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There will soon be more than one Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Al-Nassr, as the Saudi Arabian side has now signed the star’s son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. Cristiano Ronaldo Jr signs with Al-Nassr U13 team — here we go! The agreement has been signed as Cristiano’s son will start training in the next days. He will […]

In a recent announcement, UEFA has made its final decision regarding the Euro 2024 qualifier match, Belgium vs. Sweden, which was abandoned at half-time due to a shooting incident in Brussels, reported by GOAL. UEFA confirmed that the match will not be replayed, and the half-time score of 1-1 will be “confirmed as final.” As […]

Eden Hazard, the former Belgium international, has shed light on his decision not to join fellow football legends Lionel Messi in MLS or Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League after his retirement, reported by GOAL. Despite the lure of money and the familiar faces in these leagues, Hazard emphasized that his decision was not […]

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has expressed his strong reaction after being charged with bribery in the ongoing scandal involving alleged referee payments, reported by GOAL. Laporta, who has been accused of making payments to former refereeing vice-president Enriquez Negreira, strongly believes that the current situation is fueled by what he calls “sociological madridismo” within centers […]

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin’s recent claim that football star Karim Benzema has links to the Muslim Brotherhood has triggered controversy, with a French senator demanding the revocation of Benzema’s French citizenship and awards. The senator, Valérie Boyer, called for removing the Frenchman’s Ballon d’Or award and his French nationality despite the footballer denying the […]

Real Madrid‘s rising star, Jude Bellingham, is earning high praise and drawing comparisons to football legend Lionel Messi, reported by GOAL. The young English midfielder, who made a high-profile move to Santiago Bernabeu in a €103 million transfer during the summer, is turning heads with his exceptional performances. Bellingham has been in scintillating form, scoring […]

In a surprising turn of events, Lionel Messi chose to embark on a new chapter in his illustrious career by joining Inter Miami over a return to Barcelona, reported by GOAL. The Argentine superstar, who became a free agent after his contract with PSG ended, opted to chase the American dream rather than retracing his […]

Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) Milan Skriniar’s departure from Inter Milan left a sour taste in the mouth of the Serie A club’s sporting director, Giuseppe Marotta. While the Croatian has quickly become crucial in PSG’s defense for the 2023-24 season, Marotta expressed his disappointment with the Slovakian defender, accusing him of undermining the club’s history and […]

FC Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, and sporting director, Deco, have confirmed that a special farewell match will be held in honor of the club’s legendary figure, Lionel Messi, once the renovation of the Spotify Camp Nou is complete. This announcement follows the Argentine’s emotional departure from Barcelona in 2021 and subsequent success with Inter Miami […]

Amid a cloud of uncertainty over Paul Pogba’s future, Juventus is contemplating financing a move for Manchester United’s sidelined winger, Jadon Sancho. Pogba’s career has taken a significant hit after testing positive in a B sample, potentially leading to a long-term ban from football. The English winger was at odds with United’s manager, Erik ten […]

In a heartwarming episode of ‘The Kardashians‘, Kim Kardashian and her son Saint shared their footballing adventures as they attended matches at Emirates Stadium and Parc des Princes, cheering for their favorite teams, reported by GOAL. The episode covered their trips to England and France during the 2022-23 season, where they watched Arsenal and PSG […]

A shocking revelation about Cristiano Ronaldo‘s humble beginnings has emerged, shedding light on the superstar’s astonishing journey from McDonald‘s leftovers to becoming one of the world’s greatest footballers, reported by GOAL. Ronaldo’s former teammate from his Sporting CP days, Fabio Paim, disclosed that the young Ronaldo used to eat leftover burgers from McDonald’s during their […]

The football world has seen many injuries at the start of the season. There is a reason why we are already seeing top-tier football clubs like Manchester United and Bayern Munich struggling to keep their players fit. However, this scenario is also taking place in Hallam FC. In a surprising turn of events, former England […]

Inter Milan‘s CEO Giuseppe Marotta has spoken candidly about former star player Romelu Lukaku, stating that the Belgian striker is now just a part of the club’s past, reported by Fabrizio Romano. Marotta’s remarks come as Lukaku has found a new lease on his football life at AS Roma under the guidance of manager Jose […]

In a heartwarming and skillful display on the pitch, former Real Madrid star Eden Hazard proved he still possesses his football magic in a recent charity match, reported by GOAL. Despite officially retiring from professional football in October, Hazard’s passion for the game shone brightly as he took part in a charity friendly for Varietes […]

Folarin Balogun, the 22-year-old AS Monaco striker, made quite an impression with his extraordinary goal for the US Men’s National Team (USMNT) during their resounding 4-0 victory over Ghana. This marked Balogun’s third international goal in just six appearances, and his skillful execution of a stunning “spin move” left fans and pundits in awe. In […]

Manchester United‘s Jadon Sancho is officially on the market, as the club is determined to part ways with the out-of-favor forward in the January transfer window, reported by GOAL. The decision to sell Sancho permanently stems from a fallout between him and manager Erik ten Hag, who banished him from first-team training following a public […]

Bayern Munich is actively exploring an emergency signing, considering former Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos as they grapple with a mounting injury crisis in their defensive ranks. With Dayot Upamecano and Matthijs de Ligt sidelined due to injuries, Bayern is keen to bolster its defensive options to ensure a smooth season. Upamecano’s hamstring […]

n a heart-wrenching turn of events, Neymar, the Brazilian soccer sensation currently playing for Al-Hilal, faces a devastating setback after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus during Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Uruguay, reported by GOAL. The injury forced him off the field in first-half stoppage time, leaving fans and teammates in shock. Following […]

Liverpool has turned its attention towards Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, amid growing interest from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Arsenal. It has come to light that Liverpool’s scouts have been closely tracking the Nigerian international while on duty with his national team in Portugal. According to the reports from SunSport, Jurgen Klopp is keenly […]

Chelsea fans were left in suspense as captain Reece James posted a cryptic injury update on his personal Instagram account, following reports of yet another setback, reported by GOAL. The 23-year-old defender, who has been sidelined since August due to a hamstring injury, seemed to hint at a possible recovery with his intriguing message. In […]

Former Real Madrid star Eden Hazard recently made headlines by announcing his retirement from professional football at 32. In a charity game in Calais alongside iconic figures of French football, Hazard showcased glimpses of his vintage brilliance, scoring and providing three assists. However, candidly, he explained that the joy had gone out of playing the […]

Neymar, Brazil’s all-time leading scorer, has endured a career with more than its share of misfortune while representing his national team. Despite his extraordinary talent, injuries have consistently plagued him, causing him to miss pivotal moments. He was sidelined during the 2014 World Cup semifinals and absent from Brazil’s victorious 2019 Copa America campaign. Most […]

Liverpool and Egypt’s star forward, Mohamed Salah, has used his global platform to address the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, calling for unity among world leaders to prevent further tragedy. Following the tragic explosion at a crowded hospital in Gaza City, which claimed hundreds of lives, the Liverpool superstar expressed the urgent need for humanitarian aid to […]

Manchester United finds themselves in a quandary over the future of Jadon Sancho, and a loan offer from Juventus could be the lifeline the English winger needs to resurrect his career. A public feud with manager Erik ten Hag has left Sancho frozen out, making his January departure almost inevitable. However, the terms of his […]

In August, Spain won the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final. The victory was the country’s first Women’s World Cup Championship. However, the victory did not come without controversy. As the team celebrated its historic accomplishment, former Spanish Soccer Federation president Luis Rubiales kissed women’s soccer star Jenni Hermoso on the lips. Of course, Rubiales […]

USWNT center-back Becky Sauerbrunn is back with a vengeance. USWNT included Sauerbrunn in its October roster. The move paves the way for Sauerbrunn’s return to the pitch after a six-month hiatus, per Just Women’s Sports’ Emma Hruby. Becky Sauerbrunn is making her comeback after a foot injury sidelined her in April. Consequently, the USWNT captain […]

Al-Hilal superstar Neymar is looking at another prolonged absence from football. On Tuesday, the attacker suffered a scary knee injury in Brazil’s World Cup Qualifier defeat to Uruguay and ultimately left the pitch in tears. He was also seen on crutches following the match and on Wednesday, Al-Hilal confirmed that Neymar not only tore his […]

Inter Miami fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Lionel Messi‘s return to the team draws near, but it is still to be determined when, reported by GOAL. After a period of absence due to a muscular injury, Messi showcased his brilliance on the international stage, scoring both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over […]

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is facing a possible three-year ban for betting on games as an AC Milan player. The Italian Football Federation launched an investigation and Tonali admitted to betting on Milan matches while he was a player, but insists that he never bet on games he played in. Newcastle released a statement […]

Morehouse College is bringing soccer back back to campus per a report by The Maroon Tiger. The soccer team will be a club team, which means that the team is started by a university or students at the non-NCAA level.  The club team will be led by five captains: Tommy Mesamours, Shawn Ross, Enosh Mutenda, […]

Exciting news for soccer fans as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are set to reunite at Inter Miami in the upcoming MLS season, reported by GOAL. According to Tata Martino, Miami’s coach, Suarez is already in the team’s plans for next season. The Uruguayan striker had expressed his desire to move to Inter Miami during […]

USMNT star Gio Reyna and manager Gregg Berhalter are back together after infamously falling out at the 2022 World Cup. The US team took on Ghana in a friendly Tuesday night, and Reyna scored two goals in the USMNT 4-0 win. After the game, Berhalter spoke about the star player he’s stuck with for the […]

In a shocking turn of events, Barcelona‘s woes seem to be never-ending as club president Joan Laporta has been charged with bribery in connection to alleged payments made to former refereeing vice-president Enriquez Negreira, reported by GOAL. The club is currently under investigation for a series of payments totaling €1.6 million made to a company […]

In a somber turn of events, Brazil’s star player, Neymar, left the field in tears at the end of the first half during Brazil’s World Cup qualifying match against Uruguay. The match, which took place at the Centenario Stadium, saw Brazil face a disappointing 2-0 loss. Neymar’s misfortune occurred in the 44th minute of the […]

In a remarkable comeback performance, Gio Reyna showcased his talent by scoring two crucial goals for the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) in a commanding 4-0 victory over Ghana, reported by ESPN. The match served as a testament to Reyna’s resilience and determination, marking his first goals for the U.S. since 2021, but after […]

Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, is facing the challenging task of reshuffling the squad’s salary structure to create financial flexibility for the upcoming summer transfer window. The situation is complex, as there is limited room for maneuver, and several contracts threaten to spiral out of control by June, potentially impacting the recruitment of new talent. Two […]

In a heartwarming encounter that turned unexpectedly controversial, Cristiano Ronaldo, the globally renowned Portuguese forward, found himself unwittingly caught up in a whirlwind of false accusations and cultural misunderstandings, reported by GOAL. The source of the controversy was a meeting between Ronaldo and Iranian artist Fatemeh Hamami, who, despite being 85 percent paralyzed, had poured […]

Lionel Messi, the Argentine superstar currently gracing Inter Miami in MLS, has revealed his post-season plans amid speculation of a potential return to Barcelona on loan. Messi’s journey with Miami began after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired in the summer. Since then, he has made a significant impact, notching 11 goals in his first […]