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Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to stay away from the Portugal national team and will not come back as long as Jorge Jesus remains in charge. The fallout after being left without minutes against Norway has paused an international career of 234 caps and 146 goals. Portugal, meanwhile, keeps winning and leads its Nations League group.
InfoBlaugrana
·4 min read
A group of Premier League clubs want Manchester City to face both retrospective punishments and future sanctions after an independent commission found the club guilty of breaching financial rules. The charges relate to the period between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons. Some executives believe a one-off points deduction leading to relegation would not be enough given the severity of the case.
Natilla·5 min read
Frenkie de Jong has completed his first full session with the Barcelona squad since the 2026 World Cup, where he injured the medial collateral ligament in his right knee. The Dutch midfielder is edging closer to a return after nearly four months out, while Raphinha and Joan García remain on the sidelines.
varela·5 min read
Anthony Gordon has wasted no time winning over Barcelona fans. The English winger, the club's first signing for the 2026-2027 season, discusses his adaptation to Spanish football, his admiration for Barça's style and the pending matter of scoring his first goal. With five assists in eight matches, Gordon explains why he is sure the goals will come.
Javi·6 min read
FIFA lawyers reportedly knew in March that DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi was allegedly ineligible and drew up possible sanctions, but no action was taken. The keeper went on to play at the World Cup and featured in his side's 2-1 defeat to England in the last 32. The case puts fresh pressure on Gianni Infantino after the Folarin Balogun controversy.
Matt·5 min read
Getafe have made significant progress in talks to bring in Dani Carvajal, who has been without a club since his Real Madrid contract ended on June 30. Head coach José Bordalás is backing a move that would add experience and leadership to the squad, with LaLiga's economic control now the final obstacle to completing the deal.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
The Norwegian Football Federation has filed two formal requests with FIFA seeking an investigation into the rescinded red card shown to Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup, the FIFA Forward Enterprise project and the peace award given to Donald Trump. The NFF wants the Ethics Committee and Governance Committee to establish the facts.
Natilla·5 min read
Jamie Carragher has intensified his criticism of Manchester City after the club was found guilty of 114 financial irregularity charges. The former Liverpool defender insists the punishment must be applied this season and warns that a one-off penalty would not be enough. He also believes it would be a farce if City lifted the Premier League trophy given what is now known.
varela·4 min read
Lionel Messi plays his final game for Argentina on Tuesday, October 6 at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. His farewell opens a new era for the Albiceleste, with Cristian Romero as captain, Lionel Scaloni close to renewing until 2030, and young stars Franco Mastantuono and Nico Paz ready to lead the next generation. Life after Messi is already underway.
Javi·7 min read
Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina in a friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires. He leaves with 208 international appearances, 125 goals and the 2022 World Cup that once seemed out of reach. Argentina now faces the challenge of building a new era without its greatest player.
Matt·5 min read