Anwar El Ghazi, a Netherlands international winger formerly of Aston Villa and PSV, had often posted about Palestine throughout his career, but one particular message, written on his Instagram story in October 2023, saw his contract terminated by his football club and led to a lengthy legal battle.

UEFA have held the draw for the playoff stage of their revamped Champions League this morning, as the teams who finished between 8th and 24th find out who they will face for a place in the last

Real Madrid will play Manchester City in the Champions League knockout playoffs round in a standout clash of the past two title winners after the draw was made Friday. Man City, the 2023 champion, will host the first leg on Feb.