Paul Pogba terminates contract with Juventus after mutual agreement
Paul Pogba and Juventus have parted ways following a mutual agreement. The club and the player announced the contract termination on Friday despite Pogba's doping ban reduction.
Paul Pogba and Juventus have mutually agreed to part ways amid doping ban as the club announced on Friday via an official statement. The Turin-based club terminated the player's contract despite his ban being cut down to 18 months by CAS in October 2024.
🚨 OFFICIAL: Paul Pogba becomes free agent, he’s left Juventus terminating the contract on mutual agreement.
Pogba will be able to join new club with immediate effect, training from January 2025 and playing from March 2025. pic.twitter.com/IEjikxWzpM
The Serie A giants Juventus have stated in the official club statement:
"Juventus Football Club and Paul Pogba announce that they have reached a mutual agreement for the termination of their contract as of 30 November, 2024. The club wishes Paul the very best for his professional future."
Paul Pogba confirmed his departure from the club via Instagram and expressed his gratitude to Juventus fans.
However, Pogba becomes a free agent and will be available in the winter transfer window in January 2025.
Pogba's doping ban
Paul Pogba made his long-awaited return to Juventus in 2022 but he has not played for the Bianconeri since September 2023. In August 2023, Pogba was tested positive for DHEA which is a banned substance. According to Journalist Julien Laurens, Paul Pogba admitted to Juventus that he took some food supplements not knowing they contained testosterone which led to his positive drug test.
However, Italy's anti-doping court sanctioned Pogba with a four-year ban for doping in September 2023, and the decision was announced this year in February. Pogba appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) against the punishment stating that the verdict was incorrect. CAS reduced Pogba's ban to 18 months from four years as the 31-year-old Frenchman was able to prove that the consumption of testosterone was not intentional. Pogba stated afterwards:
"I always stated that I never knowingly breached World Anti-Doping Agency regulations when I took a nutritional supplement prescribed to me by a doctor, which does not affect or enhance the performance of male athletes,
"I play with integrity, and although I must accept that this is a strict liability offence, I want to place on record my thanks to the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s judges who heard my explanation."
However, Pogba is eligible to play from March 2025 after receiving the punishment reduction.
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According to a report by Fabrizio Romano on 7 October 2024, both parties would agree on a contract termination. Pogba's high salary of €10m per season also caused financial worries for the Turin club and his fitness issues would have taken time to recover.
🚨 Paul Pogba and Juventus, expected to agree on contract termination as he will become a free agent.
Talks to follow from tomorrow after CAS verdict, as Paul will be available from March.
Paul Pogba also feels a fresh start would be best solution for him and his career. pic.twitter.com/niTvAzRbzt
The reports have come true and now Pogba has become a free agent and will be available in the winter transfer window. Paul Pogba is training in Miami to regain his fitness and be ready for his next club. It will be exciting to see which club pursues the French midfielder who will be available to train with his new club from January and play from March 2025.
Discover the 15 most decorated football clubs in the world, boasting legendary teams with the highest number of trophies, from domestic leagues to international glory.
Success in football comes in circles, as good times come and go for every club, but some clubs have had far more consistent runs than the others. Many clubs have had generations of success through each era of football and multiple competitions.
Understanding that every title, cup, and league win has a backdrop is essential. Here is the full list of the clubs boasting their trophy cabinets.
15 most decorated clubs in world football:
RANK
CLUBS
TROPHIES
NATION
1.
Al-Ahly
123
Egypt
2.
Celtic FC
119
Scotland
3.
Rangers
118
Scotland
4.
Club Nacional de Football
117
Uruguay
5.
Atletico Penarol
116
Uruguay
6.
Real Madrid
102
Spain
7.
FC Barcelona
98
Spain
8.
SL Benfica
85
Portugal
9.
FC Porto
85
Portugal
10.
Al-Faisaly
84
Saudi Arab
11.
FC Bayern Munich
83
Germany
12.
Olympiacos
80
Greece
13.
Ajax
73
Netherlands
14.
Juventus
71
Italy
15.
Manchester United
68
England
15. Manchester United | 68 Trophies | England:
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If you say "Theatre of Dreams", "Old Trafford", or the "Busby Babes" to someone, there is only one club that comes to mind: Manchester United. The Red Devils are cementing their place in the most decorated club's hall of fame with 68 trophies, right from the Busby Babes Munich air disaster in 1958 to Sir Alex Ferguson's Class of 92. Icons like Sir Bobby Charlton to the modern heroes like Ruud Van Nistelrooy, Wayne Rooney, Ryan Giggs and Cristiano Ronaldo have clothed the famous red jersey.
While the club has struggled to reach the heights of the 1990s to 2000s in recent years, The Red Devils are one of the most successful clubs in England, winning three UEFA Champions Leagues to their name, one of the best teams to have ever played in Europe as well.
3x UEFA Champions League winner (1967-68, 1998-99, 2007-08)
1x UEFA Super Cup Winner (1991-92)
1x UEFA Europa Cup Winner (2016-17)
1x Cup Winners Cup (1990-91)
13x FA Cup Winner (23/24, 15/16, 03/04, 98/99, 95/96, 93/94, 89/90, 84/85, 82/83, 76/77, 62/63, 47/48, 1908/09)
21x English Super Cup winner (16/17, 13/14, 11/12, 10/11, 08/09, 07/08, 03/04, 97/98 , 96/97, 94/95, 93/94, 90/91, 83/84, 77/78, 67/68, 65/66, 57/58, 56/57, 52/53, 1911/12, 1908/09)
6x English League Cup Winner (22/23 , 16/17 , 09/10 , 08/09 , 05/06 , 91/92)
2x English 2nd Tier Champions (74/75, 35/36)
1x Inter Continental Cup Winner (1999)
14. Juventus | 71 Trophies | Italy:
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Juventus is undoubtedly one of the most decorated clubs in world football and Italy too. From Dino Zoff to Alessandro Del Piero, this Italian heavyweight has been home to some of the biggest footballing stars ever produced, who have helped to add moments that collectively tell the tale of their 71 trophies. Not many clubs can boast about the fact that the Turin giant was formed by a group of grammar school students who turned into one of the biggest clubs in world football. A fascinating back story with a thrilling journey.
2x UEFA Champions League winners (1984-85, 1995-96)
2x UEFA Super Cup (1984-85, 1996-97)
9x Italian Super Cup Winner (20/21 , 18/19 , 15/16 , 13/14 , 12/13 , 03/04 , 02/03 , 97/98 , 95/96)
2x UEFA Cup Winner (92/93 , 89/90 , 76/77)
1x Italian Serie B Champion (2006-07)
2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1996, 1985)
13. Ajax | 73 Trophies | Netherlands:
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Ajax are a wonderful football club, and their story is represented in as much as one word: innovation. The birthplace of 'Modern Football', their academy, De Toekomst, has been a messenger of talents. From Johan Cruyff to Frenkie de Jong. Their 73 trophies, including their European exploits, show their philosophy that prioritizes skill and vision.
The club has been massively successful in their 123-year history, winning four Champions League crowns, three of which were won in a row, as well as 36 Eredivisie crowns, which makes this club one of the most decorated clubs in world football.
Olympiacos is known to have a hugely intimidating home atmosphere when visiting teams come to their ground, the Karaiskakis Stadium. Despite only holding 33,334 fans, it's a well-known fortress for the home team. There's no doubt that they have dominated Greek football since their inception in 1925. From legendary figures to the current team, it has helped the club propel them to 80 trophies and cemented their name into one of the most decorated clubs.
4x Greek Super Cup Winner (2006/07, 91/92, 86/87, 1979/80)
1x UEFA Conference League Winner (2023-24)
11. FC Bayern Munich | 83 Trophies | Germany:
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Bayern's unparalleled streak of 11 consecutive titles came to an end in 2023-24 when the club slipped to third in Bayer Leverkusen's 'invincible' season. Vincent Kompany will be looking to change fortunes and restore Bayern to the top of German football. From their Allianz Arena, a modern-day stadium, they have showcased a brand of football that is both efficient and elegant. Bayern Munich is one of the most decorated clubs in Germany and world football too.
10x German Super Cup Winner (22/23 , 21/22 , 20/21 , 18/19 , 17/18 , 16/17 , 12/13 , 10/11 , 90/91 , 87/88)
6x League Cup Winner (07/08 , 04/05 , 00/01 , 99/00 , 98/99 , 97/98)
South German Cup Winner (1956-57)
2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (2001, 1976)
2X UEFA Super Cup Winner (20/21 , 13/14)
6x UEFA Champions League Winner (1975/76, 74/75, 73/74, 2019/20, 2012/13, 2000/01)
2x FIFA Club World Cup Winner (20/21, 13/14)
1x UEFA Cup Winner (1995-96)
10. Al-Faisaly | 84 Trophies | Saudi Arab:
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Not a familiar name in world football, but Al-Faisaly is one of the most decorated clubs in world football. In 91 years of their existence as a football club, formerly known as Al-Ashbal Club, they have won 35 league titles and 21 Jordan FA Cups, although domestic success has been more limited in recent years. The club is yet to have any success on the AFC stage.
From the banks of the Douro River, FC Porto has risen as Portugal's footballing flare and one of the most decorated clubs in world football. This is the football club that gave us players such as Deco, Ricardo Carvalho and, of course, the hero Benni McCarthy. After the 2004 season's UEFA Champions League winning campaign, Porto haven't seen any success in Europe since, they have still managed to win 30 Primeira Liga titles, 19 Taca de Portugal, two European Cups and two Europa Leagues during their 130-year history.
2x UEFA Champions League Winner (2003-04, 1986-87)
1x UEFA Super Cup Winner (1987-88)
2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (2004, 1987)
8. SL Benfica | 85 Trophies | Portugal:
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SL Benfica is one of the most decorated football clubs in Portugal and globally. The club has given birth to some absolute icons in the sport. Eusebio, winner of the 1965 Ballon d'Or, was representing Benfica when he achieved this phenomenal feat. Modern-day players such as Angel Di Maria, Darwin Nunez, David Luiz and Nemanja Matic are just a few names that have come and gone from the Portuguese outfit over the years. With 85 trophies, incredibly, the nation's two powerhouses are tied for trophy hauls.
2x UEFA Champions League Winner (1961/62, 1960/61)
7. FC Barcelona | 98 Trophies | Spain:
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There is no denying that Barcelona's most successful period was the late 2000s and into the 2010s, led by the genius Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest player to ever kick a football and helped to make one of the most decorated clubs in world football. Their 98-trophy tally does not just recount victories but also moments that changed Spanish football. Camp Nou has been the hub of 'tiki-taka' football - a poetic style, enchanting and uniquely Barcelona's.
3x Inter-Cities fair cup Winners (65/66 , 59/60 , 57/58)
6. Real Madrid | 102 Trophies | Spanish:
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Real Madrid has made the Santiago Bernabeu a theatre of dreams for fans and a place of nightmares for rivals. Madrid boasts an astonishing 15 UEFA Champions League titles to their name, seven more than any other team has won in the competition's history. Los Blancos is the most decorated club in Spain showcasing 102 trophies.
Just missing out on the top four is one of the most decorated clubs of South American football, Atletico Penarol. Why is this club so special and represents why they have been so successful over the years, is that they have never been relegated from the top division in Uruguay since being founded in 1891. It is a witness to longevity and consistent excellence. With a total of 116 trophies, they are not just Uruguayan legends.
3x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1982 , 1966 , 1961)
4. Club Nacional de Football | 117 Trophies | Uruguay:
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Club Nacional de Football tales of dominance are South American epics, which makes them the most decorated clubs in South America. However, in their long and storied 125-year history, they have won 49 Primera Division crowns in their homeland. The well-documented side from Uruguay boasts 116 trophies and is iconic in its own right.
3x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1988 , 1980 , 1971)
1x Recopa SudAmericana winner (1989)
3. Rangers |118 Trophies | Scotland:
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Rangers have marginally fewer trophies to their city rivals Celtic with 55 Scottish first-tier League Championships since 1890 and that's why they are the second most decorated clubs in Scottish Premiership. With their home one of the most famous stadiums in the British Isles in the form of Ibrox, it is no wonder they have managed such glory when they can create such an atmosphere.
Celtic Park, also known as Parkhead, and renowned for its thrilling atmosphere, has seen countless memories created in the club's 137-year history. Because of their dominance, they are the most decorated club in Scottish football. Celtic were the first club in Great Britain to win the European Cup.
Al-Ahly tops this list and becomes the most decorated club in world football with 123 trophies. With a legacy stretching back to 1907 and 123 trophies to their name, they are more than Egyptian legends; they are global titans. They have won 43 Egyptian Premier League titles, 39 Egypt Cups, 12 CAF Champions Leagues, 14 Egyptian Super Cups, eight CAF Super Cups and four African Cup Winners' Cups, just to name a few. They are essentially the African version of Real Madrid and continue to dominate Egyptian domestic football to this day.
Sergio Conceicao will reportedly leave AC Milan at the end of the season
Conceicao, who was appointed in December 2024, is expected to be let go by AC Milan at the end of the season, with the possibility of being sacked in the upcoming weeks.
AC Milan have reportedly finalized the decision to part ways with current manager Sergio Conceicao following the end of the ongoing season.
According to multiple reports from Italy, the Portuguese manager can also be shown the door if the Rossoneris fail to earn victories against in their upcoming two matches against Lecce and Como, which are scheduled to take place before the international break in March.
Despite winning the Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan in January, while beating the eternal rivals Inter Milan in the final, Conceicao failed to lead Milan to the coveted success in Serie A this season.
Conceicao to bow out of Milan at the season's end
Conceicao won Supercoppa with Milan only after 17 days of taking charge. (Image Credit | FotMob)
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Conceicao's tenure at AC Milan "will be over at the end of the season". With another looming threat over the 50-year-old, he could lose his job as early as this month, if Milan suffers defeats against Lecce and Como before the international break.
#ACMilan have decided not to confirm Sergio #Conceicao. His story at #Milan will be over at the end of the season, even if he could be sacked with the immediate effect if he loses against Lecce and Como before the international break. #transfers
Corriere della Sera, another well-known Italian media outlet, reported that Milan may consider dismissing head coach Conceicao before the summer clause takes effect. This would allow both parties to part ways 'early' if the team's performance does not improve in the coming week.
The pressure is now mounting on Sergio Conceicao as AC Milan is currently positioned ninth on the Serie A leaderboard, having accumulated 41 points across 27 games.
Conceicao (right) replaced Fonseca (left) as the AC Milan head coach in December.
During the summer, Conceicao was already a top candidate for the head coach position at Milan. However, the club ultimately chose Paulo Fonseca for the role. After a few months of disappointing results, Fonseca was dismissed, and his compatriot Conceicao took over as the new head coach.
The former FC Porto manager took charge of AC Milan on 30 December 2024. Under his managerial radar, the Rossoneris have played 17 matches, achieving 8 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses so far.
Conceicao's tussle with Arrigo Sacchi
Arrigo Sacchi (Image Credit | Sempre Milan)
Sergio Conceicao's stay at Milan has been distressing due to the continuous speculations from different discussions. Recently, the Portuguese manager has been heavily criticized by the legendary former Milan coach Arrigo Sacchi, who "feels that it is ‘complicated’ for Conceicao to salvage his job in San Siro".
In his La Gazzetta dello Sport column, Sacchi conveyed his belief that it is "complicated" for Conceicao to save his job at San Siro. He also believes that the main issue is the lack of unity among the squad, which he sees as more significant than the team's results or the absence of goals on the pitch.
Sergio Conceiçao has not brought the benefits that all the supporters were expecting. Milan is in ninth place. This is not a position for a club that has written the history of football. We need to stop and seriously reflect with humility.
In response, Conceicao did not hold back his frustration over Sacchi's recent criticism, noting Sacchi's earlier praise contrasted with his current daily attacks in the media.
Two months ago, he said I was an important coach, now he criticizes me every day. I sent him a message, but he didn’t reply…
In another controversial incident, Conceicao's relationship with the Milan officials has seemingly deteriorated. The manager faced a backlash when his spokesperson claimed he felt unsupported by the club's management and criticized the team's structure.
However, Conceicao publicly denied these statements, affirming the club's support and his regular communication with the directors.
🎙️ O porta-voz de Sérgio Conceição tinha afirmaso que o técnico se sente sozinho e sem apoio da diretoria, criticando a estrutura do Milan e o comprometimento do elenco. Mas o treinador negou tudo, dizendo que o clube está com ele e que mantém contato diário com a diretoria.… pic.twitter.com/u4RfHKVGK8
— Andersinho Marques (@Andersinho_ITA) March 7, 2025
The upcoming weeks will be very crucial for Sergio Conceicao, as he will leave no stone unturned to end his tenure at Milan on a high, bringing Rossoneris close to the qualification zone for the continental competitions.
Many Players have experienced taking the UEFA Champions League match ball home. But few have done it multiple times. Listening to the UEFA Champions League anthem on the pitch while being in the starting lineup is the dream of every other kid football fan. But among the dreamers, few players go on to make further history in the game.
Players who leave a lasting impression through their quality, be it defending, goalkeeping, or even scoring goals. In this article, we will have a look at the players with the most hat-tricks in the UEFA Champions League history.
RANK
PLAYERS
HAT-TRICKS
CLUBS
1
Cristiano Ronaldo
8
Real Madrid (7), Juventus (1)
2
Lionel Messi
8
FC Barcelona (8)
3
Robert Lewandowski
6
Borussia Dortmund (1), Bayern Munich (4), FC Barcelona (1)
4
Karim Benzema
4
Real Madrid (1)
5
Luiz Adriano
3
Shakhtar Donetsk (3)
6
Mario Gomez
3
Bayern Munich (3)
7
Filippo Inzaghi
3
Juventus (2), AC Milan (1)
8
Neymar Junior
3
FC Barcelona (1), Paris Saint-Germain (2)
9
Kylian Mbappe
3
Paris Saint-Germain (2), Real Madrid (1)
10
Harry Kane
2
Tottenham Hotspurs (1), FC Bayern Munich (1)
10. Harry Kane| 2 Hat-tricks| Tottenham Hotspurs & Bayern Munich:
First Hat-trick | Tottenham Hotspurs:
On 26th September 2017, Harry Kane hit his first hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League against APOEL FC, Tottenham Hotspurs won that match 3-0 in the group stage and Kane finished the group stage joint second in the top scorers chart with six goals.
Second Hat-trick | FC Bayern Munich:
On 18th September 2024, Harry Kane hit his second hat-trick against Dinamo Zagreb in the UEFA Champions League. Kane scored 4 goals and Bayern Munich won that match 9-2 at Allianz Arena in Munich.
9. Kylian Mbappe | 3 Hat-tricks | Paris Saint-Germain & Real Madrid:
On 17 February 2017, Kylian Mbappe scored his second UEFA Champions League Round of 16 hat-tricks against the mighty FC Barcelona in Parc des Princes. Mbappe scored 3 goals and Moises Keane scored the last goal against Barcelona and they won 4-1 against the Blaugranes.
8. Neymar Jr. | 3 Hat-tricks | FC Barcelona & Paris Saint-Germain:
First Hat-trick | FC Barcelona:
On December 11, 2013, Neymar Jr. scored his first-ever hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League at Camp Nou in Spain. In that Lionel Messi was injured, but Neymar stepped up and scored a hat-trick against Celtic FC and FC Barcelona triumphed over a dominant 6-1 win against Celtic FC.
Filippo Inzaghi scored his first UEFA Champions League hat-trick against Dynamo Kyiv. Filippo Inzaghi became the first Juventus player to score a UEFA Champions League hat-trick when he found the back of the net on three occasions against Dynamo Kyiv in March 1998. Juventus won that match with a comfortable 4-1 scoreline.
Second Hat-trick | Juventus:
On 13 September 2000, Filippo Inzaghi netted his first UEFA Champions League hat-trick against Hamburg. Filippo Inzaghi's hat-trick rescued Juventus as an astonishing Champions League match against Hamburg finished 4-4 in Germany. Juventus led 3-1 at one stage before falling 4-3 behind and it needed a late penalty from Inzaghi to rescue a point.
Third Hat-trick | AC Milan:
The former Italian international scored his third UEFA Champions League hat-trick in his iconic AC Milan Jersey against Deportivo La Coruna. With the help of his hat-trick AC Milan won with a comfortable 4-0 scoreline in the 2002-03 season.
6. Mario Gomez | 3 Hat-tricks | FC Bayern Munich:
Mario Gomez bagged 3 UCL hat-tricks for Bayern Munich | Bayern Munich
Mario Gomez scored his first UEFA Champions League hat-trick against the Romanian side CFR Cluj in November 2010. Almost a year to the day later, the German forward scored a match-winning hat-trick against Napoli to seal a 3-2 win.
Luiz Adriano had registered his first UEFA Champions League hat-trick two years prior when he netted three times in Shakhtar's 5-2 win over Danish side Nordsjaelland in November 2012. Luiz Adriano netted his second UEFA Champions League hat-trick against BATE Borisov in the 2014 season. The Brazilian recorded his third hat-trick against BATE as he inspired Shakhtar to a 5-0 win.
The Frenchman would wait five years for his second as he scored three times in an 8-0 win over Malmo, scoring three against PSG in March 2022, Benzema recorded his fourth UEFA Champions League hat-trick in a 3-1 win over Chelsea in April that year.
The Polish forward had already agreed on terms with Bayern at that point and Lewandowski recorded four hat-tricks for the German giants when opposing Dinamo Zagreb, Red Star Belgrade, Benfica, and lastly Red Bull Salzburg.
The former Barcelona legend scored other six UEFA Champions League hat-tricks against Ajax, APOEL Nicosia, Celtic, Manchester City, and PSV Eindhoven, a record equaled by Cristiano Ronaldo just six months later.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo | 8 Hat-tricks | Real Madrid & Juventus:
Although the most memorable one came against Atlético de Madrid the second time. This time in the colors of Juventus. Juventus progressed 3-2 on aggregate to reach the quarterfinals.
Football Calendar in 2025: Here are the Dates of Biggest Football Matches in 2025
Football in 2024 includes creating milestones, late dramas, superb goals, and glorious comebacks; however, a thrilling 2025 is waiting ahead for all the Football Fanatics in the world as the "Biggest Football Matches" are concerned. So, mark down the key dates of the Biggest and most popular Football Matches of 2025 in your calendar.
Football in 2024 includes creating milestones, late dramas, superb goals, and glorious comebacks. It was a year to remember for football fans around the world. But the excitement doesn't stop here, as there are more to come in 2025 in terms of the biggest and most popular football matches are concerned. So, hurry up! Mark down the key dates in your calendar.
Here are the key dates of the biggest and most popular matches in 2025, including fierce derbies and the games that could change the respective league table entirely or result in promotions in the coming months are as follows:
Biggest Football Matches in January 2025:
Liverpool 2-2 Manchester United, a thrilling contest!!
Liverpool Vs. Man United ended in a 2-2 draw. Image | Goal.Com India
Nottingham Forest are looking sharp! And they are definitely aiming to beat Liverpool fc at home on 14th January, to remain active in the title challenge race. Elsewhere, in Champions League top European Clubs will battle for the ultimate European glory. Manchester City and PSG are odds to be relegated, and Atletico Madrid could overtake Bayer Leverkusen and confirm their place in the next round.
UEFA Europa League could also provide shocks as Rangers might surpass struggling Man United and confirm their berth for the next round if they manage to beat Red Devils, and Galatasaray could find themselves below Ajax in the table if Ajax manages to beat them.
From the Cup's point of view, Arsenal will face Manchester United in an F.A. Cup encounter and again the Gunners will go face to face with mighty New Castle United at the Carabao Cup Semi-final 1st leg on 8th January, and Tottenham will go head-to-head against Liverpool on 9th January. On 15th January, Tottenham will face Arsenal, in a high-voltage North-London Derby.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in January 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
05 January
Liverpool vs. Manchester United
English Premier League; Northwest Derby
Anfield
05 January
Monaco vs. Paris St. Germain
French Ligue 1; Trophee des Champions
Parc des Princes
08 January
Atalanta vs. Napoli
Italian Serie A; Match
Gewiss Stadium
08 January
Arsenal vs. Newcastle United
Carabao Cup Semi-Final 1st Leg; Match
Emirates Stadium
09 January
Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
Carabao Cup Semi-Final 1st Leg; Match
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
10 January
Borussia Dortmund vs. Bayer Leverkusen
German Bundesliga; Match
Signal Iduna Park
11 January
Borussia Mönchengladbach vs. Bayern Munich
German Bundesliga; The Original Klassiker
Borussia-Park
12 January
Arsenal vs. Manchester United
F.A Cup; Match
Emirates Stadium
14 January
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool
English Premier League; Match
The City Ground
15 January
Arsenal vs. Tottenham Hotspur
English Premier League; North London Derby
Emirates Stadium
19 January
Juventus vs. AC Milan
Italian Serie A; Match
Allianz Stadium
21 January
Atlético Madrid vs. Bayer Leverkusen
Match
Wanda Metropolitano
21 January
SL Benfica vs. FC Barcelona
Match
Estádio da Luz
22 January
Paris St. Germain vs. Manchester City
Match
Parc des Princes
23 January
Manchester United vs. Rangers
Match
Old Trafford
25 January
RB Leipzig vs. Bayer Leverkusen
German Bundesliga; Match
Red Bull Arena Leipzig
25 January
Manchester City vs. Chelsea
English Premier League; Match
Etihad Stadium
26 January
Napoli vs. Juventus
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Diego Armando Maradona
30 January
AS Roma vs. Eintracht Frankfurt
Match
Stadio Olimpico
30 January
Ajax vs. Galatasaray
Match
Johan Cruyff Arena
Biggest Football Matches in February 2025:
A Month of Fierce Rivalries!!
A.C Milan will face Inter Milan on 2nd February. Image | Sports Betting South Africa
Top Derbies that are included in February are Marseille vs. Lyon, AC Milan vs. Inter Milan, Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid, Paris St. Germain vs. Monaco and Juventus vs. Inter Milan. Atletico has the chance to surpass Real Madrid and could find themselves at the top of the La Liga table.
In Carabao Cup, Newcastle will face Arsenal at home and Tottenham will be going Anfield to face one of their toughest matches of the season against Liverpool.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in February 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
01 February
Arsenal vs. Manchester City
English Premier League; Match
Emirates Stadium
02 February
AS Roma vs. Napoli
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Olimpico
02 February
Marseille vs. Lyon
French Ligue 1; Choc des Olympiques
Stade Vélodrome
02 February
AC Milan vs. Inter Milan
Italian Serie A; Derby della Madonnina
San Siro
06 February
Newcastle United vs. Arsenal
Carabao Cup Semi-Final 2nd Leg; Match
St. James' Park Stadium
07 February
Liverpool vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Carabao Cup Semi-Final 2nd Leg; Match
Anfield Stadium
09 February
Real Madrid vs. Atlético Madrid
Spanish LaLiga; Madrid Derby
Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
09 February
Paris St. Germain vs. Monaco
French Ligue 1; Match
Parc des Princes
15 February
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich
German Bundesliga; Match
BayArena
16 February
Juventus vs. Inter Milan
Italian Serie A; Derby d’Italia
Allianz Stadium
16 February
Lazio vs. Napoli
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Olimpico
22 February
Manchester City vs. Liverpool
English Premier League; Match
Etihad Stadium
23 February
Bayern Munich vs. Eintracht Frankfurt
German Bundesliga; Match
Allianz Arena
23 February
Lyon vs. Paris St. Germain
French Ligue 1; Match
Groupama Stadium
25 February
Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal
English Premier League; Match
The City Ground
Biggest Football Matches in March 2025:
Teams can turn the League Table in their favour! Last UEFA Nations League for Ronaldo and Modric??
Possibly The Last Nations League for Modric and Ronaldo. Image | Novi List
Inter could overtake Napoli, Dortmund could surpass Leipzig and move into the Champions League spot; Barcelona could overtake Atletico Madrid and move into 2nd spot; Inter has the chance to surpass Atlanta and could find themselves at the top of Serie A. Chelsea will face Arsenal on 15th March at Emirates Stadium, popularly known as " The London Derby".
Some of the biggest international matches scheduled for March are the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals between European Football Super Giants. This could be possibly the last Nations League for Ronaldo and Modric.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in March 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
01 March
Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Bayer Leverkusen
German Bundesliga; Match
Deutsche Bank Park
02 March
Atlético Madrid vs. Athletic Club Bilbao
Spanish LaLiga; Match
Wanda Metropolitano
02 March
Napoli vs. Inter Milan
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Diego Armando Maradona
08 March
Manchester United vs. Arsenal
English Premier League; Match
Old Trafford
15 March
RB Leipzig vs. Borussia Dortmund
German Bundesliga; Match
Red Bull Arena Leipzig
15 March
Arsenal vs. Chelsea
English Premier League; London Derby
Emirates Stadium
16 March
Atlético Madrid vs. FC Barcelona
Spanish LaLiga; Match
Wanda Metropolitano
16 March
Paris St. Germain vs. Marseille
French Ligue 1; Le Classique
Parc des Princes
16 March
Atalanta vs. Inter Milan
Italian Serie A; Match
Gewiss Stadium
23 March
Spain vs. Netherlands
Quarter-Finals
TBD
23 March
France vs. Croatia
Quarter-Finals
TBD
23 March
Portugal vs. Denmark
Quarter-Finals
TBD
23 March
Germany vs. Italy
Quarter-Finals
TBD
30 March
Monaco vs. Nice
French Ligue 1; Derby de la Côte D’Azur
Stade Louis II
30 March
Lille vs. Lens
French Ligue 1; Derby du Nord
Decathlon Arena Pierre Mauroy Stadium
30 March
Real Betis vs. Sevilla
Spanish LaLiga; Seville Derby
Estadio Benito Villamarin
30 March
Napoli vs. AC Milan
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Diego Armando Maradona
Biggest Football Matches in April 2025:
A month of Fierce and Local Derbies!!!
Manchester will face Manchester United at Old Trafford. Image | Manchester Evening News
Manchester City has a chance to avenge home defeat at Old Trafford against their arch-rival in Manchester Derby. Other local derbies include Merseyside Derby, Bavarian Derby, LondonDerby, Der Klassiker, Derbydella Capitale, West London Derby, Derby Rhone-Alpine and Derby Breton.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in April 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
02 April
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur
English Premier League; Match
Stamford Bridge
02 April
Liverpool vs. Everton
English Premier League; Merseyside Derby
Anfield, Liverpool
05 April
FC Augsburg vs. Bayern Munich
German Bundesliga; Bavarian Derby
WWK Arena
05 April
Manchester United vs. Manchester City
English Premier League; Manchester Derby
Old Trafford
06 April
Atalanta vs. Lazio
Italian Serie A; Match
Gewiss Stadium
06 April
AS Roma vs. Juventus
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Olimpico
12 April
Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Dortmund
German Bundesliga; Der Klassiker
Allianz Arena
13 April
Lazio vs. AS Roma
Italian Serie A; Derby della Capitale
Stadio Olimpico
13 April
Monaco vs. Marseille
French Ligue 1; Match
Stade Louis II
19 April
Fulham vs. Chelsea
English Premier League; West London Derby
Craven Cottage
20 April
Real Madrid vs. Athletic Club Bilbao
Spanish LaLiga; Match
Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
20 April
Saint-Étienne vs. Lyon
French Ligue 1; Derby Rhone-Alpine
Stade Geoffroy-Guichard
20 April
Rennes vs. Nantes
French Ligue 1; Derby Breton
Roazhon Park
26 April
Eintracht Frankfurt vs. RB Leipzig
German Bundesliga; Match
Deutsche Bank Park
27 April
Inter Milan vs. AS Roma
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
Biggest Football Matches in May 2025:
Arsenal Vs. Liverpool- "League Decider"! EL Clasico!! Champions League Final!!!
Allianz Arena in Munich will host the Champions League Final on 31st May. Image | FC Bayern Munich
The match between Liverpool Vs. Arsenal on 10th May has already been considered a " League Decider" by several pundits. "El Clasico", is also scheduled on 11th May, which is going to be played at Bernabeu, as Real Madrid are aiming to avenge their home defeat against Barcelona. The month will be ending with the UEFA Champions League Final.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in May 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
03 May
Chelsea vs. Liverpool
English Premier League; Match
Stamford Bridge
03 May
RB Leipzig vs. Bayern Munich
German Bundesliga; Match
Red Bull Arena Leipzig
04 May
Real Sociedad vs. Athletic Club Bilbao
Spanish LaLiga; Basque Derby
Estadio Anoeta
10 May
Liverpool vs. Arsenal
English Premier League; Match
Anfield
10 May
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Borussia Dortmund
German Bundesliga; Match
BayArena
10 May
Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach
German Bundesliga; The Original Klassiker
Allianz Arena
11 May
FC Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
Spanish LaLiga; El Clásico
Estadio Olímpico Lluís Companys
11 May
Monaco vs. Lyon
French Ligue 1; Match
Stade Louis II
14 May
Espanyol vs. FC Barcelona
Spanish LaLiga; Catalan Derby
Stage Front Stadium
18 May
Chelsea vs. Manchester United
English Premier League; Match
Stamford Bridge
18 May
AS Roma vs. AC Milan
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Olimpico
18 May
Inter Milan vs. Lazio
Italian Serie A; Match
Stadio Giuseppe Meazza
21 May
Final
Match
San Mamés Stadium, Bilbao
25 May
Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea
English Premier League; Match
The City Ground
25 May
Athletic Club Bilbao vs. FC Barcelona
Spanish LaLiga; Match
San Mamés
31 May
Final
Match
Munich
Biggest Football Matches in June 2025:
A month dedicated to the FIFA Club World Cup!
The FIFA Club World Cup will be starting from 14th June. Image | Yahoo Sports
Top Clubs from all over the world will battle for the greatest glory of World Club Football. Legendary European Club Teams like Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Juventus, Porto, Benfica and Top South American Club Teams like Palmeiras, Flamengo, Fluminense and Major Asian Club Team like Al-Hilal and many more will battle for the ultimate glory.
Key Dates of the Biggest Football Matches in June 2025
Date
Match
Competition
Venue
16 June
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Atletico de Madrid
Match
Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles
25 June
SL Benfica vs. FC Bayern Munchen
Match
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
27 June
Juventus F.C vs. Manchester City
Match
Camping World Stadium, Orlando
14 July
Final
Match
Metlife Stadium, New York
So, that concludes the key dates of the Biggest Matches in 2025. Go ahead! Mark the dates on your calendar so that you don't miss any of the thrilling games from the list mentioned above. And let me know what your favourite club or International Team is in the comment box. For more updates and accurate pieces of information, kindly follow Sportz Point!
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Artem Dovbyk matches a unique of record of Kylian Mbappe
AS Roma forward Artem Dovbyk has reached a unique milestone by Kylian Mbappe, becoming the second player to score against 20 different opponents in last two seasons.
AS Roma forward Artem Dovbyk has etched his name beside French star Kylian Mbappe, by reaching a remarkable milestone set by the latter.
According to Opta, theUkrainian striker is only the second footballer to score against at least 20 opponents in the last two seasons in the top five European leagues while Kylian Mbappe stays atop, scoring against 22 opponents.
20 - Artem Dovbyk (20) is the second player to score against at least 20 opponents in the last two seasons in the Big-5 European leagues, after Kylian Mbappé (22). Variety.#RomaParma
The 27-year-old forward reached the milestone during AS Roma's 5-0 crushing over Parma in the Serie A yesterday. Dovbyk hammered the last nail in the coffin in the 83rd minute of the game.
Artem Dovbyk entered the premises of the top five European leagues in 2023, when LaLiga side Girona roped him in from Ukrainian side SC Dnipro-1. It became the most expensive transfer in Girona's history.
However, the transfer paid off in the best possible way, as Dovbyk became the top-scorer in the 2023-24 LaLiga, having bagged 24 goals in 36 games. Dovbyk played the most crucial part in Girona's third-place finish in the 2023-24 season and they also qualified for the UEFA Champions League for the first time.
However, Dovbyk moved to Italy in August 2024 after Roma acquired him for €35M on a 5-year deal. Since then, he has played 22 games for the Giallorossi, scoring 9 goals across all competitions.
Every opponent Artem Dovbyk has scored against
(In top-five European Leagues)
Playing for Girona, Dovbyk scored against 15 different opponents in the 2023-24 LaLiga.
Goals scored against
Number of goals scored
Granada
3
Real Betis
3
Sevilla
3
FC Barcelona
2
Almeria
2
Alaves
2
Rayo Vallecano
1
Las Palmas
1
Valencia
1
Villareal
1
Osasuna
1
Cadiz
1
Mallorca
1
Atletico Madrid
1
Real Sociedad
1
Since moving to Roma in July 2024, Dovbyk has scored against five opponents in the 2024-25 Serie A as of now.
Goals scored against
Number of goals scored
Parma
1
Genoa
1
Hellas Verona
1
Udinese
1
Monza
1
*(stats are collected from Transfermarkt and are accurate as of 23 December 2024)
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