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Arsenal cruised to a 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday evening, leading Paul Merson to fire a warning to the rest of the teams in the competition.

In what was billed as a battle of defensive, tactical football between two managers who pride themselves on being tough to beat, Mikel Arteta made a mockery of the pre-match predictions as his side demolished Diego Simeone’s men in an enthralling second-half at the Emirates.

Viktor Gyokeres ended a seven-match goal drought with a quickfire brace to round off the scoring, taking Gyokeres’ tally for his new club to five following his £58million transfer from Sporting Lisbon, where he scored 97 times in 102 appearances.

Speaking after the thumping win, Arteta challenged Gyokeres to keep the goals coming, with the north Londoners back in domestic action against Crystal Palace at the Emirates on Sunday.

And Gyokeres, 27, said: “I’m more hungry now. You always want to contribute with work rate and other stuff, but when you score goals as well, it’s a bit special. So that’s something I always want to do.

“The group we have and the spirit is something different and something very special.

“When you win games and you do these performances, it builds confidence in the team. The belief has to always be there, but of course this helps to boost it. We just want to keep going like this.”

Arsenal's message to the rest of Europe

Gyokeres was not the only man receiving plaudits, as Merson was full of praise for Bukayo Saka during his commentary on Sky Sports, claiming he had Atletico stars like Koke “on toast”.

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And the former Gunners star believes his old team sent out a warning to the rest of Europe after accomplishing something that “no one” does.

Arsenal have won their three games in Europe so far with as many clean sheets. Remarkably, Arteta’s men have conceded just three times – away at Liverpool and Newcastle and at home to Manchester City, with just one of those coming from open play – in their first 12 fixtures.

Goalkeeper David Raya, who has recorded five consecutive shutouts, said: “I give clean sheets the same credit as goals.

“If we’re keeping clean sheets, it’s going to make games easier to win. It’s really, really important for the whole team, not giving away that many chances and being very, very solid.

“The depth of the squad is incredible. We have a lot of players who can play in two, three or four positions.

“(Mikel) Merino came on as a striker (against Atletico), but he can play as a number six, eight, or as a number 10, and that is the variety that the boss has and he is using it to our advantage.

“It gives us an extra level in training and in games, because if you are not at it you can lose your spot and everybody is on board with that.”

Arsenal will head into this weekend’s round of league fixtures with a three-point cushion over second-placed Manchester City. Defending champions Liverpool are a further point off the pace.

Wolves have endured a tough start to the campaign, losing five of their opening six Premier League games.

A 1-1 draw with Spurs on Saturday offered some encouragement, though it was bittersweet given they led until a 94th-minute equaliser from Joao Palhinha.

The result still leaves them bottom of the table with a goal difference of -9. Cup competitions have provided some relief.

They beat Everton in the Carabao Cup third round and now face Chelsea at home for a chance to reach the quarter-finals.

But the domestic reality is clear: Wolves desperately need to rediscover consistency and firepower. Their attack has been blunt, generating the fourth-worst xG in the division – ahead of only Newcastle, Aston Villa and Burnley.

This summer also brought significant upheaval. Wolves sold Matheus Cunha to Arsenal for £62.5m and their dynamic left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri to Manchester City for £36m.

While those exits weakened the squad, they managed to keep Jørgen Strand Larsen, responsible for 22% of Wolves’ goals last season.

Newcastle had multiple bids rejected, including one worth £55m, before the Norwegian signed a new deal until 2030.

Alongside Larsen, Wolves added Tolu Arokodare, Ladislav Krejci, and John Arias.

Yet one of their most important figures this season could be found at left-back – a position vacated by Ait-Nouri.

The blow of losing Rayan Ait-Nouri

Ait-Nouri had become a fan favourite at Molineux since his arrival from Angers in 2021.

Over three seasons, he made 157 appearances, contributing 12 goals and 19 assists.

Renowned for his energy and ability to carry the ball upfield, he was as dangerous in attack as he was valuable in defence.

At just 24 years old, Ait-Nouri had already developed into one of the most exciting left-backs in the Premier League.

His progress earned him a £36m move to Manchester City in the summer, though an ankle injury has sidelined him until mid-October.

Internationally, he represented France at youth level before committing to Algeria, making 18 senior appearances since 2023.

Statistically, Ait-Nouri offered a strong all-round package.

Last season, he averaged 2.58 tackles per 90, 1.22 blocks per 90, and 2.63 shot-creating actions per 90.

Those numbers highlighted his mix of defensive solidity and attacking thrust.

Wolves’ challenge was always going to be finding someone capable of stepping into his shoes – a daunting task given his influence at both ends of the pitch.

How Wolves have found the new Ait-Nouri

Enter Hugo Bueno.

Signed from a Spanish youth side for just £3k, he now finds himself valued at £7m, as per Transfermarkt —a staggering rise of around 233,000%.

At 23 years old, Bueno has been gradually integrated into the Wolves first team, making 57 appearances to date, including six Premier League starts this season and two Carabao Cup outings.

A Spanish youth international, Bueno made his U21 debut in September 2023.

He also gained valuable experience on loan at Feyenoord, where he featured in the Champions League.

His rapid development has been crucial for Wolves this season, especially after Ait-Nouri’s departure.

On the pitch, this “exciting” talent, as described by Matt Hobbs, has shown he is more than capable of filling the void, with the pair noted as statistically similar players among those in their position in Europe, as per FBref.

The stats underline his progress.

Matches Played

20

Minutes

1,197

Tackles

9

Blocks

11

Interceptions

11

Last campaign, Bueno registered three goal involvements compared to Ait-Nouri’s 11.

Where he really stands out is in ball progression: he averages 4.59 progressive carries per 90 (to Ait-Nouri’s 2.58) and 3.61 progressive passes per 90 (versus 3.13).

His 85.7% pass completion rate also edges Ait-Nouri’s 84.2%. Defensively, Bueno is still finding his feet.

He averages 1.35 tackles per 90 compared to Ait-Nouri’s 2.58, and his 0.83 blocks per 90 are also slightly lower. But his attacking profile makes him a dynamic presence.

He creates 2.56 shot-creating actions per 90, almost on par with Ait-Nouri’s 2.63, showing his ability to contribute in the final third.

Wolves’ season will depend on more than just their left-back, but the emergence of Bueno has softened the blow of losing Ait-Nouri.

For a player signed for a nominal fee, he represents one of the best bargains in the Premier League – a reminder that sometimes the best solutions can come from within.

If Wolves are to climb off the bottom and restore their competitive edge, Hugo Bueno may just be the man to help lead them forward.

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يحل فريق ريال مدريد الإسباني ضيفًا على ليفربول الإنجليزي، مساء اليوم الثلاثاء ضم مباريات بطولة دوري أبطال أوروبا موسم 2025-2026.

ويستقبل ملعب “آنفيلد” مباراة الفريقين اليوم، والتي تأتي في إطار مواجهات الجولة الرابعة لمرحلة الدوري بدوري أبطال أوروبا.

ستكون تلك المرة الأولى التي يواجه فيها ترينت ألكسندر أرنولد لاعب ريال مدريد الحالي، فريقه السابق ليفربول، كخصم.

ليفربول هو نادي طفولة أرنولد وقد لعب في أكاديمية النادي وتدرج في الفئات العمرية إلى أن تم تصعيده للفريق الأول للريدز، وغادر في يونيو الماضي لينتقل إلى ريال مدريد.

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وبحسب ما أفادت شبكة “ESPN” قامت جماهير ليفربول بتشويه جدارية أرنولد في المدينة، والتي تُظهر المدافع إلى جانب عبارة “أنا مجرد شاب عادي من ليفربول تحقق حلمه”، وقد تم تشويهها بطلاء أبيض.

كما تم كتابة كلمة “فأر” على الجدارية عدة مرات، إلى جانب عبارة “adios el rata” والتي تعني (وداعًا أيها الفأر) بالإسبانية.

وفي حديثه قبل مباراة الثلاثاء، قال ألكسندر أرنولد: “عندما أُعلنت القرعة، أعتقد أن الجميع كان يعلم أنها ستُجرى، فقد كان من المُقدّر أن تُقام تلك المباراة”.

وأضاف: “ليفربول فريق كبير، لذلك كنتُ أعلم أنني سأعود إلى هناك في وقتٍ ما أو سألعب ضد ليفربول، مشاعري مُتضاربة، أعتقد أنها ستكون مباراة صعبة للغاية، لكنني مُتحمس لها”.

The financial benefits of Manchester United moving to a new multi-purpose stadium are becoming clear with a new forecast predicting a £100 million ($133.4m) windfall if they sign a lucrative deal with the NFL. United have recently announced plan for a state-of-the-art 100,000-seater ‘New Trafford’ which would be located next to the famous current ground, but plans are still in the very early stages.

Time for overdue move to new stadium

Sport finance expert Professor Rob Wilson has claimed a UK-based NFL franchise could happen, which comes hot on the heels of United unveiling their ambitious stadium plans. The plans are part of a larger regeneration scheme for the surrounding Trafford district, aiming to create a vibrant waterside area with homes, businesses, and public spaces along the Bridgewater Canal. The new stadium's design, initially featuring a trident-shaped canopy and three towering masts, has been revised due to land acquisition challenges and cost concerns. The estimated cost for the stadium is £2 billion ($2.6bn), with the entire regeneration project potentially exceeding £3 billion ($4bn). Construction is anticipated to take around five years, with a target completion date of the 2030-31 season. Fans have been consulted, with a majority favoring a new stadium over redevelopment of the existing one. Concerns exist about financing, with reports suggesting the club might seek public funding for infrastructure. 

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Speaking to Compare.bet, who offer NFL betting, Professor Wilson said: “A Super Bowl or NFL regular season game could generate around £10million at a stadium like Old Trafford, potentially increasing to £15 million with optimal pricing and ancillary services. It represents a significant opportunity. Taking NFL games outside of London to other parts of the UK, such as Old Trafford, would be interesting as it would engage a different demographic. Strategic partnerships, like a long-term deal between Manchester United and the NFL, could be worth over £100 million over a decade. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is currently the most aligned with US stadiums, which is why Spurs has been cultivating that experience. The new Old Trafford build is also being designed to be a multi-event stadium, similar to SoFi Stadium in California.”

NFL explosion in the UK

The NFL's presence in England dates back to exhibition games like the American Bowl series, which saw its first fixture at Wembley in 1986. However, the crucial shift came in 2007 with the launch of the NFL International Series, featuring regular-season games played outside the United States. The first of these landmark games saw the New York Giants defeat the Miami Dolphins 13-10 at Wembley Stadium. The success of these initial games led the NFL to schedule regular-season games in London annually, solidifying a strong following in the UK. The series has expanded to include multiple games each season at iconic venues such as Wembley and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Jacksonville Jaguars have become a staple of the London Games, playing a home game in the UK annually since 2013. In 2022, the series expanded further to include games in Germany, highlighting the growing international reach of the NFL.

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So, could regular season matches be augmented by the biggest match in the sport, the Super Bowl? Professor Wilson said: "The NFL in London is more lucrative than the Champions League in the States. The NFL market in Europe is bigger than the Champions League market in America. You get inward tourism, with people flying over from North America and Europe for the NFL. This is in contrast to people flying out of Europe into America to watch a Champions League final, which would have a much more local market. Both games would sell out, but the new revenue generated for the NFL with the Super Bowl would far exceed that from the Champions League final in the States."

It was a mixed transfer window at West Ham United in the end, but things could have been so much different had they signed the attacking target that they set their sights on.

West Ham's transfer window in review

To say it was a slow start for the Hammers would be an understatement. It looked as though they were going to stand still entirely at one stage, opting to welcome just Callum Wilson and El Hadji Malick Diouf, until they finally returned to the transfer market late on and signed the likes of Mateus Fernandes.

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It could be that late flurry that sparks a much-needed turnaround under Graham Potter. Before their 3-0 victory against Nottingham Forest before the international break, the Hammers had lost all three of their first games, and had conceded 11 goals in the process. Pressure, as a result, was increasing on Potter.

The former Brighton manager would have breathed a greater sight of relief than anyone else involved at the City Ground, but West Ham must now kick on when they return to action.

Only time will tell whether late deals for Fernandes, Igor Julio and Soungoutou Magassa are enough to turn things around permanently at West Ham and save their transfer window, but Potter can no longer say that he wasn’t backed.

Up next for the Hammers after the international break is the visit of Tottenham Hotspur in a London derby. The Lilywhites have looked much-improved under Thomas Frank, although West Ham are no strangers to defeating their rivals and will be hoping to pick up where they left off against Forest.

It is, of course, the type of game that Aleksandar Mitrovic would have thrived in, but West Ham can thank one reason why he’s not lining up for Potter’s side after the summer transfer window.

West Ham made late Mitrovic offer

As reported by The Boot Room’s Graeme Bailey, West Ham made a late offer to sign Mitrovic after he was granted an exit from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. Alongside Leeds United, the Hammers were pushing to welcome the forward back to the Premier League to solve their attacking problems.

Ultimately, however, he opted against returning to English football as he didn’t want to tarnish the relationship that he has with Fulham, having spent five years at the West London club.

Once dubbed “outstanding” by Fulham boss Marco Silva, there’s no doubt that Mitrovic would have been an instant upgrade on West Ham’s current options.

Tom Bischof is emerging as Bayern Munich’s breakout star this season, blending youthful energy with relentless ambition. The German midfielder, who calls himself a “mentality monster,” has quickly adapted to the rigors of Allianz Arena, thriving under Vincent Kompany and embracing Bayern’s winning mentality as he aims to make an immediate impact on both the domestic and European stage.

Bayern’s dominant season and Bischof’s bright start

Bayern continues to dominate the Bundesliga, securing their sixth consecutive victory defeating Eintracht Frankfurt 3-0 and maintaining a perfect start to the campaign. The squad’s mix of seasoned stars and rising talent has created a formidable force on the pitch. Among the newcomers making waves is 20-year-old Bischof, who joined Bayern this summer from Hoffenheim. Bischof has adapted seamlessly to the team’s high standards, fitting into Kompany’s dynamic system and contributing meaningfully to the club’s ongoing success.

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In an interview with Bayern’s Sabener51 magazine, Bischof shared insights into his decision to join the club and the mindset he brings to the squad. He carefully considered the move, listening to advice from Kompany, Max Eberl, and Christoph Freund, while also studying Bayern’s style of play.

"I spent a long time thinking about what the right step would be for me. I didn’t just decide because we’re Bayern fans in my family. I also listened carefully to Vincent Kompany, Max Eberl, and Christoph Freund about what they wanted and expected of me. I watched a lot of Bayern. All of that played a role," Bischof said.

He further added: "“I think the kind of football Bayern plays suits me perfectly. Playing around the box, the high pressing, all of that suits me very well. And besides, I’m a bit of a ‘mental monster. I’m super ambitious, I want to win titles, I want to win every game, absolutely. And that’s FC Bayern’s identity."

Bischof's journey from Hoffenheim to Bayern

Bischof’s rise has been swift. A product of Hoffenheim’s youth academy, he impressed in his breakthrough 2024-25 season, scoring six goals and providing three assists across 42 appearances. His Bundesliga debut for Bayern has already seen him feature in four matches and record one assist, quickly proving his ability to compete at the highest level. Internationally, he has represented Germany at various youth levels and earned his senior debut during the 2024-25 Nations League against France, signaling a promising future for both club and country.

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Bayern's current form is a testament to a squad firing on all cylinders. Harry Kane leads the Bundesliga scoring charts with 11 goals, while Luis Diaz tops the assists table with four, highlighting the potency of Bayern’s attacking and creative play. After the international break, Bayern will test their strength against rivals Borussia Dortmund on October 18.

The India batter has confirmed his availability for Delhi’s next match starting on January 30

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Virat Kohli will train with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of what will be his first Ranji Trophy appearance since 2012. Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh confirmed that Kohli will join the squad, having confirmed his availability last week for their final group fixture against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium from January 30 to February 2.Kohli had opted out of Delhi’s previous match citing a neck injury. His participation in this round comes after the BCCI had issued guidelines to contracted players following India’s 3-1 defeat to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, one of which was to play domestic cricket.Over the last couple of days, photos and videos have emerged on social media of Kohli working with former India and RCB batting coach Sanjay Bangar.Related

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Chelsea have been charged with 74 alleged breaches of FA regulations dating back to Roman Abramovich’s ownership, raising questions about what punishment the club could face. However, despite the severity of the charges, reports suggest the Blues are bracing for a financial sanction rather than a sporting one, with an outcome likely to mirror their £8m fine from UEFA.

• Chelsea charged with 74 FA rule breaches dating back to 2009
• Club expects financial penalty, not points deduction or transfer ban
• Punishment likely similar to UEFA’s £8m fine issued in 2023

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Football Association confirmed this week that Chelsea had been charged with dozens of rule breaches relating to agents, intermediaries and third-party investment in players. The conduct in question ranges from 2009 to 2022, previous owner during Abramovich’s tenure. Chelsea stated that the breaches were “self-reported” during the due diligence process of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital’s takeover.

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  Despite the scale of the charges, Chelsea are reportedly expecting only a financial penalty. According to The Telegraph’s Matt Law, the west London side are not anticipating any sporting sanctions, such as a points deductions or a transfer ban. The expectation is that the punishment will be similar to the £8 million fine handed down by UEFA in 2023.

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  The charges cover a long period of time and primarily relate to payments made to agents and intermediaries. FA rules prohibit third-party ownership of players, which was a particular focus of the investigation. By self-reporting, Chelsea hoped to mitigate the punishment and demonstrate transparency under their current ownership, which may have worked in their favour.

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  The West London side will now work with the FA as the disciplinary process unfolds. While the club may escape sporting sanctions, the case serves as another reminder of the turbulent legacy left by the Abramovich era. The Boehly-Clearlake consortium will be keen to resolve the matter swiftly and focus on stabilising the club both on and off the pitch.

Sunderland are yet to pick up a win during their pre-season outing to the Algarve, but there have been promising signs aplenty anyway.

Indeed, the Black Cats have faced some formidable opponents out in Portugal in the form of Sevilla and Sporting, meaning a 1-1 draw and a 1-0 loss aren’t disastrous outcomes, when you also consider a large chunk of the first team personnel selected by Regis Le Bris are still getting used to one another as brand new recruits.

In particular, Habib Diarra and Noah Sadiki caught the eye of Sunderland spectators watching on, with the skilful midfield duo set to be joined by another impressive body in the middle if emerging reports are correct.

Sunderland agree terms with £17m battler

Of course, Sunderland fans will take any progressing deal with a pinch of salt until it’s officially over the line, having been burnt recently by Armand Lauriente’s deal falling through at the last minute.

Lauriente was even pictured jetting off to the Stadium of Light to complete a move, but the wheels unfortunately came off the deal in the end.

Hopefully, any last-minute mishaps are out of the Wearside outfit’s system, with The Athletic’s David Ornstein dramatically revealing via X that Sunderland have now agreed personal terms with long-term target Granit Xhaka.

The exclusive development by Ornstein reveals that Xhaka is only considering the newly promoted side as his next onward destination, with the hope on his end that the deal can be tied up rapidly for him to return to the Premier League.

In a window where Sunderland have already made a few statement deals a reality, this could well be the pick of the bunch, with the deal for the Swiss international – who is said to be valued at €20m (£17m) – a far more exciting signing to seal than Lauriente’s ever was.

Why signing Xhaka would be more exciting than Lauriente

Lauriente no doubt would have made his presence known donning Sunderland red and white, off the back of an explosive campaign in Serie B.

After all, the silky Frenchman wasn’t labelled “amazing” by football talent scout Jacek Kulig just by fluke, with a stunning haul of 18 strikes last season for Sassuolo clinching a glorious promotion up to the Italian top-flight.

Xhaka also has a sumptuous rocket up his sleeve, yet the seasoned 32-year-old would pick up his impressive tally of two strikes and seven assists in the far choppier and intense terrain of the Bundesliga last campaign, with the Bayer Leverkusen number 34 elevating his game to the next level in Germany.

From 174 games in the top division – with 66 of those coming about for Leverkusen – the midfield enforcer would collect 11 goals and ten assists, 12 of which were registered at the BayArena, as his side were even crowned champions of the usually Bayern Munich-dominated Bundesliga during his two-campaign stint.

On the contrary, Lauriente only has 133 games next to his name in total when plying his trade in Serie A and Ligue 1, with Xhaka’s expertise of the taxing Premier League also making him a far more worthwhile signing to pursue, away from festering in any lingering disappointment of the Frenchman’s deal collapsing.

Whilst he did experience many bumps along the way at Arsenal, Xhaka – in retrospect – is now viewed as a cog that allowed the Gunners to tick during testing times, as seen in his impressive 17 goals and 25 assists from a mammoth 225 top-flight appearances.

On top of that, he also battled away valiantly for the Gunners’ cause time after time, with 1001 duels being won in total, gaining him the label of a “monster” by Arsenal-based writer Connor Humm.

With the necessary grit required for a relegation battle, on top of possessing the quality to try and push Sunderland away from that mire, this really would be a standout addition to make for a £17m star also lauded as a “technician” by Chelsea great Joe Cole.

Lauriente might well have developed into a dazzling attacker under Le Bris’ wing, but if it’s readymade Premier League performers the ex-Lorient manager is after, he should ensure this move is sealed.

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علق الإعلامي أحمد شوبير على أزمة التحكيم في الدوري المصري خلال الفترة الأخيرة، حيث تناول في تصريحاته عبر برنامجه الإذاعي عدداً من الحالات الجدلية في المباريات، مؤكدًا أن بعض الحكام يفتقدون الخبرة والذكاء المطلوب في اللقاءات الكبرى.

قال الإعلامي أحمد شوبير في تصريحات عبر برنامجه الإذاعي صباح اليوم الأحد: “تتذكرون ليلة مباراة الأهلي الأخيرة مع سيراميكا، عندما كنت على الهواء هنا في الإذاعة، قلت لكم: محمود وفا حكم هايل وحكم ممتاز، لكن المباريات الحساسة لها حسابات أخرى، الأفضل أن تستعين بحكم دولي مخضرم لديه خبرة وتضعه في هذه المباراة، وبذلك أنت تحمي حكامك”.

وتابع: “أود أن أوضح أنني لا أهاجم محمود وفا إطلاقًا، فهو حكم مميز جدًا، لكن هناك مباريات يا جماعة تحتاج إلى ذكاء وخبرة وفطنة، حتى لا يقال أصل وفصل، وحتى إذا حدثت أخطاء من الحكام الدوليين، فلا مشكلة، لكن الوقاية خير من العلاج”.

وأضاف: “في مباراة الأهلي وسيراميكا الأخيرة، كان هناك اعتراض من الأهلي على ثلاث كرات، واعتراض من سيراميكا على كرة واحدة. الأهلي يقول: لدي هدف لم يُحتسب، وضربتا جزاء لم يُعد فيهما الحكم إلى تقنية الفار، وسيراميكا يقول: لدي ضربة جزاء لم تُحتسب. فدخلنا في جدل كنا في غنى عنه”.

وتابع: “محمود البنا كان يدير وقتها مباراة مودرن وإنبي، مباريات قوية وممتازة. فلماذا لم يتم وضعه في مباراة الأهلي وسيراميكا، ويتم تكليف وفا بمباراة مودرن وبعدها يحصل على لقاء آخر أخف؟ الأمور كانت ستصبح أهدأ بكثير”.

وواصل: “لكن في النهاية هي وجهة نظر، ورئيس لجنة الحكام يرى أن وفا يقدم مباريات جيدة، وكذلك الغندور، لكن مثلًا، مباراة الزمالك والإسماعيلي أدارها أمين عمر، ورغم أن الزمالك دائمًا يتحفظ على وجوده، إلا أنه حكم دولي. وحتى عندما استدعاه الفار لضربة جزاء صحيحة للزمالك، احتسبها دون تردد، وكان القرار صحيحًا 100 في الـ100”.

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وأضاف: “الأهلي أرسل خطابًا رسميًا يؤكد أن لديه ضربتي جزاء لمحمد علي بن رمضان وطاهر محمد طاهر، وأن كرة تريزيجيه تجاوزت خط المرمى ولم تُحتسب، وكان لابد أن يستدعي الفار الحكم محمود وفا”.

وأشار: “لكن في النهاية، فاز الأهلي بالمباراة 1-0 ومرت بسلام، ولم تحدث مشاكل. صحيح أن الأخطاء لم تؤثر على النتيجة، لكن لو كانت أثرت كنا ما زلنا نتحدث عنها حتى الآن، وسيراميكا يرى أن الأخطاء أثرت على النتيجة من وجهة نظره، ويؤكد أن لديه ضربة جزاء صحيحة لم تُحتسب”.

وأكد: “فاركو اشتكى من الحكم حماده بعد مباراة الفريق أمام الاتحاد السكندري التي انتهت بالتعادل، وطالبوا بإبعاده عن المباريات، لجنة الحكام ردت عليهم بشكل ودي وقالت: أنتم محقون، لم يكن هناك تدخل من الفار في الحالة، كذلك غزل المحلة أصدر بيانًا بعد مباراة المصري التي خسرها 2-1، وهاجم الحكم محمود بسيوني، رغم أنه من أفضل الحكام الدوليين”.

وتابع شوبير: “كنت متفائلًا جدًا بالتحكيم هذا الموسم، لأن المجهود المبذول من اللجنة والحكام كبير جدًا، لكن أين تكمن المشكلة؟ المشكلة في عقلية بعض الحكام، أتحدث عن فاركو واتحاد، عن بيراميدز والإسماعيلي، عن المحلة والمصري… تقريبًا لا توجد مباراة خالية من المشاكل”.

واستمر: “المحلة قال: لن ألعب مباراة يديرها محمود بسيوني. نادٍ آخر قال: لن ألعب إذا كان الحكم أمين عمر، أندية أصبحت تختار الحكام! وهذا ليس من حقها إطلاقًا، من حقك أن تقدم شكوى، لكن ليس من حقك أن تقول: لن ألعب”.

واستطرد: “حتى نادي زد أصدر بيانًا واشتكى من التحكيم في مباراتين أمام الإسماعيلي وبيراميدز. وقالوا إن الحكم لم يطرد أحمد سامي رغم تدخله الخطير بالركبة على رأس مهاجم الإسماعيلي”.

وختم شوبير تصريحاته قائلًا: “التحكيم موهبة مثل اللاعب، مثل المغني، مثل الفنان. ليس مجرد لياقة بدنية أو سرعة جري، الأهم أن يكون لدى الحكم موهبة، وأنا أوجه كلامي للحكام الشباب: أحيانًا ألمح نبرة غرور أو ثقة زائدة في طريقة التعامل مع اللاعبين أو في صوت الصفارة، هذا غير صحيح، اقرأوا الفاتحة قبل المباراة واجعلوا نيتكم النجاح، وربنا سيكرمكم، لقد حذرت وسأظل أحذر: ما يتعلمه الحكام في التدريبات يجب أن يطبقوه داخل الملعب”.