New Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has named his first 25-player squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. The selection retains skipper Cristiano Ronaldo while introducing four key additions as the reigning champions begin their title defence in Group A4.
Cristiano Ronaldo may be “slower” than he was, at 41 years of age, but Gus Poyet has told GOAL why the Portuguese GOAT can play for as long as he wants in the Saudi Pro League. The ex-Chelsea and Tottenham star has spent time coaching in the Middle East and sees no reason why a global superstar pursuing another notable milestone should consider hanging up his boots any time soon.
The race to host the 2030 World Cup final has taken a dramatic turn following a public intervention from the Moroccan government. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch has officially rebuked the nation's football chief for making premature claims about the tournament's showpiece event.