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Ronaldo misses out on $1m in MrBeast video

Cristiano Ronaldo has missed the chance to win $1 million after losing a football shooting challenge to a fan. The Al Nassr captain took part in a contest organised by American YouTube sensation MrBeast. Ronaldo, 39, went head-to-head with Khalid, a subscriber of MrBeast’s YouTube channel. Presented as “the ultimate football phenomenon,” the Portugal captain stepped onto the pitch wearing an Al Nassr jersey with MrBeast written on the back.…

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December 3, 2024

Transfer rumors, news: Man City could win race to sign Delap

Chelsea and Manchester United could see interest for Liam Delap ended by Manchester City, while Real Madrid and Bayern Munich want Florian Wirtz. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Van Nistelrooy appointed new Leicester manager – Lampard: Chelsea interim stint like ‘babysitting’ – Pep: Title record keeping sack questions at…

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December 1, 2024

Why Liverpool and Man City are two sides of the same coin, and will Salah get a contract offer?

Welcome to another edition of Onside/Offside! Luis Miguel Echegaray shares his point of view on the latest headlines in the soccer world, including standout performances, games you might have missed, what to keep an eye on in the coming days, and of course, what deserved extra love and criticism. This week: the similarities between Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola as Liverpool and Man City get ready for Sunday’s huge matchup,…

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December 1, 2024

‘Welcome Back, Emma’: A happy, healthy Hayes is ready for Wembley return

LONDON, England — United States women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes is back in London for her first match on English soil since her departure from Chelsea this summer. After 12 glittering years at the club, during which time she cemented her reputation as one of the best women managers ever, she took on a new challenge this summer and now appears rejuvenated and reinvigorated — a stark contrast…

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November 30, 2024

Minor apologizes to Viní Jr after racial abuse

A minor who racially abused Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior during a Spanish league game at Rayo Vallecano last season has apologised to him, the club said on Friday. The teenager was identified and reported by LaLiga for hurling racist insults at the Brazil international during a 1-1 draw against Rayo at the Vallecas stadium on Feb. 18. Due to his status as a minor, the perpetrator reached an out-of-court…

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November 30, 2024

How late bloomer Viktor Gyökeres became Europe’s most-wanted striker

Viktor Gyökeres has gone from Championship flop to one of Europe’s most in-form strikers in the space of just three years. The Sporting CP forward has outscored Manchester City’s Erling Haaland this season to continue a devastating run of form that makes a big-money transfer either in January or next summer a near certainty, with several Premier League clubs among those casting admiring glances at the 26-year-old. It is all…

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November 29, 2024

Transfer rumors, news: PL clubs eyeing Juve’s Fagioli

Juventus will look to the Premier League to move on some of their players while Liverpool have one eye on Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract runs down. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours, and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s grades – Luis Suárez signs Inter Miami contract extension – Naeher: ‘Nervous’ to tell Hayes about…

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November 29, 2024

Barça’s Yamal becomes youngest Golden Boy winner

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has won the 2024 Golden Boy award on Wednesday — the youngest winner of the prize for the best under-21 men’s player in the world — while Barça Femení star Vicky López scooped the Golden Girl award. Yamal, 17, becomes the third Barça player to win the men’s award in the last four years, following in the footsteps of teammates Pedri and Gavi. Meanwhile, López won…

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November 28, 2024

David Coote faces new FA probe over betting claim

The English Football Association (FA) has launched an investigation into allegations suspended referee David Coote discussed handing out a yellow card before a match. First reported by The Sun, the investigation refers to a match between Leeds United and West Bromich Albion in October 2019. Coote booked Leeds player Ezgjan Alioski during the match. There is no suggestion there is any impropriety in issuing the card. The Sun claims the…

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November 28, 2024

Real Madrid president blasted in Ballon d’Or row

A Namibian journalist criticised by Florentino Pérez for failing to vote for Vinícius Júnior to win the 2024 men’s Ballon d’Or has hit back at the Real Madrid president. Madrid boycotted the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris last month over the decision to award the prize — which is voted on by a panel of 100 international journalists — to Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri , ahead of Vinícius.…

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November 27, 2024

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian RomeroMarch 16, 2025
Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, while Newcastle United are interested on-loan Juventus striker Randal Kolo Muani as a potential Alexander Isak successor. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian Romero
Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard PiquéMarch 15, 2025
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué was questioned by a judge on Friday as part of a judicial probe into the business deal that led to the Spanish Super Cup being hosted in Saudi Arabia. Neither Piqué nor his lawyer spoke to reporters gathered outside the courthouse. The probe is examining suspicions of corruption and money… Read more: Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Piqué
Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase historyMarch 15, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England — When Liverpool head coach Arne Slot addressed the media ahead of the Premier League clash with Southampton last weekend, he described the fixture as “the first of three finals.” It was a rallying cry to both players and fans, setting the stage for a week that looked destined to define Liverpool’s season.… Read more: Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase history
Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man UtdMarch 14, 2025
Ruben Amorim has said he is “in a hurry” to win trophies at Manchester United while also admitting that the club hierarchy recognise he needs time to deliver success at Old Trafford. The Portuguese manager has struggled to turn around United’s fortunes since taking over from Erik ten Hag in November. The club are 14th… Read more: Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man Utd
Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSGMarch 14, 2025
Well, the Champions League round of 16 concluded on Wednesday night with some unforgettable second legs and plenty of penalty shoot-out drama. Not only did Paris Saint-Germain eliminate Liverpool on spot-kicks at Anfield this week, but Real Madrid emerged from a trip to rivals Atletico Madrid with a similar victory after 120 tension-packed minutes to… Read more: Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSG
The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?March 13, 2025
On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, ESPN’s Emily Keogh, Tom Hamilton and Jeff Kassouf ask whether Chelsea’s dominance in the Women’s Super League shows the league has a competitiveness problem? Chelsea have won 16 of their 14 games and remain unbeaten in the WSL this season under head coach Sonia Bompastor as… Read more: The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy SanéMarch 13, 2025
Arsenal are considering a move to sign Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané, while Manchester United prefer a move for Harry Kane over Jean-Philippe Mateta. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Man Utd CEO:… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy Sané
Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?March 12, 2025
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in May 2020, but has been updated ahead of the release of the new documentary Ange & The Boss, which will be screened in select cinemas from March 13. MELBOURNE — There are a lot of statues in Melbourne’s Olympic precinct. Bronze statues encircle the famous Melbourne Cricket… Read more: Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?
Man United’s new stadium will be big, but it won’t be world’s biggest football groundMarch 12, 2025
It’s been a long time coming, but Premier League giants Manchester United have formally announced their plans to build a new stadium in the city rather than attempt to redevelop the crumbling infrastructure at Old Trafford. The Theatre of Dreams has been United’s home since 1910 but has been showing its age in recent years,… Read more: Man United’s new stadium will be big, but it won’t be world’s biggest football ground
Arsenal’s title race ends with Man United draw, Real Madrid win ugly: Marcotti explains the weekendMarch 11, 2025
The European soccer weekend delivered a ton to talk about as usual, so let’s dig in. In the Premier League, Arsenal’s draw at Manchester United and Liverpool’s comeback win at Southampton more or less puts the title race to bed for Arne Slot and the Reds, while Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti played their way… Read more: Arsenal’s title race ends with Man United draw, Real Madrid win ugly: Marcotti explains the weekend