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Qatar 2022: Diego Maradona Doing Two Things For Argentina From Above – Messi

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December 10, 2022

Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has insisted that late La Albiceleste legend Diego Maradona is watching and pushing the team from above to go after success at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Messi’s comments came after he led Argentina to beat the Netherlands in the World Cup semi-final tie on penalties after the match ended in a 2-2 draw.

The semi-final match was played on Friday evening in Qatar.

Speaking after the match, Messi talked about Maradona’s unseen impact on the Argentina squad.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward said (via @Argentina on Twitter, translated): “We are enjoying the moment, just like the people here and in Argentina. Getting into the best four is something spectacular.

“From the beginning, we have been saying that Diego is watching us, he is pushing from above.”

Messi and Maradona shared a great relationship prior to the latter’s passing back in November 2020.

The late football legend, a two-time FIFA World Cup winner, even coached Messi at the 2010 World Cup.

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

Arsenal is expected to bolster its squad in the summer after winning the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City this season.

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of Man United’s Premier League games.

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EPL: Maresca Signs Three-year Contract To Replace Guardiola At Man City

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May 26, 2026

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Former Chelsea and Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has signed a three-year contract with Manchester City.

Maresca will now replace Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his last game on Sunday – a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Tuesday: “Enzo Maresca has already signed a three-year deal as Manchester City’s new manager.

“Agreement until June 2029 and new chapter to start soon at #MCFC, with Maresca fully involved in the transfer strategy.

“Here we go, 100% confirmed.”

Maresca has been out of work since he left Stamford Bridge in January this year and has snubbed offers while waiting for the City job.