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'Messi won that for you!' - Otamendi roasted for taunting Vinicius

The fiery Champions League encounter between Benfica and Real Madrid has sparked a war of words off the pitch, with former Los Blancos midfielder Wesley Sneijder leading the charge. The Dutch legend did not hold back in his assessment of Nicolas Otamendi’s behaviour during the clash at the Estádio da Luz, where the veteran defender was seen taunting Brazilian superstar Vinicius Junior following a heated exchange on the field. The tension reached boiling point during a stoppage related to the competition's racism protocol, during which Otamendi chose to flex his ink in the face of the Real Madrid winger. The former Manchester City man pointed specifically to his tattoos commemorating Argentina's recent triumphs, including the 2022 World Cup, the Finalissima, and the Copa America, in an apparent attempt to pull rank over the young Brazilian regarding international honours.

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Mourinho confronted by furious Benfica fans at training ground

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, approximately 200 furious Benfica fans stormed the club's training ground in Seixal on Saturday morning to protest a string of disappointing results. The disgruntled supporters confronted manager Jose Mourinho, as well as star defender Nicolas Otamendi and technical director Simao Sabrosa, demanding answers for the team's poor progress this season.

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Trouble for Argentina: Key starter suspended for World Cup opener

Lionel Messi and Argentina have been dealt a major blow with Nicolas Otamendi now suspended for their 2026 World Cup opener after picking up a red card in their final qualifying match against Ecuador. The experienced defender was sent off for a reckless tackle in the 1-0 defeat, but Argentina still finished at the top of the CONMEBOL qualifying table.

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Frequently asked questions

Christian Pulisic plays as a right winger for AC Milan, a position in which he has played for most of his career. However, he has been used as a central attacking midfielder or a left winger, too, highlighting the USMNT skipper's versatility.

Chriistian Pulisic was born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, in the United States of America.

Christian Pulisic wears the No. 11 shirt at AC Milan and has been among their best players since making the switch from Chelsea in 2023.

Christian Pulisic stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). As a winger, he possesses ridiculous amounts of sharpness as well as speed.

Christian Pulisic weighs 73kg (161 lbs), his low weight allowing him to be an extremely agile attacker on the pitch as he relies on a lot of dribbling and running.

In 2005, Christian Pulisic started playing for the Brackley Town youth team. Then, his family shifted to Michigan, prompting Pulisic to play for Michigan Rush. In 2008, the 25-year-old signed up for PA Classics and spent seven years.

Christian Pulisic is currently in a relationship with golf sensation Alexa Melton, but he doesn't have children.

Christian Pulisic is not married, but he is currently dating golf star Alexa Melton.