Football never sleeps. During any of the 86400 seconds in a 24-hour day, somewhere in the world someone is doing something related to the beautiful game, whether that’s scoring a last-minute winner in a high-profile match, posting their expert take on social media or simply booting a ball against a wall with their mates.
It’s therefore impossible for any human being to keep up with everything that’s going on in the game, and it’s often those little yet most intriguing moments, like a fan’s alternative viewpoint of a penalty save, or a three-second yet incredibly telling interaction between two arch-rivals, or thread on X explaining why N’Golo Kante is the nicest man in professional sport, which make football so great.
GIVEMESPORT have created our live blog to help solve that problem, providing the best social media has to offer and the greatest football mini-stories from the last 24 hours.
10th April: Matty Cash Interviewed by His Sister After PSG 3-1 Villa
The wholesome footage has gone viral
Matty Cash started for Aston Villa in their Champions League quarter-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday evening. The Polish right-back was subbed off at half-time as his side succumbed to a 3-1 defeat at the home of the French champions.
After the match, Cash was interviewed by his sister, Hannah, who works for CBS Sports. After assessing the game and Unai Emery’s decision to take him off at half-time, the interview concluded with Hannah telling her brother that he was proud of him, before the two shared a warm hug. The wholesome footage has gone viral and you can view it above.
10th April: Raphinha Reveals Conversation With Cubarsi After Stolen Goal
Raphinha ‘stole’ Cubarsi’s goal in Barcelona vs Dortmund
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Raphinha caused controversy on Wednesday evening after he ‘stole’ Pau Cubarsi’s goal in Barcelona’s Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund. The Brazilian opened the scoring for Barca after he tapped home his teammate’s goalbound header. Speaking after the match, the winger revealed his conversation with Cubarsi after the goal, while he also revealed why he made sure it crossed the line. He said, per Yahoo!:
“I was worried about whether it was offside. I told Cubarsi that I had touched it and asked him for forgiveness—I even said it would count as his assist. I wanted to score goals and I’m here for that, but I didn’t know if it was already going in.”
9th April: Rio Ferdinand and Fans Shocked By Prince William’s Punditry
He was on hand to discuss Aston Villa’s match with PSG
Shortly before Aston Villa faced off against Paris Saint-Germain, Prince William provided some punditry and analysis on the match-up. Speaking to TNT Sport before kick-off, he discussed the tie with Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist. Former Manchester United man, Ferdinand, asked him about what he wanted to see from his beloved Villa in the game and Prince William discussed PSG’s pressing intensity and how his side needed to counter that. He said:
“They [PSG] press very high and so, I think for Unai Emery tonight and the team, it’s about managing that press. Unai likes it when teams come onto them and play quite a high press, but obviously there’s a limit and can we get around the press? Can we beat it? So, I’m thinking long-ball a bit and how are they going to get around the press. So, it’s going to be a challening night, but I’m looking forward to the tactics that Unai is going to have to employ.”
It was impressive analysis from him and Ferdinand even commented on it, pleading with Prince William not to go for any punditry jobs in the future as he’d be out of a job himself.
The segment left fans impressed as well, with plenty sharing their thoughts on social media. One supporter said: “Prince William is a really good pundit, he is articulate, intelligent and really knowledgeable about football,” while another posted: “Better analysis than half the pundits nowadays.”
9th April: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia embarrasses Axel Disasi With Sublime Goal
He left the Aston Villa man for dead before giving PSG the lead
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave Paris Saint-Germain the lead in their Champions League clash against Aston Villa in the most sublime of circumstances. The Ligue 1 champions found themselves 1-0 down in the first half, but turned things around and the former Napoli man showed why he’s one of the best wingers in the world with his side’s second goal of the evening.
After picking the ball up just inside the Villa half, he drove forward and showcased some incredible skill to roll the ball past Axel Disasi, leaving the Chelsea loanee in the dust before he fired a rocket into the top corner of Emi Martinez’ goal. It was simply incredible.
9th April: Raphinha Called Greedy Despite Goal vs Dormund
“Taking this Ballon d’Or race seriously”
Barcelona star Raphinha grabbed his 12th goal in 11 in the Champions League games as he opened the scoring against Borussia Dortmund. However, fans have suggested the Brazilian was selfish for taking the goal off a teammate.
Teenager Pau Cubarsi had flicked the ball towards goal and it looked as his touch would be enough to find the back of the net but Ballon d’Or chasing Raphinha stretched to get his name on the scoresheet.
“Raphinha trying to steal Cubarsi’s goal is genuinely selfish,” one fan wrote. Another said: “Raphinha this wasn’t necessary.” A third noted: “Raphinha taking this Ballon d’Or race seriously, brother fought for his life to get that touch.” A final one said: “Raphinha how greedy.”
9th April: Lamine Yamal showcases incredible skill
The youngster caused Dortmund all sorts of problems
Lamine Yamal was the star of the show early against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. The Barcelona winger was lively from the get-go and conjured up a number of promising chances. The highlight was his excellent bit of skill as he danced past Bensenbaini into the Dortmund area.
Unfortunately, his effort from a tight angle was saved by Kobel. In fact, if he’d have passed the ball to Robert Lewandowski, who was waiting in front of goal with acres of space, the Polish striker would have almost certainly hit the back of the net.
9th April: Micah Richards Takes Things Too Far With Crude Joke
Kate Abdo told him off, while Jamie Carragher was left in stitches
Micah Richards knew exactly what he was doing. The CBS Sports pundit was told off by a laughing Kate Abdo (now Kate Scott) for “always taking it down a notch” after watching a clip of a Bayern Munich fan spilling a drink on her face. Sat to Richards’ right was Jamie Carragher, who put his head on the desk and couldn’t contain his laughter.
All Richards said was “no comment” but that was enough for viewers to fear that the former England international might even get the sack from his role. “Micah Richards is about to get sacked on-air there’s no way he said what he just said,” one viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter). If you don’t get the joke or understand why the clip has gone viral on social media, that’s certainly not a bad thing. You’re probably just too innocent for this world.
8th April: What Thierry Henry Said To Kylian Mbappe Before Arsenal vs Real Madrid
The club legend made it crystal clear who he wanted to win on Tuesday night
While Thierry Henry clearly shares a good rapport with his French successor, Kylian Mbappe, he didn’t hide where his loyalties lay ahead of Tuesday night’s clash. The former Arsenal and Barcelona legend, now a pundit for CBS Sports, revealed exactly what he told the Real Madrid forward: “I don’t wish anything bad on him, but tonight I said to him: ‘Please, I don’t want to see you’.”
The Gunners have famously never won the Champions League, but beating the current holders and 15-time Kings of Europe in this year’s quarter-final would go a long way in proving they can under Mikel Arteta. They are already out of the FA Cup, seemingly out of the Premier League title race, and so desperately need a big performance in the continent’s premier competition. It’s safe to say they’d love to have Henry in their lineup tonight.
7th April: Phil Foden’s Reaction to Man Utd Fans’ Chants
New footage from the stands has emerged
Footage showing Phil Foden’s reaction to controversial chants from Manchester United fans during Sunday’s Manchester derby has emerged. Man City boss Pep Guardiola said the United supporters responsible for the chant showed a “lack of class”. The revered Catalan coach added: “It’s not United, it’s the people, you know? We are so exposed in the screen in world football – managers, owners, and football players especially. Honestly, I don’t understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil. It’s a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed.”
Foden clearly heard the chants directed towards him and reacted with a series of gestures – including putting his thumb up to the crowd. The England international was subbed off in the 57th minute for Jeremy Doku following an ineffective performance.
6th April: Ruben Amorim Fires Back at Gary Neville Being ‘Critical About Everything’
Manchester United and Manchester City played out one of the more dull Premier League pictures of the weekend as the fierce rivals had to settle for a 0-0 stalemate at Old Trafford. Former Red Devils captain Gary Neville was critical of both sets of players after the final whistle, claiming that the occasion lacked passion and energy.
When asked about the defender-turned-pundit’s comments during his post-match press conference, manager Ruben Amorim left everyone in stitches by responding: “I understand Gary Neville is critical about everything.” While he went on to admit his own shortcomings, the 40-year-old did well to think quickly on the spot and fire back at the club legend.
5th April: Dominik Szoboszlai’s Angry Reaction to Statue Unveil
The Liverpool man didn’t realise he was being pranked
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai found himself the victim of a television prank when he was tricked into believing a statue of himself was being unveiled and it wound up looking horrendous and nothing like him. The midfielder was being secretly recorded as the statue was revealed and he couldn’t hide his disgusted reaction at the finished product.
The statue, which was made partially out of mobile phones, looked nothing like Szoboszlai, but he was told it was supposed to represent communication. He was clearly unimpressed with the statue and even said that it looked nothing like him as he was asked to pose next to it for a photo. Shortly after, he expressed his frustration with the design and when asked if he liked it, he said:
“No. I was this close to walking out. I only didn’t because I respect you.”
Things only got worse when he saw merchandise with the statue’s face, or its imitation of his face plastered all over it. He went on to say: “This resembles me as much, forgive me, as nothing. From the neck down, it’s fine. Just the head part,” and when describing the statue to someone on the phone, he claimed: “It just looks like my a** turned inside out.”
Fortunately, he saw the funny side when it was all revealed to be a prank and was seen laughing after.
4th April: VAR Official Suspended After ‘Betting’ During Game
The official was caught on camera on a betting app during a top flight fixture in Bulgaria
A VAR official in Bulgaria has been suspended pending an investigation as to whether or not he was using a betting app during a game in the country’s top flight. On Wednesday night, CSKA Sofia claimed a 1-0 win over Lokomotiv Sofia in the Parva Liga. However, it was off-field matters that caused greater headlines, as footage showed one of the VAR officials scrolling on his phone on what looked to be a betting app, before quickly putting it down after becoming aware that the cameras had cut to the VAR room.
Hawk-Eye Innovations, who are in charge of the technology in Bulgaria and other countries in Europe, released a statement confirming that the official in question had been suspended and that, if found guilty, he would be removed from his role moving forward.
“Hawk-Eye Innovations acknowledges with regret an incident involving one of its VAR operators during the Parva Liga match between PFC CSKA-Sofia and PFC Lokomotiv Sofia yesterday evening (2nd April 2025). Live footage from the camera situation in the VAR operations room documented the individual utilising a personal smartphone during the match and appearing to engage in inappropriate activities which would constitute gross misconduct in relation to the responsibilities of their assigned role.
“Hawk-Eye fully recognises the necessity for its personnel to act at all times with the highest levels of professionalism and integrity in its trusted position working with the Bulgarian Football Union and other customers, and the company has strong policies in place that explicitly forbid its employees and contractors from engaging in any betting activity in any sports or competitions where it provides officiating services.”
2nd April: Granit Xhaka Rages at Leverkusen Fan After Shock Defeat
Leverkusen were stunned by third tier side, Arminia Bielefeld, in the German Cup
Leverkusen were stunned by Arminia Bielefield in what could go down as one of the biggest shocks in German football history on Tuesday evening. The reigning German champions went into their German Cup semi-final clash against the third tier side as the heavy favourites. However, against all odds, Arminia’s fairytale cup run continued as they won 2-1 to progress to the final.
Footage emerged after the match of Granit Xhaka getting into a furious exchange with one of the travelling Leverkusen fans. It is unknown exactly what was said between the pair, but it’s clear to see that things got seriously heated. It’s not the first time Xhaka has clashed with his own fans, having also done so at former team Arsenal.
Arminia are now just one match away from glory. They will face either Stuttgart or RB Leipzig in the final on May 24.
Walker said what he thought about Felix
Tunnel footage has emerged of Kyle Walker scoling teammate Joao Felix at half-time of AC Milan’s match against Lazio on Tuesday afternoon. Despite struggling since joining the Italian club on loan from Chelsea in January, the Portuguese forward was named in his side’s starting lineup ahead of star player Rafael Leao.
However, things didn’t go to plan and Felix did not put in his best performance. Footage has emerged which shows that Walker wasn’t too impressed with his teammate. As Milan’s players were walking out of the tunnel for the second half, footage has emerged of the Englishman telling Felix, per football-italia: “Just pass the ball, we are not Messi. No-one here is Messi, pass the ball.”
