Matchday & Results

Arteta Frustrated as Arsenal Concede From Set-Piece in Leverkusen Dr

Mikel Arteta
March 2026

Mikel Arteta criticised Arsenal’s lack of urgency and focus after his side conceded from a set-piece in a 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen. Kai Havertz’s late penalty rescued the tie, but Arteta was frustrated his team were punished by a situation they had specifically prepared for. Robert Andrich scored from a corner shortly after half-time, exposing a weakness Arteta said Arsenal had already reviewed in detail before the game. Havertz then converted late from the spot after Noni Madueke won a penalty, leaving the tie level ahead of the return leg in north London.

Arbeloa Hails Valverde as Real Madrid Benchmark After Hat-Trick Sinks Manchester City

Fede Valverde
March 2026

Alvaro Arbeloa praised Fede Valverde as the benchmark for what a Real Madrid player should be after the midfielder scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 win over Manchester City. The coach said Valverde’s display set the standard after recent criticism of the team. Valverde struck three times in 22 minutes as Madrid overwhelmed City by cutting passing lanes and attacking space at the right moments. Arbeloa also highlighted the Bernabeu’s support for Vinicius Junior after a missed penalty and confirmed Ferland Mendy suffered an injury during the match.

Igor Tudor dodges future question as Tottenham slide toward relegation after Palace defeat

Igor Tudor
March 2026

Tottenham lost 3-1 at home to Crystal Palace, leaving them one point above the relegation zone with nine games left, and Tudor would not confirm how long he will stay in charge. Spurs led through Dominic Solanke, then Van de Ven was sent off as last man, Sarr scored the resulting penalty, Jorgen Strand Larsen put Palace ahead, and Sarr added another before half-time.

Joao Pedro hat-trick powers Chelsea past Aston Villa in top-four swing

Joao Pedro
March 2026

Chelsea won 4-1 at Villa Park to move within three points of the Champions League places, overturning an early deficit with Joao Pedro scoring three. Villa led through Douglas Luiz, Pedro levelled on the half-hour and struck again in first-half stoppage time, then Chelsea controlled the second half as Cole Palmer scored and helped exploit Villa’s high line for a late fourth.

Carrick suffers first defeat as 10-man Newcastle edge Manchester United late

Michael Carrick
March 2026

United lost 2-1 at Newcastle despite playing the whole second half against 10 men, with Osula scoring a last-minute winner after Casemiro’s equaliser cancelled Gordon’s penalty. Ramsey was sent off late in the first half, Newcastle still led through Gordon’s spot-kick after a Fernandes foul, Casemiro levelled from a set-piece, and United missed chances before Osula curled home late.

Manchester United U18s reach Premier League Cup final after extra-time comeback

Manchester United U18s
March 2026

United’s U18s overturned an early deficit to beat West Ham 3-1 after extra time, booking a place in the Premier League Cup final against Crystal Palace. The match went to extra time before United pulled away, with 16-year-old Kai Rooney scoring off the bench and JJ Gabriel also playing a key role, watched by Ratcliffe.

Tudor calls Raul Jimenez a “cheat” after Spurs lose 2-1 to Fulham

Igor Tudor
March 2026

Tottenham lost 2-1 at Fulham and Tudor attacked the officials, insisting Fulham’s opener should have been disallowed for a foul by Jimenez on Dragusin. Tudor argued the push gave a direct advantage leading to the goal and said the consequence was too big to ignore, while Spurs’ poor performance and Fulham’s second via Iwobi left Tottenham with another derby defeat.

Yamal hat-trick sinks Villarreal as he dedicates first match ball to his mother

Lamine Yamal
March 2026

Yamal scored a hat-trick in Barcelona’s 4-1 win over Villarreal and said he will give his first match ball to his mother, as Barca moved four points clear of Real Madrid. Yamal struck three left-footed finishes into the far corner, Villarreal pulled one back from a corner, then Barcelona finished the job with a late Lewandowski goal; Yamal was substituted to a standing ovation.

Ronaldo misses early penalty and limps off as Al-Nassr rally to reclaim top spot

Cristiano Ronaldo
March 2026

Al-Nassr came from behind to beat Al-Fayha 3-1, retaking first place from Al-Ahli despite Ronaldo missing a penalty and leaving injured. Ronaldo skied an early spot-kick after a controversial penalty call, Al-Fayha went ahead via an Al-Amri own goal, then Al-Nassr turned it with Mane’s tap-in from Coman’s cross and a Felix shot that rebounded in off the goalkeeper; Smalling starred defensively despite the collapse.

Ronaldo hits 965th goal as Al-Nassr crush Al-Najma 5-0 to stay top

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Al-Nassr won 5-0 to extend their winning run and keep first place, with Ronaldo scoring a VAR-awarded penalty and adding an assist, while Mane and Coman were also on the scoresheet. An early spot-kick set the tone, then Al-Nassr’s quality overwhelmed Al-Najma with two first-half goals; Ronaldo teed up Mane after the break and Martinez added another from a corner to complete a dominant rout.

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