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Team First: Martinez Hints at Ronaldo Rethink After Portugal’s Struggles

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez deflected questions about Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future, emphasizing the team’s collective struggles. When asked directly if Ronaldo would remain with the team, Martinez highlighted the team’s current challenges. He stressed that decisions would be made based on the needs of the entire squad, not on individual situations. He said, “We are […]

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Rwanda Coach Admits Difficulty Facing Nigeria in AFCON 2025 Qualifiers

Rwanda’s head coach, Torsten Frank Spitller, has shared his thoughts on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying draw, as reported by DAILY POST. The Amavubi find themselves in a challenging group alongside Nigeria, Benin Republic, and Libya. Additionally, Rwanda is grouped with Nigeria and Benin for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Spitller expressed […]

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Celebration Controversy: Bellingham Fined, Ban Looms

Jude Bellingham avoids immediate ban for his celebration, but faces a one-match suspension later. UEFA has issued a verdict on Jude Bellingham’s controversial celebration, imposing a suspended one-match ban and a €30,000 fine. This means Bellingham is eligible to play in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland. However, the suspension will be active for […]

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Argentina Coach Addresses Messi’s Penalty Miss

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni praised his team’s spirit after Lionel Messi’s penalty miss in their Copa America 2024 quarter-final win against Ecuador. Despite Messi’s miss during the penalty shootout, Argentina emerged victorious 4-2 after the match finished 1-1. Scaloni highlighted the importance of goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez’s two saves in securing the win. “We have blind […]

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Mbappe Reveals What the Star Does for Him 

French star Kylian Mbappe revealed a surprising mutual respect with Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Euro 2024 quarter-final clash. Mbappe described Ronaldo as a source of inspiration, both on and off the field. He shared that Ronaldo “always tries to give him advice and keeps up to date with what’s going on” in his […]

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Away Trip to Libya Starts AFCON Journey for Super Eagles

Nigeria’s Super Eagles kick off their journey to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a challenging away fixture against Libya, according to DAILY POST. The draw, held in Johannesburg on Thursday, placed the Super Eagles in Group D alongside Libya, Benin Republic, and Rwanda. The opening matches will be played between September 2nd and […]

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Allardyce: Ronaldo Lacks Energy, Holding Portugal Back

Former England manager Sam Allardyce sparked debate by suggesting Portugal coach Roberto Martinez consider benching Cristiano Ronaldo for their Euro 2024 quarter-final against France. Allardyce, known for his pragmatic playing style, commented on the No Tippy Tappy Football podcast that the 39-year-old Ronaldo might not be the best fit for Portugal’s current approach. While acknowledging […]

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