City issues warning and Tottenham continues in free fall

City crushes Chelsea and puts pressure on Arsenal, while Tottenham sinks deeper into the relegation zone.

Publicado 12 abril, 2026 el 12 de abril a las 19:33 | 3 mins reading |2,373 vistas | por Miguel Torres

City hits the table

The race for the Premier League has a new protagonist. Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City left Stamford Bridge with a resounding victory (3-0) over Chelsea. Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guehi and Jeremy Doku scored the goals in a devastating second half.

This victory is not just three points. It is a clear message to the leader, Arsenal. City is only six points away, with one game less and with a direct meeting between the two just around the corner. The pressure now changes sides.

“We know we still have everything in our hands,” Doku said after the match.

And boy do they have it. The team’s streak is terrifying: three consecutive victories with authority, added to the victories against Arsenal (League Cup) and Liverpool (FA Cup). It seems that the champion has woken up just in time, as he did in the last two campaigns.

Guardiola, however, asks for calm and respect for the rival.

“They have been the best team… Come join us from minute one because the players will do their best,” said the Catalan coach.

The key to victory had a French name: Rayan Cherki. The midfielder was a nightmare for the blue defense, assisting on two of the three goals. A masterful performance that left Chelsea out of the fight for top positions.

Meanwhile, in London…

If there is hope in Manchester, despair reigns in Tottenham. The 1-0 defeat against Sunderland is another brutal blow in their fight not to be relegated. With Roberto De Zerbi making his debut on the bench, the Spurs offered a gray image without ideas.

The numbers are chilling:

16 league defeats this season.
14 games in a row without winning.
Only 1 point out of the last 24 possible.

A deflected shot by Nordi Mukiele condemned them. The bad luck was there, but the team did not know how to react even with 11 minutes of stoppage time. To make matters worse, Cristian Romero was injured. The crisis is total.

With six rounds left, they are two points away from getting out of the hole. But with each passing week, the task seems more impossible. Their next rival is Brighton, a team that De Zerbi knows very well. They need a miracle.

In other news:

Crystal Palace came back against Newcastle (2-1) with a late double from Jean-Philippe Mateta, who is resurgent after staying in January.
Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 with Aston Villa and remains three points above Tottenham.

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Shanahan returns to field as he recovers from accident

Shanahan appears in practice despite injuries. Foerster takes temporary command.

Publicado 6 minutes ago el 27 de julio a las 13:13 | 2 mins reading

Coach Kyle Shanahan took to the 49ers’ practice field Sunday, just two weeks after a car accident that left him with a concussion and other injuries. He remained with general manager John Lynch for about 30 minutes, observing his players.

“I know he can’t stay away,” linebacker Fred Warner said. “That guy is obsessed with football.”

Shanahan, wearing a cast on his left hand and sunglasses to cover his black eye, interacted with Warner, Kyle Juszczyk, Christian McCaffrey and Dre Greenlaw before leaving. His new mustache led Warner to joke about his “disguise.”

Temporary command for Foerster

Assistant coach Chris Foerster took over the reins of the team while Shanahan recovers. Foerster, with more than three decades in the NFL, runs the camp with support from coordinators Klay Kubiak, Raheem Morris and Brant Boyer.

“It’s like a perfect fit,” tackle Trent Williams said. “Seeing him in that position fills me with pride.”

Foerster worked with the Shanahans in Washington and joined the 49ers in 2019. His record includes a resignation in Miami in 2017 after a controversial video, but he received a new opportunity.

Bosa advances in his return

Defensive end Nick Bosa participated in individual drills following a torn ACL suffered in Week 3 of last season. He worked separately during team practices.

“Bosa looks better than he did before he got injured,” Williams said, highlighting the player’s apparent full recovery.

With a veteran roster and several experienced coaches, the team operates on “autopilot” despite Shanahan’s absence. The first practice of camp went without a hitch.

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América Femenil defeats Tigres on penalties and wins the Champion of Champions

América Femenil wins its first Champion of Champions in a dramatic penalty shootout.

Publicado 37 minutes ago el 27 de julio a las 12:42 | 1 min reading

The road to the title

América Femenil beat Tigres in the penalty shootout to win the Champion of Champions of the Liga MX Femenil. The match, played at Toyota Field in San Antonio, ended 1-1 in regulation time. Goalkeeper Itzel Velasco was decisive by stopping two shots in the definition, which ended 4-3 in favor of the Águilas.

Ángel Villacampa’s team dominated from the beginning. Irene Guerrero opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Geyse da Silva. América maintained control and had opportunities to extend the lead, although Tigres’ lack of precision and defense prevented this.

When the title seemed assured, Diana Ordóñez equalized in the 89th minute, sending the match to penalties. In the shootout, Velasco stopped two of the Amazonas’ charges, while the América players converted their shots, securing the championship.

This is the first Champion of Champions that América Femenil obtains, marking the beginning of the new season of Mexican women’s soccer.

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The VAR defines Necaxa’s victory against Monterrey

The VAR was the protagonist in Necaxa's 2-1 victory over Monterrey.

Publicado 1 hour ago el 27 de julio a las 12:04 | 1 min reading

The video arbitration system was once again the center of the debate. In the match between Necaxa and Monterrey, the VAR had a determining role in the final score: 2-1 in favor of the locals.

Decisions that marked the meeting

Referee Iván Antonio López faced a complex afternoon. During the first and second half, the VAR assistants intervened in several plays. Each review changed the course of the game.

Fans question whether the system improves sporting justice or further complicates refereeing decisions. On this occasion, the VAR was the main protagonist.

Impact on Mexican soccer

The use of VAR generates divided opinions in Liga MX. This duel between Necaxa and Rayados is a clear example of how video arbitration can tilt the final result. The controversy will continue as long as there is no consensus on its application.