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Cristiano Ronaldo receives Jorge Jesus’s backing amid criticism over his role with Portugal
Jorge Jesus defended Cristiano Ronaldo against criticism over his fitness and future at the Portugal National team. Cristiano Ronaldo has faced no shortage of questions about his fitness and how much longer he can keep playing at the international level, and during Tuesday’s press conference ahead of Portugal’s Nations League opener against Wales , head coach Jorge Jesus decided to address the criticism head-on. “ Allow me to weigh in on the discussion surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo here...
Cristiano Ronaldo insists reaching 1,000 career goals isn’t his sole objective before retiring
While reaching the 1,000 career goal mark remains a historic goal for Cristiano Ronaldo, the 41-year-old striker has made it clear that individual numbers are not his sole focus as he prepares for the final chapter of his career. Cristiano Ronaldo could become the first player in men’s soccer history to reach 1,000 official career goals , but the Portuguese legend does not view that milestone as his sole objective before hanging up his boots. With Ronaldo hinting that retirement is draw...
Cristiano Ronaldo reveals what convinced him to continue with Portugal after the World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo explained why he chose to keep playing for Portugal after the World Cup, while making clear he's ready to step aside the moment the team no longer needs him. Cristiano Ronaldo addressed the speculation surrounding his international future during the press conference ahead of Portugal’s Nations League opener against Wales , confirming that stepping away from the national team after the World Cup was something he genuinely weighed before deciding against it. Asked what s...
Cristiano Ronaldo reveals the key secret to why Portugal’s captain is happier than ever at 41 after making one major change
At 41 years old, with more than two decades at the highest level behind him, the Portugal captain offered a revealing glimpse into his current mindset during a national team press conference. Cristiano Ronaldo has entered a different stage of his extraordinary career, one where the pressure surrounding every performance appears to carry less weight than it once did. At 41 years old , with more than two decades at the highest level behind him, the Portugal captain offered a revealing glimpse ...
Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on working under Jorge Jesus with Portugal after Saudi title win with Al Nassr
Portugal reunited Cristiano Ronaldo with his former club manager, as Jorge Jesus took charge of the national team after guiding the striker to the Saudi Pro League title last season with Al Nassr. Portugal begin their quest to capture the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League title with a familiar partnership at the helm, as Jorge Jesus takes charge of the national team, reuniting with Cristiano Ronaldo following their title-winning campaign at Al Nassr. During the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League season...
Cristiano Ronaldo makes Portugal selection stance clear with surprise bench admission ahead of Nations League title defence
At the age of 41, the captain remains one of the central figures in the national team, but his latest comments have offered an intriguing glimpse into how he sees his role during a new chapter for Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo has made his position clear as Portugal prepares to begin its UEFA Nations League title defence under new head coach Jorge Jesus. At the age of 41 , the captain remains one of the central figures in the national team, but his latest comments have offered an intriguing gl...
Christian Pulisic helps Ruben Amorim rewrite Milan history after breaking 47-year-old record
After Sunday's emphatic victory over Lecce, Amorim has now reached a remarkable milestone in Milan's history, although the significance of his opening run only becomes clear when it is compared with some of the club's most famous managerial starts. Christian Pulisic has helped Ruben Amorim turn a difficult opening chapter at Milan into something the club has not seen for decades. After Sunday’s emphatic victory over Lecce, Amorim has now reached a remarkable milestone in Milan’s history , al...
Cristiano Ronaldo teases a retirement announcement for ‘the world,’ but not just yet
ristiano Ronaldo dodged questions about his retirement timeline ahead of Portugal's Nations League opener, but promised that whenever the moment comes, he'll announce it "to the world". Cristiano Ronaldo once again found himself dodging questions about his future, this time during a press conference ahead of Portugal’s Nations League opener against Wales , offering a mix of humor and honesty rather than any real clarity on when his career might end. The moment came when a journalist ask...
Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohamed Salah share rare achievement after stunning Galatasaray hat-trick
The Egyptian forward's latest display in Turkey placed him in an exclusive group that includes the Portuguese superstar, with only a handful of players having achieved the same feat against the Istanbul giant since the turn of the century. Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohamed Salah have been linked by another unusual chapter in their careers after Salah produced a stunning individual performance against Galatasaray. The Egyptian forward’s latest display in Turkey placed him in an exclusive group th...
Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix could have new Portugal roles as Jorge Jesus reveals tactical plan
The coach has already hinted that he has a clear tactical vision for the team, and his comments suggest that some of Portugal's biggest names may be asked to operate differently from their usual club positions. Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix could be set for different roles with Portugal as Jorge Jesus begins a new era with the national team. The coach has already hinted that he has a clear tactical vision for the team, and his comments suggest that some of Portugal’s biggest names may be ...
Lionel Messi joins Denis Bouanga in MLS history with another remarkable consecutive goalscoring record
Lionel Messi has added another remarkable achievement to his growing MLS legacy, putting his name alongside Denis Bouanga in a statistical club that contains only two players. Lionel Messi has added another remarkable achievement to his growing MLS legacy, putting his name alongside Denis Bouanga in a statistical club that contains only two players. The Inter Miami captain reached another major goalscoring milestone against San Diego FC, and the latest entry in the record books underlines ju...
Cristiano Ronaldo still holds incredible record Harry Kane could not break after reaching 100 Bayern goals
but even Harry Kane's remarkable start to the season with Bayern Munich has fallen short of one benchmark the Portuguese superstar established more than a decade ago. Cristiano Ronaldo has watched another elite goalscorer rewrite the history books, but even Harry Kane ‘s remarkable start to the season with Bayern Munich has fallen short of one benchmark the Portuguese superstar established more than a decade ago. Kane has now reached 100 Bundesliga goals faster than anyone before him, yet Ro...
Lionel Messi loses seven teammates for Inter Miami’s clash vs Columbus Crew due to FIFA break
Inter Miami will be without seven players on national team duty for their clash with Columbus Crew, on top of an already thin squad due to injuries, though Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will still be available. Lionel Messi will have a considerably thinner squad around him when Inter Miami host Columbus Crew this weekend, with the club set to be without seven players called up by their respective national teams during the international break. Germán Berterame (Mexico), Dayne St. Clai...
Lionel Messi nears all-time free-kick record after his strike for Inter Miami vs San Diego FC
Lionel Messi scored his 75th career free-kick in Inter Miami's draw with San Diego FC, moving into outright second place on the all-time list and just four goals shy of the record. Lionel Messi found the net from a dead ball once again during Inter Miami ‘s 2-2 draw with San Diego FC , a match that also saw Luis Suárez get on the scoresheet, and in doing so moved himself even closer to a record that has stood for years. The goal was Messi’s 75th career free-kick , pushing him past Brazi...
Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho are Lamine Yamal’s blueprint for what the Ballon d’Or should really honor
Lamine Yamal says the Ballon d'Or should reward style over goals, pointing to Messi and Ronaldinho as his model. When Lamine Yamal talks about what the Ballon d’Or should reward, two names keep coming up: Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho . In an extensive interview with L’Équipe , the Barcelona forward pointed to both as the kind of players the award was really made for, arguing that his own style of play, more than stats or trophies, is his strongest case for the honor. Asked directly about...
Real Madrid demand Javier Tebas step down as LaLiga president in scathing statement
Real Madrid demanded Javier Tebas step down as LaLiga president, calling it "intolerable" that he continues to publicly target the club after their controversial derby loss to Atlético Madrid. Real Madrid escalated their ongoing conflict with LaLiga president Javier Tebas on Monday, releasing an official statement calling for him to step down and accusing him of using his position to repeatedly target the club. The statement came in direct response to comments Tebas made on his personal...
Christian Pulisic could learn his future soon as Milan sets key contract renewal deadline after 266-day goalscoring drought ends
With the club reportedly setting a strict deadline for his contract renewal, the American superstar is about to learn his fate very soon. Christian Pulisic is finally back on the scoresheet, ending his frustrating goal drought for Milan in style. But this massive breakthrough means way more than just a single goal. With the club reportedly setting a strict deadline for his contract renewal, the American superstar is about to learn his fate very soon. The forward had endured a difficult ...
Christian Pulisic’s 266-day and 19 games wait is over at Milan: How long has it been since his last USMNT goal?
Yet, amid the triumph of his club resurgence, a lingering shadow remains over his international legacy: When did the American talisman last find the back of the net for the United States? The dark clouds have finally parted over Christian Pulisic as the Milsn ace has finally shattered a grueling 266-day, 19-match drought that tested his very resolve. Yet, amid the triumph of his club resurgence, a lingering shadow remains over his international legacy: When did the American talisman last fin...
Lionel Scaloni reportedly offered a contract extension by Argentina through the 2030 World Cup
Argentina has reportedly offered Lionel Scaloni a long-term deal through 2030, with the coach set to decide whether he'll lead the team into a new cycle after Messi's farewell. Lionel Scaloni ‘s future as Argentina head coach appeared to be in doubt in the immediate aftermath of the World Cup final loss to Spain, when he told reporters in a somber tone, “ I have a contract until December and after that I’ll probably step away… I still have to talk with the president about it “. Two months la...
Kylian Mbappe’s France role to change dramatically as Zinedine Zidane could expose Jose Mourinho’s biggest Real Madrid dilemma with Vinicius
What happens during the international break could provide an intriguing glimpse into a tactical question that has continued to follow Mbappe and Vinicius at club level. Kylian Mbappe is entering a new chapter with France under Zinedine Zidane, while Jose Mourinho faces a familiar Real Madrid problem involving Vinicius Junior. What happens during the international break could provide an intriguing glimpse into a tactical question that has continued to follow Mbappe and Vinicius at club level....
Cristiano Ronaldo’s son recreates his father’s iconic moment after scoring twice for Al-Nassr U-17 (VIDEO)
As the mesmerizing footage echoes worldwide, the footballing world bears witness to a chillingly perfect reflection: the undeniable spirit and prowess of a legendary icon seemingly reborn in the next generation. A new heir has risen on the pitch, as Cristiano Ronaldo Jr . delivered a breathtaking performance for Al-Nassr’s U-17 side, striking twice before mirroring his father’s immortal moment. As the mesmerizing footage echoes worldwide, the footballing world bears witness to a chillingly p...
Kylian Mbappe makes case for 2026 Ballon d’Or: ‘I’d be disappointed if I don’t win’
Kylian Mbappe has publicly staked his claim for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, insisting that his unmatched individual numbers make him the rightful frontrunner for soccer's most coveted individual honor. Kylian Mbappe remains one of the frontrunners to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or , but the ultimate decision rests with the voters. Nevertheless, the French striker firmly believes no player has a stronger argument to claim the award than him. In recent days, several candidates have publicly stated wh...
Lionel Messi unveils special Argentina jersey for his farewell match vs Benin
Lionel Messi revealed the special jersey he'll wear for his Argentina farewell on October 6 against Benin. Lionel Messi , at 39 years old and fresh off a standout showing at his sixth World Cup , will close out his international career on October 6 , when the Monumental hosts Argentina’s farewell friendly against Benin as part of the current FIFA window. The Inter Miami forward, who had already announced his retirement from the national team, was called up specifically for this last of ...
Atletico Madrid issue blunt response to Real Madrid after Jose Mourinho’s photo-printout referee rant
Following Sunday’s Madrid Derby, Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho severely criticized the match officials over controversial calls that impacted Los Merengues, prompting a blunt response from Atletico Madrid. Following Sunday’s 2–1 derby victory, Atletico Madrid issued a sharp response to Jose Mourinho’s scathing post-match comments regarding the officiating. During his press conference, the Real Madrid manager displayed printed images of two fouls by Atletico players that he argued de...
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone shows massive respect for Barcelona: ‘They play a different sport’
Barcelona are arguably the best team in world soccer right now, and Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone is acutely aware of the Blaugrana's current dominance. Barcelona are dominating LaLiga in the 2026–27 season, and Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is well aware of it , praising the Blaugrana for their outstanding performances this campaign. After defeating Real Madrid 2–1 at the Metropolitano Stadium , Simeone was questioned about the LaLiga title race and Atletico ‘s main riv...
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