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Ronaldo on Yamal: “Let him grow”
During his media appearance on Saturday ahead of the UEFA Nations League final between Portugal and Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo spoke about Spanish teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. The Portuguese captain expressed admiration for the Barcelona winger’s early success but cautioned against putting excessive expectations on the 17-year-old. “He’s making the most of his ability,” Ronaldo said,…
Read MoreBarcelona weighing up free move for Perisic
After a successful debut campaign that brought three trophies to Camp Nou, Hansi Flick is not planning a complete squad overhaul. While large-scale changes are off the table, the German coach is expected to add a few fresh names to his roster. One area of ongoing speculation is the goalkeeper position, with Marc-André ter Stegen’s…
Read MoreMilan eye Tillman as Reijnders close to City move
Tijjani Reijnders is on the brink of becoming a Manchester City player, with medical tests scheduled to take place on Sunday. The midfielder has been granted permission to temporarily leave the Netherlands national team camp to complete the required examinations. This was confirmed by Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman during a press conference. The transfer, which…
Read MoreYamals’s double helps Spain edge France in dramatic nine-goal showdown
Spain secured a place in the Nations League final after a breathtaking 5-4 victory over France in Stuttgart, with 17-year-old Lamine Yamal scoring twice. The Barcelona teenager, considered a potential Ballon d’Or winner this year, played a key role in building a dominant lead for his team. Goals from Nico Williams and Mikel Merino gave…
Read MoreAncelotti’s first game ends in a goalless draw
Carlo Ancelotti’s debut as Brazil head coach ended without a goal as his team played out a 0-0 draw against Ecuador in World Cup qualifying. The match in Guayaquil saw the five-time champions unable to find a breakthrough despite several attempts. Flamengo’s Gerson went closest to scoring for the visitors but was denied by a…
Read MoreLuis Díaz open to summer move amid Barcelona interest
Liverpool forward Luis Díaz has suggested he is open to a potential summer transfer, revealing that he is currently in talks with other clubs. The Colombian international, who has two years remaining on his current contract, has attracted strong interest from Barcelona, despite the Spanish club’s financial constraints. During a press conference while on international…
Read MoreDembele and Yamal clash in Nations League semi-final
Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal, two of the top contenders for this year’s Ballon d’Or, will meet on Thursday night when France faces Spain in Stuttgart at 20:00 BST. The winner will progress to Sunday’s final to take on Portugal. Both players arrive at this international fixture after outstanding club seasons and decisive performances in…
Read MoreToney rewarded for form after surprise England recall
Many believed Ivan Toney had put his international career at risk when he transferred to Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia last summer. With the move came expectations that the striker would drift out of contention for the England squad, hidden from the spotlight of European football. However, head coach Thomas Tuchel defied expectations by selecting Toney…
Read MoreChelsea sign Liam Delap from Ipswich in £30m move
Chelsea have confirmed the arrival of striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town in a deal worth £30 million. The 22-year-old has committed to a six-year stay at Stamford Bridge after the London club triggered a relegation clause in his contract following Ipswich’s drop from the Premier League. The agreement includes an initial £20 million payment,…
Read MoreInzaghi leaves Inter Milan after Champions League final loss
Simone Inzaghi has left Inter Milan by what the club described as a “mutual agreement” just three days after a heavy 5-0 defeat to Paris St-Germain in the Champions League final. The 49-year-old Italian, who took charge of the Serie A side in 2021, has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.…
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