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Thursday Kickoff: Schweinsteiger, Bale, Platini and more

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Manchester United has an important day on Thursday, as it attempts to come back in the UEFA Europa League, and the club has received a boost before the game in the form of some good news.

After suffering a torn medial ligament, Man United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger is confident he will not miss Euro 2016, and he expects to start running again in the next five days. (REPORT)

The Red Devils are also reportedly the frontrunner to sign 18-year-old Benfica talent Renato this summer, beating out Real Madrid for his signature. (REPORT)

Senior members of Real Madrid are reportedly troubled by Gareth Bale’s seemingly constant injuries, and are looking into selling him this summer. (REPORT)

Michel Platini, who had his appeal denied but eight-year ban from soccer reduced to six years by FIFA, called the decision “insulting,” and believes himself to be a “victim.” (REPORT)

Arsenal head coach Arsene Wenger provided an injury update on Thursday, saying Gabriel Paulista is potentially available to play this weekend, while Tomas Rosicky, Santi Cazorla, Jack Wilshere, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will not be available on Sunday. (REPORT)

Manchester City head coach Manuel Pellegrini believes Wednesday’s UCL road victory over Dynamo Kiev justifies his recent young lineup selection, which was demolished be Chelsea, 5-1, in the FA Cup. (REPORT)

WEDNESDAY REWIND

Jozy Altidore has suffered yet another hamstring injury, and is questionable for Toronto FC’s opening game against the New York Red Bulls on March 6. (REPORT)

Despite playing to a 0-0 tie vs. Santos Laguna at home, the LA Galaxy’s new players impressed in their first competitive game of the season. (REPORT)

After re-signing alongside teammate and friend Giles Barnes, forward Will Bruin is eager to bring playoff soccer back to the Houston Dynamo. (REPORT)

Minnesota United released stadium renderings on Thursday. (REPORT)

Veteran defender Clarence Goodson is coming off a great year in MLS, and wants to continue that run this season while also helping some of the younger San Jose Earthquakes players along the way. (REPORT)

When do you expect Schweinsteiger to return? Will Bale be sold by Real Madrid this summer?

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