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Valencia CF has opened the doors of the Nou Mestalla to show the progress of a project that remains on schedule for a summer 2027 opening. The roof will be fully hoisted by late October, and seats will be installed between April and May. The club will announce season ticket prices next week, with cheaper top-tier options.
Matt
·4 min read
FIFA's new Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players introduce key changes to contract protection periods and to the sanctions clubs face for breaches. The reforms affect international transfers and come into force on January 1, 2027.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
Khaldoon Al Mubarak has been listed among the UK's approved diplomats since 2020, a status that could complicate any legal action arising from the Premier League case against Manchester City. The independent commission found the club guilty of serious financial rule breaches between 2009 and 2018, including sham commercial contracts used to inflate revenue.
Natilla·6 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal's training camp after his clash with head coach Jorge Jesus. The Portuguese Football Federation's disciplinary code includes a suspension of one to six months and a fine for this type of conduct. The crisis unfolds during the Nations League, with Portugal defending the title and facing Denmark on Thursday.
varela·5 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo's walkout from the Portugal camp after being left on the bench against Norway has shaken Portuguese football. Manu Carreño weighed in on El Larguero and was blunt: the superstar has been defeated by his own ego. The rift with head coach Jorge Jesus is so deep that one of them could be out within days.
Javi·4 min read
England manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that there will never be another Harry Kane. The Bayern Munich striker scored his 87th goal for the Three Lions against the Czech Republic and is two appearances away from matching Peter Shilton's record of 125 caps. The German coach is testing alternatives such as Jude Bellingham for the future of England's attack.
Matt·5 min read
Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Brentford forward Kevin Schade and are now considered genuine contenders for the Germany international. Elsewhere, Manchester City stars Erling Haaland and Phil Foden are attracting attention from top clubs across Europe.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Thibaut Courtois has stayed at Valdebebas during the international break after agreeing with Mark Van Bommel to step away from national team duty. The Belgian goalkeeper explained his reasoning on Onda Cero and reviewed the current situation at Real Madrid. He also discussed Mbappé, the Ballon d'Or and his own personal development.
Natilla·6 min read
The University of Buenos Aires has awarded Lionel Messi its highest honorary distinction. The ceremony will take place on October 6 at the Monumental Stadium, before Argentina's farewell friendly against Benin. The university highlighted his career as an example of excellence, perseverance, humility and ethics.
varela·4 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo's time with the Portugal national team has come to an abrupt and painful end. Following a breakdown in his relationship with head coach Jorge Jesus during the March international break, the Madeira-born striker left the camp and Portuguese media now regard his retirement as final. At 41, the match against Wales would have been his last appearance for his country.
Javi·5 min read