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Prestianni's ban for homophobia extended worldwide by FIFA

FIFA have extended Gianluca Prestianni's ban for homophobic conduct globally, meaning he could now miss Argentina's first two games at the 2026 World Cup. The Benfica winger, who was sanctioned following a high-profile clash with Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior, will now see his club-level suspension apply to international competitive fixtures.

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Messi makes dream come true for F1 star Colapinto

Alpine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto has fulfilled a lifelong ambition after enjoying a private meeting with his sporting idol Lionel Messi ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. The encounter at Inter Miami's training ground served as a reciprocal gesture following the young driver’s decision to gift the legendary footballer a signed race helmet last year.

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Messi, Argentina sued for failing to appear in Venezuela friendly

A Miami-based events company has filed a suit against Lionel Messi and the Argentine football federation after the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was rested in a friendly last year. Messi opted not to play in the exhibition against Venezuela, and VID Music Group claim that Messi promised to play a minimum of 30 minutes in the fixture - unless he was injured.

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How Messi completed football at the 2022 World Cup

In the winter of 2022, under the lights of Lusail, Lionel Messi finally realised the dream he'd carried with him his entire life. After years of unrelenting pressure, bitter heartbreak and agonising near-misses, Argentina’s captain rose above expectation on football’s grandest stage to deliver his country the perfect ending - and to fulfill his own destiny. Welcome to the latest episode of Icons - a GOAL podcast that revisits the last 10 World Cups through the moments, characters, and controversies that defined them, bringing the spirit of each tournament vividly back to life.

كريستيانو رونالدو قائد النصر - الهلال

After just three months in the Saudi Arabian spotlight, Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest performances are already casting a shadow over Lionel Messi and Al-Hilal’s domestic supremacy. Th

Will the Portuguese star leave through the front door? The question echoes around the stadium and beyond. Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential departure from Manchester United is the talking point of the football world. Having arrived in 2003 as a raw teenager with a mohawk and departed a decade later as a Ballon d’Or winner, he returned in 2021 eager to add more silverware to his collection. Yet here we are, less than two years on, with rumours swirling that he could once again walk out of Old Trafford. So what does it mean to “leave through the front door”? In football parlance, it is a phrase that suggests departing on good terms, head held high, reputation intact. It implies gratitude for the memories, respect for the club and its supporters, and a clear path to the next challenge. For a player of Ronaldo’s stature, it also means acknowledging his own legacy while leaving room for the next generation to flourish. The alternative—slinking out the back way—is unthinkable for a man who has b

Frequently asked questions

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->You can find the full list of players in the current first-team squad right here, sorted by position. This includes goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, along with their shirt numbers.
<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->The squad list is updated regularly to reflect transfers, injuries, and promotions from the youth team. For real-time updates during transfer windows, check back frequently.
<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->This page focuses on the senior first-team squad. Occasionally, standout youth players promoted for matches may appear here, but for a full youth team list, visit the club’s official website.
<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->No, this page is dedicated to the men's first team. To view the Manchester United Women’s squad, visit their dedicated page via the link in the main team menu or click here.
<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->The current captain of Manchester United is Bruno Fernandes. He was officially appointed as captain in July 2023, replacing Harry Maguire.