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Scott McTominay has been cleared to return to competitive action after undergoing cardiac ablation in September. The Scottish midfielder is back in training with Napoli and could be called up by Massimiliano Allegri for Saturday's Serie A match against Frosinone.
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·4 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo left a heartfelt message on Leo Messi's latest Instagram post following the tribute Argentina held for their captain this week. The Portuguese striker praised Messi's years defending his country and the legacy he leaves behind. Real Madrid legend Raúl González also reacted to the post.
Natilla·5 min read
Real Madrid return to action this Saturday against Villarreal at the Bernabéu with a defensive shortage that has become a familiar story in recent seasons. José Mourinho has only Antonio Rüdiger fully available for the heart of the back line, while Huijsen is suspended, Asencio is injured and both Konaté and Militao are racing to prove their fitness.
varela·4 min read
Pep Guardiola will attend Manchester City's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night. It will be his first visit since stepping down as manager last summer, coming just days after the club was found guilty of 114 Premier League financial breaches. His return is another show of support for the owners and executives of the City Football Group.
Javi·6 min read
French media are stepping up their scrutiny of Kylian Mbappé's situation at Real Madrid. Outlets such as L'Equipe and pundits at RMC Sport have questioned his individualistic attitude, his nightlife appearances and his communication strategy, while frustration reportedly grows inside the Spanish club. A shock exit at the end of the season is even being discussed.
Matt·6 min read
Victor Osimhen has returned to group training after more than a month out with a groin injury. The Nigerian striker, sidelined since September 4, could be available for the Champions League match against FC Barcelona in Istanbul next Tuesday. Galatasaray, however, will not rush his comeback and will decide based on the latest medical tests.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Harry Kane equalled England's all-time appearance record on Monday by earning his 125th cap for the Three Lions. The striker, already his country's leading goalscorer, said he believes reaching 100 international goals is a realistic target. Team-mates Morgan Rogers and Jude Bellingham were full of praise for their captain after the match.
Natilla·5 min read
The Barcelona-Real Madrid clash on Sunday, October 25 will take a historic step in American television. ESPN will share the broadcast with ABC, allowing the match to air on free television across the entire United States. With Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé on the pitch, the game is set to become the most-watched Clásico ever in the country.
varela·5 min read
Lamine Yamal put together nine straight games with a goal or an assist for Barcelona and Spain before turning 20. It is the longest such streak ever recorded in elite 21st-century football for a player under 20. Neither Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé nor Erling Haaland managed a similar run at that age.
Javi·5 min read
The Court of Arbitration for Sport holds a hearing on Thursday in Lausanne to examine Senegal's appeal against the victory awarded to Morocco in the Africa Cup final. Almost ten months after the controversial match in Rabat, the parties will present their arguments behind closed doors. A ruling is not expected on Thursday, but the court has promised a swift decision.
Matt·5 min read