The Bernabéu prepares a bronca against Mbappé and Vinicius
Real Madrid host Villarreal tomorrow in a meeting that promises to be heated. Spanish media Sport reports that a campaign is circulating on social media to call on Madrid fans to express their discontent at the Bernabéu against Villarreal. Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior are the two main targets of this protest. Concerning Mbappé, the criticism focuses on the gap between the immense expectations placed on him and his performance, but also on several recent episodes which have annoyed some of the supporters. For Vinicius Jr, it is above all his current level of play which poses a problem, especially after the high financial demands which had surrounded his extension.
Liverpool-City under very high tension
Shock in sight in England between Liverpool and Manchester City on Sunday, with Liverpool hosting Manchester City in a particularly tense context. After the independent commission’s decision regarding City’s alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules, which the Sky Blues appealed while continuing to defend its innocence, the trip to Liverpool looks set to be extremely hostile. The Daily Express even goes so far as to speak of a real trip to hell for Enzo Maresca’s men. The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City was already very strong, but the newspaper believes that the current context could further increase the tension a notch.
Discussions have already taken place between the two clubs, the local police forces and the security authorities in order to avoid any excess around the meeting. Faced with this pressure, Erling Haaland calls on everyone to come together. The Norwegian asks supporters and his teammates to stay united, positive and above all to keep smiling. Same story with Enzo Maresca, who claims to be very calm and explains that his group wants to concentrate on the essentials: football and the possibility of beating Liverpool.
Frenkie De Jong enters decisive period at Barça
Barça is preparing to experience a first series of important matches of the season, including a trip to Paris and the Clasico in their sights. This sequence could also prove decisive for the future of Frenkie de Jong. The Dutchman has returned to team training after his knee injury and the first sensations are positive. But Hansi Flick has already given him a very clear message: he will not play again until he is back to 100%.
The problem for Frenkie is that in his absence, the Barcelona environment worked very well. Rodri, Pedri, Bernal and Fermín scored points, while Gavi and Olmo still remain in contention. Competition has therefore intensified. According to SportBarça will carefully monitor his playing time until the winter transfer window and the club would not rule out any scenario if its situation were to become complicated. Manchester City had already inquired this summer while Chelsea would also monitor his progress. For De Jong, the next few weeks will be crucial.
