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Young Danish midfielder from Allsvenskan to team up with Hjulmand at Sporting

Silas Andersen, a 21-year-old Danish midfielder, was officially unveiled on Tuesday as Sporting CP's latest signing. The former BK Hacken player has signed a contract until June 2031, with a release clause set at 80 million euros. At Sporting, Andersen will become teammate with Morten Hjulmand.

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EXCLUSIVE: Maniche on his 'peak' at Porto, Jose's Real return & Ronaldo's role for Portugal

Maniche is a rare case. He played for Benfica, FC Porto, and Sporting, but does not hide that it was with the Dragons that he reached the peak of his career.

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From 7-1 to Zidane's headbutt: The most iconic FIFA World Cup moments of all time

The FIFA World Cup delivers. One way or another, it always does. That's why it is the biggest sporting event on Earth. But in which moments did it deliver most? Flashscore finds out.

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EXCLUSIVE: Former sporting director of Spanish team on De la Fuente, World Cup and more

Albert Luque experienced the last World Cup in Qatar as the sporting director of the Spanish national team. After that, and before his abrupt departure from the RFEF, he felt that Luis Enrique's cycle had come to an end and placed his trust in Luis de la Fuente as head coach. Now, as a devoted supporter of La Roja, he hopes that decision will bring Spain its second star.

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New Zealand's Tim Payne meets the man who made him famous

New Zealand footballer Tim Payne became his country's second most popular sporting account on Instagram on Thursday as he gifted the influencer who boosted his popularity with a playing shirt.

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Becoming the Football State: Hungary's reinvention ahead of the Champions League Final

When the Champions League final arrives in Budapest, European football will see the polished version of modern Hungarian football. A gleaming national stadium, packed streets, a festival on the historical main square and a capital eager to present itself as one of the continent’s sporting hubs. What visitors may not immediately see is how much Hungarian football has changed over the past 15 years.

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EXCLUSIVE: Thierry Correia says he's leaving 'toxic' Valencia, opens up on struggles

At the age of 27, Thierry Rendall Correia is preparing to end his association with Valencia, a club where he experienced everything: the Champions League, the pressure of the Mestalla, the criticism, the labels and a long ordeal of injuries that forced him to relearn how to enjoy football. In this interview with Flashscore, the former Sporting player opens up about his desire to return to Alvalade to fulfil goals that were left hanging when an offer to move to Spain in 2019 caught him off guard.

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Sporting captain Hjulmand 'shocked' after 2nd division side Torreense win Portuguese cup

Sporting CP's Danish captain Morten Hjulmand says he is lost for words after second division side Torreense on Sunday converted a penalty in extra time to shock holders Sporting and win the Portuguese Cup.

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Organisers prioritise security ahead of AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania

Kenyan organisers have prioritised security for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as plans to host the continental sporting event alongside Uganda and Tanzania continue to motor on.

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Danish international from Aalborg forced to undergo surgery after CL-clash vs. Sporting

Marinus Munk from Aalborg Handball was forced to undergo surgery after the Champions League clash against Sporting CP and will be out of action for the next couple of weeks.

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Lionel Messi says he had 'beautiful sporting rivalry' with fellow great Cristiano Ronaldo

Lionel Messi has described his long-running rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo as a ‘beautiful sporting rivalry’ while insisting there was never any personal animosity between the two football icons.

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Aalborg Handball ready for Champions League's Final Four after slim win against Sporting

Aalborg Handball on Wednesday secured their access to the Champions League Final Four weekend in Cologne by defeating Portuguese champions Sporting CP 37-36 in front of a packed Gigantium Arena in Aalborg. The two teams drew 31-31 in the first match a fortnight ago.

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First start for Dithejane, but Mbokazi does not feature in big Chicago Fire win

Puso Dithejane made his first start for Chicago Fire as they secured a 5-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City, but there were no minutes for Mbekezeli Mbokazi this weekend.

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EXCLUSIVE: Darijo Srna on Shakhtar, Arda Turan and being 'with Ukraine until the end'

From lifting the UEFA Cup as captain to navigating transfers in the middle of a war as sporting director, Darijo Srna has never stopped giving everything for Shakhtar Donetsk. In this exclusive interview with Flashscore, the Croatian legend opens up about his transition from the pitch to the office, the challenge of keeping a football club alive and competitive during wartime, and the philosophy behind Shakhtar's legendary production line of Brazilian talent.

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Arsenal chasing Women's Champions League glory again as men's side look to replicate success

In the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, Bayern edged past Real Madrid in a dramatic clash, while Arsenal advanced past Sporting thanks to a home draw. The two clubs have now matched the achievements of their women’s sides, with both Arsenal and Bayern Munich also reaching the semi-finals of the Women’s Champions League. A scenario where both finals feature the same teams is now, at least in theory, possible.

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Victor Froholdt in blistering form as Porto extend lead at the top of Portuguese table

Porto took full advantage of Sporting's slip-up in the derby against Benfica to consolidate their lead at the top of the Portuguese league, beating Tondela among other things thanks to an inspiring performance from Danish international midfielder Victor Froholdt.

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Arsenal boss Arteta rules out Saka for Man City clash, Madueke could feature

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said winger Noni Madueke has responded well after being forced off ⁠in Wednesday’s Champions League tie against Sporting and could be available for Sunday’s crucial Premier League clash at Manchester City.

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'Now we want it all': Freiburg dreaming of first title in club's history

Freiburg continue to write their own fairytale. After a successful quarter-final second leg against Celta Vigo, the team from Germany have reached the last four of the Europa League. For sporting director Jochen Saier, this success is no coincidence, but still a moment to pause and reflect.

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Declan Rice hits back at critics as Arsenal reach semi-finals in 'amazing achievement'

Declan Rice said reaching another Champions League semi-final was "an amazing achievement" for Arsenal despite failing to silence their critics in a 0-0 draw at home to Sporting Lisbon on Wednesday.

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How Arsenal edged past a stubborn Sporting side to set up a UCL semi-final with Atletico

The red and white half of North London was expectant as Arsenal took on Sporting in their Champions League quarter-final second leg.

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Arsenal grind out 0-0 draw against Sporting to reach Champions League semi-finals

Arsenal limped into the UEFA Champions League (UCL) semi-finals with an unconvincing 0-0 draw with Sporting CP at the Emirates Stadium (1-0 on aggregate), as the Gunners reached the last four for the second successive season.

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Asian Cup draw rescheduled for ‌May after Middle East conflict delay

The draw for the ⁠2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been rescheduled for ‌May 9 in Riyadh after the conflict ‌in the Middle East disrupted ‌regional sporting events, the Asian Football ‌Confederation said on Wednesday.

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'Pure fire': Arteta motivated ahead of big week for Arsenal but Rice uncertainty lingers

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his players are driven by “pure fire” as they ⁠head into Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting, urging fearlessness as his side chase two major trophies ‌despite injury concerns and recent setbacks.

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Mikel Arteta wants Arsenal to 'enjoy opportunity' of reaching Champions League semi-final

Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal that fatigue is no excuse for their damaging stumble as he urged his side to hit back by finishing off Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter-final second leg.