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/ 127 days agoRodrigo De Paul sends clear message to Lionel Messi after Inter Miami debut
Despite not having a preseason, De Paul impressed with his sharp passing—completing 54 out of 58 attempts—and was involved in the build-up to both the near goal by Messi and the game-winner by Marcelo Weigandt.

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/ 127 days agoPulisic faces teammate woes: Why Santiago Giménez won’t join AC Milan’s preseason tour
Santiago Giménez will officially say goodbye to Feyenoord fans this Saturday during a preseason friendly against Wolfsburg at De Kuip Stadium. The Mexican striker will be honored at halftime for his contributions to the club.

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/ 127 days agoVideo: Cristiano Ronaldo scores equalizer goal in Al-Nassr vs. Toulouse friendly match
Cristiano Ronaldo found the net again, scoring the equalizer in Al-Nassr’s friendly against Toulouse at the Untersberg Arena in Austria. It wasn’t a spectacular finish, but a classic striker’s goal—precise, composed, and in the right place at the right time.

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/ 127 days agoWill Lionel Messi play today? Confirmed lineups for Inter Miami vs Atlas in Leagues Cup 2025
All eyes are on Lionel Messi as he returns to the starting lineup for Inter Miami’s opening match against Atlas. The Argentine star, alongside Luis Suárez and Sergio Busquets, headlines a powerful XI aiming to start the tournament strong at Chase Stadium in Florida.

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/ 127 days agoCould Robert Lewandowski leave Barcelona and join Cristiano Ronaldo? Saudi Pro League interest
Saudi Arabian clubs have the financial muscle to offer veteran players like Robert Lewandowski multi-year deals with astronomical salaries—something FC Barcelona might not be able to match, especially with the striker entering the final year of his contract.

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/ 128 days agoRef-Cam makes history: FIFA approves Club World Cup innovation for all leagues
The Ref Cam gave fans something they’ve never seen before: the referee’s real-time perspective of the game. From controversial calls to emotional interactions with players, the footage went viral and changed how people viewed the officiating role.

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/ 128 days agoMbappé takes the No. 10, Asensio gets 17: Will Endrick inherit the iconic No. 9 at Real Madrid?
After a debut season with 44 goals in 59 matches, Kylian Mbappé has officially taken over the No. 10 shirt at Real Madrid, following the departure of Luka Modric. The number holds historic significance, previously worn by legends like Figo, Modric, and Puskás.

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/ 128 days agoBarcelona unveils emotional tribute jersey to honor Kobe Bryant’s legacy with a special edition kit
Barcelona’s 2025-26 away kit honors Kobe Bryant through a collaboration with his Nike brand. The jersey features a light gold tone with Persian violet and black accents — echoing the colors of the teams Kobe played for during his career.

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/ 128 days agoCristiano Ronaldo could be joined by Club World Cup champion as Al Nassr builds a dream team
As Al Nassr reshapes its squad, Cristiano Ronaldo remains the driving force behind the club’s ambitions. From the locker room to the front office, the Portuguese star’s presence is central.

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/ 128 days agoWhen and where will the 2026 World Cup draw take place: And why isn’t it in a host city?
Allegiant Stadium wasn't selected as a World Cup venue due to field size issues and renovation concerns. Vegas chose not to take the risk.

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/ 128 days agoVancouver Whitecaps take lead on Thomas Müller deal: Only discovery rights remain
Vancouver Whitecaps are currently leading the race to sign Thomas Müller, but must first acquire his MLS discovery rights from FC Cincinnati, who initially expressed interest in the German star.

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/ 129 days agoLeagues Cup 2025: New format, full Schedule, and all 36 teams confirmed
The 2025 Leagues Cup will feature only the top 18 MLS teams, while all Liga MX clubs will participate as usual. The 36 clubs are divided into East and West regions, with each team facing three opponents from the other league in the group stage.

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/ 129 days agoLegendary European club targets Neymar: Could he leave Santos?
Santos fans accused Neymar of being a ‘mercenary’ — the player responded emotionally, saying he’ll leave if supporters feel he’s hurting the club.

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/ 129 days agoBarcelona blames “massive attack” after streaming failure during Japan friendly
Barcelona faced major streaming issues during their preseason opener against Vissel Kobe in Japan, caused by a cyberattack that overwhelmed the club’s digital platforms and prevented subscribers from accessing the match.

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/ 129 days agoChristian Pulisic speaks out after starring in AC Milan’s upset win over Liverpool in preseason friendly
Christian Pulisic delivered a brilliant assist to open the scoring in AC Milan’s 4–2 win over Liverpool in Hong Kong, continuing to make his mark during the club’s Asia-Pacific tour.
