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Champions League recap: Raphinha stars as Barcelona rout Feyenoord | Champions League

September 10, 2026September 10, 2026grace

Raphinha responded to his Ballon d’Or shortlist exclusion on the pitch, scoring twice as Barcelona cruised past Feyenoord with a 5-1 Champions League victory. The Brazilian was unexpectedly left out of the 30-player list announced this week, but showed no sign of frustration as he maintained his excellent early-season form at a rain-drenched Camp Nou. […]

Transfer Roundup: Nottingham Forest Complete £34m Signing of Sporting’s Diomande | Transfer Window

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026grace

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Côte d’Ivoire centre-back Ousmane Diomande from Sporting for an undisclosed amount, believed to be £34.2m. The 22-year-old defender, who was part of Côte d’Ivoire’s World Cup squad, has signed a four-year contract with Forest that includes an option for another season. Forest chief football officer George Syrianos praised […]