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/ 225 days ago22 years later: Pulisic, Leao, Gimenez, and Felix aim to make Milan history in Coppa Italia
After years of heartbreak and near misses, Milan stands on the brink of domestic cup glory, with Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao, Santiago Gimenez, and Joao Felix all poised to lead the Rossoneri into the Coppa Italia final against Bologna.

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/ 225 days agoWhat sets Christian Pulisic apart at Milan? Sergio Conceicao unveils the X-Factor
Milan coach Sergio Conceicao was quick to underline what makes Christian Pulisic stand out from the rest of his squad. The Portuguese manager highlighted a single trait that sets the American apart—not his flair, not his goals, but something deeper.

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/ 225 days agoHeartbreak for Real Madrid: Two key stars out of Copa del Rey final – but Mbappe returns
Real Madrid's quest for silverware this season has taken a dramatic twist just days before their highly anticipated Copa del Rey final against arch-rivals Barcelona. Carlo Ancelotti’s men face a new crisis—not one, but two crucial players are now all but ruled out of the clash in Seville.

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/ 226 days agoChampions League bombshell: UEFA ready to end extra time – Three possible key changes fans need to know
UEFA is already considering additional changes that could significantly reshape the future of Champions League. Among them is one particularly controversial idea: the potential removal of extra time.

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/ 226 days agoPulisic and Leao crush Inter’s treble hopes as Milan marches to Coppa Italia final: Duo's ratings
Milan stunned the San Siro crowd with a commanding 3-0 win over city rivals Inter, sending the Rossoneri to the Coppa Italia final and shattering Inter’s hopes of a historic treble in the process. Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao—played pivotal roles in derailing the Nerazurri’s season, but their performances were not without nuance.

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/ 226 days agoLamine Yamal just did what Jude Bellingham had done at Real Madrid—And he is only 17
Lamine Yamal has once again made headlines—not just for his performances on the pitch, but for the level of recognition he’s now receiving internationally. And now, just like a certain Real Madrid rival before him, he’s added a glittering new award to his collection.

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/ 226 days agoIs Lionel Messi in doubt for CONCACAF semi-final? Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano clarifies star’s injury status for Vancouver Whitecaps clash
Lionel Messi, fresh off playing a full 90 minutes against the Columbus Crew, was spotted walking gingerly off the field—fueling speculation that another injury could sideline him just days before the club’s CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final clash.

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/ 226 days agoDeja vu for Neymar? Brazilian star’s fitness raises red flags as new saga sparks fresh exit rumors at Santos
Could one of soccer’s biggest icons be facing an uncertain future yet again? The whispers around Neymar Jr.’s long-term role at Santos have grown louder following his latest injury setback.

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/ 226 days agoVinicius facing career-threatening ban? FIFA investigates Real Madrid star over bizarre case
Vinicius Jr. may soon find himself facing a crisis no defender has ever presented him: a potential two-year ban from soccer. But what’s even more shocking than the possible suspension is the reason behind it—a situation that straddles the lines of business, ethics, and regulatory oversight in the modern game.

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/ 227 days agoMilan’s Coppa Italia gamble: Who among Pulisic, Gimenez, Leao, and Felix will start the battle against Inter?
As Milan prepares for its fifth and final showdown against Inter this season, one question looms large: which attacking star will lead them into battle when it matters most? With a Coppa Italia final spot and perhaps a lifeline to European qualification on the line, manager Sergio Conceicao faces his biggest selection dilemma yet.

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/ 227 days agoYou thought you knew Cristiano Ronaldo? Think again—His most overlooked Real Madrid record will leave you speechless
At Real Madrid, the story of Cristiano Ronaldo has been told in goals, trophies, and records broken. But there remains one quiet, nearly forgotten statistic that whispers something even more profound about the man who dominated an era.

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/ 227 days agoRed card and injury: Liga MX turns ugly for ex-Real Madrid icons Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez
Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez—two names etched into Real Madrid’s rich history—faced off in an intriguing Liga MX encounter that promised nostalgia and star power. They found themselves on opposite sides as Monterrey traveled to Leon for the final matchday of the Clausura 2025 season.

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/ 227 days agoWill Kylian Mbappe be fit to face Getafe in La Liga and Barcelona in Copa del Rey final? Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti weighs in
Will Kylian Mbappe be ready to face Barcelona in a showdown that could define Madrid’s season? Manager Carlo Ancelotti has weighed in—bringing both hope and suspense to the capital.

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/ 227 days agoCristiano Ronaldo left out: Why did Al-Nassr’s star not play in nail-biting win against Damac in Saudi Pro League?
In a clash brimming with tension and last-minute drama, Al-Nassr edged Damac 3-2 in the Saudi Pro League to keep their hopes of a top-two finish alive. But where was Cristiano Ronaldo?

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/ 227 days agoJose Mourinho fires new tirade Against Turkish press as Cristiano Ronaldo reunion talks heat up
Jose Mourinho’s latest outburst at the press conference drew more attention than the result itself—especially as rumors of a possible move to manage Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo swirl once more.
