Real Madrid star Rodrygo has emphasized the importance of Neymar for Brazil’s chances of securing a record sixth World Cup in 2026. According to Rodrygo, Neymar is considered the star and best player of the Brazilian national team. This sentiment was echoed in an exclusive interview with ESPN Brasil where Rodrygo highlighted how Neymar’s presence
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Valencia Football Club has announced its decision to initiate disciplinary proceedings against one of its forwards, Rafa Mir, following his arrest by the Spanish Guardia Civil police. The 27-year-old player is facing allegations of sexual assault, which has led the club to take strict actions against him. In a statement released to the press, Valencia
Despite suffering a season-ending ruptured ACL injury, Barcelona’s young talent Marc Bernal has agreed to a new contract with the club. Sources have confirmed to ESPN that the 17-year-old midfielder will sign a deal until 2026, with the option to extend it for an additional three seasons until 2029. This extension was made possible by
As the sun sets in Jakarta, the Australian national team, Socceroos, begins their preparations for a World Cup qualifier against Indonesia. Surrounded by children’s games on adjacent pitches, the team sets up for a session in an unconventional setting. This unique arrangement showcases the blend of professional sports and grassroots youth development, highlighting the charm
Rodrygo expressed his disappointment and frustration at being omitted from the Ballon d’Or shortlist this week. Despite his contributions to Real Madrid’s success in the previous season, he was not among the 30 players nominated for the prestigious award. In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Rodrygo admitted that he felt he deserved a place on
Spain forward Dani Olmo will be missing in action for Barcelona on Sunday due to a minor knee problem. Despite the injury not being serious, the decision has been made for him to return to Barcelona and sit out the game against Switzerland. This absence will have a significant impact on Barcelona’s midfield, where Olmo
Barcelona Atlètic, the reserve side of FC Barcelona, witnessed history with cousins Toni and Guille Fernández becoming the youngest-ever scorers for the team. This duo’s remarkable feat highlights the importance of nurturing young talent in football and the impact it can have on a club. Toni and Guille Fernández’s achievement is not just about breaking
Juventus has been actively scouting talents from North America, particularly keeping a close eye on players such as Jonathan David, Ricardo Pepi, and Malik Tillman. David, a standout player from Lille, has garnered interest from top clubs like Internazionale and Barcelona, but Juventus seems to have already started making moves to secure his signature. Pepi
Jürgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, surprised football fans by making a comeback to management on Saturday. He took charge of Borussia Dortmund for a testimonial game to honour former players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski. Both players were part of Klopp’s successful Bundesliga-winning teams in 2011 and 2012 and also helped Dortmund reach the
Wayne Rooney, the former Manchester United star, showcased his brilliance once again during a legends game against Celtic at Old Trafford. In a moment reminiscent of his prime, Rooney scored a sensational free kick that left everyone in awe. The right-footed strike found the top corner of the net, proving that Rooney still possesses the