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Mohamed Salah is approaching the end of his Liverpool journey, and former defender Markus Babbel believes the timing of his departure is appropriate given recent performances. The Egyptian forward, widely regarded as a club icon, has endured a challenging campaign that has drawn criticism from former players. While his tally of 12 goals and nine assists remains respectable, it represents a noticeable decline from the elite output he produced in previous seasons. ‎ ‎Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool exit gains support from Markus Babbel, who questions his performances, work rate, and compatibility with Arne Slot this season. ‎Getty Images Sport  Babbel, speaking to EPL Index, suggested that Salah’s influence has diminished and argued that his displays have not matched the high standards expected of him. He also pointed to a perceived disconnect with head coach Arne Slot, noting that the forward did not appear fully comfortable in the current setup. The former Germany internation...

Southampton have made a striking change for their FA Cup semi-final clash against Manchester City at Wembley, stepping away from their traditional red and white stripes to wear a special yellow kit. ‎ ‎Southampton wear yellow kit vs Man City in FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, honoring 1976 triumph over Man United as Eckert's side chase historic final place boost hopes. ‎Getty Images Sport  The switch is not random but deeply symbolic, as the commemorative design marks 50 years since the club’s famous 1976 FA Cup triumph over Manchester United, which remains their only major trophy in history. The yellow-and-blue colour scheme reflects that historic achievement and serves as a tribute to one of the most defining moments in Southampton’s 141-year story. Notably, the special kit also features no player names on the back, further reinforcing its commemorative purpose. It is intended as a direct nod to Lawrie McMenemy’s legendary side, whose victory at Wembley continues to sta...

‎Rodri has voiced serious concerns about his long-term future, warning that the current football schedule could force him out of the game sooner than expected. The Manchester City midfielder, who recently suffered another injury setback, described the fixture list as excessive and damaging. ‎ Manchester City’s Rodri fears injuries and fixture congestion could shorten his career, warning the current football calendar is unsustainable. ‎Getty Images Sport  ‎ ‎The Ballon d’Or winner indicated that the physical demands placed on players have reached a critical point. At 29, and having already dealt with significant injuries such as an ACL tear, he believes the intensity of modern football is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. ‎ ‎Having played a central role in both club and international success over recent years, Rodri admitted that the toll of constant competition is beginning to show. He suggested that without meaningful changes to reduce the number of matches, ...