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'It would be extraordinary' - Ronaldo wanted back in Spain

Spanish club Almeria are dreaming of tempting Cristiano Ronaldo to their team after seeing the Portugal superstar purchase a stake in the club. Ronaldo has acquired a 25% share which had already led to suggestions the 41-year-old could head back to Spain from Al-Nassr. Manager Rubi has made it clear there would be a warm welcome waiting for Ronaldo if he wanted to make the shock switch.

📽️ | Pique trolled with Shakira breakup song after Andorra defeat

Gerard Pique was subjected to a ruthless prank by fans in Ceuta this weekend, with the Barcelona legend forced to endure Shakira’s brutal 'diss track' blasting from a passing car moments after watching his FC Andorra side slump to a painful defeat.

Zidane's son eyes World Cup spot after earning first national team call

Luca Zidane has received his first-ever Algeria call-up at 27 years old, marking a new chapter in his career. The Granada goalkeeper, son of French legend Zinedine Zidane, switched his international allegiance from France and says he’s “ready to give everything” with the Fennecs already sure of a place at the 2026 World Cup.

'F*cking disgrace' - Pique could be in hot water over furious tirade

FC Andorra owner Gerard Pique has been added to the official match report after calling a referee “a f*cking disgrace” following a 2-1 defeat to Leganes. The incident, part of a string of recent controversies, underscores mounting tensions within the club as they navigate disciplinary scrutiny and a challenging La Liga Hypermotion season.

Zidane's son receives first international call-up

Zinedine Zidane's son Luca has earned his first national team call-up as he has been included in Algeria's squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Luca, born in France, has represented the French national team at youth level, but never broke into the senior team. However, the former Real Madrid goalkeeper has finally got an opportunity to make his international debut.

Ex-Arsenal prodigy 'better and stronger' as he targets La Liga

Former Arsenal prodigy Charlie Patino is back on track after a tough debut season in Spain, with La Liga promotion now firmly in his sights.

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Ochoa reportedly near Burgos move as he chases historic sixth WC

The Mexican goalkeeper, currently a free agent, is reportedly weighing an offer from Spain’s second tier with hopes of keeping his World Cup dream alive

Rodrygo better than Mbappe and Vini, says ex-Madrid team-mate

Former Real Madrid centre-back Jesus Vallejo admitted that Rodrygo impressed him more than Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.

Gyokeres' €25m replacement undergoes medical at Sporting CP

Almeria's Luis Suarez is in Lisbon for his medical checks and is set to replace Viktor Gyokeres at Sporting CP as the Swede nears his move to Arsenal.

Wolves battle ACm Milan for Segunda Division right-back

Wolves have edged past AC Milan in the race to sign Almeria and former Spain Under-21 right-back Marc Pubill.

Sporting CP target Luis Suarez as Gyokeres replacement

Sporting CP have identified Almeria's Luis Suarez as a possible replacement for Viktor Gyokeres as the striker nears a move to the Premier League.

Cazorla is a Real Oviedo legend! Seals La Liga promotion

Ex-Arsenal star Santi Cazorla’s fairytale return to Real Oviedo has ended in glory as the side clinched promotion to La Liga after a 24-year wait.

Cazorla insists La Liga promotion playoff 'most important game of his career'

Arsenal icon Santi Cazorla is just one game away from realising a career dream as Oviedo take on Mirandes in Segunda Division play-offs final.

📽️ | Cazorla scores dramatic free-kick at 40 with weaker foot

Former Arsenal star Santi Cazorla scored a dramatic free-kick, with his weaker foot and at 40 years of age, to book a play-off final berth for Oviedo.

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Davide Ancelotti set for first managerial role amid new offer

Davide Ancelotti has a new job offer as a Spanish side targets the former Real Madrid assistant as their new head coach.

Ronaldo back in La Liga?! Superstar tipped for ownership role

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo could be involved in an ambitious takeover of a Spanish club fighting for promotion to La Liga.

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Liverpool to beat Brexit! FSG buying Malaga would help overcome laws

Liverpool could overcome British laws brought about by Brexit if FSG complete the acquisition of Spanish second division club Malaga.

PSG owners looking to expand empire with €100m takeover

Paris Saint-Germain owners Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) are looking to acquire Malaga in a €100 million (£83m/$107m) takeover.

Chelsea owners see €10m offer rejected for Spanish winger

Deportivo La Coruna have confirmed they have rejected an offer for Yeremay Hernandez following an approach from Chelsea's owners.

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Madrid set their sights on Malaga wonderkid to hijack Barca interest

Real Madrid are tracking Malaga sensation Antonito, but they will face stiff competition from rivals Barcelona.

Barca chase 17-year-old Malaga sensation

Barcelona want to sign 17-year-old Antonito for their B team after his exploits with Malaga in the Segunda Division.

Arsenal offload academy star as Patino completes £1m transfer

Arsneal have completed the sale of academy graduate Charlie Patino as the 20-year-old moves to Deportivo de La Coruna.

'F*cking embarrassing' - Arsenal slammed as Patino is set to leave

Arsenal fans have reacted with dismay to reports that the club are planning to sell Charlie Patino for just £1 million.

'Bring Messi back!' - Segunda division club plans to host Miami

A Spanish second-tier club has expressed their ambition to stage a friendly against Lionel Messi & Inter Miami.

Man Utd want Real star Joselu for 'Premier League experience'

According to reports in Spain, Manchester United are considering a summer move for Real Madrid forward Joselu thanks to his Premier League experience.

Braithwaite to Man Utd?! Red Devils eye shock swoop for Barca flop

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a £6m transfer swoop for Barcelona flop Martin Braithwaite - but could face competition from Chelsea.

Pique hits out at Andorra government over stadium debacle

Gerard Pique slammed the Andorra government for displacing his club from their home ground Estadi Nacional.

Barcelona secure loan deal for LAFC defender Mamadou Fall

Mamadou Fall has joined Barcelona on loan from MLS side LAFC, with the 20-year-old having a purchase option at the end of the agreement.

Santi Cazorla returns to Real Oviedo in Lord of the Rings-themed video

Former Arsenal star Santi Cazorla has rejoined hometown club Real Oviedo and the signing was announced with a Lord of the Rings-themed video.

Frequently asked questions

: Al-Hilal are the most successful Saudi Pro League side ever, having won an astonishing 19 league titles. Their first-ever league title came at the end of the 1976-77 campaign. Currently, they are also the defending champions, having gone all the way in the 2023-24 season.
: Currently, there are 18 teams in the Saudi Pro League. In the first season ever, which took place in 1976-77, there were just eight teams. The number increased to 10 in the following season. Ahead of the 1981-82, Saudi Premier League and Saudi First Division merged to form one single league for the 1982 FIFA World Cup qualification process. However, from the 1984-85 season, the number teams reverted to 12.
: Legendary Saudi Arabian goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Deayea holds the record for most appearances in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Deayea played for Al-Taee and Al-Hilal and managed 406 appearances inthe league.
: Majed Abdullah, also known as the Arabian Pele, is the league's all-time leading topscorer with 189 goals in 194 league games, all of them coming with Al-Nassr in a 21-year span. He is Al-Nassr's record goalscorer, with 259 goals in just 266 games.
: Former Syrian midfielder Jehad Al-Hussain has registered the most assists in Saudi Pro League history, setting up 50 goals for his teammates in 208 games.
: Former Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary is the oldest player to ever feature in Saudi Pro League. El Hadary was 45 years and 81 days old when he featured for Al-Taawoun in April 2018.
: Teenage sensation Talal Haji, who plays for Al-Ittihad, is the youngest player to ever play in Saudi Pro League. Haji achieved this feat at the age of 16 years and five days when he came on as a substitute for Romarinho in Al-Ittihad's 2-1 win over Al-Fateh in September 2023.
: Cristiano Ronaldo, Riyad Mahrez, Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, N'Golo Kante, Sadio Mane, Yassine Bounou, Nacho, Aymeric Laporte, and Fabinho are among the most famous players to have played in the Saudi Pro League.
: Steven Gerrard, Laurent Blanc, and Stefano Pioli are some of Saudi Pro League's most prominent managers in history.
: The King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, which is home to Al-Shabab and Al-Riyadh, is the biggest stadium in Saudi Pro League. It has a capacity of 68,752.
: Neymar is the most expensive player in Saudi Pro League history, costing a whopping £77.6 million when Al-Hilal bought him from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.

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