Breaking The Trophy Droughts

Magic has been in the air this year, giving us fairytale stories across football’s landscape. League champions around the world have largely followed the script, but knockout competitions have spat out a list of unexpected winners. From underdogs few would consider to sleeping giants awakening, here is a list of the shock champions with the length of their trophy drought in brackets, writes Mark Lemke.

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Real Madrid announce appointment of Xabi Alonso
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Real Madrid announce appointment of Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid have officially announced the appointment of Spanish tactician Xabi Alonso as their new manager.

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Kerkez gives insight into his experience at Bournemouth
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Kerkez gives insight into his experience at Bournemouth

Showmax caught up with AFC Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez in an exclusive interview ahead of their final Premier League encounter against Leicester City on Sunday.

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Spurs crowned Europa League champions to end 17 year trophy drought
Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-Min lifts the UEFA Europa League trophy following the UEFA Europa League final at the Estadio de San Mames in Bilbao, Spain. Picture date: Wednesday May 21, 2025.

Spurs crowned Europa League champions to end 17 year trophy drought

Tottenham Hotspur ended their 17-year trophy drought after they beat Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final at the San Mames Barria in Bilbao.

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Barca edge Real in seven-goal thriller
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Barca edge Real in seven-goal thriller

Barcelona stretched their lead at the top of the La Liga standings after securing a dramatic 4-3 victory over rivals Real Madrid in an entertaining El Clasico clash at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

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PSG set up UCL final with Inter after Arsenal win
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PSG set up UCL final with Inter after Arsenal win

Paris Saint-Germain secured their place in the Champions League final following their 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday evening.

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Inter edge Barca in seven goal thriller to reach UCL final
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Inter edge Barca in seven goal thriller to reach UCL final

Inter Milan advanced to the Champions League final after claiming a thrilling 4-3 victory over Barcelona at the San Siro on Tuesday evening. (more…)

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“I needed a change” – Trent Alexander-Arnold
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“I needed a change” – Trent Alexander-Arnold

England international Trent Alexander-Arnold has announced he is leaving Liverpool at the end of the season.

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