial saves, securing a valuable point for his second-bottom side.

BARCA SENSATION YAMAL CONTINUES TO STUN WITH HIS BRILLIANCE

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After shining at the European Championship last summer, Lamine Yamal is still finding new ways to impress. The 17-year-old made Champions League history on Tuesday, becoming the youngest player ever to score and assist in the competition as he led Barcelona to a 3-1 victory over Benfica, securing a 4-1 aggregate win and a spot in the quarter-finals.

MIKEL MERINO'S GOAL LIFTS ARSENAL PAST CHELSEA CUTTING THE GAPTO LIVERPOOL TO 12 POINTS

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Mikel Merino scored the only goal as Arsenal secured a narrow victory over Chelsea, moving 12 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Both teams entered the match without their first-choice strikers, with Kai Havertz ruled out for the season due to a hamstring injury for Arsenal, while Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson was also unavailable. Chelsea suffered another blow as their key player, Cole Palmer, was missing due to injury, marking the first time they had to play without him since their 5-0 defeat to Arsenal last season.

LIVERPOOL'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE DREAMS CRUSHED BY PSG IN PENALTY SHOOTOUT

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Liverpool's Champions League journey came to an end after a penalty shootout defeat to a resilient Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield. Despite holding a 1-0 advantage from the first leg, the Reds were unable to contain a determined PSG side, who showcased their maturity under Luis Enrique.

THE DOUBLE KICK PENALTY THAT LED TO ATLETICO MADRID'S SHOOTOUT DEFEAT

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Real Madrid continued their dominance over Atlético Madrid in penalty shootouts, securing yet another victory in their long-standing rivalry. The latest triumph came in the last 16 of the Champions League, leaving Diego Simeone's side particularly frustrated.

MAN UNITED SET TO BUILD "ICONIC" £2BN STADIUM WITH 100,000 CAPACITY

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Manchester United has unveiled ambitious plans to build the largest stadium in the United Kingdom, a brand-new £2 billion, 100,000-seater venue near Old Trafford. Once construction is complete, the club's historic home, which has stood since 1910, will be demolished. Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has expressed his desire to create the "world's greatest football stadium," with hopes that the project will be completed within five years. This announcement follows a lengthy consultation process, during which the club debated whether to renovate Old Trafford or construct an entirely new stadium.

VIRGIL VAN DIJK: WILL HE STAY OR WILL HE GO?

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has left fans in suspense, admitting he has "no idea" whether he will stay at Anfield beyond the current season. With his contract set to expire in June, alongside Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold, the future of Liverpool's leadership core remains up in the air.

NEWCASTLE BOOST CONFIDENCE FOR CARABAO CUP WITH WIN OVER WEST HAM

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Newcastle boosted their confidence ahead of the Carabao Cup final with a hard-fought victory over West Ham, moving up to sixth in the Premier League. Eddie Howe's side will now turn their attention to Wembley, where they will face league leaders Liverpool in a bid to claim their first major trophy in 70 years.