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/ 69 days ago

‘I wouldn’t have appreciated what it means to win a Ballon d’Or,’ says Lamine Yamal on losing to Ousmane Dembele

Despite being one of the best players of the season, Lamine Yamal lost the Ballon d’Or award to Ousmane Dembélé, surprising everyone. After this, the 18-year-old star made a curious reflection on not having won it, seeing it as a boost for his career.
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/ 69 days ago

‘There are those that are touched by God’s wand,’ says Luis de la Fuente weighs in on Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal comparison

Due to his surprising breakthrough in soccer, Lamine Yamal is being constantly compared to Lionel Messi, as two geniuses of the sport. In response, Spain’s Luis de la Fuente has given his opinion on the comparison between both players, placing them in the same category.
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/ 69 days ago

Moises Caicedo out of starting XI: Confirmed lineups for Ecuador vs Guatemala in pre-World Cup 2026 international friendly

With the 2026 World Cup just days away from kicking off, Ecuador face Guatemala in an international friendly. As a result, fans are closely watching Moises Caicedo’s availability, as he could once again prove decisive in securing a victory for the national team.
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World Cup

/ 70 days ago

Lionel Messi comparison prompts honest admission from Portugal boss as Roberto Martinez clarifies Cristiano Ronaldo’s authority within 2026 World Cup squad

Scaloni openly discussed how closely he works with Messi on major decisions involving Argentina, leading many to wonder whether Martinez follows a similar approach with Ronaldo inside the Portugal camp.
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World Cup

/ 70 days ago

Carlo Ancelotti monitoring Neymar closely as Brazil star still has chance to face Morocco in 2026 World Cup opener, but one key factor will decide everything

Neymar remains unavailable as he continues recovering from injury, but the possibility of seeing the Santos star in Brazil’s opening match against Morocco has not been completely ruled out.
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/ 70 days ago

Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing? Confirmed lineups for Portugal vs Chile in pre-World Cup 2026 international friendly

Today's friendly against Chile at Estadio do Jamor in Oeiras may not carry competitive stakes, but it offers an important glimpse into how Roberto Martinez’s side is shaping up before heading to North America.
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World Cup

/ 70 days ago

2026 World Cup atmosphere could change forever after FIFA’s unprecedented stadium decision on iconic vuvuzelas and plastic water bottles

Just days before kickoff, FIFA has introduced a controversial stadium policy that is already generating strong reactions from supporters around the world.
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World Cup

/ 70 days ago

Christian Pulisic ends 2026 goal drought but receives sobering 2026 World Cup reminder from USMNT great Tim Howard: ‘He is not living on this planet’

The Milan forward finally ended a frustrating scoring drought, but even that positive moment was followed by a sobering reminder from former United States goalkeeper Tim Howard about the expectations that come with being the face of the national team.
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo learns reason behind Portugal’s unusual 2026 World Cup travel plan as Roberto Martinez explains decision

In the midst of what may be the last World Cup of Cristiano Ronaldo's extraordinary international career, Roberto Martinez is making sure that Portugal is ready for its 2026 tournament. As other national teams settle into their North American bases, Portugal has chosen a different route, creating intrigue around its unusually late arrival in the […]
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, and Vinicius face brutal conditions as more than 30% of 2026 World Cup matches at risk of dangerous heat levels

A new analysis suggests that weather conditions across several host cities in North America could become one of the tournament's biggest talking points.
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal monitor Group K tension after James Rodriguez overshadows Colombia’s 2026 World Cup send-off with controversial moment

Instead of focusing solely on soccer preparations, the Colombian camp has found itself at the center of an unexpected controversy involving captain James Rodriguez.
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Christian Pulisic could return from 2026 World Cup to major crisis as Milan faces crucial deadline to avoid surprising 2026-27 Serie A season exclusion threat

The American forward arrives at the tournament determined to help the USMNT make a deep run on home soil, but events surrounding Milan have created a storm that is impossible to ignore.
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World Cup

/ 71 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo watches closely as Portugal’s Group K rival DR Congo hit with fresh trouble ahead of massive 2026 World Cup showdown

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are preparing for what promises to be a challenging Group K campaign at the 2026 World Cup, but one of the national team's rivals has encountered a significant setback just days before the tournament begins. While Portugal remains focused on its own preparations, developments surrounding DR Congo have added another layer […]
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World Cup

/ 72 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo loses $2.3 million in value despite Saudi Pro League title, but remains world’s most valuable over-40 player in pre-2026 World Cup market update

Despite leading his club to a long-awaited league title and producing another prolific season in front of goal, the latest market update has delivered an unexpected twist ahead of the 2026 tournament.
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World Cup

/ 72 days ago

Lamine Yamal reaches another historic milestone after beating Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to top spot in stunning valuation update ahead of 2026 World Cup

The Spain star has once again surged ahead of some of soccer’s biggest names, including Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, reinforcing his status as one of the sport’s most influential young talents ahead of the tournament.