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Lionel Scaloni reportedly leaves door open to Argentina renewal amid reports of unpaid bonuses
With reports claiming unpaid bonuses, Lionel Scaloni has reportedly left the door open to continue as Argentina head coach. Lionel Scaloni ‘s continuity as Argentina ‘s head coach has been cast into serious doubt following a series of internal complications, including impending departures within his coaching staff. However, despite widespread speculation regarding unpaid federation bonuses, reports indicate that Scaloni remains open to extending his contract at the helm of the national team ...
Nico Paz matches a Lionel Messi milestone not seen since 2008 in Como’s Champions League debut win
Nico Paz's two assists in Como's historic Champions League debut win made him the youngest Argentine to do so since Lionel Messi in 2008. Nico Paz delivered a performance that immediately drew comparisons to Lionel Messi as Como kicked off their first-ever Champions League campaign in style, routing RB Leipzig 4-1 at the newly renovated Stadio Sinigaglia. According to OptaJoe , Paz’s two assists made him the youngest Argentine to set up multiple goals in a single Champions League match ...
Neymar helps bring Brazil teammate Coutinho to Santos as NR Sports reportedly facilitates three-month deal
With the operation started by his agency NR Sports, Neymar is reportedly set to reunite with his Brazil teammate Philippe Coutinho at Santos in a three-month deal. Neymar has served as one of Santos ‘ key pillars in recent months, leading on the pitch while leveraging his influence within front-office operations. Now, the star forward has pulled strings alongside his family’s agency, NR Sports, with Santos reportedly closing in on the signing of his former Brazil teammate Philippe Coutinho o...
Harry Kane joins Cristiano Ronaldo in exclusive Champions League club after scoring in eight consecutive games
Harry Kane joined Cristiano Ronaldo in an exclusive Champions League club by scoring in eight consecutive games. Harry Kane further cemented his status as one of the most prolific strikers in Champions League history on Wednesday, extending an already remarkable scoring run during Bayern Munich’s 2-0 win over Bodo/Glimt at the Allianz Arena. With that strike, Kane has now scored in eight consecutive Champions League appearances , a feat that places him among just four players in the com...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr suffers stunning ranking drop as Al-Hilal’s huge spending advantage emerges
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr has found itself in an unexpected position in the latest financial snapshot of the Saudi Pro League, with the club falling sharply in the global rankings for squad acquisition costs. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s Al-Nassr has found itself in an unexpected position in the latest financial snapshot of the Saudi Pro League, with the club falling sharply in the global rankings for squad acquisition costs. At the same time, Al-Hilal has emerged as the clear financial leader am...
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi receive unexpected honor from La Liga president Javier Tebas after uniting off pitch to invest in Spanish clubs
Both superstars are now investing in Spanish soccer, and their growing involvement with clubs outside the top flight has attracted attention from the highest levels of the domestic game. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi spent years defining soccer’s greatest rivalry on the pitch, but their latest connection is taking place in a very different arena. Both superstars are now investing in Spanish soccer , and their growing involvement with clubs outside the top flight has attracted attention ...
Christian Pulisic’s status revealed ahead of Lazio vs Milan as 255-day Serie A scoring drought continues
The American winger entered the new season hoping to put a difficult World Cup and injury spell behind him, but his wait for competitive minutes and a goal has continued far longer than anyone expected. Christian Pulisic ’s return to action has become one of the biggest talking points surrounding Milan ahead of its trip to Rome. The American winger entered the new season hoping to put a difficult World Cup and injury spell behind him, but his wait for competitive minutes and a goal has conti...
Christian Pulisic’s future hangs in the balance as Milan owner wants him but coach Ruben Amorim holds the key
The American winger remains highly valued at boardroom level, but his current situation on the pitch has created an unexpected layer of uncertainty. Christian Pulisic ’s future at Milan is becoming one of the more intriguing questions surrounding the club, with owner Gerry Cardinale determined to keep the USMNT star while Ruben Amorim’s plans could have a major influence on what happens next. The American winger remains highly valued at boardroom level, but his current situation on the pitch...
James Rodriguez rejects Europe return after Liga MX and MLS spells as he reportedly prepares for Colombia comeback
After his stints at the Liga MX and MLS, James Rodriguez has rejected Europe to reportedly return to Colombia and continue his career at 35. James Rodriguez has emerged as one of the most intriguing free agents following the 2026 World Cup, coming off consecutive stints in Liga MX and Major League Soccer . Rather than pursuing a return to European football, the Colombian playmaker is reportedly finalizing a homecoming to continue his career in his native country . Following his departur...
Lionel Scaloni is set to face the departure of Walter Samuel from his Argentina coaching staff
Walter Samuel is reportedly set to leave Lionel Scaloni's Argentina coaching staff after 2026 to pursue his own head coaching career in Europe. Lionel Scaloni is set to lose one of his longest-serving assistants, as Walter Samuel has already decided to step away from Argentina’s coaching staff once his current cycle wraps up at the end of 2026, according to Gaston Edul of TyC Sports , closing out an eight-year run alongside Scaloni. Edul reported that Samuel’s exit is already resolved i...
Spain could suffer 2030 World Cup final snub as Morocco FA president Fouzi Lekjaa names 115,000-seat stadium
Spain's pursuit to host the 2030 World Cup final is being challenged by Morocco FA, with its president Fouzi Lekjaa naming a 115,000-seat stadium as the venue for the game. Preparations for the 2030 World Cup are already underway, set to feature the first tournament held across six nations, with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco serving as primary co-hosts. However, a high-stakes power struggle has emerged regarding the final venue after Morocco FA president Fouzi Lekjaa identified a planned 115,...
Lionel Messi’s Argentina retirement could be one of the reasons Lionel Scaloni won’t sign a contract renewal
Lionel Scaloni's contract renewal with Argentina is reportedly complicated by lingering doubts, unpaid bonuses and disputes over the quality of upcoming friendly opponents. Lionel Scaloni’s future at the helm of Argentina has become a subject of growing uncertainty just months after guiding the team to the 2026 World Cup final. With Lionel Messi having already confirmed his retirement from the national team, the prospect of starting a new cycle without the sport’s biggest star appears to be ...
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami misses Supporters’ Shield chance after draw with Chicago Fire
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami had a golden opportunity to make up ground in the Supporters' Shield race on Wednesday, with Nashville SC having fallen to a late defeat against Toronto FC earlier that same day. Instead, the Herons let the chance slip in a 1-1 draw against Chicago Fire at Soldier Field, a result that […] Lionel Messi ‘s Inter Miami had a golden opportunity to make up ground in the Supporters’ Shield race on Wednesday, with Nashville SC having fallen to a late defeat against Toront...
Cristiano Ronaldo puts Al-Nassr ahead of Al-Hilal in Saudi Pro League record books after extending remarkable goalscoring streak
The Portuguese superstar’s finish against Abha helped extend a goalscoring run that has survived for almost three years, carrying Al-Nassr closer to a piece of world soccer history. Cristiano Ronaldo continues to leave his mark on Saudi soccer, and his latest goal for Al-Nassr has added another remarkable chapter to the club’s recent rise. The Portuguese superstar’s finish against Abha helped extend a goalscoring run that has survived for almost three years, carrying Al-Nassr closer to a pie...
Cristiano Ronaldo closes gap to soccer’s all-time heading record: How many more does he need?
At 41, the Portuguese star is still producing the kind of headed finishes that have defined some of the most memorable moments of his career, while another piece of soccer history is now firmly within reach. Cristiano Ronaldo keeps finding new ways to add to his extraordinary career numbers, and his latest goal for Al-Nassr has once again put his aerial ability in the spotlight. At 41, the Portuguese star is still producing the kind of headed finishes that have defined some of the most memor...
Lionel Messi outshines Cristiano Ronaldo to become first player ever to reach 1,350 career goal contributions
With his latest assist, Lionel Messi outshined Cristiano Ronaldo and turned into the first soccer player to ever reach 1,350 career goal contributions. Lionel Messi may have stepped away from international duty with Argentina, but that reality hardly excuses him from continuing to write soccer history with Inter Miami. With his latest assist, the forward outpaced long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo to become the first player in modern professional soccer history to reach 1,350 career goal cont...
Neymar and Casemiro out, Raphinha in: Carlo Ancelotti drops 15 players from Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad for rebuild
While including Raphinha and leaving Neymar and Casemiro out, head coach Carlo Ancelotti has dropped a total of 15 players from his 2026 World Cup squad for the upcoming international window. Carlo Ancelotti has initiated the blueprint for his second World Cup cycle following a disappointing round-of-16 exit against Norway. Omitting established stars like Neymar and Casemiro while recalling Barcelona winger Raphinha , the Italian manager released a transformed squad list that drops 15 player...
Lionel Messi starts: Confirmed lineups for Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami in 2026 MLS season
Lionel Messi is set to start as Inter Miami visit Chicago Fire looking to snap a rough patch of form. L ionel Messi has been included in the starting lineups as Inter Miami visit Chicago Fire at Soldier Field on Wednesday, with the Herons looking to snap a rough patch of form that has seen them go winless in five of their last six league matches . Messi enters the match fresh off a historic achievement , having become the first player in MLS history to reach 30 goal contributions in thr...
Lionel Scaloni could follow Lionel Messi with Argentina departure as contract renewal reportedly takes U-turn
Lionel Scaloni could end up following Lionel Messi's decision to leave Argentina national team as reports claim that his contract renewal has taken a U-turn. Securing Lionel Scaloni ‘s long-term future as Argentina ‘s head coach has emerged as the primary mandate for the Argentine Football Association (AFA) as preparations begin for the 2030 World Cup cycle. However, the manager could follow Lionel Messi out the door, as reports indicate extension talks have hit an unexpected impasse . ...
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al Nassr to a 2-1 win vs Abha as he climbs in the Saudi Pro League scoring chart
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr responded to their first defeat of the season in style, beating Abha 2-1 at Al Awwal Park to move level with Al Hilal and Al Qadsiah at the top of the Saudi Pro League standings after six rounds. Ronaldo broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute, rising above his marker […] Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr responded to their first defeat of the season in style, beating Abha 2-1 at Al Awwal Park to move level with Al Hilal and Al Qadsiah at the top of the Saudi Pro Le...
What’s delaying Kily Gonzalez’s arrival as Inter Miami’s new head coach?
Cristian "Kily" Gonzalez's move to Inter Miami has been agreed for weeks, but a pending work permit is keeping him from officially taking over as head coach. Inter Miami fans hoping to see Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez patrolling the sideline have had to wait longer than expected, even though the Argentine coach’s arrival was announced weeks ago. The delay has left Guillermo Hoyos in charge of the team well beyond what many anticipated when the coaching change was first revealed. The holdup ...
Lamine Yamal breaks historic Barcelona captaincy record: How old was Lionel Messi when he first wore La Liga side’s armband?
The teenager's rise has been extraordinary, with another historic moment arriving during a Champions League night in which Barcelona also produced a statement performance against Feyenoord. Lamine Yamal keeps finding new ways to place his name alongside Barcelona legends, and his latest milestone has inevitably invited comparisons with Lionel Messi . The teenager’s rise has been extraordinary, with another historic moment arriving during a Champions League night in which Barcelona also produ...
Lamine Yamal makes history with first goal as Barcelona captain: How long did Lionel Messi wait?
During a spectacular Champions League night against Feyenoord, the teenage star combined goals, assists, and another piece of club history as Barcelona made a statement on the European stage. Lamine Yamal is already collecting Barcelona milestones at a remarkable rate, and his latest achievement inevitably brings Lionel Messi into the conversation. During a spectacular Champions League night against Feyenoord, the teenage star combined goals, assists, and another piece of club history as Bar...
Lamine Yamal breaks Kylian Mbappe’s Champions League record for most goal involvements by a teenager
Lamine Yamal broke Kylian Mbappe's Champions League record for most goal involvements by a teenager during Barcelona's 5-1 rout of Feyenoord. Lamine Yamal has once again rewritten the Champions League history books. The Barcelona winger set a new benchmark for teenage production in the competition during Barcelona’s 5-1 rout of Feyenoord on Wednesday, moving past a mark previously set by Kylian Mbappe . According to OptaJoe , Yamal had already moved to 21 goal involvements in the Champi...
How to watch Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami match in the USA: Live Stream and TV for 2026 MLS season
Inter Miami travel to Soldier Field to face Chicago Fire for the 2026 MLS season in a key Eastern Conference clash. Here are all the details on how to watch this game live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami WHAT MLS 2026 season WHEN 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT • Wednesday, September 9, 2026 WHERE Apple TV STREAM WA...
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