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Next season's Champions League? Chelsea, Liverpool, Milan are in trouble
Of all teams in this year's Champions League, six powerhouses are in real danger of missing out next time around. Who are they, and how bad is each club's plight?


TOP HEADLINES
Wrexham fall short in thrilling FA Cup, but promotion the bigger prize in sight
Wrexham and Sheffield United delivered the twists of a Hollywood movie, but promotion to the Championship and Premier League is what matters.
Sheffield United's stoppage-time winner knocks Wrexham out of FA Cup

GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD
TUESDAY'S MATCHES

'AN EMOTIONAL NIGHTMARE'
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Flamengo wilt under high expectations and see Club World Cup dream dashed
There will be no dream final against Real Madrid for Flamengo at the Club World Cup, as the mighty Brazilian side collapsed under pressure.

LIVERPOOL'S LAMENT
Just how bad are Liverpool in 2023, and can they turn it around?
Liverpool have endured rough spells under Jurgen Klopp in the past, rebounding in impressive fashion every time, but this one feels a bit different.

TIME FOR SPANISH SOCCER TO ACT
Treatment of Vinicius is only encouraging racist abuse
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior is being kicked up and down the pitch by opponents and racially abused by fans in the stands, and Spanish football is letting it happen. Action must be taken.

MARSCH'S NEXT MOVE
Is Jesse Marsch a natural fit for the vacant USMNT role?
Does Marsch's dismissal pave the way for him to lead the U.S.?
The U.S. needs a coach and Marsch is suddenly available. Is a return to American soil knocking on his door?

MARTIAL'S FUTURE AT MAN UNITED
Can Martial stay fit enough to be part of Man United's rebuild?
It would be no surprise if Anthony Martial is a part of Man United's future plans, but fitness issues could see him miss out on the next chapter.

THE TOE POKE
Who would take Man City's titles? Ex-Liverpool stars ask: 'When is the parade?'
The Premier League's charging of Man City with breaking financial rules has led to several of Liverpool's 2013-14 nearly men wanting a title parade.
Top Headlines
- Atsu rescued, Turkish GK dies in earthquake
- Wrexham's FA Cup run ended by Sheffield United
- Ten Hag defends impact of one-goal Weghorst
- Wrexham 'disrespectful' claims Sheff Utd's Sharp
- LaLiga files complaint over Vinicius racist abuse
- Sources: Chelsea hopeful Silva will sign new deal
- Al Hilal stun Flamengo to reach CWC final
- Man Utd injury troubles worsen with Martial out
- 4 S. American countries submit joint 2030 WC bid
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