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Valencia have announced their season ticket pricing structure for the Nou Mestalla, the new stadium due to open in the summer of 2027. Prices will range from €300 in the upper tier to €1,700 for the most central seats close to the pitch. The weighted average will be 10.25% lower than at the current Mestalla.
Javi
·5 min read
Pedro Rodríguez announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday at the age of 39. The winger, a key figure in Pep Guardiola's FC Barcelona and a World Cup winner with Spain in 2010, shared the news in an emotional video looking back on a career full of silverware. His last club was Lazio, where his contract came to an end in June.
Matt·6 min read
Kylian Mbappé's future is back in the spotlight after comments from French journalist Daniel Riolo. Speaking on RMC Sport, he suggested the forward could leave Real Madrid at the end of the season. The remarks come after a week of debate over his trip to Paris and Switzerland, a bike ride that sparked controversy and his absence from France's match at the Stade de France.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
Jude Bellingham returns to Real Madrid after an international break in which he recorded a goal and four assists for England. His standout display in the 7-0 win over Croatia raised expectations around the midfielder and reinforced José Mourinho's decision to deploy him close to the opposition box. Now the focus shifts to sustaining that level against Villarreal.
Natilla·5 min read
Arsenal confirmed on Wednesday that Mikel Arteta has signed a contract extension running until June 2030. The 44-year-old Spanish coach led the Gunners to their first Premier League title in 22 years and to the Champions League final. His previous deal expired in 2027, and the new agreement includes a significant salary increase.
varela·5 min read
Senior figures in English football fear Manchester City could feature in next season's Champions League even if they are hit with a severe punishment for breaking financial rules. Winning the competition would secure a place as holders, regardless of their Premier League status. The UEFA licence process and the club's appeal keep the scenario open.
Javi·6 min read
Indonesia claimed the first FIFA Asean Cup title by beating Thailand on penalties in front of 70,000 fans in Jakarta. The tournament, a personal project of Gianni Infantino, gives the FIFA president a timely boost in Asia ahead of the upcoming election. The local triumph offset doubts about a competition that overlaps with the region's long-standing Hyundai Asean Cup.
Matt·5 min read
Valencia returned to training on Tuesday with one eye already on Sunday's trip to Racing de Santander. Javier Aguirre, set for his first game in charge, will have César Tárrega and Mouctar Diakhaby available again after both defenders recovered from muscle injuries. Danjuma and Rioja missed the session.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
FIFA has still not announced a date for its next inspection trip to Spain, Portugal and Morocco ahead of the 2030 World Cup. Spain's general election, called for Sunday 29 November, has put the governing body's plans on hold, since a change of government could force visits and meetings to be repeated. The pending trip is expected to settle the final list of host venues.
Natilla·4 min read
Luka Modric reflected on Croatia's 2-1 defeat against Spain in the Nations League and discussed his future. The midfielder opened up about his retirement, a possible return to Real Madrid off the pitch and Cristiano Ronaldo's situation with Portugal. He made it clear that the Spanish club is still his home.
varela·5 min read