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Mbappé pledges Real Madrid can do big things
The France forward said Real Madrid’s new arrivals must settle quickly as the squad targets success across all fronts.
France withdraws support for Infantino re-election bid
The French Football Federation has reversed its backing for the Fifa president ahead of the 18 March 2027 vote in Rabat.
United's 15-year-old gem is not yet ready to be unveiled
Andy Cole says JJ Gabriel may not make his senior competitive debut this season, despite the attention around the 15-year-old.
Mbappé: Winning the Champions League is more important than the Ballon d'Or
The Real Madrid forward said winning Europe’s top club competition matters more to him than the Ballon d’Or.
Romero chosen as Argentina’s new captain after Messi exit
The Atlético Madrid defender is set to wear the armband as Argentina move into the post-Messi era.
Tebas backs Rodri for second Ballon d’Or
The La Liga president says Rodri’s World Cup display outweighs the midfielder’s injury-hit club season.
Lewandowski: I will always be a Barcelona fan
Robert Lewandowski says Barcelona need time after his departure, while claiming Real Madrid have grown stronger under José Mourinho.
Modrić: Ronaldo will reach 1,000 goals
The former Real Madrid team-mates remain convinced the Al Nassr forward can keep scoring well beyond that landmark.
Infantino hails Messi after Argentina exit
The FIFA president praised Lionel Messi’s Argentina career after the forward’s final international appearances.
Dutch Football Federation: We have lost confidence in Infantino
The Dutch FA said it no longer trusts Gianni Infantino and urged changes to FIFA’s leadership and decision-making structure.
Mourinho: The Ballon d’Or Is Political
The Fenerbahçe coach argued the award should not be decided by trophies alone, and suggested it has become political.
Cucurella: This Real Madrid side is promising and exciting to watch
The Madrid new boy praised Kylian Mbappé after a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad left Real top with six points.
Valverde hails Mbappé after Real Madrid win 4-1
The Real Madrid captain said the side were focused and deserved the result against Real Sociedad.