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Brazil: agreement in principle reached for Carlo Ancelotti’s arrival
According to Fabrizio Romano, Carlo Ancelotti has reached an agreement in principle with Brazil to take charge of the Seleção. The Italian manager is now finalizing the formalities to officially part ways with Real Madrid, with plans to lead the… -
La Liga: Real Madrid has chosen Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement
As Carlo Ancelotti appears to be entering his final weeks on the Real Madrid bench, the club has already selected his successor. The Casa Blanca has set its sights on Argentine coach Santiago Solari. There is no longer any doubt:… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Pedri dreams of winning the prestigious trophy
FC Barcelona midfielder Pedri has admitted that he dreams of winning the Ballon d’Or in the near future. The Spanish international stated that Manchester City’s Rodri winning the coveted award in 2024 proved that midfielders who control the tempo of… -
Barça 3-2 Real Madrid: Rudiger facing potential 4 to 12-match suspension
Sent off this weekend during Real Madrid’s defeat against Barça in the Copa del Rey final, Antonio Rüdiger now faces a suspension ranging from 4 to 12 matches. This weekend’s Clasico, played as the Copa del Rey final, lived up… -
La Liga: Real Madrid preparing for Carlo Ancelotti’s departure
Ten years after his first dismissal from Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti could once again be shown the door at the end of the season. Reports from the Spanish press suggest that this outcome is becoming increasingly likely. Weakened by his… -
Transfer news: Paul Pogba still without a club, shares new message
Still searching for a club after the lifting of his doping suspension last March, Paul Pogba has posted a new message on social media. Back on the field in March after several months of suspension for doping, Paul Pogba remains… -
Champions League: PSG squad announced to face Arsenal
PSG head coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected for the Champions League clash against Arsenal this Tuesday. The squad includes both Hakimi and Dembélé. The Champions League resumes this week with the first leg of the… -
Usyk vs Dubois: Heavyweight Title Rematch Set and Full Program Revealed
The rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois for the world heavyweight title is officially scheduled for Saturday, July 19, at Wembley Stadium, organizers have announced. The much-anticipated clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois is confirmed. The two fighters… -
MLS: Without Messi and Suarez, Inter Miami Falls to Dallas
Missing key forwards Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, who were rested, Inter Miami suffered a 4-3 defeat against Dallas on Sunday evening in MLS action. Inter Miami recorded its first loss of the season this weekend. The Florida-based club fell… -
Benin: Launch of the Final West African International Cycling Tour
The 20th edition of the Benin Cycling Tour kicks off this Monday, April 28, 2025. Six stages are scheduled, running from the north to the south of the country, with the finish line set for Saturday in Cotonou. Fourteen teams,… -
Premier League: Liverpool Crowned English Champions for the 20th Time
Liverpool have been crowned champions of England for the 20th time in their history following a resounding 5-1 victory over Tottenham on Sunday. Liverpool are back on top of English football. The Reds clinched the Premier League title after a… -
Real Madrid: Tchouaméni Eager for Revenge Against Barça
After suffering three consecutive defeats against Barcelona, Real Madrid will face their archrivals once again on May 11 for the final Clasico of the season—an encounter that midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni is eagerly anticipating. Real Madrid endured their third loss of… -
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé Breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal tally from his first season at the club, after scoring his 34th goal during the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona (2-3) on Saturday. It was a bittersweet night for… -
Copa del Rey: Real Madrid could boycott the final against Barça
Real Madrid could boycott Saturday’s Copa del Rey final against FC Barcelona, according to Marca. The Casa Blanca has described comments made by officials following an interview with Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea, the referee appointed for the match, as “unacceptable.”… -
“He’s a machine”: Obafemi Martins picks the GOAT between Messi and Ronaldo
Former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins has named Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest footballer of all time (GOAT), ahead of Lionel Messi. The former Newcastle United and Inter Milan striker described Ronaldo as a “machine” who continues to score goals even… -
Liverpool’s Mac Allister responds to Real Madrid interest
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has addressed rumors linking him with a move to Real Madrid, firmly ruling out any departure this summer. Like several Premier League clubs, Real Madrid is expected to be very active during the upcoming transfer… -
Copa del Rey final – Barcelona vs Real Madrid: predicted lineups
Barcelona and Real Madrid face off this Saturday evening in Seville in the final of the Copa del Rey. What lineups can we expect from both teams? The two Spanish giants will meet at La Cartuja stadium in Seville for… -
Ligue 1: PSG collapses against Nice ahead of Arsenal Champions League clash
In a fiery encounter, PSG fell to Nice (1-3) on Friday night in Ligue 1—a heavy defeat for the Parisians just days before their crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal. The Parisians’ impressive unbeaten run in Ligue 1 has come… -
FIFA Matchday: Nigeria to face Russia next June
Nigeria will travel to Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Friday, June 6, to take on Russia, the football federations of both countries announced. Nigeria will also be participating in the June international break, which in Africa is dedicated to preparations for… -
Copa del Rey Final: Mbappé included in Real Madrid squad to face Barça
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has announced his 21-man squad for Saturday’s El Clásico against FC Barcelona—and Kylian Mbappé is in. The Olympic Stadium in Seville will host a highly anticipated clash this Saturday between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona,… -
Manchester United: André Onana set to leave, transfer fee revealed
André Onana could leave Manchester United this summer, with the club reportedly setting his transfer fee at £20 million. According to the Mirror, the Red Devils are willing to sanction the sale of the Cameroonian goalkeeper for a fee of… -
Barça: squad announced for El Clásico final against Real Madrid, with a major return
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has revealed the squad list for Saturday’s El Clásico against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. Back from injury, Marc-André ter Stegen is included in the group. The highly anticipated Copa del Rey final… -
Women’s Futsal AFCON: Cameroon suffer heavy opening loss to Morocco
Cameroon faced Morocco on Thursday evening in the group stage of the Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, and the Indomitable Lionesses fell to a crushing 7–1 defeat. It was a rough start for Cameroon at the tournament, which is… -
“I wanted to leave as much as I wanted to die” – Navas on his departure from Real Madrid
In an interview with Cadena SER, Keylor Navas opened up about his departure from Real Madrid in 2019, revealing that he left the club with a heavy heart. Having left PSG at the end of the 2023–2024 season, the Costa… -
Women’s Futsal AFCON: Angola crush Egypt to advance to the next round
Angola defeated Egypt 3–1 on Thursday during the second matchday of the Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of Nations group stage. A crucial victory for the Palancas Negras, who secured their spot in the knockout stages. The group phase of the… -
Premier League: Jamie Vardy to leave Leicester after 13 seasons
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy will leave the club at the end of this season. The Foxes announced on Thursday that Vardy will depart after 13 years at the King Power Stadium. The 38-year-old forward joined Leicester in 2012 from… -
Spain: Victor Valdés appointed head coach of fourth-division club
After coaching youth teams at FC Barcelona since retiring in 2017, former goalkeeper Victor Valdés is returning to the professional sidelines. The ex-Spain international has been appointed head coach of Real Ávila, a club competing in Spain’s fourth division. It’s… -
Real Madrid: major setback for Eduardo Camavinga
Eduardo Camavinga was forced off due to injury during Wednesday night’s 1–0 win over Getafe, and the verdict is in: the Real Madrid midfielder has suffered a complete rupture of the tendon in his left adductor. Real Madrid secured three… -
Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior faces possible two-year suspension over alleged FIFA rule violation
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior could face a two-year suspension after being accused by FIFA of owning stakes in multiple football clubs, a violation of conflict-of-interest rules. The Brazilian winger is reportedly under investigation by FIFA for allegedly breaching regulations… -
La Liga: Real Madrid edge past Getafe and stay close behind Barça
With a goal from Arda Guler before the half-hour mark, Real Madrid defeated Getafe 1–0 on Wednesday night in La Liga. A crucial win that keeps Los Blancos within four points of league leaders Barcelona. Wednesday saw the 33rd round…