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'Messi is playing with statues' - Ibrahimovic tears into Inter Miami

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has launched a fiery defence of Lionel Messi after Inter Miami’s humiliating 4-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup Round of 16, slamming the Major League Soccer side as 'statues' and insisted that the Argentine legend shouldn’t take the blame for a team he claims lacks stars, structure, or understanding of elite football.

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Paris Saint-Germain v Inter Miami CF: Round Of 16 - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Miami boss 'proud' of Messi & Co despite PSG 'bloodbath'

Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano hailed his team's performance in their Club World Cup round of 16 clash against Paris Saint-Germain but labelled the first half as a 'bloodbath' as the MLS side went down 4-0 against the European champions. Joao Neves led the way with a brace and Achraf Hakimi was also on target, while Tomas Aviles scored an own goal as Inter Miami were decimated before the interval.

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Endrick joins up with Real Madrid squad in Florida after injury

Real Madrid have been handed a timely boost ahead of their Club World Cup Round of 16 tie against Juventus, as Brazilian wonderkid Endrick has rejoined the squad in Florida. The 18-year-old striker has recovered from a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for over a month and will now continue his reintegration under Xabi Alonso in Palm Beach, Florida.

CR Flamengo v Chelsea FC: Group D - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

'It's a joke' - Maresca rages at two-hour weather delay

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has launched a furious tirade after the Blues' Club World Cup clash against Benfica was halted for nearly two hours due to extreme weather. The west London side's boss slammed the handling of delays in the United States, claiming it was “not football” and questioning whether the country is fit to host such major tournaments ahead of next year’s World Cup.

Esperance de Tunis v Chelsea FC: Group D - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Chelsea hit by injury blow as Badiashile spotted on crutches

Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile was spotted on crutches during the Blues' 4-1 win over Benfica in the Club World Cup Round of 16 clash. The French centre-back started the clash for Enzo Maresca's side but was subbed off in the 70th minute. Following the break in play due to stormy weather, Badiashile was spotted on the sidelines on crutchess as he watched his team win 4-1 after extra-time.