Espanyol fires Manolo González after Copa del Rey defeat to Sestao River

RCD Espanyol has sacked manager Manolo González following a 4-3 defeat to Sestao River in the Copa del Rey. This loss adds to the club's ongoing struggles, prompting the board to search for a new coach. Meanwhile, the broader financial implications of Kylian Mbappé's comments have led to a ban on LaLiga broadcasts in China, and Arsenal suffered a shocking Cup exit on penalties against fourth-tier Fleetwood Town, intensifying scrutiny on their season. Hansi Flick at Barcelona is targeting young defender Finn Jeltsch to bolster his squad.

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