Spain midfielder Rodri has issued a formal apology to his former Manchester City team-mate Bernardo Silva following a heated on-field altercation at the end of their World Cup knockout match. The fiery incident overshadowed Spain's dramatic 1-0 victory in Dallas, which secured La Roja a spot in the quarter-finals and knocked Portugal out.
Enzo Maresca’s tenure at Manchester City has been hit by a significant setback before he has even overseen a competitive fixture, with midfield lynchpin Rodri set to undergo surgery. The Spanish international is carrying a mystery injury and is expected to miss the opening weeks of the 2026-27 campaign.
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente has strongly defended Rodri after criticism emerged following La Roja's goalless World Cup 2026 opener against Cape Verde. The Manchester City midfielder was accused of slowing Spain's play, but the head coach dismissed those claims and insisted the midfielder remains the best player in the world.
Spain started their 2026 World Cup campaign in disappointing fashion as they were held to a 0-0 draw by tournament debutants Cape Verde. Despite boasting a squad of global superstars, the European champions could not find a way past the African side's resilient defensive block.
Manchester City have been warned that they will find it “hard” to keep Rodri if Real Madrid come calling, with Peter Reid telling GOAL why more prominent figures are likely to follow Pep Guardiola out of the Etihad Stadium. A summer of change is on the cards, with it possible that a Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder will form part of what could become an elaborate refresh.
Luis de la Fuente has robustly defended Gavi after the Barcelona youngster faced a backlash for a heavy challenge on team-mate Rodri during a Spain training session. Despite the tackle causing a brief injury scare for the Manchester City anchor, the national team boss insisted he has no desire to see the midfielder tone down his aggressive style.
Spain's World Cup preparations have been rocked by an incident involving Barcelona star Gavi and Manchester City midfield anchor Rodri. During a training session in the United States, the young midfielder’s trademark aggression resulted in a challenge that left his veteran teammate crumpled on the turf in significant pain.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has conceded that winning the Ballon d'Or was never a personal childhood dream because he simply deemed the achievement impossible. The Spain international reflected on his historic individual triumph while tipping international team-mate Lamine Yamal to eventually claim football's ultimate individual accolade.
The battle for the Real Madrid presidency has reached fever pitch as challenger Enrique Riquelme refuses to back down from his blockbuster claims regarding Manchester City duo Erling Haaland and Rodri. Despite sharp denials from the other side, the 37-year-old entrepreneur insists he has the roadmap ready to bring the Premier League's biggest stars to the Santiago Bernabeu.
And there we have it. The 2025-26 European football season is in the books, capped by Paris Saint-Germain beating Arsenal in the Champions League final to defend their continental crown. Soon the past nine months or so will become distant memories, such is the speed at which the footballing world moves on, especially when major tournaments on the horizon.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has emerged as a primary talking point in the upcoming Real Madrid presidential elections. Candidate Enrique Riquelme has publicly lauded the Spain international, suggesting he represents exactly what the Spanish giants need in the middle of the park.
Manchester City midfield lynchpin Rodri is reportedly desperate to secure a move to Real Madrid as the era of Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium draws to a close. The Spanish international has long been a dream target for Los Blancos, and the changing landscape in Manchester has finally opened a door that previously seemed permanently bolted shut.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has ramped up the psychological warfare in the Premier League title race, warning Arsenal that the final hurdle is often the most difficult to clear. Despite the Gunners currently holding the advantage at the top of the table, the Spaniard believes the immense pressure of ending a 22-year title drought could lead Mikel Arteta's side to stumble.
Manchester City midfield anchor Rodri has insisted he is in no rush to sign a new deal at the Etihad Stadium despite his current contract situation. The Spain international is choosing to focus entirely on the pitch as Pep Guardiola’s side looks to stave off the challenge of Arsenal in a gruelling Premier League title race.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has issued a chilling warning over his professional longevity, claiming he may be forced into early retirement. The Ballon d'Or winner hit out at football’s "relentless" calendar following a series of serious injury setbacks. The Spaniard admitted that without a significant reduction in fixtures, he may not be able to continue playing at the elite level beyond the age of 32.
Rodri has been ruled out of Manchester City's Premier League trip to Burnley with a groin injury. Pep Guardiola confirmed the midfielder has been sidelined after limping out of City's win over Arsenal, with no clear return date set.
