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Argentina youngsters say farewell to Messi will be hard
Lisandro Martinez, Enzo Fernandez and Franco Mastantuono described the mood around Lionel Messi’s last home match for Argentina.
Ronaldo breaks his silence: I must be punished
Cristiano Ronaldo has described a breakdown in trust over Portugal's recent camp and says the federation should sanction him for leaving fans without thanks.
Anderson says Yamal is ahead of football’s biggest names
The former Brazil star says no young player matches the Barcelona winger right now, and backs him for the game’s top individual prize.
Urgent meeting in Portugal: Is Ronaldo returning?!
The Portuguese federation wants to repair its relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo after his abrupt departure from camp.
Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp after tense few days
The 41-year-old said he will explain his reasons later after leaving Portugal’s camp.
Cape Verde keeper says fame has cost him privacy
Woziniah says he would go back to being less recognisable after his World Cup breakout and social-media surge.
Real Madrid and Barcelona track Gilberto Mora rise
AS says the 17-year-old Mexico midfielder has drawn interest from both clubs after his first senior international goal against Colombia.
Cubarsi sets Champions League as next Barcelona target
The 19-year-old says lifting Europe’s top prize with Barça would be a dream, while backing Lamine Yamal for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
Ronaldo targets 1,000th goal and Portugal return to glory
The Portugal captain says he still wants to play on, with a possible final season looming.
Zidane selected the four captains of the French national team
Zinedine Zidane has kept Kylian Mbappe as France skipper and added three more players to his leadership group.
Mbappé: Ronaldo was my role model
The France forward also named Jordan, Serena Williams and Rihanna in a chat with The Athletic.
Gavi backs Lamine Yamal for football’s top table
The Barcelona midfielder says Yamal has the talent and mentality to reach the very top, while admitting he feels more pressure now than at 17.
Kane targets Ballon d'Or after trophy-laden season
Harry Kane says winning football's top individual prize is a goal after a season he calls the most successful of his career.