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A list of the best rated Serie A players on EA Sports FC 24!

Serie A is the league on the rise. With two Serie A sides making the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League last season and Inter finishing as the runners-up, the Italian league has garnered a lot of attention. It is also the home to some of the best players in the game like Victor Osimhen, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Rafael Leao.

It is the first title since EA Sports' split with FIFA, but the game has retained all the players as well as the iconic Ultimate Team and classic Career Mode. The game releases in September giving fans plenty to play around under a new name and look to the game.

HereGOALbrings you a list of the best rated players in the Serie A from the game!

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  Victor Osimhen | Napoli | 88

  Attribute	Rating
  PAC	90
  SHO	86
  PAS	66
  DRI	83
  DEF	42
  PHY	82

  Napoli's talisman Victor Osimhen is the highest rated player in the Serie A. The potent goalscorer finished last season as the league's top goalscorer propelling Napoli to a league title. He has everything to his repertoire from pace to shooting to physicality.

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  Mike Maignan | AC Milan | 87

  Attribute	Rating
  DIV	85
  HAN	82
  REF	87
  HAN	89
  SPD	51
  PHY	85

  AC Milan shot-stopper, Mike Maignan, is one of the best goalkeepers in the game and the second best player in the Italian league. With his reflexes and shot-stopping ability, Maignan has saved Milan multiple times.

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  Lautaro Martinez | Inter | 87

  Attribute	Rating
  PAC	80
  SHO	86
  PAS	71
  DRI	85
  DEF	48
  PHY	85

  Inter Milan's Argentine striker, Lautaro Martinez, is known for his qualities in front of the goal. He was one of the major reasons the Milan side reached the Champions League final last season. With an overall rating of 87, he is one of the best rated strikers in the game.

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  Wojciech Szczesny | Juventus | 86

  Attribute	Rating
  DIV	86
  HAN	83
  KIC	73
  REF	87
  SPD	49
  POS	86

  Juventus and Poland goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczesny, is the second goalkeeper to appear on the list of the best rated Serie A players. With a rating of 86 the veteran keeper is still a very reliable option.

The 18-year-old midfielder's rise has been rapid, and now his legendary team-mate could be a key figure in his international future

If you need any evidence to prove that things change quickly in this sport of ours, just look at Benjamin Cremaschi. There are few better examples of how unbelievably things can shift with a bunch of talent, a lot of hard work, a little bit of luck and, of course, the arrival of one GOAT.

Cremaschi, just 18 years old, entered this season as a potential star of the future. He'd carved out a path towards the first team with Inter Miami, establishing himself among the club's first wave of homegrown stars. And now, just a few months later, he finds himself playing next to his hero, Lionel Messi, as a key part of everything the Argentinian icon is doing to dazzle audiences in Florida.

Everyone involved with Inter Miami has seen their life change since Messi's arrival. Everything has gotten so much bigger and, more importantly, so much better. The club has been unstoppable since Messi, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets arrived, elevating the level and profile of everyone around them.

That includes Cremaschi, who is no longer that potential future star. No, Cremaschi is making waves in the here and now, combining with his new superstar team-mates on multiple occasions throughout Miami's recent run.

The world is now taking notice of that fact, and not just on social media, where his follower count has skyrocketed thanks to all of these new pictures alongside Messi. These days, Cremaschi finds himself in the middle of a potential international tug-of-war, with Messi and Argentina on one side and the United States men's national team on the other.

The USMNT have made the first move, calling in Cremaschi for their upcoming friendlies against Uzbekistan and Oman, but this battle, like the young midfielder's rise, is just getting started.

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  The rise

  Born in Miami, Cremaschi is Inter Miami's first true homegrown star. He began playing soccer at the age of six and, at 14, moved to the Weston Academy, a program that also produced former USMNT and current Philadelphia Union midfielder Alejandro Bedoya. While there, Cremaschi helped Weston win the 2021 Under-16 MLS Next Cup, claiming the Golden Boot in the process.

  In 2021, he signed with Miami, joining the club's youth program, but it didn't take him long to rise up the ranks. He debuted for Inter Miami II in the MLS Next Pro League in 2022, scoring five goals before signing his first professional contract in November.

  Under now-former head coach Phil Neville, Cremaschi was handed his Inter Miami debut in February and, after a series of cameo appearances, earned his first start in April. In the months since, he hasn't looked back, becoming a regular at just 18 years old.

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  Messi arrives

  Like just about everyone else at Inter Miami, Cremaschi's life changed completely this summer. It's what happens when the GOAT arrives.

  An Argentinian himself, and thus a long-time Messi fan, Cremaschi was certainly star-struck when the man himself became his new team-mate ahead of the Leagues Cup this summer. However, since Messi's arrival, Cremaschi has proven more than capable of playing alongside the ex-Barcelona man, and has emerged as an even more vital player for Inter Miami under Gerardo 'Tata' Matino.

  With Messi's long-time team-mate Busquets, playing as the No.6, Cremaschi's energy has been vital for Miami, with the youngster asked to do a lot of running to make up for Busquets and Messi's aging legs.

  It's not just energy that Cremaschi brings, though, as the teenage midfielder has also played a part in plenty of goals. His ability to get into the final third, and contribute once there, has been key for a Miami team that has seen contributions come from all over the field since Messi has arrived.

  Cremaschi scored a vital goal in the Leagues Cup, helping lead Miami's comeback against FC Dallas that was ultimately capped off by a Messi free-kick. It was the ex-Barcelona man that stole the show, but Miami wouldn't have made it that far if not for the work done by Cremaschi earlier in the half.

  Additionally, Cremaschi has shown a cool head in big moments, scoring the decisive penalty against FC Cincinnati in the U.S. Open Cup semi-finals after proving to be such a key figure in the team's Leagues Cup run.

  The teenager has also provided four assists since Messi's arrival, with none more dazzling than his combination with his long-time idol in the recent win over the New York Red Bulls. Surrounded in the box by opposing defenders, Messi picked out the type of pass that only he can see, finding Cremaschi on the right side. Likely stunned to have even received the ball, Cremaschi made no mistake once he did get it, teeing up a wide-open Messi to cap an absurd sequence.

  Plenty of players have benefitted from Messi's arrival. Robert Taylor has become a goal machine, while Leonardo Campana and Josef Martinez have both found their scoring boots. But it could be argued that Cremaschi is benefitting the most from being taken under Messi's wing so far in Miami and, even in Messi's shadow, the spotlight on the teenager has grown brighter and brighter.

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  'Living the dream'

  None of this is being lost on Cremaschi, who understands exactly how absurd his life has become this summer.

  His father was a professional rugby player, representing Argentina at international level. And, like all Argentinians his age, Cremaschi was raised on Messi highlights and a seemingly endless supply of Messi goals. Now, instead of watching those goals on YouTube, he's helping to create them. Cremaschi, even after 11 games, is still stunned by it all.

  “Messi tries to help us young guys, to understand what they need," he recently told . "We just try to absorb everything that he says because obviously he is the best player in the world. We are living the dream here, I’m enjoying it. I know when I go out there I have to kill it, but I’m living a huge dream.

  "Sometimes I sit down and think about the position that I'm in, and it's incredible. I never believed I would be in the spot like I am today, and I just know I have to keep working and work for more."

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  International beginnings

  Despite his tender years, Cremaschi currently finds himself in the middle of a tug-of-war, with Messi on one side and the USMNT on the other.

  So far during his young career, Cremaschi has had opportunities with both Argentina and the U.S., featuring for both countries' youth teams. In 2022, the midfielder was part of the U.S. U20 squad that trained alongside the pre-World Cup team in October before heading to Qatar and, shortly after, he was called in to Argentina's U20s for November camp as the only non-domestic-based player to earn a call-up.

  With his breakout over the last few months, the competition for Cremaschi's international allegiance has only gotten hotter. Rumors began swirling during the summer that he could earn himself a USMNT call-up, while the midfielder has said that Messi has spoken to him about the possibility of representing Argentina in the future.

  “Not easy, but not thinking about it right now," he told in August. "I’ve been in contact with both federations and I know it’s a decision I eventually have to make, but there’s time. I’ve spoken about it with Messi, he has asked me and I love Argentina."

  However, it's the USMNT that have given him the opportunity in the September window as Cremaschi, alongside Inter Miami team-mate Drake Callendar, has been called-up by Gregg Berhalter.

Many Wolves fans have been left to fume as a transfer update emerged on Dani Ceballos.

As per El Confidencial, the Midlands club are interested in signing the Real Madrid man in the summer window, however, he is not thought to be keen on a return to the Premier League, after he spent the past two seasons on loan at Arsenal.

Given that the Molineux faithful already have the likes of Ruben Neves, Joao Moutinho, Leander Dendoncker and Morgan Gibbs-White as options in the centre of midfield, it may not be a wise idea to buy Ceballos as well, and instead strengthen in other positions.

The Spain international was not exactly inspiring with the Gunners either, scoring no goals and making just three assists in 40 games in total over all competitions in the 2020/21 season (Transfermarkt).

Wolves fans on Ceballos transfer update

These WWFC supporters fumed as the transfer update was shared on Twitter:

“Oh my god pls no”

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“NEXT”

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“Yeah hell no”

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“Doesn’t want to return to the Premier League? Oh that’s a shame. NEXT!!”

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“Only pops up for 10 mins a game.”

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“Nah”

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In other news, find out who Bruno Lage has asked the Wanderers to sign here!

Details of where the Liga MX clubs play their home games across Mexico, including stadium name, capacity, Google map location and more…

Liga MX, the top-tier professional football league in Mexico, captures the hearts of millions of passionate fans across the nation. Beyond the exhilarating matches and talented players, the league is also distinguished by its diverse array of stadiums that serve as the battlegrounds for these thrilling encounters.

From the historic and iconic venues to the modern architectural marvels, each stadium holds a unique charm that adds to the rich tapestry of Mexican football.

Whether you're a devoted fan, an avid traveler, or simply curious about the football culture in Mexico, Liga MX stadiums will have your undivided attention. Here GOAL takes you through the Liga MX stadiums that make Mexican football truly extraordinary. Let us uncover the details of these Liga MX stadiums that are not just venues, but hallowed grounds for football lovers across Mexico.

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  Club America | Aztec Stadium

  Stadium name:	Aztec Stadium
  Location:	Mexico City
  Capacity:	87,253

  Estadio Azteca is the official home of football clubs Club America and Cruz Azul, as well as the Mexico national team. The stadium has a capacity of 87,523, making it the largest stadium in Mexico and Latin America. It is also the eighth-largest association football stadium in the world.

  Estadio Azteca was built in 1966 and hosted the 1970 and 1986 FIFA World Cups. It is the only stadium in the world to have hosted two World Cup finals. It is an iconic stadium with a rich history and is a must-visit for any football fan.

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  Atlas | Jalisco Stadium

  Stadium name:	Jalisco Stadium
  Location:	Jalisco
  Capacity:	56,713

  Jalisco Stadium is the third-largest stadium in Mexico, with a capacity of 56,713 spectators. The stadium is home to Liga MX team Atlas and was built in 1960. The stadium is named after the state of Jalisco.

  Jalisco Stadium was opened in 1960 and hosted games in the 1970 and 1986 FIFA World Cups. The stadium is named after the state of Jalisco, in which Guadalajara is located.

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  Atletico San Luis | Alfonso Lastras Stadium

  Stadium name:	Alfonso Lastras Stadium
  Location:	San Luis Potosi
  Capacity:	25,709

  Alfonso Lastras Stadium is a multi-use stadium located in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, and is currently used mostly for football matches and music concerts. It is currently the home of Liga MX team Atletico San Luis.

  It is named after the late Alfonso Lastras Ramirez, the co-founder of a former football club named Cachorros de San Luis. Estadio Alfonso Lastras hosted Mexico's 2018 World Cup qualifier match against Trinidad and Tobago in October 2017.

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  Guadalajara | Akron Stadium

  Stadium name:	Akron Stadium
  Location:	Jalisco
  Capacity:	49,850

  Akron Stadium is a modern stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico, that is home to Liga MX side Guadalajara. It was built in 2007 and opened in 2010, and has a capacity of 49,850.

  Akron Stadium has hosted several international matches and is a candidate to host a few matches in the next edition of the World Cup.

Mikel Arteta's pursuit of Brentford's No.1 is unsurprising as it became clear during last season's title run-in that he needs a better goalkeeper

The confirmation of Arsenal's interest in signing David Raya upset some supporters, which was hardly surprising. The Gunners' first-choice goalkeeper, Aaron Ramsdale, is something of a cult hero at the Emirates. He may have only arrived in north London from Sheffield United in the summer of 2021, but it wasn't long before he was regularly winning Arsenal Player of the Month awards, which are voted for by the fans.

And his popularity wasn't just secured due his acrobatics in between the sticks, even if they undoubtedly played a part. For example, goalkeeping icon Peter Schmeichel described the way in which he kept out a free-kick from Leicester's James Maddison in October 2021 as "the best save I've seen for years". Ramsdale also became a firm fan favourite for his very obvious love of playing for Arsenal. As a result, the scepticism which surrounded his £24 million ($31m) signing soon gave way to adoration.

Ramsdale was a player who wore his heart on his sleeve and the crowd loved him for it. His sense of humour also helped, of course, with Ramsdale appearing in an amusing ad which also featured Gunners great David Seaman.

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  'Honoured that you guys have welcomed me'

  When he signed a contract extension in May of this year, he even publicly thanked the fans for the way in which they had warmed to a player who had been relegated in his two previous seasons in the Premier League – first with Sheffield United and then again at Bournemouth.

  "I know you guys probably weren't overly excited by my signing – and I totally get it," he confessed. "I don't have any right to come here and expect you all to rate me from the get-go. This is a huge club and it's had some top-class goalkeepers along the way. But fair play, once I got into the team and I got my chance, I felt like we understood each other a lot more. I feel your love, and I feel like you feel mine as well.

  "Hopefully, you get the idea that I give everything out there… I know I'm not from around here, but you lot make me feel like I am. I get messages and love from people all around the world, so I know how big the club is.

  "You guys have taken my family in, making my dad feel like a superstar. It really gives a family feel to the football club. You make matchday so special and I can't imagine anywhere else for my home stadium to be, or my home. I feel honoured that you guys have welcomed me in and I feel honoured that the staff want me to stay. So, it was the easiest decision in the world to commit my future, to The Arsenal. So, let's keep moving forward as a club, and make some more special memories."

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  Why Areta wants Raya

  However, there is now the distinct possibility that his mutual love affair will end in heartbreak because Arsenal's mere interest in Raya suggests that Arteta is not entirely happy with Ramsdale – and that's entirely understandable.

  It's been reported that the Spanish manager is simply trying to strengthen his squad. He allegedly wants two quality players competing for every starting sport – which is obviously the dream of every manager. However, the Raya transfer talk clearly spells trouble for Ramsdale – just as his signing signalled the end of Bernd Leno's spell as Arsenal's No.1. After all, it's not like Arsenal are going to pay more than £40m ($50m) for a new goalkeeper and leave him sitting on the bench.

  There's a reason why Bayern Munich are also chasing Raya: he was outstanding for Brentford last season. As any Fantasy Football fan will tell you, he scored more points than any other goalkeeper in the Premier League. He kept 12 clean sheets – just two fewer than Ramsdale, who was playing in a title-challenging team – and had a far better save percentage (77 to 68.6).

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  Arteta wants an upgrade on Ramsdale

  However, the real reason why Arsenal are looking for a new No.1 is clearly Ramsdale's unreliability. No goalkeeper made more errors leading to shots in the Premier League last season (six), while two of his mistakes resulted in goals, including the wayward pass that led to the Gunners falling 1-0 behind just 28 seconds into their costly draw with Southampton at the Emirates.

  Indeed, by that stage, it was clear that Arsenal weren't really strong enough from a defensive perspective to win the title. They ended up conceding 43 goals in total – 10 more than Manchester City and Newcastle, and as many as Manchester United – and suffered a dreadful dip following William Saliba's season-ending injury.

  The arrival of the versatile Jurrien Timber should help address the lack of strength in depth at the back but Arteta clearly – and rightly – feels that he requires an upgrade on Ramsdale.

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  Ramsdale not an elite goalkeeper

  Erik ten Hag reached a similar conclusion at Manchester United, ruthlessly disposing of David de Gea – who won the Premier League's Golden Glove last season – because he wanted a goalkeeper as good at playing passes out from the back as keeping clean sheets. And the Dutchman is being commended for his conviction.

  Arteta should be just as lauded for his clear-sightedness. Ramsdale is undeniably a good goalkeeper, but not good enough for a team with title aspirations. If Arsenal were to let him leave, he wouldn't even be considered by another elite European team.

  Truth be told, Ramsdale wouldn't even rank among the top 20 goalkeepers in the game today. Let's face it, this is by no means a golden era for English goalkeepers and yet the 25-year-old was an unused substitute at the 2022 World Cup, with the desperately limited Jordan Pickford deemed a more trustworthy option by national team coach Gareth Southgate.

Ashley Young has been linked with a return to Aston Villa, and plenty of Villa fans have been reacting to what Sky Sports have said on a potential deal.

Inter Milan are willing to let Young go this summer, with Villa, Watford and Burnley all keen on his services.

Sky Sports claim Villa are expected to open talks with Young’s representatives this week, with a move to Watford now looking unlikely following talks.

The 35-year-old, who helped Inter win Serie A last season by playing in three different positions, has turned down a new deal at the San Siro.

Villa have already signed Emiliano Buendia in a club-record deal and it appears as if Young could well be the next through the door in the Midlands, should talks go well.

Villa fans react

@villareport shared Sky Sports’ update on talks between the two expected to take place this week.

This is what these Villa supporters had to say in reply, with many thrilled.

“in tears can’t wait my hero is coming home”

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“Buzzing”

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“Underrated move this. Big fan of it. You don’t play 26 games in a title-winning Italian team if you’ve “lost it” as some people have been saying. He’s been at top clubs competing for trophies since he left. His knowledge and experience alone will be brilliant for us.”

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“bring him home”

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“OMG ITS HAPPENING”

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“If he brings back the snood I’ll pay his wages myself”

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In other news: Many AVFC fans react to Jack Grealish latest, find out more here. 

After the Arsenal star was ruled out of this summer's tournament with an ACL injury, who will step up in her absence?

On Friday, England were dealt the news that they will be without captain Leah Williamson for this summer's Women's World Cup.

It's a hammer blow for so many reasons. The Arsenal star is the Lionesses' leader and an excellent centre-back who forms part of such a formidable back line.

Not only does head coach Sarina Wiegman need to select the personality best-suited to taking her armband, but also the right player to replace her in the heart of defence.

The latter might not have the most straightforward solution. With the versatility that exists throughout the England player pool, there are a number of possible options and the route the coach takes could have quite a domino effect.

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GOAL takes a look at the candidates to captain the Lionesses at the 2023 Women's World Cup, who could replace Williamson in the starting line-up and who might take her spot in the squad as a whole with the reshuffle that may be needed.

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  Millie Bright

  When Williamson was missing from England squads during the first half of the season due to an ankle injury, it was Millie Bright, her centre-back partner, who took over the role as the Lionesses' captain.

  The Chelsea defender is currently sidelined with her own knee injury and expected to be out for several weeks. But if she is fit in time for the World Cup, it is expected that she will wear the armband.

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  Lucy Bronze

  Another candidate for captaincy is Lucy Bronze. The Barcelona full-back has assumed the role before but not under Wiegman. She boasts a wealth of experience, having won 18 major honours – including three Champions League titles – with five different clubs.

  Bronze is likely to be near the top of the list when it comes to the coach's options for the armband and could certainly come into consideration if Bright does not recover from the injury that has kept her out since late March.

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  Alex Greenwood

  Like Bright, Alex Greenwood has worn the captain's armband for England this season, leading the team out in the Arnold Clark Cup in February when they faced Italy. Not only is she a contender to take Williamson's role as skipper, though, but also her spot in the centre of defence.

  Greenwood has often been Wiegman's go-to to play there when Williamson or Bright have been missing, or when Williamson has been deployed in midfield, and she is probably the most likely candidate to partner the latter at the 2023 Women's World Cup now.

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  Jess Carter

  When England were without Bright during the April international window, Wiegman moved Greenwood into centre-back and had her role at left-back, that she played in during February's games, filled by Jess Carter.

  The Chelsea star is a very versatile player, capable of operating in any position in the backline and also in midfield. With Williamson dropping out of the line-up, moving Greenwood inside would open up a spot in the XI on the left of that defence that Carter could well be chosen to occupy.

With Ange Postecoglou finally announced as the new manager of Celtic, the Hoops can now crack on with a busy summer of recruitment.

After such a dismal campaign, the Bhoys will need to get their efforts spot on if they are to usurp their biggest rivals again.

What’s the word?

One of the players who Celtic have been linked with signing is Charlie Wyke.

The striker is out of contract with Sunderland and is yet to pen new terms, meaning he could leave the North East club on a free transfer.

A fresh update from the Northern Echo (via Nottingham Post) suggests that the Mackems are continuing negotiations over his future but that he has received ‘alternative offers’ from other teams.

The Hoops aren’t the only side interested with Wyke attracting the eyes of Cardiff, Middlesbrough Millwall and Ipswich.

Should Celtic sign him?

Wyke’s record this season was nothing short of sensational as Sunderland just missed out on promotion from League One.

The 28-year-old registered an incredible haul of 3o strikes, taking his tally in the red and white to 41 goals in only 113 outings.

Supporters might have concerns over his ability at a higher level but he is a bullish forward who has the potential to cause havoc in the Premiership.

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Standing at a colossal height of 6 foot 2, the attacker is particularly dominant in the air. That being said, he also has decent feet for such a tall player.

This term, Wyke netted as many as 12 goals with his head, battering opponents to one side in robust style.

Described as “clinical” by Sunderland boss Lee Johnson, Postecoglou could evoke memories of his fellow Australian, Mark Viduka, by signing him.

Like Wyke, the striker was clinical and particularly dangerous in the air.

Describing the former Celtic star in an article for Planet Football, it reads: “This was Peak Viduka: a threat in the air but majestic with the ball at his feet. To trot out the ‘good touch for a big man’ cliche fails to do him justice. He had a brilliant touch for any man. He just happened to be big as well.”

The Aussie only spent the best part of 18 months in Glasgow but amassed an eye-catching haul of 30 goals in just 37 outings.

It would be typical now the Hoops have his countryman in charge to discover a striker of similar ilk but that’s precisely why Wyke must be signed.

He’d offer something entirely different to Odsonne Edouard and the other forward’s in Celtic’s frontline.

AND in other news, Celtic eye move for “brilliant” 47-goal star, he’d be a fantastic Edouard successor…

How to watch Portugal vs Liechtenstein in the Euro 2024 qualification stage from the UK, US, and India, as well as kick-off time and team news

Portugal will hope to begin their new era under Roberto Martinez with a win against Liechtenstein in their Euro 2024 qualificationopener on Thursday.

⚽️ Where to watch Portugal vs Liechtenstein in the UK

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New boss Martinez is seeking to raise spirits after a heart-breaking defeat at the hands of an inspired Morocco side in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Martinez has named Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in his squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers. Ronaldo left Manchester United in November before joining Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, and has netted nine goals in 10 appearances for his new team. It remains to be seen if the former Real Madrid and Juventus star can make an impact for the national team under the new head coach.

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Euro 2024 qualifying fixture Portugal vs Liechtenstein, plus team news, recent form and more.

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  Kick-off time

  Date:	March 23, 2023
  Kick-off time:	7.45pm GMT / 3.45pm EDT / 1.15am IST (March 24)
  Venue:	Estádio José Alvalade

  The game is scheduled for March 23, 2023 at Estádio José Alvalade. It will kick off at 7.45pm GMT in the UK, 3.45pm EDT in the US and 1.15am IST (on March 24) in India.

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  How to watch Portugal vs Liechtenstein online – TV channels & live streams

  TV channels & streaming options

  Country	TV channel	Live stream
  UK	Viaplay Xtra	Viaplay Xtra
  U.S.	N/A	ViX, DAZN
  India	Sony Ten 1 SD/HD	Sony LIV

  The Euro 2024 qualifying round match between Portugal and Liechtenstein will be broadcast on Viaplay Xtra in the UK.

  In the U.S., the match can be streamed on Vix and DAZN.

  Fans in India can catch all the action on the Sony Sports Network.

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  Team news & squads

  Portugal team news

  Cristiano Ronaldo is back for Portugal after a disappointing World Cup campaign, and the 38-year-old is now set to make history as the most-capped men's player in history.

  Martinez has picked more or less the same squad that played in Qatar. Veteran defender Pepe was initially included in the roster but had to be dropped due to an injury.

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers:	Costa, Sa, Patricio
  Defenders:	Silva, Pereira, Leite, Inacio, Cancelo, Dalot, Mendes, Guerreiro, Dias
  Midfielders:	Fernandes, Palhinha, Mario, Nunes, Otavio, Neves, Vitinha, Silva
  Forwards:	Ronaldo, Jota, Ramos, Felix, Leao

  Liechtenstein team news

  The Liechtenstein squad includes Noah Frick, who is the son of the country's all-time top scorer Mario Frick. His brother Yannick Frick, however, has failed to make the cut as they prepare to take on Portugal.

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers:	Buchel, Ospelt, Lorenzo
  Defenders:	Traber, Malin, Yildiz, Gassner, Hofer
  Midfielders:	Wolfinger, Luchinger, Netzer, Sele, Frick, Lorenz, Salanovic, Weiser, Meier, F. Wolfinger, S. Wolfinger, Frommelt, Hasner
  Forwards:	Beck, Kardesoglu, Marxer

  Head-to-head record

  Date	Result	Competition
  August 13, 2009	Liechtenstein 0-3 Portugal	Friendly
  October 9, 2005	Portugal 2-1 Liechtenstein	World Cup qualification
  October 9, 2004	Liechtenstein 2-2 Portugal	World Cup qualification
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  Portugal have dominated fixtures between the two teams, with six wins and a draw from seven games. Anything other than a win will be considered a failure for Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. on Thursday.

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The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner curled in a stoppage-time free-kick to rescue a come-from-behind 4-3 win for the French champions

Paris Saint-Germain manager Christophe Galtier might just have had his job saved. With his side 3-2 down against Lille entering the final couple of minutes having taken a 2-0 lead, the writing was on the wall for a coach who had previously overseen three straight defeats.

Not every coach has players like Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi to call upon, though.

Mbappe stepped up first, prodding home Juan Bernat's pull-back to level the scores, before Messi curled home a superb low free-kick in the fifth minute of stoppage-time to send the home crowd into raptures.

It had looked pretty routine for PSG early on. Mbappe and Neymar both scored within the first 17 minutes, but Lille stuck around, and Bafode Diakite eventually benefitted, pulling one back after a well-worked corner routine.

PSG endured a miserable start to the second half, as first Neymar badly rolled an already-injured ankle and had to be stretchered off, before Lille equalised from the penalty spot through Jonathan David.

The visitors then took the lead as Jonathan Bamba fired home a fierce shot to cap a fine counter-attack, but they were unable to hold on in the face of two of the game's true superstars.

GOAL breaks down the winners & losers from Parc des Princes…

• WINNER: Kylian Mbappe

  PSG, unsurprisingly, looked far more dangerous when Mbappe was on the pitch in their 1-0 loss against Bayern Munich, and having made that return from injury, he was back in the line up on Sunday.

  What an impact he made, too. Mbappe bagged the opener with a sublime piece of skill and comfortable finish, and stretched the Lille defence throughout.

  He then found the vital equaliser in the final minutes, too, bursting into the box and poking Bernat's cut-back into the bottom corner.

  Mbappe wasn't a one man show – Messi made sure of that – but he was every bit the star performer for PSG here.

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  LOSER: Neymar

  Well, that looked like it hurt!

  Neymar has been trying to play on the same ankle he sprained at the World Cup for nearly six weeks. It was, perhaps, always bound to catch up with him.

  And so it did on Sunday, as he badly twisted his ankle early in the second half. He was unable to walk off himself, and had to be stretchered from the field.

  PSG play Bayern Munich in the Champions League in 17 days, and Neymar now appears to be a serious doubt for that fixture.

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  WINNER: Lionel Messi

  Messi was anonymous for 90 minutes here. The Argentine hardly touched the ball. And aside from a covert dummy in the build up to PSG's second goal, his impact on the game had been minimal.

  But that's kind of how Messi is these days. The World Cup winner has become a 'moments' player; a footballer who can simply pick his spots to show up at this point.

  And on Sunday he did just that, scoring a wonderful free-kick deep into stoppage time to seal a dramatic late win for a PSG side that badly needed it.

  Mbappe may have been the most consistent contributor on the day and across the season for PSG, but Messi is still the best to ever do it, and he's not tired of showing it yet.

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  LOSER: Nuno Mendes

  Can he ever catch a break?

  Nuno Mendes isn't the finished article at full-back, but he's a serious talent, and has shown immense potential in his first 18 months in Paris.

  Injury struggles have stunted his development this season, though, and they popped up again on Sunday.

  Mendes exited the game in the first half with a foot injury, another blemish on what has become a difficult campaign for the Portugal international.

  PSG will hope it's not too serious; his pace will be vital against Bayern's speedy wingers in two-and-a-half weeks' time.