David De Gea received treatment for an injury at half-time during Spain’s 1-1 draw in Sweden before aggravating the problem and withdrawing in the second half, according to Spain boss Robert Moreno.
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Ernesto Valverde questions Barcelona’s two late red cards in Sevilla win
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Maurizio Sarri: Juventus overtaking Inter Milan has little meaning at this time
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Matty finish a bonus for Bruce against struggling former club
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