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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Saturday, May 17, 2025
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Chelsea took a significant step towards securing Champions League football next season as Marc Cucurella’s second-half header sealed a crucial 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Still on Chelsea, the Blues have unveiled their new kit for the 2025/26 season, inspired by the rich architectural heritage of London.
Aston Villa boosted their hopes of securing a Champions League spot with a comfortable victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Mohamed Salah has defended Trent Alexander-Arnold, saying the defender did not deserve to be booed by some Liverpool fans after announcing he will leave his boyhood club this summer.
More on Mohamed Salah, the 32-year-old has revealed that he was on the verge of leaving the Reds, saying there was only a 10 percent chance he would sign a new two-year deal with Arne Slot’s side.
Bruno Fernandes has been voted Manchester United’s Player of the Season for a record-equalling fourth time, matching a feat achieved by only two other modern club legends.
Liverpool-based legal firm Hill Dickinson has secured the naming rights partnership for Everton’s new stadium.
Everton manager David Moyes has urged his players to keep clear heads on a day when emotions are sure to run high, as they aim to sign off in style from Goodison Park.
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has described the club’s stance on Taiwo Awoniyi as ‘concerned but positive’ after the striker was placed in an induced coma following a serious abdominal injury.
Four Premier League clubs have been warned by the Gambling Commission over their ties to an unlicensed gambling operator.
Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen has passed his medical in London ahead of a summer move to Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu.
Liverpool are set to rival Real Madrid and Barcelona in the race to sign £60m-rated Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton.
A move for Chelsea’s 27-year-old French striker Christopher Nkunku could also be part of Liverpool’s summer plans.
Wolves are intensifying their pursuit of Liverpool’s 22-year-old English midfielder Harvey Elliott.
Premier League trio Chelsea, Manchester City, and Arsenal have already held talks with the agents of Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, who has fallen down the pecking order at the Bernabeu.
Aston Villa are hoping to make Axel Disasi’s loan move from Chelsea permanent this summer, with the club already beginning negotiations with the 27-year-old French defender.
Inter Milan have reportedly identified Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodrigo De Paul as a key summer target to strengthen their squad.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued an unreserved apology to all member states that walked out of the FIFA Congress after he arrived late due to a meeting with Donald Trump.
Ghanaian midfielder Lawrence Agyekum has signed a four-year deal with Belgian Pro League side Cercle Brugge following a successful loan spell from RB Salzburg.
Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko says his side is fully aware of the challenge posed by Karela United, but they are heading to the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium determined to secure all three points.
Still on Medeama SC, forward Abdul Salam says he is highly motivated to score more goals for the club, describing his debut strike in the Ghana Premier League as a ‘special one.’
FIFA referee Rita Boateng Nkansah has been appointed to officiate the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League final between Ampem Darkoa and Police Ladies.
That’s a wrap for today’s FC Daily Round-Up! Stay connected with us for the latest football news, match results, and breaking stories from around the world. Don’t forget to check back tomorrow for more updates as the action continues to unfold. Until then, keep the passion alive and enjoy the beautiful game! ⚽🔥 #FCDailyBriefing
