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Barcelona travel to Lisbon for the second time in the space of six weeks as they face Benfica in the Champions League round of 16. Barcelona’s barnstorming 5-4 victory across the Iberian Peninsula in January helped them secure a second place finish in the league phase which meant they avoided the play-off round. Benfica, on…

Fellow Red Reece Cosgrove, who travelled from Warrington, agreed. He said: “Oh, it’s ace. It’s absolutely unreal, I must say. “This pub being right on your doorstop, it’s ideal for fans coming from up and down the country. It’s great.” Thankfully, for fans like Gary and Reece, they’ll get another chance to visit the Pop-Up…

The recently released black kit, complete with yellow-and-blue accents and the iconic adidas trefoil logo, is inspired by the legendary away kit worn between 1993 and 1995, in which the Reds lifted the Double in 1993/94. The new strip – now available to by in the United Store – was released with a video featuring…

Newcastle United are expected to demand more than €100m (£83m) for their star striker Alexander Isak, who is pushing for a move away this summer according to a report in Spain. Isak has been in staggering form this season. In a rare campaign devoid of any serious injuries, the rubbery Swede has rattled in 17…

There was another special moment for the Spaniard late in the contest, when he was replaced by Tomasso Martinelli three minutes from full-time, and given a standing ovation by supporters in all corners of the stadium. “A magical moment for me and my family to come back to Old Trafford – my home,” De Gea…

Liverpool are searching for a statement victory in the Premier League title race on Sunday afternoon when they visit reigning champions Manchester City. The Reds have stumbled in their pursuit of the title in recent weeks, with dramatic 2-2 draws with Everton and Aston Villa having opened the door for chasers Arsenal. Arne Slot’s side…