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Summary

In a dynamic roundup of football news, Martín Anselmi expresses ignorance about Jorge Sánchez's potential signing with Cruz Azul, while Samau Vergara dismisses rumors of Carlos Vela joining, emphasizing the lack of contact. Gerardo Arteaga bids farewell to Europe after an expulsion, and Santiago Jiménez's penalty woes contribute to a goalless draw for Fenor. Mexican players shine abroad, with notable performances and goals. Rafael Márquez hints at readiness to replace Xavi Hernández, amidst Barcelona's tense atmosphere. Chicharito's arrival at Chivas sparks debate, praised for his potential impact despite skepticism about championship prospects. The script also highlights Girona's leadership in the Spanish league, Liverpool's emotional victory, and Manchester United's success in the FA Cup.

Takeaways

• 😟Martín Anselmi denied knowing about Jorge Sánchez's potential move to Cruz Azul.
• 😃Samuel Vergara also denied Carlos Vela coming to Chivas.
• 😐Gerardo Arteaga was sent off in his last Europa match for RC Genk.
• 😟Santiago Jiménez struggled again and missed a penalty for AEK Athens.
• 😃Orbelín Pineda and Johan Vásquez earned starts and put in good shifts for their clubs.
• 😊Chicharito received a spectacular welcome at his Chivas presentation.
• 😟Not everyone welcomed Chicharito, including a confrontational interview with David Faitelson.
• 😃The Mexican players at Sporting Gijón all scored in a 3-0 win.
• 😊Rafa Márquez said he would not turn down the Barcelona job if offered.
• 😃Liverpool and Man United advanced to the next round of the FA Cup.

Q & A

What did Martín Anselmi say about Jorge Sánchez's potential transfer to Cruz Azul?

Anselmi said he honestly does not know anything about Jorge Sánchez's potential transfer to Cruz Azul. He acknowledged that Sánchez is an important international player, but stated he has no information on the status of any transfer.

What did Vergara say about the possibility of Carlos Vela joining Chivas?

Vergara clearly stated there has been no contact between Chivas and Vela regarding a transfer. He said Vela is a great player and will always have a place at Chivas, but signing him is not something the club is pursuing right now.

How did Gerardo Arteaga's last game for Genk go?

Arteaga was sent off in the 85th minute of Genk's draw after grabbing an opponent by the neck. He is leaving Genk and returning to Liga MX to play for Monterrey.

What happened with Santiago Jiménez and penalty kicks?

Jiménez struggled in Fenor's goalless draw and missed another penalty kick. Penalties have been his weakness recently, missing 4 of his last 5 attempts.

How are the Mexican players doing at Sporting de Gijón?

Esteban Pavez, Kevin Picon, and Rafael Márquez all scored in Sporting Gijón's 3-0 win over Colunga. The Mexican trio continues to excel for Sporting's reserve squad.

What was Rafa Márquez's response when asked about potentially replacing Xavi at Barcelona?

Márquez said an opportunity like that is hard to turn down. He said he would make himself available and try to do the best possible job if it came up.

How did Barcelona executives react to Márquez's comments?

According to reports, Barcelona executives were bothered by Márquez's statements. They felt his experience should have prevented him from engaging in speculation stirred up by the media.

What was Chicharito's response when asked about claims he lacks focus due to off-field interests?

Chicharito denied lacking discipline or violating regulations. He said human beings have many facets and his diverse interests do not take away from his dedication and impact on the field.

What is Bofo's prediction for Chivas with Chicharito?

Bofo thinks Chicharito will score many goals for Chivas and the team will play well. However, he doesn't see them winning the championship due to many factors.

What milestone did Girona reach that past championship teams have achieved?

With their win, Girona reached 55 points in 22 matches. All previous teams to reach 55 points at this stage went on to win the Spanish league title.