Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi described Evan Ferguson as “unique” after the teenage forward’s latest goal secured his side a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals.The Seagulls’ 1-0 win at Stoke saw Ferguson finish from close range on the half-hour mark at the end of a fine move.It was a fifth goal of the season for the 18-year-old Republic of Ireland international and fourt...Full Story »

Barcelona uploaded a strange graphic of Robert Lewandowski dressed as a farmer on Thursday in an unorthodox attempt at mocking Manchester United. Lewandowski opened scoring vs United Barca posted strange graphic on Twitter Man Utd came back to win WHAT HAPPENED? Barcelona had stormed into an early lead thanks to Lewandowski's 18th-minute penalty, which was awarded in controversial fashio...Full Story »

Barcelona and Sergi Roberto have reached an agreement over a new deal. The base of the negotiation was advanced and only a few details remained to be finalised, which have been solved without major problems, says Sport. The player had already given his 'yes' to the Blaugrana proposal and now all that's left was to set a day to make the announcement public, and sign it posing for the photos. ...Full Story »

Sergi Roberto and Robert Lewandowski scored just before half time, while Ferran Torres enjoyed a rare run out as Barcelona held off Cadiz. Barcelona broke the deadlock just before the break, with Sergi Roberto finishing from close range after a winding run from Ferran Torres. Lewandowski made it two in first-half stoppage time, lashing the ball into the bottom corner from outside the box. B...Full Story »

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi insists he will not be “fooled around” by further meetings with referees’ chief Howard Webb after criticising match official Darren England following a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Fulham.De Zerbi was shown a red card in the tunnel at the Amex Stadium, having rushed onto the pitch to berate England for his performance.Webb, the chief refereeing offic...Full Story »

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi was quick to exonerate goalkeeper Robert Sanchez after his error helped Crystal Palace earn a 1-1 draw.The visitors, who dominated with 75 per cent possession at Selhurst Park, broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute through Solly March.Six minutes later Sanchez failed to hold onto Michael Olise’s free-kick and James Tomkins took full advantage to head home.&ld...Full Story »

Patrick Roberts struck late on as Sunderland moved to within a point of the Sky Bet Championship play-off places with a 1-0 win over struggling Reading.The Black Cats looked set to be dealt a blow in their pursuit of a top-six spot, as stubborn Reading frustrated the hosts for long periods at the Stadium of Light.But ex-Manchester City man Roberts finally broke the resistance of the Royals as he...Full Story »

Sergi Roberto is has agreed terms with Barcelona over a new deal. The 31 year-old defensive utility has responded 'yes' to Barcelona's proposal to continue for another year, until 2024, with an option for another season depending on variables. The documentation is being processed and in a few days it is expected to be officially announced. A renewal endorsed by the sports area, with Xavi Her...Full Story »

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi was pleased the Brighton fans embraced Moises Caicedo in spite of the midfielder’s failed attempt to join Arsenal during the January transfer window.Caicedo started on the bench in the 1-0 victory over Bournemouth, his first match since expressing his desire to leave the club in an open letter posted on social media.He had been given time off until the closure o...Full Story »

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi insists the club must keep wantaway midfielder Moises Caicedo if they are to maintain their bid for a place in Europe.The sixth-placed Seagulls have two possible routes to the continent after they knocked out holders Liverpool to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup.De Zerbi has already seen attacker Leandro Trossard leave for Arsenal and Brighton have blocked the G...Full Story »

Boss Roberto De Zerbi hit out at referee Thomas Bramall after Brighton were denied a penalty at Leicester.Evan Ferguson’s late leveller earned the Seagulls a deserved point in their 2-2 Premier League draw at the King Power Stadium.The Foxes rallied after Kaoru Mitoma’s brilliant opener as Marc Albrighton and Harvey Barnes put them 2-1 up.But De Zerbi felt the visitors should have ha...Full Story »

Boss Roberto De Zerbi was not surprised to see World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister come off the bench to cement Brighton’s place in the FA Cup fourth round.The Argentina international scored two second-half goals, the first of them with an audacious flick, to help the Premier League Seagulls to a 5-1 win at Sky Bet Championship Middlesbrough.Asked about his contribution, De Zerbi said: &l...Full Story »

Robert Snodgrass scored his first goal for Hearts as they recovered from a poor first-half display to secure a 1-1 draw away to St Mirren.The Buddies deservedly led at the break through Ryan Strain’s deflected free-kick, but the Jambos were much improved in the second period.The stalemate – which meant both sides made it six games in a row unbeaten – keeps the third-placed Jamb...Full Story »

Roberto De Zerbi apologised to the travelling Brighton fans after his side’s Carabao Cup penalty shoot-out defeat at Charlton.Three days after Alexis Mac Allister won the World Cup with Argentina, his team-mates were on the wrong end of spot-kicks after a goalless draw.The stakes may not have been quite so high, but nonetheless it was League One Charlton who reached the quarter-finals for ...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi is weighing up how to cover the three-match suspension of Robert Lewandowski. Normality is returning to Barcelona. The players are returning, with Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia coming back to training early. Most of the others will be back from Monday. Those who reached the quarter-finals can have longer off - Memphis Depay, Frenkie De Jong and Raphinha will be back on Thurs...Full Story »

Callum Roberts is the only Aberdeen absentee for the cinch Premiership game against Celtic at Pittodrie.The Dons winger is still making way his back from a long-term hamstring injury.Veteran winger Jonny Hayes has recovered from a groin injury and will be in contention.Celtic skipper Callum McGregor is available again after his recovery from a knee injury which has kept him out since OctoberHoop...Full Story »

QPR can welcome back a host of injured players when they host Burnley.Tyler Roberts, Leon Balogun, Luke Amos and Stefan Johansen have all used the World Cup break to get fit.On-loan Leeds striker Roberts is back from parent club Leeds where he was recovering from the calf injury which ruled him out of the Wales squad.Paul Hall will be in temporary charge after Michael Beale quit as manager to jo...Full Story »

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez has confirmed he will leave his role following his team's early exit from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on Thursday. Belgium were eliminated from the group stage following a 0-0 draw with Croatia, finishing third behind the Croatians and group winners Morocco. A victory in their final group match would have been enough to send Belgium into the round of 16. "My situ...Full Story »

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez fought back the tears as he confirmed his side’s 0-0 draw with Croatia was his last game in the job.The 49-year-old Spaniard said he will not be extending his contract, which expires at the end of Qatar 2022, after Belgium failed to get out of their group.Martinez, who led Belgium to a third-placed finish at Russia 2018 after taking on the role in 2016, ...Full Story »

Robert Lewandowski finally scored at the World Cup on Saturday, helping Poland beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 and boosting his team’s chances of reaching the knockout stages. Lewandowski shed tears after scoring in the 82nd minute. He raced toward the corner with his arms outstretched, then stayed slumped on the field as teammates rushed to congratulate him. He got up, rubbed his face, and blew ...Full Story »