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Cristiano Ronaldo’s demands addressed as Saudi Arabia FA and SPL take action over Diogo Jota chants at Ruben Neves
Following the Al Taawoun fans chanting Diogo Jota's name to Ruben Neves, Cristiano Ronaldo's demands have been heard as the Saudi Arabia FA and SPL have began an investigation to sanction the parties involved in the episode. Cristiano Ronaldo spoke out forcefully regarding the ordeal faced by Ruben Neves during recent Saudi Pro League action, where the midfielder was targeted by chants referencing his late friend Diogo Jota . The public calls for accountability from both Al Hilal and the Por...
Mourinho shows confidence on Vinicius Jr. despite slow start of 2026-27 season with Real Madrid
Real Madrid have endured a slow start to the 2026–27 season, with Vinicius Junior struggling to showcase his full potential across all competitions. While Real Madrid have secured five victories across all competitions in the 2026–27 season, Vinicius Junior remains far from his most dominant form . Manager Jose Mourinho is aware of the slump, but he believes the winger will eventually regain the elite level he has displayed throughout his career. Across LaLiga and the Champions League t...
Argentina’s first rivals without Lionel Messi reportedly confirmed ahead of FIFA’s green light
While waiting for FIFA's green light for the official announcement, the first Argentina rivals without Lionel Messi have been reportedly confirmed. The upcoming international window will mark Argentina ‘s first fixtures following Lionel Messi ‘s official retirement from international football, presenting an immediate structural transition for the program. While awaiting official classification approval from FIFA , the Albiceleste’s upcoming slate of opponents has reportedly been finalized . ...
Lamine Yamal narrows 2026 Ballon d’Or race down to himself or Kylian Mbappe: ‘I’d deserve it because of what I’ve won’
Lamine Yamal has narrowed the discussion for the 2026 Ballon d'Or down to him and Kylian Mbappe, while proclaiming himself as the winner: "I'd deserve it because of what I've won." With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo removed from the European spotlight, the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has opened up without a clear consensus frontrunner. However, Barcelona phenom Lamine Yamal sees a two-man race between himself and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe , explicitly positioning himself as the f...
Lamine Yamal compares early career success with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘Never this early had so much been won’
Lamine Yamal made a bold comparison between his early career success and that of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo: Never this early had so much been won." Lamine Yamal has rewritten footballing precedent since exploding onto the global stage as a teenager. Now positioning himself among the frontrunners for his first Ballon d’Or, the 19-year-old winger offered a bold perspective when measuring his early accomplishments against those of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo : “ Never this early...
Erling Haaland’s winning goal in Man City vs Man United derby wrongly allowed after an ‘error of judgement,’ confirms Pro Ref
The Pro Ref released an official statement on Erling Haaland's winning goal in the Manchester City vs. Manchester United derby, claiming it to be wrongly allowed after an "error of judgement." Erling Haaland stole the spotlight on Sunday afternoon by scoring the match-winning goal for Manchester City to secure three points in the Manchester derby against Manchester United . However, following an extensive post-match review, Pro Ref confirmed that the goal was incorrectly allowed due to an “ ...
Inter Miami’s Matias Galarza reveals Lionel Messi’s cousin ‘was a key step’ in his signing
New signing Matias Galarza revealed that Lionel Messi's cousin "was a key step" for his Inter Miami signing. Matias Galarza made his Inter Miami debut over the weekend, logging his first minutes for the club during Saturday’s matchup against Nashville SC. Following the fixture, the Paraguayan international revealed that Lionel Messi ‘s cousin played a pivotal role behind the scenes and “ was a key step ” in facilitating his move to the Herons . On Saturday, September 12, Inter Miami hos...
Lamine Yamal matches Lionel Messi in a 21st-century La Liga goalscoring feat not even Cristiano Ronaldo achieved
With his two goals against Levante, Lamine Yamal has matched Lionel Messi in a 21st-century goalscoring milestone in La Liga that eluded even Cristiano Ronaldo. Lamine Yamal led FC Barcelona back to victory on Sunday, scoring another brace in a 4-2 away win against Levante UD. With his latest two-goal performance, the 19-year-old phenom matched Lionel Messi in a 21st-century La Liga goalscoring milestone that eluded even Cristiano Ronaldo . On Sunday, September 13, Barcelona visited Lev...
Cristiano Ronaldo calls for SPL action after fans chant Diogo Jota’s name at Ruben Neves
After Ruben Neves was targeted with chants over his late friend Diogo Jota, Cristiano Ronaldo demanded action from the Saudi Pro League towards the fans. Ruben Neves was at the center of a disgraceful incident in the Saudi Pro League on Saturday, targeted by opposing fans chanting the name of his late friend and international teammate Diogo Jota . Following the match, Cristiano Ronaldo publicly called on league officials to take immediate disciplinary action against the supporters involved ....
Why is Julian Alvarez not playing today for Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad in 2026-27 LaLiga season?
After a summer filled with transfer rumors and controversies, Julian Alvarez has been left out of Atlético Madrid's squad for Matchday 5 of the 2026–27 LaLiga season against Real Sociedad. Atletico Madrid face Real Sociedad on Matchday 5 of the 2026–27 LaLiga season. However, Los Colchoneros will be without a key player for the fixture, as Julian Alvarez has been left out of the squad entirely. Atletico Madrid face a demanding away match on Matchday 5 to take on Real Sociedad. Following...
How to watch Manchester United vs Manchester City in USA: 2026/27 Premier League, Live Stream, TV and Preview
Manchester United and Manchester City clash in the first Manchester Derby of the 2026–27 Premier League season at Old Trafford on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Here is all the information you need to watch this highly anticipated fixture live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Manchester United vs Manchester City on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Manchester United vs Manchester City WHAT: Premier League WHEN: 11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT • Sun...
How to watch Levante vs Barcelona in USA: 2026/27 La Liga, Live Stream, TV and Preview
Barcelona aim to maintain their positive streak in the 2026–27 LaLiga season against Levante, and here is all the information you need to watch this match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Levante vs Barcelona on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Levante vs Barcelona WHAT: La Liga WHEN: 10:15 AM ET / 7:15 AM PT • Sunday, September 13, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH NOW Match Overview Reigning La Liga champions Barcelona travel...
Al Nassr boss Ange Postecoglou criticizes Saudi Pro League schedule after draw with Al Khaleej
Ange Postecoglou hit out at the Saudi Pro League's packed fixture list after Al Nassr's draw with Al Khaleej. Ange Postecoglou did not hold back when asked about Al Nassr ‘s congested schedule following Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Al Khaleej , using his post-match press conference to call out the toll the Saudi Pro League ‘s fixture list has taken on his squad. “ I think everyone is exhausted. Even Al Hilal lost to Neom, so the fixture congestion is taking its toll. We’ve played around eig...
Lionel Messi starts today: Confirmed lineups for Inter Miami vs Nashville SC in 2026 MLS season
Lionel Messi is set to start as Inter Miami host Nashville SC in a crucial Eastern Conference clash. Lionel Messi will be in the starting lineup as Inter Miami host Nashville SC on Saturday at Nu Stadium, with interim head coach Guillermo Hoyos still in charge of the side while incoming coach Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez continues to await the work permit needed to officially take over. The stakes are significant for both sides. Miami sit third in the Eastern Conference on 44 points , nine ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr break 87-year-old world record for longest scoring streak in soccer history
Al Nassr broke an 87-year-old record held by River Plate for the longest scoring streak in league soccer history. Al Nassr wrote a new chapter in soccer history on Saturday, breaking an 87-year-old record for the longest streak of consecutive matches scoring in top-flight league soccer. The milestone came in unlikely fashion, arriving not through Cristiano Ronaldo , but through a stoppage-laden fightback in a 1-1 draw away at Al Khaleej. The record-breaking goal fell to substitute Abdul...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr held to a draw as Gabriel Martinelli’s hat-trick sends Al Hilal top of the SPL
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr were held to a draw at Al Khaleej, letting Gabriel Martinelli's hat-trick send Al Hilal top of the Saudi Pro League. Cristiano Ronaldo’ s Al Nassr missed a chance to keep pace at the top of the Saudi Pro League on Saturday, held to a 1-1 draw away at Al Khaleej , while Al Hilal delivered the standout result of Matchday 7, thrashing Al Taawoun 6-0 behind a Gabriel Martinelli hat-trick to leapfrog the field into first place. Al Nassr found themselves behind ea...
Cristiano Ronaldo inspired Kylian Mbappe as Real Madrid star reveals what he learned from Al-Nassr captain
From his childhood in France to becoming one of the world's biggest stars, Mbappe has carried lessons from the players he admired into his own career. Kylian Mbappe has never hidden the influence Cristiano Ronaldo had on his development, but the Real Madrid star has always viewed his inspiration as something broader than simply following one player. From his childhood in France to becoming one of the world’s biggest stars, Mbappe has carried lessons from the players he admired into his own c...
How to watch Inter Miami vs Nashville SC match in the USA: Live Stream and TV for 2026 MLS season
Inter Miami and Nashville SC clash in a key Eastern Conference duel. Here is all the information you need to watch this 2026 MLS season game live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Inter Miami vs Nashville SC on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Inter Miami vs Nashville SC WHAT MLS 2026 season WHEN 7:30pm ET / 4:30pm PT • Saturday, September 12, 2026 WHERE Apple TV STREAM WATCH NOW ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr faces new reality as rival Al-Hilal overtakes every club in the world with stunning five-year transfer spending record
A new global transfer spending study has placed Al-Hilal above some of Europe’s biggest clubs, underlining just how aggressively Saudi Arabia’s leading clubs have invested since the league entered a new era. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s Al-Nassr has established itself as one of the biggest forces in Saudi soccer, but its Riyadh rival Al-Hilal has now revealed the scale of the financial battle taking place behind the scenes . A new global transfer spending study has placed Al-Hilal above some of Euro...
Christian Pulisic marks Milan season debut with instant assist as USMNT star helps keep Serie A unbeaten run alive (VIDEO)
The Rossoneri looked completely out of the contest during a one-sided first half, but a dramatic second-half turnaround earned them a 2-2 draw and kept their unbeaten Serie A record intact. Christian Pulisic finally made his long-awaited first appearance of the season for Milan , and the USMNT star immediately made his presence felt as his side fought back from two goals down against Lazio. The Rossoneri looked completely out of the contest during a one-sided first half, but a dramatic secon...
Why is Arda Guler not starting for Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano in 2026-27 LaLiga season?
Jose Mourinho left Arda Guler out of Real Madrid's starting lineup against Rayo Vallecano, opting for Yan Diomande in his first start for the club. Arda Guler will begin Real Madrid ‘s LaLiga clash with Rayo Vallecano from the bench, with the confirmed lineup showing the Turkish playmaker left out of the starting XI at the Santiago Bernabeu . The decision comes down to Jose Mourinho , who opted for a different look going forward despite having Guler fully available for selection. There ...
Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today? Confirmed lineups for Al-Khaleej vs Al-Nassr in 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr head into today’s meeting with Al-Khaleej carrying very different levels of momentum. Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr head into today’s meeting with Al-Khaleej carrying very different levels of momentum. The reigning champions are looking to stay near the top of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League , while Al-Khaleej is still searching for its first victory of the campaign and faces a difficult test at home. Al-Khaleej has collected only four points from six matche...
Lionel Messi’s remarkable 19-year-old Argentine record falls as Franco Mastantuono makes European history
Franco Mastantuono produced a sensational performance for Fiorentina against Venezia on Friday, creating a new piece of history that had remained untouched for almost two decades. Lionel Messi has seen countless records challenged throughout his extraordinary career, but one long-standing Argentine mark has finally been taken away. Franco Mastantuono produced a sensational performance for Fiorentina against Venezia on Friday , creating a new piece of history that had remained untouched for a...
How to watch Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano in USA: 2026/27 La Liga, Live Stream, TV and Preview
The 2026–27 LaLiga season returns to action with a duel between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano, and here is all the information you need to watch this game live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano WHAT: La Liga WHEN: 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT • Saturday, September 12, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH NOW Match Overview Real Madrid enters thi...
Why is Christian Pulisic not starting today for Milan vs Lazio in 2026-27 Serie A season?
The USMNT winger has been waiting patiently for his first competitive minutes under Ruben Amorim, but there is still something standing between him and a return to the starting XI. Christian Pulisic ’s frustrating start to the 2026-27 Serie A season is set to continue, with the Milan star starting today’s clash with Lazio from the bench. The USMNT winger has been waiting patiently for his first competitive minutes under Ruben Amorim, but there is still something standing between him and a re...
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