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Cristian Chivu addresses Lautaro Martinez’s Barcelona rumors: ‘I think he will stay here for a very long time’
Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu addressed Lautaro Martinez's future amid the rumors linking him to Barcelona. Cristian Chivu addressed the swirling speculation around Lautaro Martinez’s future and reported Barcelona interest on Friday, speaking to reporters ahead of Inter Milan’s Serie A opener against Monza. Asked directly about reports linking the Argentine captain to Barcelona, Chivu didn’t shy away from the topic. “ Lautaro is our captain and we keep him with us. I think he will st...
Why isn’t Cristiano Ronaldo playing today for Al-Nassr vs Al-Riyadh in Matchday 2 of 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season?
After a strong start without its captain, the club now heads into Friday’s Riyadh derby with a major question hanging over the team, and the answer could shape the way Ange Postecoglou approaches the contest. Cristiano Ronaldo will once again have to wait for his first competitive appearance of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season , with Al-Nassr facing Al-Riyadh in a Riyadh derby on Matchday 2. The Portugal captain had been expected to make his long-awaited return, but the latest team news h...
Christian Pulisic back in Milan group training as Torino squad call depends on one factor
After spending 44 days on the sidelines, the American attacker is back among his teammates, although there is still some uncertainty over whether he will be involved this weekend. Christian Pulisic has taken a major step toward returning to competitive action for Milan , rejoining full group training just days before the club opens its Serie A campaign against Torino . After spending 44 days on the sidelines, the American attacker is back among his teammates, although there is still some unc...
Arsenal make contact with Atletico Madrid over Julian Alvarez as Barcelona dream lingers
Amid stalled talks with Barcelona, Arsenal reportedly made contact with Atletico Madrid over Julian Alvarez. Arsenal have made direct contact with Atletico Madrid to discuss potential conditions for a Julian Alvarez deal, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano . A meeting took place in London with Atleti director Mateu Alemany , marking one of the clearest signs yet that the Premier League champions are serious about pursuing the Argentine forward before the transfer window closes. Pri...
Claudio Tapia’s AFA responds to FIFA’s harsh punishment against Argentina with appeal plan
AFA president Claudio Tapia responded to the punishment FIFA handed Argentina over the incidents at the 2026 World Cup. The Argentine Football Association ( AFA) wasted little time reacting to FIFA’s harsh punishment against Argentina , issuing a statement from Claudio Tapia’s offices confirming that the federation’s legal department will formally request the grounds for the sanctions in order to challenge them before FIFA’s Appeal Committee. “ Given the notifications received, and in d...
Lionel Messi’s Argentina receive harsh FIFA punishment following 2026 World Cup incidents
Lionel Messi's Argentina received a harsh sanction from FIFA, following several incidents throughout their campaign at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi ’s Argentina have been hit with a significant sanction from FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee, which announced that the AFA must pay a total fine of $321,000 for a series of violations committed throughout the 2026 World Cup . The penalties cover discriminatory chants and gestures from Argentine fans across matches against Cape Verde, Egypt,...
Cristiano Ronaldo handed double blow as rivals Al-Riyadh and Al-Ettifaq get major boost before facing Al-Nassr in Saudi Pro League
Two upcoming opponents have received important news that could strengthen their squads at exactly the wrong time for the Riyadh giants, adding another layer of intrigue to the early weeks of the title race. Al-Nassr has made a strong start to the new Saudi Pro League campaign, but the road ahead for Cristiano Ronaldo has suddenly become more complicated. Two upcoming opponents have received important news that could strengthen their squads at exactly the wrong time for the Riyadh giants , ad...
How to watch Al Riyadh vs Al Nassr match in the USA: Live Stream and TV for 26/27 Saudi Pro League Matchday 2
Al Nassr face Al Riyadh in Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 Saudi Pro League season. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Al Riyadh vs Al Nassr on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Al Riyadh vs Al Nassr WHAT Saudi Pro League WHEN 12:00pm ET / 9:00am PT • Friday, August 20, 2026 WHERE Fubo STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview Al Nassr re...
Al Hilal send Darwin Nunez on Saudi Pro League loan as Karim Benzema shuts down transfer rumors
Darwin Nunez joined Al Hilal in August 2025 as a marquee signing, but just one year later, he has agreed to a season-long Saudi Pro League loan to newly promoted Al Diriyah. Karim Benzema has shut down rumors of a potential transfer . At the same time, Al Hilal have decided to move on from Darwin Nunez , sending him on a Saudi Pro League loan . In recent days, reports emerged that Benzema was seeking a return to European soccer . However, the French striker dismissed those rumors, creat...
Karim Benzema shuts down rumors about a Saudi Pro League departure: ‘I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal’
Despite the rumors about a possible departure from Al Hilal, Karim Benzema confirmed he'll be staying at the Saudi Pro League club. Karim Benzema put an end to speculation about his future at the Saudi Pro League , confirming he has no intention of leaving his club this summer. “ I’m gonna stay at Al Hilal ,” the French forward said, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano , closing the door on a transfer saga that had picked up steam in recent days. The rumors gained traction after rep...
‘If Cristiano plays against us, it will be a pleasure for everyone,’ says Al Riyadh boss ahead of Al Nassr clash
Cristiano Ronaldo could make his season debut for Al Nassr in the match against Al Riyadh for the Saudi Pro League. Whether Cristiano Ronaldo actually takes the field on Friday for his Al Nassr’s season debut remains uncertain , but he’s at least back in the conversation. The 41-year-old has yet to make an appearance this season after missing his team opening two matches following his preseason absence. He returned to individual training earlier this week, and while there’s no guarantee...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr faces new challenge as 2026-27 King’s Cup Round of 16 draw is revealed
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr has discovered its next challenge in Saudi Arabia’s most prestigious knockout competition after the King’s Cup Round of 16 draw was completed. With eight single-leg ties scheduled for October, the Riyadh side now knows what stands between it and another step toward domestic silverware. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s Al-Nassr has discovered its next challenge in Saudi Arabia’s most prestigious knockout competition after the King’s Cup Round of 16 draw was completed . With e...
Christian Pulisic’s chances to feature in Serie A opener vs Torino revealed after being cleared for Milan group training
The latest development could have a major impact on how Ruben Amorim manages one of his most important attacking players, although there is still some uncertainty over what comes next. Christian Pulisic has given Milan an important boost just days before the start of the Serie A season , with the American edging closer to a competitive return after a frustrating summer. The latest development could have a major impact on how Ruben Amorim manages one of his most important attacking players, a...
Cristiano Ronaldo back for Saudi Pro League clash vs Al-Riyadh as Al-Nassr suffers major blow with Samu Costa and five others missing
While the Portuguese superstar is ready to make his highly anticipated season debut, the squad still has to fight through the absence of several heavy hitters. Cristiano Ronaldo returns to the Al-Nassr lineup for Friday’s high-stakes Saudi Pro League showdown against Al-Riyadh , handing boss Ange Postecoglou a massive weapon for the second game of the season. But while the Portuguese superstar is ready to make his highly anticipated season debut, the squad still has to fight through the abse...
Cristian Romero backs Julian Alvarez amid Atletico Madrid fan tension: ‘I see him very well’
Cristian Romero was presented as a new Atletico Madrid player, where he addressed Julian Alvarez and the situation he's currently going through. Cristian “Cuti” Romero was officially presented as a new Atletico Madrid signing on Thursday, having missed the club’s 2026-27 LaLiga opener, a 2-0 win over Malaga in which a section of Atletico supporters directed chants at teammate Julian Alvarez over his links to Barcelona. The Argentine defender, who arrived after leaving Tottenham, addressed th...
Xabi Alonso remains evasive on Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea future amid Man City links
Manchester City are keen on acquiring Enzo Fernandez, and Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has clarified his perspective on the Argentine midfielder's future. Chelsea recently appointed Xabi Alonso as their new manager , and the Spanish coach has now directly addressed rumors linking Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City with a firm statement. The 2026–27 Premier League season is about to kick off, with Chelsea launching their campaign on Monday, August 24, against Fulham . For th...
Ronaldinho reportedly comes back from retirement to sign with Italian club
Ronaldinho arrived in Italy, where he'll sign a contract with Ravenna to come out of retirement and play professionally. Ronaldinho touched down in Italy on Thursday ahead of his official presentation as a new player for Ravenna , the Serie C club that shocked the football world by signing the Brazilian legend as part of an international expansion strategy. The 46-year-old arrived at Forlì Airport from Milan, greeting fans with his trademark “shaka” gesture, the same city where he spent...
Lionel Messi could welcome Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi Pro League rival Karim Benzema at Inter Miami, but there’s a catch
A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possible next chapter for the Frenchman, although the situation surrounding his future is far more complicated than the glamorous destination might suggest. Lionel Messi could soon find himself sharing a dressing room with Karim Benzema, the former Real Madrid superstar who once played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and is now one of his biggest rivals in the Saudi Pro League. A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possibl...
Diego Simeone refuses to defend Julian Alvarez over Atletico Madrid supporters’ chants against him
Atletico Madrid fans chanted against Julian Alvarez, and coach Diego Simeone didn't defend the player amid the situation. Atletico Madrid kicked off their 2026-27 LaLiga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga, though Julian Alvarez ‘s situation still found its way into the conversation at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. The Argentine forward, whose future at the club has been thrown into doubt amid persistent links to Barcelona , didn’t feature in the match as he continues working to...
Cristiano Ronaldo learns Al-Nassr’s decision on vital teammate Joao Felix’s future after Saudi Pro League title win
After helping the club secure the Saudi Pro League title and continuing his excellent form into the new campaign, Felix has become an increasingly important figure in Ronaldo’s attacking setup. Cristiano Ronaldo has learned the latest development surrounding Joao Felix’s future at Al-Nassr, with the Portuguese forward’s impressive rise in Saudi Arabia putting his long-term plans firmly in the spotlight. After helping the club secure the Saudi Pro League title and continuing his excellent for...
MLS to decide if Lionel Messi will be sanctioned for hitting Quinn Sullivan in Inter Miami draw
Lionel Messi could be sanctioned by MLS following an incident with Quinn Sullivan in Inter Miami's draw against the Philadelphia Union. Lionel Messi could be facing discipline from MLS after a late-game incident overshadowed Inter Miami’s 2-2 draw with the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday night. After leading 2-1, Neil Pierre equalized in the 58th minute, with tensions on the pitch already starting to rise. Right after the equalizer, Messi had an exchange with Quinn Sullivan in which he ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr status for Al-Riyadh emerges as Ange Postecoglou set to make key decision
With the Portuguese superstar working his way back to full fitness, the Australian coach faces a delicate call over how quickly to bring his captain back into the action. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s return to competitive action is becoming one of the biggest talking points around Al-Nassr as Ange Postecoglou weighs an important decision ahead of the Saudi Pro League clash with Al-Riyadh. With the Portuguese superstar working his way back to full fitness, the Australian coach faces a delicate call o...
Al Hilal set sights on Gabriel Martinelli to counter Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr in Saudi Pro League
With Karim Benzema's future up in the air, Al Hilal could make a major move by signing Gabriel Martinelli to counter Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. As Al Hilal face uncertainty over whether Karim Benzema will remain at the club , they have activated a contingency plan that includes targeting Gabriel Martinelli to rival Cristiano Ronaldo and reigning Saudi Pro League champions Al Nassr . Al Hilal last lifted the SPL title in the 2023–24 campaign . The club has bu...
Christian Pulisic’s Milan gets unexpected major payday as Tijjani Reijnders joins Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Pro League
The Dutch midfielder’s rapid departure from Manchester City has raised plenty of eyebrows, but behind the headline transfer lies another development that could prove especially significant for the Italian club. Christian Pulisic and his Milan teammates have suddenly found themselves linked to a remarkable financial story after Manchester City’s Tijjani Reijnders followed Cristiano Ronaldo into the Saudi Pro League. The Dutch midfielder’s rapid departure from Manchester City has raised plenty...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr could land Saudi Pro League rival Nahitan Nandez in shock swap deal as midfielder’s stance emerges
The situation has taken an intriguing turn in recent days, with discussions between two league rivals potentially opening the door to a move that could reshape both squads. Cristiano Ronaldo could soon have another experienced name alongside him at Al-Nassr, with Nahitan Nandez emerging as a surprise target in a developing Saudi Pro League transfer story. The situation has taken an intriguing turn in recent days, with discussions between two league rivals potentially opening the door to a mo...
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