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The club that could have signed Lamine Yamal for just €5 million but lost out to Barcelona

Super-agent Jorge Mendes stepped in, ensuring Yamal signed his first professional contract with Barcelona and debuted under Xavi.
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Christian Pulisic breaks silence on his relationship with USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino

In his return to the United States men’s national team, Christian Pulisic addressed his relationship with Mauricio Pochettino.
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Lionel Scaloni explains why he gave Messi’s No.10 shirt to Franco Mastantuono

Teenager Franco Mastantuono wore Lionel Messi’s iconic No. 10 jersey for Argentina against Ecuador after the captain was left out.
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Cristiano Ronaldo delivers 7-word message to Portugal after record-setting performance vs. Hungary

Following the record-setting performance against Hungary, Cristiano Ronaldo issued a 7-word message to Portugal.
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Bolivia defeat Brazil and move closer to World Cup qualification: When are the playoffs and who will they face?

Bolivia are close to reaching the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 32 years after defeating Brazil — but they’ll still have to earn their spot through the playoffs.
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Lionel Messi’s Argentina to lose two-year FIFA record to Spain after World Cup qualifiers defeat to Ecuador

Without Lionel Messi, Argentina lost to Ecuador in the World Cup qualifiers and dropped below Spain in a key FIFA ranking.
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Lionel Messi's key teammate Nicolas Otamendi could miss World Cup opener with Argentina after red card vs. Ecuador

Nicolas Otamendi received a red card against Ecuador, and now Lionel Messi could be without him for Argentina’s 2026 World Cup opener.
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Why is Raphinha not playing for Brazil vs. Bolivia in the last CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier?

After drawing attention during the international break, Raphinha has been left out of Brazil’s starting lineup against Bolivia in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers.
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Peru vs. Paraguay: Confirmed lineups for Matchday 18 of CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers

With both nations having their fate sealed, Peru and Paraguay will clash for the last CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifier game.
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Why isn’t Lionel Messi playing today? Argentina face Ecuador in 2026 World Cup Qualifier

Argentina face Ecuador in the final matchday of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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Bolivia vs Brazil: Confirmed lineups for last CONMEBOL qualifier game prior to World Cup

With Brazil already qualified and Bolivia still chasing a playoff spot, the two sides will meet in the final match of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers.
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Erling Haaland nets five for Norway: How does he compare to Messi and Ronaldo on the international stage?

Erling Haaland delivered a masterclass for Norway, scoring five goals in the 11-1 victory over Moldavia, a performance that sparked comparisons with legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Video: Haaland runs riot with five goals as Norway crush Moldova 11-1

With this record-breaking performance, Haaland has cemented his status as the most dominant striker in world soccer heading into the 2026 World Cup.
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Video: Cristiano Ronaldo scores from the penalty spot for Portugal vs Hungary in World Cup qualifier

Portugal defeated Hungary 3–2 in the World Cup qualifiers, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring one of the goals.
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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes all-time top scorer in World Cup Qualifiers, setting a record out of Lionel Messi’s reach

After scoring against Hungary, Cristiano Ronaldo became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup Qualifiers, setting a record that Lionel Messi can no longer reach.