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Despite opening the scoring in the derby, the Cottagers were undone by two late goals, including a stoppage-time strike that handed Chelsea all three points.

Despite his recent absence, the 28-year-old remains one of seven Nottingham Forest players nominated for the Premier League Team of the Season.

Sadiq, who has made a significant impact since arriving in January, was left out of the starting XI in Valencia’s 1-1 draw away at Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

The 23-year-old striker was at the heart of an electrifying encounter that saw both sides go toe to toe in a match packed with attacking flair and end-to-end action.

Sadiq, 28, currently on loan from Real Sociedad, came off the bench to rescue a point for Los Che, netting his fifth goal of the season just nine minutes after being introduced.

Galatasaray remain top of the Turkish Super Lig, extending their lead to six points over second-placed Fenerbahce, who are set to play later in the weekend.

Tella’s availability will also give Alonso more depth in attack as Leverkusen look to maintain momentum in the Bundesliga.

The 35-year-old now faces a spell on the sidelines and may require minor surgery, though he hopes to return with a protective face mask.

Rangers eventually bowed out of the competition with a 2-0 aggregate loss, even Former Rangers forward Ally McCoist, criticizing the officiating.

The 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations will also serve as the African qualification tournament for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, with the top four teams guaranteed automatic qualification.