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📽️ | Angry Martinez facing punishment for camera slap

Emi Martinez faces possible punishment from FIFA after slapping a camera operator to the floor at the end of Argentina’s defeat to Colombia.

‘No risk’ – Wrexham hotshot Mullin backed for Wales call-up

Wrexham hotshot Paul Mullin is being backed to earn an international call-up with Wales as there is “no risk” involved in giving him a chance.

Brazil boss Dorival mocked for HUGE World Cup prediction

Dorival Junior was mocked on social media for giving off Jurgen Klopp "vibes" as fans reacted to the Brazil manager's ambitious World Cup prediction.

De Paul told Argentina only pick him 'because he's Messi's friend'

Rodrigo De Paul has been branded an “unpleasant guy” and told that Argentina only continue to pick him “because he’s Lionel Messi’s friend”.

Ronaldo set insane 1100 goal target by ex-Man Utd team-mate

Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of scoring 1100 goals in his stunning career, says Louis Saha, after setting himself the target of reaching four figures.

Vinicius told he is 'not unpopular in Spain because of his race'

Former Real Madrid and Valencia goalkeeper Santiago Canizares has rubbished Vinicius Junior's comments about potentially moving the 2030 World Cup.

Van Dijk reaffirms Netherlands commitment after retirement hint

Virgil van Dijk has reaffirmed his commitment to the Netherlands after previously hinting at retirement, with another World Cup being targeted.

Fernandes gives his verdict on Ronaldo's World Cup 2026 hopes

Bruno Fernandes says Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of playing at the 2026 World Cup - but it is up to the 39-year-old whether he wants to or not.

‘Reason why he’s in Saudi Arabia’ – CR7 becomes a ‘problem’

Cristiano Ronaldo has become a “problem” for Portugal, says Gabriel Agbonlahor, with the all-time great told “there’s a reason he’s in Saudi Arabia”.

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Martinez can’t help himself! Keeper dusts off lewd celebration

World Cup winner Emi Martinez has dusted off his lewd trophy celebration when helping Argentina to parade their latest Copa America crown.

Another record & 900 goals but Ronaldo has ‘more dreams’

Cristiano Ronaldo has made more history, reaching 900 career goals, but the Al-Nassr and Portugal superstar claims to still “have more dreams”.

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Messi sends emotional retirement message to Di Maria

Lionel Messi sent an emotional retirement message to Angel Di Maria as his fellow World Cup winner bid farewell to the Argentina national team.

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‘Messi rent free in his head' - CR7 mocked for Euros claim

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told Lionel Messi is “living rent free in his head” after claiming that his Euros win is equivalent to a World Cup triumph.

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USMNT told how Messi & Kane gave Poch his biggest strength

Jesse Marsch has explained how Lionel Messi, Harry Kane and Neymar contributed to the biggest strength Mauricio Pochettino will bring to the USMNT.

Ronaldo threatens to hold Portugal hostage until 2026

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner clearly cannot accept the fact that his national team would be better off without him

'Elite level' Carsley is a serious contender for England job

The former journeyman midfielder has already taken the Under-21s to glory while playing the type of exciting football the country craves

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Vinicius insists Spain should not host 2030 WC if racism persists

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior says that Spain should be stripped of 2030 World Cup hosting rights if racist abuse continues in the country.

‘It never crossed my mind’ – Ronaldo retirement claim

Cristiano Ronaldo says it “never crossed my mind” to retire from international duty with Portugal, with the all-time great embracing criticism.

Saudi Arabia 2034: 15 stadiums hoping to host World Cup

The tournament will soon be back in the Middle East after the success of Qatar 2022, with a host of different venues in line to stage games

Lineker reveals ‘long shot’ choice for next England manager

Gary Lineker has revealed his “long shot” choice to be next England manager, with the FA being urged to lure Pep Guardiola away from Manchester City.

Explained: When Messi 2026 World Cup decision will be made

Alexis Mac Allister has explained when Argentina icon Lionel Messi will make a decision on his involvement at the 2026 World Cup.

Beckham predicts USMNT World Cup glory thanks to Messi

David Beckham believes the USMNT will win the World Cup as Lionel Messi's arrival in the MLS inspires children in the U.S.

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‘Gobsmacked’ – Ronaldo retirement date revealed by Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand has revealed when former Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, who is still going at 39, will start to think about retirement.

Messi has ‘earned the right’ to retire whenever he wants

Lionel Messi has “earned the right” to retire whenever he wants, says Sergio Aguero, with it unfortunate that the Argentine cannot “play forever”.

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Martinez team-mate jokes about new ‘terrible personality’

Nicolas Otamendi has joked about how Argentina keeper Emi Martinez has “changed” and boasts a “terrible personality” after becoming a national hero.

World Cup 2034: Exploring Saudi Arabia's 'bold & exciting' bid

Tyler Adams: Next USMNT coach needs to be ruthless

USMNT star Tyler Adams has urged US Soccer to show a Premier League-style approach as they continue their hunt for Gregg Berhalter's successor.

Ronaldo keeps team-mates in the dark on international future

Cristiano Ronaldo is keeping everyone in the dark when it comes to his international future, including Portugal team-mate Diogo Jota.

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