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/ 135 days agoLamine Yamal threatens Lionel Messi’s Barcelona legacy with record-breaking feats
Lamine Yamal’s ascension to Barcelona’s No. 10 shirt represents more than just a jersey number—it marks the club’s transition from the Lionel Messi era. While Messi’s legacy remains untouchable on the field, Yamal is quickly emerging as the face of a new generation.

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/ 135 days agoConfirmed: Sergio Ramos to play in MLS All-Star Game and named captain of Liga MX
Despite rumors suggesting he might skip the 2025 MLS All-Star Game, Sergio Ramos will lead the Liga MX squad against Lionel Messi and the MLS stars this Wednesday in Austin. The news was confirmed by Liga MX president Mikel Arriola, putting to rest concerns sparked by Ramos’ appearance at Rayados training just a day before the event.

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/ 135 days agoWhy Luis Suárez won’t play in the 2025 MLS All-Star Game?
While Suárez won’t play, several global icons will represent the MLS, including Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, and Hirving Lozano.

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/ 135 days agoLiga MX vs MLS All‑Star Game 2025: Projected lineups—Will Lionel Messi play?
The 2025 All-Star Game between MLS and Liga MX brings together world-renowned players with European pedigree, offering a night of football spectacle at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, that promises to raise the bar for North American soccer.

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/ 135 days agoReports suggest Kylian Mbappé will take the iconic No. 10 shirt at Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappé is set to inherit the No. 10 jersey at Real Madrid, a number worn by legends like Luka Modrić, Luis Figo and even Ferenc Puskás. It's not just a shirt—it's a statement, and Mbappé’s arrival marks the beginning of a new chapter for the most iconic club in soccer.

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/ 135 days agoJavier Mascherano could be the reason Lionel Messi skips the All-Star Game? Here’s what he said
Lionel Messi’s name is on the MLS All-Star roster, but questions remain as to whether the Inter Miami star will take the field in Austin. His absence from training and the Skills Challenge has raised eyebrows ahead of the clash against Liga MX.

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/ 135 days agoCesc Fàbregas sends three-word message to Lionel Messi about joining Como
The former Spain international confirmed talks are ongoing with high-profile players. As Como prepares to face Ajax and Celtic, its ambitions in the transfer market reflect a team aiming far higher than mere survival in Serie A.

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/ 136 days agoChampions League winner and world-class keeper joins Pumas UNAM in surprise move after Aaron Ramsey signing
With Navas forcing his way out, Newell’s Old Boys is now scrambling for a replacement before Argentina’s transfer window closes on July 24. Esteban Andrada has emerged as a top candidate. Currently at Monterrey but left out of their upcoming season plans, the former Boca Juniors and Lanús keeper could return to Argentina to fill the gap left by Navas.

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/ 136 days agoCONCACAF schedules final round of 2026 World Cup Qualification for fall 2025
CONCACAF’s final stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup will feature 12 national teams split into three groups of four. Each team will play six home-and-away matches. The winner of each group will qualify directly for the World Cup, while the two best runners-up will move on to the intercontinental playoffs, giving the region a chance to send a record eight teams to the tournament.

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/ 136 days agoChelsea in pursuit of high-profile Manchester United winger as price plummets
Manchester United set price amid Premier League interest. With the player no longer in the club’s plans, Manchester United is willing to negotiate for a fee around £40 million, signaling their intent to offload the winger this summer.

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/ 138 days agoLionel Messi sets new record to overtake Cristiano Ronaldo in historic goal battle
At 38 years old, Messi continues to dominate. He now has 18 goals and 7 assists in just 18 MLS appearances this season. Against the Red Bulls, he not only scored twice but also assisted and was involved in a key buildup play, showcasing his unmatched influence on the field.

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/ 138 days agoPost-Club World Cup chaos: Real Madrid left without preseason, sparks clash with La Liga
Despite reaching the Club World Cup semifinals, Real Madrid's request to postpone their LaLiga opener against Osasuna was denied by the league. The match is now set for August 19 at the Santiago Bernabéu, just 15 days after the squad returns from vacation.

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/ 138 days agoChristian Pulisic could soon have a new Milan teammate in one of Serie A’s top transfers this summer
Pulisic could soon have a new partner on the opposite wing at AC Milan, as the club intensifies efforts to sign a dynamic left-back who can balance the attack.

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/ 138 days agoClimate crisis may force FIFA to shift World Cup dates: Here’s why
The Club World Cup in the U.S. highlighted growing concerns about extreme summer temperatures. With global warming accelerating, experts warn that holding major soccer tournaments during the Northern Hemisphere’s summer could become increasingly hazardous for both players and fans.

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/ 138 days agoLiverpool reaches transfer agreement worth $95 million for its next star
Liverpool has reached a full agreement to sign one of Europe’s rising forwards from the Bundesliga for €95 million, including add-ons, pending a medical.
