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Éder Militao took part in Real Madrid's closed training session at Valdebebas on Tuesday as he nears the end of his recovery. The Brazilian centre-back worked alongside the first-team players available during the international break, while several teammates remain on duty with their national teams. Real Madrid are preparing to host Villarreal in LaLiga.
Matt
·5 min read
A supporter died on Monday night at the National Sports Stadium in Harare during a crowd crush that broke out just before kickoff between Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa Cup 2027 qualifying. Zimbabwean police have opened an investigation into the incident at gate two, which involved a riot control vehicle and a pedestrian.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Ferhat Gundogdu, the president of Turkey's refereeing body, has been arrested along with six other people as part of a police corruption investigation. Justice Minister Akin Gurlek confirmed searches of homes, workplaces and offices and pledged to keep fighting for clean football. The probe focuses on alleged interference in referee classifications, appointments, scoring and rule exams.
Natilla·4 min read
Raphinha delivered another standout performance on Tuesday for Brazil, this time leading the attack in the friendly against Australia. Carlo Ancelotti brought the tactical idea that Hansi Flick uses at Barcelona into the national team and deployed the Brazilian forward as a striker. At 29, the former Leeds player is enjoying the best form of his career.
varela·5 min read
Raphinha raised alarm bells at Barcelona after being taken off at half-time in Brazil's friendly against Australia. The forward, who had scored from the penalty spot in the final minute of the first half, felt discomfort in his right thigh and stayed in the dressing room. Brazil's football federation confirmed the issue, although the full extent of the problem is still unknown.
Javi·4 min read
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has called for Manchester City to receive the most severe sanction available under Premier League regulations after reports that the club has been found guilty of most of the 115 charges it faces. Tebas believes the outcome should mark a turning point for football across Europe. He also wants the 2020 CAS ruling that overturned UEFA's ban on the club to be reviewed.
Matt·6 min read
Wayne Rooney has made his position clear on the Manchester City financial case. The former Manchester United striker does not want to receive a Premier League winners' medal retrospectively and says his old club did not do enough to claim those titles. City have been found guilty of most of the 115 charges and plan to appeal as sanctions remain pending.
InfoBlaugrana·6 min read
Liverpool are expanding their worldwide search for emerging players through a dedicated global talent department led by Matt Newberry. Signings such as Mor Talla Ndiaye, Ifeanyi Ndukwe and Samuel Martinez show a strategy built on regional scouts, extensive contacts and a clear development pathway. The academy insists every new arrival must have a realistic chance of reaching the first team.
Natilla·7 min read
Bayern Munich has been handed a 45,000-euro fine by UEFA. The sanction relates to the first Champions League league phase match played on September 10 against Bodo Glimt. European football's governing body considered that the German club transmitted a message that was not suitable for a sporting event.
varela·5 min read
Valencia CF has confirmed the dates for season ticket holders to choose their seats at the Nou Mestalla. The process will start in October 2026 with online group creation and end in summer 2027 with season ticket payment. The club has also detailed the stadium's seating layout, the singing section and the access routes.
Javi·5 min read