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Twenty3’s Tactics Truck: How Benfica won Liga Portugal

Benfica have been crowned champions of Portugal for the 38th time in their history. Rivals Porto pushed them all the way to the final day, but the Eagles ensured they would lift the trophy by beating Santa Clara 3-0. With the help of the Twenty3 Toolbox, we picked out the factors behind their title triumph…

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Data drop: Everything you need to know about tonight’s Europa League final

Sevilla and Roma are set to face off in the Europa League final at the Puskás Aréna. Giallorossi boss José Mourinho will be looking to make it six European final wins from six and maintain his perfect streak in continental competitions by claiming a third Europa League title. Meanwhile, José Luis Mendilibar is aiming to…

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Head-to-head: The key battles in Sunday’s League Two play-off final

The League Two play-off final stage is set, as Carlisle United prepare to face Stockport County. The Cumbrians finished fifth, overturning a 1-0 deficit against Bradford City in the semi-finals to win 3-2 on aggregate, with Ben Barclay providing the killer blow in the second half of extra-time. The Hatters finished the season one place…

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Twenty3’s Under 23s to watch: Marcos Leonardo

Marcos Leonardo could be on the verge of a move to Europe, with Everton, West Ham United and Roma all reportedly interested in securing one of South America’s hottest prospects. The prodigious striker plays for iconic Brazilian outfit Santos, and is currently starring for Brazil at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup — scoring a brace…

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Twenty3’s Under 23s to watch: Gift Orban

Gift Orban could be on the verge of a move to the Premier League, with Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea all reportedly keeping tabs on Nigeria’s hottest prospect. The 20-year-old – who plays for Belgian Pro League club Gent – can operate as either a striker or a winger. He has played a pivotal…

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Twenty3’s Under 23s to watch: Roony Bardghji

FC København starlet Roony Bardghji is attracting plenty of admirers.  The 17-year-old winger has put in a series of sensational displays this season, with his electric dribbling and venomous finishing reportedly catching the eye of Spanish giants Real Madrid. A big future surely lies ahead for the Lions’ No.40, so we have used Twenty3’s Toolbox…

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Scout report: The players Burnley should sign to ensure Premier League survival

Burnley secured their Premier League status in thrilling fashion, joining the 101-point club with Vincent Kompany at the helm. However, the Clarets’ squad included a number of loan recruits, who could command significant fees this summer. Replacements will be needed at Turf Moor, alongside a degree of strengthening across the board.So, who should the Lancashire…

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Under the spotlight: Peterborough United’s finishing school

Few EFL clubs are better at polishing rough diamonds than Peterborough United. The Posh run an exemplary recruitment programme, overseen by veteran director of football Barry Fry — picking up lower-league talents and developing their game, before selling them on for significant profit. Peterborough’s finishing school has an impressive list of graduates.  Though he didn’t…

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Dangermen: The Scottish Premiership players to watch this weekend

Rangers’ clash with Celtic takes top billing in the Scottish Premiership this weekend – but there are plenty of other mouth-watering encounters to watch out for on Matchday 35. In particular, the race for Europa Conference League qualification is hotting up, as Aberdeen and Hearts face chasers Hibernian and St Mirren, respectively. Things are even…

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