Indonesia’s stance on Israel overshadows world soccer event
March 28, 2023 GMTJAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Uncertainty over the timing and location of the Under-20 World Cup continues two days after Indonesian authorities postponed the official draw for the May 20-June 11 tournament because of protests over Israel’s qualification.
Pepi lifts US over El Salvador 1-0, to Nations League semis
March 28, 2023 GMTORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Dropped by coach Gregg Berhalter from the U.S. World Cup roster, Ricardo Pepi returned to the national team under interim boss Anthony Hudson and responded with three goals in two games.
Wrexham to play Man United in friendly in San Diego
March 27, 2023 GMTSAN DIEGO (AP) — Soccer sensation Wrexham is coming to America. Not just on television screens, but on the pitch.
Mbappé‘s France, Vlahović’s Serbia heading toward Euro 2024
March 27, 2023 GMTGENEVA (AP) — Kylian Mbappé is captaining France to a comfortable start in qualifying for the European Championship though Serbia's Dušan Vlahović was the standout striker on Monday.
France's 1-0 win at Ireland was earned by defender Benjamin Pavard's rasping 50th-minute shot that was a rare show of attacking force in Dublin.
Man U to play Wrexham in preseason friendly in San Diego
March 27, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Wrexham has set up its most high-profile match since being bought by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney: A preseason friendly against Manchester United in San Diego.
Ibrahomivic injured again, misses Sweden vs Azerbaijan
March 27, 2023 GMTSTOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Zlatan Ibrahimovic missed Sweden's match against Azerbaijan in European Championship qualifying on Monday because of injury.
Sweden coach Janne Andersson didn't disclose the precise nature of Ibrahimovic's problem when confirming the AC Milan striker's absence ahead of the game.
Harry Kane has a decision to make about his future
March 27, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Harry Kane likely knew what was awaiting him after he celebrated becoming England’s all-time leading scorer.
Chelsea blames financial losses on sanctions on Abramovich
March 27, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Chelsea reported losses of 121 million pounds ($148 million) in 2021-22, with the club on Monday citing the sanctions imposed on former owner Roman Abramovich as a major factor.
Wanted: A manager to end Tottenham’s long trophy drought
March 27, 2023 GMTThere’s the romanticism of a return for Mauricio Pochettino. The intrigue of the possible arrival of Julian Nagelsmann. Maybe even an audacious attempt to lure the Premier League’s “Next Big Thing” — Roberto De Zerbi.
Juventus lawyers appear in court for false accounting trial
March 27, 2023 GMTTURIN, Italy (AP) — Juventus’ lawyers appeared before a judge Monday to face the first in a series of court dates following accusations of false accounting by the 36-time Italian champions.
Retegui a bright note as Azzurri again fail to shine
March 27, 2023 GMTMILAN (AP) — Mateo Retegui’s impressive debut for Italy added some gloss to what was essentially a mediocre performance from the defending champion at the start of European Championship qualifying.
Portland Thorns begin title defense with dominant win
March 27, 2023 GMTReigning National Women’s Soccer League MVP Sophia Smith scored in the 22nd minute and the defending champion Portland Thorns opened the season with a 4-0 victory at home over the Orlando Pride on Sunday.
Fans pack Camp Nou to watch Pique’s Kings League
March 26, 2023 GMTBARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Organizers said more than 92,000 fans at Camp Nou stadium watched the “final four” of the new seven-a-side Kings League soccer competition created by former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué.
Antonio Conte leaves Tottenham by mutual agreement
March 26, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Antonio Conte has left his position as Tottenham manager by mutual agreement, the Premier League club said Sunday.
The Italian's assistant, Cristian Stellini, has been appointed acting head coach for the rest of the season.
England star Phil Foden misses game after appendix removed
March 26, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — England player Phil Foden was ruled out of the European Championship qualifier against Ukraine on Sunday after having his appendix removed hours before kickoff.
The Manchester City forward underwent surgery on Sunday morning, the Football Association said.
Ronaldo nets 121st, 122nd goals as Portugal routs Luxembourg
March 26, 2023 GMTLUXEMBOURG (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to lead a 6-0 rout of Luxembourg in European Championship qualifying as the Portugal star added to his records for international goals and appearances on Sunday.
Retegui scores again as Italy beats Malta 2-0 in qualifying
March 26, 2023 GMTTA’ QALI, Malta (AP) — Argentina-born striker Mateo Retegui is fast becoming the center forward Italy has been sorely lacking.
Retegui scored again in Italy’s 2-0 win over Malta on Sunday to make it two goals in as many matches as the defending champion recorded its first win in European Championship qualifying.
Kane extends England goals record in 2-0 win against Ukraine
March 26, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Presented with a golden boot before kickoff, Harry Kane's golden touch continued for England on Sunday as he struck a record-extending 55th goal for his country.
The Tottenham striker had already surpassed Wayne Rooney as the Three Lions' outright leading scorer with his penalty in Thursday's 2-1 win against Italy in Naples.
Key Bayern players signal concerns as Tuchel takes charge
March 26, 2023 GMTDÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Strange, a shock, a sign of how heartless soccer can be.
Comments from two key Bayern Munich players hinted at unease in the squad even before new coach Thomas Tuchel takes his first training session.
Toronto, San Jose finish in scoreless draw
March 26, 2023 GMTSAN JOSE, Calif, (AP) — Toronto goalkeeper Sean Johnson and San Jose's JT Marcinkowski both finished with two saves as the two clubs played to a scoreless draw on Saturday night.
The Earthquakes (2-2-1) improved to 2-0-4 in their last six home matches in the series.
Great debuts for De la Fuente, Joselu as Spain beats Norway
March 25, 2023 GMTMALAGA, Spain (AP) — A winning debut for coach Luis de la Fuente with Spain. And a magical one for striker Joselu.
Joselu scored in the 84th and 85th minutes — shortly after coming off the bench — to help seal Spain’s 3-0 win over Norway on Saturday in De la Fuente’s first game in charge.
No Haaland as Spain beats Norway; Wales draws with Croatia
March 25, 2023 GMTNew faces dominated European Championship qualifying on Saturday as Spain coach Luis de la Fuente swept aside Norway in his first game in charge and a Wales forward rescued a dramatic draw in his first international match.
Court bars Robinho from leaving Brazil
March 25, 2023 GMTRIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Former soccer star Robinho was ordered to hand over his passport while Brazilian judicial authorities determine whether he should serve his nine-year sentence for rape in Brazil.
Teen striker Ferguson raises Irish hopes with early success
March 25, 2023 GMTTeenage striker Evan Ferguson isn't getting carried away after scoring his first goal for his national team. The rest of Ireland will gladly do that for him.
The 18-year-old Ferguson is having a breakout season with Premier League club Brighton and now for Ireland, which hosts France on Monday in European Championship qualifying.
Tuchel ready for tough start at Bayern after surprise move
March 25, 2023 GMTMUNICH (AP) — New Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledged Saturday he faces a challenging start to his new job after his surprise hiring Friday to replace Julian Nagelsmann.
Tuchel goes straight into crucial games, starting with German title rival — and Tuchel’s former club — Borussia Dortmund on April 1.
Reyna starts 1st match for US since Berhalter flap, 7-1 rout
March 25, 2023 GMTGio Reyna started in his first match with the U.S. after his parents disparaged then-coach Gregg Berhalter for his lack of playing time at the World Cup, a 7-1 rout of 173rd-ranked Grenada in the CONCACAF Nationals League on Friday night at St.
Mbappé delivers for France as captain; Lukaku nets hat trick
March 24, 2023 GMTKylian Mbappé delivered for France again, this time wearing the captain’s armband.
Leading a new era for Les Bleus, there was something very familiar about the way Mbappé slotted home two unforgiving finishes to headline a 4-0 win over the Netherlands in European Championship qualifying on Friday.
Mané scores on return to action with Senegal
March 24, 2023 GMTCAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Sadio Mané put his World Cup disappointment behind him by scoring on his return to international action as Senegal swept past Mozambique 5-1 in African Cup of Nations qualifying on Friday.
Women soccer leaders target breakthroughs in World Cup year
March 24, 2023 GMTLAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — In a World Cup year set to drive faster progress in women’s soccer, elections in Europe next month will have a global audience for a potential breakthrough in gender equity.
NWSL’s Carson Pickett embraces being a role model
March 24, 2023 GMTThere was a time earlier in her soccer career when Carson Pickett didn't want to draw attention to her left arm or even talk about it. She just wanted to be like all the other players.
Pickett has since become more comfortable with what makes her both unique and a role model for others like her.
Bayern dumps coach Nagelsmann and hires Tuchel
March 24, 2023 GMTMUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich hired Thomas Tuchel as coach on Friday to replace Julian Nagelsmann after losing the lead of the Bundesliga and ahead of a potentially title-deciding game.
Bayern chief executive Oliver Kahn blamed “big fluctuations in performance” and said the squad wasn't showing its true potential under Nagelsmann.
Son scores 2 in Klinsmann’s debut as South Korea coach
March 24, 2023 GMTSEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Jurgen Klinsmann’s first game as coach of South Korea ended in a 2-2 draw with Colombia on Friday, with Son Heung-min scoring two goals.
It was South Korea's first match since losing to Brazil in the round of 16 at the World Cup in Qatar, and Klinsmann's first game since coaching the United States in 2016.
With new coach, Spain aims to boost scoring against Norway
March 24, 2023 GMTBARCELONA, Spain (AP) — It's been more than a decade of disappointments for Spain following the team's golden era that netted the 2010 World Cup title and two European championships. Now, with a new coach in charge, the team that once took a possession-based attack to its maximum expression with its “tiki-taka” passing style will have yet another chance to breathe new life into a system that again looked outdated at last year’s World Cup.
Scotland extends coach Clarke’s contract to 2026 World Cup
March 24, 2023 GMTGLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — Steve Clarke extended his contract Friday with Scotland's national soccer team through the 2026 World Cup, which would make him the Tartan Army’s longest-serving coach in more than 20 years.
Argentina beats Panama in 1st match after World Cup title
March 24, 2023 GMTBUENOS AIRES (AP) — The 83,000 screaming fans were not disappointed in Lionel Messi and his Argentina team's first international match since lifting the World Cup title last December.
Messi's Argentina beat Panama 2-0 with two late goals Thursday night at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium in Buenos Aires, in the first of two matches for the team to celebrate its triumph in Qatar.
Folarin Balogun travels to Florida, meets with US team
March 24, 2023 GMTFolarin Balogun traveled from Europe and met with U.S. interim coach Anthony Hudson as the Americans try to persuade the 21-year-old midfielder to commit to their national team over England and Nigeria.
Kane breaks Rooney’s England scoring record with goal No. 54
March 23, 2023 GMTNAPLES, Italy (AP) — Harry Kane became England’s leading scorer of all time on Thursday — and his record-setting goal just had to come from the penalty spot.
Kane tugged on his England jersey and roared with delight in an emotional celebration after converting a spot kick during the 2-1 win over Italy in European Championship qualifying.
Ronaldo, Kane break records in wins for Portugal, England
March 23, 2023 GMTIt was a record-breaking night for Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane as qualifying for the European Championship in 2024 got underway on Thursday.
Already the leading scorer in men's international soccer, the 38-year-old Ronaldo now has more international appearances than any other male player after racking up No.
Ronaldo sets record for most appearances, Portugal wins
March 23, 2023 GMTLISBON, Portugal (AP) — It didn’t take long for Cristiano Ronaldo to put the World Cup disappointment behind him.
Back as a starter with Portugal’s national team, Ronaldo became the most-capped player in men’s international soccer on Thursday, scoring twice in a 4-0 rout of Liechtenstein in 2024 European Championship qualifying.
Reports: Bayern on verge of firing Nagelsmann for Tuchel
March 23, 2023 GMTMUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich might be about to change coaches for the final stretch of the season.
The German champions were on the verge of firing Julian Nagelsmann and replacing him with Thomas Tuchel, according to reports in Germany on Thursday.
Ghana finds late winner vs. Angola in African Cup qualifying
March 23, 2023 GMTCAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Antoine Semenyo scored the winning goal in the sixth minute of injury time to see Ghana edge Angola 1-0 in African Cup of Nations qualifying on Thursday and stay atop its group.
Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid
March 23, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — The proposed sale of Manchester United gathered pace Thursday when British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe said he had submitted a second bid for the iconic soccer team.
FIFA sets May 2024 date to pick 2027 Women’s World Cup host
March 23, 2023 GMTZURICH (AP) — FIFA set a timeline Thursday to pick the 2027 Women’s World Cup host, giving would-be candidates one month to join the contest ahead of a vote in May next year.
5 players out as viral infection hits Netherlands squad
March 23, 2023 GMTZEIST, Netherlands (AP) — Five players in the Netherlands squad to face World Cup finalist France in their opening European Championship qualifier have been sent home after contracting a viral infection.
UEFA to investigate Barcelona for its referee payments
March 23, 2023 GMTGENEVA (AP) — Barcelona is facing a new legal threat from UEFA, including a possible Champions League ban, because of its payments of millions of dollars to a company linked to a Spanish refereeing official.
Former Man United goalkeeper Ben Foster signs for Wrexham
March 23, 2023 GMTWREXHAM, Wales (AP) — Former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster has come out of retirement to sign for Wrexham, the soccer team owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
The 39-year-old Foster, who was also an England international, last played for Watford before stepping away from the game last year.
NWSL season is last for Gotham defender Ali Krieger
March 23, 2023 GMTWhile Ali Krieger has no idea what the next chapter of her life will look like, for now she's just looking forward to some downtime after a professional soccer career that has stretched for some 16 years.
Latest Vinícius racist abuse prompts 8th complaint of season
March 23, 2023 GMTBARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Racist insults at Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior by spectators during the game at Barcelona last weekend prompted the Spanish league to file another complaint to judicial authorities.
Manchester United sale: Deadline extended for 2nd bids
March 23, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Bidders trying to buy Manchester United have been given more time to submit second offers for the iconic soccer team.
17-year-old Irankunda set to become youngest Socceroo
March 23, 2023 GMTSYDNEY (AP) — Tanzanian-born Nestory Irankunda is in line to become the youngest-ever player to suit up for Australia’s national men’s soccer team.
Irankunda, who turned 17 on Feb. 9 and plays for Adelaide United in the domestic A-League, has been promoted to the Socceroos squad for a friendly against Ecuador in in Sydney on Friday.
Women’s Champions League: Chelsea beats Lyon, Wolfsburg wins
March 22, 2023 GMTLYON, France (AP) — Lyon’s chances of a seventh Women’s Champions League title in eight years were hit by losing 1-0 to Chelsea in the first leg of the quarterfinals on Wednesday.
Guro Reiten’s winner — a curling strike in the 28th minute — puts Chelsea in control against the defending champions heading into the second leg next week at Stamford Bridge.
On eve of record, Ronaldo a ‘better man’ after United ordeal
March 22, 2023 GMTLISBON, Portugal (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo, on the eve of becoming the player with the most appearances with a national team in men’s soccer, said his difficult second spell with Manchester United made him a better man.
Argentina-born Retegui could start for Italy against England
March 22, 2023 GMTMILAN (AP) — When Italy and England kick off their European Championship qualifying campaign against each other on Thursday, some of the spotlight will be on a player from Argentina.
Forward Mateo Retegui has been called up for the first time by Italy coach Roberto Mancini, reigniting a debate in the country about selecting foreign-born players for the national team.
Former Arsenal midfielder Mesut Özil retires at 34
March 22, 2023 GMTISTANBUL (AP) — Former Real Madrid and Arsenal midfielder Mesut Özil, who won the World Cup with Germany in 2014, retired from soccer Wednesday at the age of 34.
Racism, gambling, goals; the remarkable rise of Ivan Toney
March 22, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — No matter how many blows Ivan Toney takes, the goals just keep on coming.
There has been the racist abuse on social media and a potential ban after he was charged with 262 breaches of English soccer's gambling laws.
Panel overturns red card that helped Ireland win 6 Nations
March 22, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — The red card given to England fullback Freddie Steward in the team's Six Nations rugby loss to Ireland has been overturned after a disciplinary panel ruled the offense only merited a yellow card.
Barcelona, Bayern earn wins in Women’s Champions League QF
March 21, 2023 GMTROME (AP) — Salma Paralluelo curled a shot into the net to help Barcelona beat Roma 1-0 in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League quarterfinals in front of a record-setting crowd on Tuesday.
England’s Chilwell urges others to open up on mental health
March 21, 2023 GMTBURTON, England (AP) — England player Ben Chilwell has experienced his share of setbacks in recent years and on Tuesday said he had benefited from being open about his mental health.
Now he is urging more soccer players to follow his lead.
Brazil players contemplate possibility of Ancelotti as coach
March 21, 2023 GMTTANGIER, Morocco (AP) — Ederson wants Real Madrid out of the Champions League so that coach Carlo Ancelotti can come to Brazil "as quickly as possible.”
Mallorca bans fan who racially insulted Vinícius Júnior
March 21, 2023 GMTMADRID (AP) — Spanish club Mallorca handed the fan who racially insulted players Vinícius Júnior and Samu Chukwueze a three-year ban from club membership on Tuesday.
The fan, reportedly a 20-year-old Mallorca season ticket holder, is accused of calling Real Madrid forward Vinícius and Villarreal midfielder Chukwueze a monkey in separate Spanish league games this year.
Mbappé is named as France’s new captain by coach Deschamps
March 21, 2023 GMTAP Sports Writer (AP) — World Cup top scorer Kylian Mbappé was named as France's new captain on Tuesday, succeeding goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
US players welcome Gio Reyna after World Cup flap, Ream says
March 21, 2023 GMTDAVENPORT, Fla. (AP) — Gio Reyna has been welcomed back to the U.S. national team by Tim Ream, one of the group's senior players, after the family of the young midfielder sparked a feud with Gregg Berhalter that left the coach's future uncertain.
Arsenal defender Tomiyasu has knee surgery, done for season
March 21, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu underwent knee surgery Tuesday and will miss the remainder of the season, the Premier League leading club said.
The 24-year-old Japan international sustained a “significant” injury to his right knee during a Europa League match last Thursday.
Arsenal in MLS All-Star Game at Washington, DC, on July 19
March 21, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Arsenal will play Major League Soccer's All-Stars at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., on July 19, the first European opponent in the game since before the coronavirus pandemic.
The Gunners, pursuing their first Premier League title since 2004, also were the All-Star opponent in 2016.
Swiss soccer player agents file challenge to FIFA rules
March 21, 2023 GMTGENEVA (AP) — FIFA is facing another legal challenge to its new rules regulating player agents, this time in its home country Switzerland.
A group of Swiss agents has asked the federal competition commission to intervene with the FIFA Football Agent Regulations, which are being phased in this year and will cap the fees earned from player salaries and transfers.
Ibrahimovic back with Sweden, not thinking about Euro 2024
March 21, 2023 GMTSTOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Retirement didn’t enter the thoughts of Zlatan Ibrahimovic while he was sidelined for eight months with a swollen left knee following surgery.
But his condition certainly had the Swedish soccer great worried.
Man United bidders set to make latest takeover offers
March 21, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — After a series of high level meetings last week, a second round of bids to buy Manchester United are due Wednesday.
Injured Haaland to miss Euro 2024 qualifiers for Norway
March 21, 2023 GMTOSLO, Norway (AP) — Erling Haaland has left Norway’s training camp because of a groin injury and will miss the team's upcoming European Championship qualifying games, the national federation said Tuesday.
At 39, former Japan captain Hasebe extends Frankfurt career
March 21, 2023 GMTFRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Former Japan captain Makoto Hasebe is not done yet.
The veteran defender has extended his contract at Eintracht Frankfurt by another season, meaning he plans to keep playing until he's 40.
Hodgson back as Crystal Palace manager at the age of 75
March 21, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Roy Hodgson is back in the Premier League at the age of 75.
Crystal Palace turned to the former England coach to keep the team in the lucrative top division, announcing his return to the club on Tuesday as the replacement for the fired Patrick Vieira.
Fulham’s Mitrovic faces extended ban for FA Cup diatribe
March 20, 2023 GMTLONDON (AP) — Aleksandar Mitrovic could face an extended ban after his furious reaction to being sent off in Fulham's loss to Manchester United on Sunday.
The English Football Association said on Monday the standard three-game suspension for a straight red card was "clearly insufficient."
Injured Barcelona defender Araujo dropped from Uruguay squad
March 20, 2023 GMTMONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Barcelona defender Ronaldo Araujo was dropped from Uruguay's national team on Monday because of a groin injury.
Barcelona said Araujo is out indefinitely because of a strained adductor muscle in his left thigh.
Man United forward Rashford pulls out of England squad
March 20, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Marcus Rashford, Mason Mount and Nick Pope have withdrawn from the England squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine, the Football Association said Monday.
Injured Netherlands midfielder De Jong out for France match
March 20, 2023 GMTZEIST, Netherlands (AP) — Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong and winger Steven Bergwijn dropped out of the national squad for the team's opening European Championship qualifier against France, coach Ronald Koeman said Monday.
Antonio Conte’s Tottenham reign could be nearing the end
March 20, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Even by Antonio Conte's standards, it was a remarkable outburst that leaves his position as manager at Tottenham in even greater doubt.
The fiery Italian, who will soon be out of contract, has long been expected to leave his post at the end of the season.
Germany hopes to repair reputation before hosting Euro 2024
March 20, 2023 GMTBERLIN (AP) — With the European Championship looming next year, host Germany hopes this week to start repairing the tattered reputation of its men’s national soccer team.
Two World Cup flops and a poor showing in between have taken their toll on what was a proud heritage for Germany.
Paxten Aaronson makes debut for Eintract Frankfurt
March 20, 2023 GMTPaxten Aaronson, the younger brother of U.S. national team midfielder Brenden Aaronson, made his debut for Eintracht Frankfurt in a 2-0 loss at Union Berlin in the Bundesliga.
The 19-year-old midfielder from Medford, New Jersey, entered in the 82nd minute Sunday.
Germany forward Jamal Musiala out with thigh injury
March 20, 2023 GMTFRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany forward Jamal Musiala has been ruled out of upcoming friendly games against Peru and Belgium because of a muscle-fiber tear in his left thigh.
Musiala came on as a substitute in Bayern Munich’s 2-1 loss at Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on Sunday and played to the end of the game.
Good soccer and big wins help Barcelona leave scandal aside
March 20, 2023 GMTMADRID (AP) — By playing good soccer and winning big matches, Barcelona is leaving aside the distractions of its latest scandal.
With its second win over Real Madrid in less than three weeks, Barcelona made sure there is more talk about the team’s prowess on the field than the club’s alleged troubles away from it.
2 Fulham players, coach sent off in chaos at Man United
March 19, 2023 GMTMANCHESTER, England (AP) — Fulham had two players and manager Marco Silva sent off before quickly conceding twice against Manchester United as its FA Cup dreams collapsed on Sunday.
With Fulham leading 1-0 in the quarterfinal match at Old Trafford, the game was turned round after United was awarded a penalty when Willian handled Jadon Sancho's goalbound shot.