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From dysfunctional Manchester United to La Liga success: Antony rivals Kylian Mbappe for major accolade

Once labeled a flop at Manchester United, Brazilian winger Antony is now thriving at Real Betis, rivaling players like Kylian Mbappe and Pedri for La Liga’s Player of the Month award.
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‘You are a fake’: Mallorca star takes swipe at Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham amid heated rivalry with Vinicius

The fiery clashes between Real Madrid and Mallorca have sparked yet another controversy—this time, involving rising star Jude Bellingham. But what triggered this verbal jab? And how does it tie into the long-standing feud between the Spanish player and Real Madrid?
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Santos star Neymar joins the conversation: Complaints about artificial turf echo Lionel Messi's critique

Neymar and other Brazilian stars have taken a firm stand against synthetic turf. Interestingly, his comments come shortly after another soccer icon, Lionel Messi, voiced his own frustrations with artificial turf during the 2024 Copa America in the United States.
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Season kicks off for Messi: Inter Miami's lineup against Sporting KC in Concacaf Champions 2025

Inter Miami will face Sporting Kansas City in the first leg of the Concachampions Round One. Manager Mascherano is expected to field a strong starting XI, including Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, demonstrating a determination to achieve a positive result in this critical first leg and securing a strong position in this crucial encounter.
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Cristiano Ronaldo issues bold warning to Saudi Pro League amid talk of Mohamed Salah and Vinicius moves

Saudi Pro League’s main attraction, Cristiano Ronaldo, has delivered a surprising statement regarding the influx of foreign players—and his words could reshape the future of soccer in the Middle East.
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Is the Wenger Law confirmed? FIFA considers regulatory changes that could transform soccer forever

FIFA is considering significant rule changes to soccer, to be implemented from July 1st, 2025. These changes will be discussed at the March IFAB meeting and include a potential offside law overhaul (Wenger Law), real-time VAR communication, a "Challenger" system for coach-requested reviews, and measures to reduce time-wasting.
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Roberto Firmino's next chapter after Saudi Pro League: Is Premier League return on the horizon?

Roberto Firmino is reportedly eager to leave Saudi Arabia after an underwhelming stint in the Saudi Pro League. The Brazilian forward is now said to be eyeing a move back to Europe—with a Premier League club emerging as the frontrunner.
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Lookman vs. Gasperoni: Atalanta forward defends himself after being labeled 'the worst penalty taker'

Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman publicly criticized manager Gian Piero Gasperini for his post-match comments following Atalanta's Champions League elimination. Lookman described Gasperini's assessment of his penalty-taking abilities as disrespectful, highlighting his commitment and hard work for the club.
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Cristiano Ronaldo to the rescue: The key cog in Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham suspension appeal

In an effort to get Jude Bellingham's two-match ban lifted after his red card against Osasuna, Real Madrid had reportedly enlisted the help of Cristiano Ronaldo, one of their most legendary former players.
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Lamine Yamal on his contract: 'My situation will be resolved in July, and everyone will see'

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal expressed confidence that he will sign a contract extension with the club at the end of the season. He stated that the situation will be resolved in July, emphasizing his current focus on the team's performance in La Liga, the Champions League, and the Copa del Rey.
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Real Madrid vs. Manchester City: Projected lineups for the Champions League playoff clash

Real Madrid enters the match with a slight advantage but inconsistent recent form, having dropped the La Liga lead to Barcelona. Manchester City, conversely, arrives with momentum following a dominant league victory but with a less-than-stellar overall season performance and a recent struggle to qualify for the Champions League playoffs.
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It's not 12 matches: Bellingham's suspension confirmed, Real Madrid set to lose him for several games

Bellingham will miss Real Madrid's La Liga games against Girona and Betis. However, the ban does not affect his participation in the Copa del Rey semi-final against Real Sociedad. This creates a challenge for Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, who must adjust his team strategy for upcoming La Liga matches without one of his key midfielders.
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Ibrahimovic takes a shot at referee Marciniak after AC Milan's Champions League exit

Following AC Milan's elimination from the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, the club's Senior Advisor, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, took aim at referee Szymon Marciniak for his decision to issue a red card to Theo Hernandez.
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'Repetition is key’: Santos boss sees Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in Neymar’s work ethic after Al-Hilal exit

Neymar finally marked his Santos comeback with a goal and an assist in the latest game. As a result, his managed compared the Brazilian’s work ethic to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of soccer’s greatest players.
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17 national teams banned from FIFA World Cups: Three set to miss 2026 edition

The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of international soccer, with nations around the world dreaming of participation. However, qualification is not the only hurdle—some countries have been outright banned from competing due to violations of FIFA regulations.