Mbappe, Madrid eye Copa del Rey redemption

Real Madrid’s European failure this season stung, in particular for striker Kylian Mbappe and coach Carlo Ancelotti, but a Copa del Rey final victory would rapidly ease the pain.

Europe’s most valuable star: Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal’s value is soaring — the 17-year-old is no longer a prospect, he’s already among football’s elite, writes Dylan Johnson. 

Mendes set to silence Saka in semi

Europe’s best left-back Nuno Mendes is ready to shut down Bukayo Saka and fire PSG into the final, writes Dylan Johnson. 

Watch: Leeds United are back in the Premier League

Leeds United hit Stroke City 6-0 on Monday to secure a return to the Premier League and further become the first team in Championship history to be 4-0 up in the first an hour of a match since Norwich City four years ago.

Havertz could return for Champions League final

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he would bet on Kai Havertz returning before the end of the season as his recovery from a hamstring injury is ahead of schedule.

Madrid exposed as they struggle to accommodate Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid was envisioned to expand their Champions League domination, but he was muzzled by Arsenal as Los Blancos crashed out in the quarter-finals.

Arteta’s Arsenal come of age with Madrid masterclass

Arsenal dethroned the kings of the Champions League with ease as a 5-1 aggregate rout of Real Madrid sent the Gunners into the semi-finals for the first time since 2009.

Flick: Barca deserve to be in semi-final

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said his side deserved to reach the Champions League semi-finals despite a 3-1 loss in the second leg at Borussia Dortmund.

Guirassy hat-trick proves he’s the real deal

Despite Serhou Guirassy’s Champions League dream ending in heartbreak his status as a world-class striker is now undeniable, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.

Arsenal need Champions League to save season

Arsenal face Real Madrid with one foot already in the Champions League semi-finals but with the added pressure of knowing their entire season hinges on the result.