Cavani eyes long-term PSG stay as he talks up Neymar relationship

Edinson Cavani has no plans to leave Paris Saint-Germain and wants to win the Champions League as the star forward insisted there is no problem with team-mate Neymar.

Cavani, 30, has flourished since arriving from Napoli in 2013, scoring 155 goals for PSG to be within one of equalling Zlatan Ibrahimovic s record.

The 30-year-old has also boosted his medal collection with 13, including three Ligue 1 titles but the Champions League – which PSG s hierarchy so desperately crave – has proved elusive, despite the club s lavish spending.

Neymar falls into that category – the Brazil superstar prised to the French capital in a world-record €222million deal from Barcelona in PSG s pursuit of European glory.

Cavani s relationship with Neymar has dominated he…

Bitesize Prediction: Watford vs Brentford – 16/04/22

Market: Brentford win

Odds: 3/2 @

Looking to extend on what has been a hugely impressive run of form, a high-flying Brentford will make the trip to Watford on Saturday afternoon.

Starting with the hosts, last seen putting in another woeful display on home soil, it is fair to say that Watford find themselves at the heart of a Premier League nightmare once again. Eventually getting hit with a dreadful 3-0 drumming at the hands of Leeds, Roy Hodgson has failed to offer the Hornets any kind of boost since arriving at the club. Sat in the bottom-three and with many tipping them as the standout pick to be hit with an immediate Championship return, the one-time England boss really finds growing pressure on his shoulders. Now picking up just a single top-flight win sinc…

Prediction: Wales vs Finland

Prediction: Draw

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Now that we have the full line-up of 24 countries that will take part in next year s UEFA Euro 2021 tournament, it s time to turn our attention back to the UEFA Nations League. This competition, which is still in its infancy, proved last night why it can serve as such a valuable tool for teams that are looking for an alternate route into a major international tournament. Today, we re going to take a look at what should be an exciting UNL clash between two nations that are hoping to cause a stir next summer Wales and Finland.

Wales

The tale of Wales UEFA Euro 2016 journey will forever be remembered in the country, but there s a growing fear that they won t be able to live up to those heights at Euro 2021. From …

Prediction: Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace

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Two sides who have their sights set on clinching a top-half finish this season, Steven Gerrard s side will welcome Crystal Palace to Villa Park on Sunday afternoon.

Aston Villa

Starting with the hosts, while Aston Villa might have put in a rugged display against title-chasers Liverpool earlier in the week, Steven Gerrard failed to get one over on his former club. Eventually getting hit with a 2-1 defeat at Villa Park, the former Rangers boss also saw his side s three-match unbeaten run come to an abrupt end. Still sat outside the top-half of the Premier League table, it is fair to say that Gerrard has failed to find much stability since arriving in the midlands. Despite picking up much-needed back-to-back victories wins against the rel…

Troyes 1-2 Paris Saint-Germain: Hakimi on target as rapid double secures opening win

Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their Ligue 1 campaign with a 2-1 victory despite suffering an early scare against Troyes.

Oualid El Hajjam s ninth-minute header had the newly promoted hosts on top but their delight was cut short 10 minutes later when Achraf Hakimi smashed in a first goal for his new club.

Mauro Icardi doubled the blow two minutes later with what proved to be the winner, poking past goalkeeper Gauthier Gallon after good work by Kylian Mbappe.

Amid speculation over the possible arrival of Lionel Messi in Paris, Mauricio Pochettino s side started positively on the field as they look to recapture a Ligue 1 crown which they have claimed in seven of the past nine seasons.

Thilo Kehrer s last-ditch intervention made amends for centre-back part…

Yoel makes Valencia switch

Valencia have confirmed the initial loan signing of Celta Vigo goalkeeper Yoel pending the completion of a medical.

The former Spain under-19 international has been part of the first team set-up at Celta since 2009 after coming through the club s youth system.

He will move to the Mestalla on loan for the coming season with an agreement in place for Valencia to buy the player outright until the 2017-18 season.

Aside from a loan spell with Lugo in the Segunda Division, Yoel has been a regular for Celta in recent campaigns.

The Estadio de Balaidos outfit paid tribute to the goalkeeper on their website, stating: Celta wants to express its sincere gratitude to Yoel for the professionalism, dedication and performances during his long spell at the club.

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Janko eyes history with Austria

Captain Marc Janko wants to create history with Austria as the nation bids to reach the UEFA European Championship via qualification for the first time.

Austria featured at Euro 2008 as they cost-hosted the showpiece tournament alongside Switzerland but they have never qualified for the event in 13 attempts.

However, Marcel Koller s men are on track to end that drought.

Austria sit top of Euro 2016 Group G qualifying four points clear of Sweden after posting three wins and a draw heading into Friday s trip to Liechtenstein.

If we qualify it would be a huge thing for Austria, Janko, who is based in Australia with Sydney FC, told FIFA.com. At the moment things look very good, but we have to be realistic with six games to go.

We still have to play…

Johnson keen to win back Liverpool spot

that Glen Johnson is keen to win back his place in Liverpool’s first team, as speculation regarding his future grows.

The 30 year old has started just three games in all competitions for the Reds this season, with on-loan right-back Javier Manquillo currently above him in the pecking order while Jon Flanagan will also compete with him once he returns from injury.

The former West Ham United, Chelsea and Portsmouth man’s contract expires in the summer, and talks over a new deal have stalled.

Johnson, who moved to Anfield in the summer of 2009, has also lost his place in the England squad with his last international appearance coming in the 2-1 defeat to Uruguay in the group stages of this summer’s World Cup finals.

A number of European clubs inc…

Bitesize Prediction: Albania vs Bulgaria – 17/10/23

Market: Albania win

Odds: 7/11 @

Looking to extend on their recent purple patch in midweek, Albania will welcome Bulgaria to Tirana for a friendly showdown.

Starting with the hosts, marking their return to EURO 24 qualifying duties with a stunning performance last week, Albania are in the midst of what has been a stellar run of form. Eventually breezing their way to a 3-0 romp against the Czech Republic, the Eagles find the mood in their camp at a red-hot high. Continuing to gain a string of plaudits and sat firmly in pole position to book their ticket to the major tournament stage, Sylvinho’s high-flying squad will be looking to make another statement here. Currently sat at the top of the Group E standings and riding a famous wave of momentum, Albania will al…

Sporting Kansas City v Austin FC: Inward focus for Vermes as hosts bid to end dismal run

Peter Vermes says Sporting Kansas City must focus on their own attributes, rather than those of upcoming opponents Austin FC, if they are to end their miserable run of form.

Sporting KC sit 13th in the Western Conference standings after losing 10 of their last 11 games including each of their last three, conceding four goals in each.

Following a 4-2 defeat to the LA Galaxy, a 4-3 reverse against Real Salt Lake and a 4-0 demolition at the hands of the Columbus Crew, Vermes says his team have had a good week in training and are raring to set the record straight.

We re going to find out on Saturday. I think we ve had a pretty decent week of training, Vermes said when asked how his team would measure up.

It s been good for us to train in this kind of heat …