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Revealed: Secret Chelsea talks behind Luis' surprise sacking

Flamengo have shockingly sacked head coach Filipe Luis despite the club icon leading his side to a staggering 8-0 victory over Madureira just hours earlier. While the optics of firing a manager following an 11-0 aggregate semi-final triumph seemed inexplicable to outsiders, sensational new details have emerged suggesting a deep-seated betrayal behind the scenes. It has been revealed that a breakdown in trust occurred after the club hierarchy discovered Luis had been engaging in clandestine talks with the ownership group of his former club, Chelsea.

Messi in Copa Libertadores! Inter Miami chasing 'dream'

Inter Miami are chasing a “dream” that would allow Lionel Messi to enjoy a career first, with talks being opened regarding involvement in the 2026 Copa Libertadores. The Argentine GOAT has never graced the most prestigious club competition in South America, but he has become an MLS Cup winner in the United States and could see the Herons handed a special invite.

Football's 20 biggest winners and losers of 2025

New Year's Eve is almost upon us, meaning 2025 is about to be consigned to the past - but how will it be remembered by the football world? It was certainly an unforgettable year for some players, coaches and clubs. Paris Saint-Germain, for example, finally got their hands on the trophy they craved above all others, the Champions League, thus vindicating a sensible change in recruitment strategy by the club's owners, who went from signing superstars to investing millions in youth.

Palmeiras vs Flamengo predictions: Few goals in Libertadores final

We’ve got three Palmeiras vs Flamengo predictions for the Copa Libertadores final on Saturday, 29 November.

Copa Libertadores final: Why it’s worth backing the favourites in Peru

Palmeiras and Flamengo face off at Estadio Monumental in Lima, and Rubro-Negro are the favourites. We’ll explore why they are worth backing.

Real Madrid v Paris Saint-Germain: Round Of Sixteen Leg Two - UEFA Champions League

Verratti in line for Herrera & Cavani reunion as new club consider offer

Marco Verratti could be set for a stunning reunion with former Paris Saint-Germain teammates Edinson Cavani, Ander Herrera and Leandro Paredes, with Boca Juniors exploring an ambitious move for the Italian midfielder. With the 33-year-old looking to leave Al Duhail and Boca preparing for a high-profile Libertadores return in 2026, president Juan Roman Riquelme has quietly opened the door to a sensational transfer.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Argentina	18	12	2	4	31	10	21	38	L W D W W
2	Ecuador	18	8	8	2	14	5	9	29	W D D D D
3	Colombia	18	7	7	4	28	18	10	28	W W D D D
4	Uruguay	18	7	7	4	22	12	10	28	D W W L D
5	Brazil	18	8	4	6	24	17	7	28	L W W D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Argentina

L
W
D
W
W

Ecuador

W
D
D
D
D

Colombia

W
W
D
D
D

Uruguay

D
W
W
L
D

Brazil

L
W
W
D
L

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Copa del Rey titles?

Barcelona are the most successful Copa del Rey side in history, winning the cup 31 times, seven more than Athletic Bilbao and 11 more than bitter rivals Real Madrid. Their first-ever Copa del Rey win came in the 1909-10 season. Since the start of the 2014-15 season, the Catalans have lifted this trophy six times.

How many teams are in the Copa del Rey?

Currently, as many as 126 teams participate in the Copa del Rey, starting at the top from La Liga and going all the way down to the Tercera Federacion, the fifth tier in Spanish football league system. In its inaugural edition in 1903, just three teams (Athletic Bilbao, Espanyol, and Madrid FC) took part.

Who has made the most Copa del Rey appearances ever?

Former Athletic Bilbao and Spain forward Piru Gainza is Copa del Rey's record-appearance maker ever, featuring in 99 games in the cup competition.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Copa del Rey?

Iconic Spanish forward Telmo Zarra is Copa del Rey's all-time top scorer, finding the back of the net on 81 occasions between 1939 and 1957. All those goals came in an Athletic Bilbao shirt.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Copa del Rey and how old was he?

CD Bunol goalkeeper Paco is the oldest player to ever feature in a Copa del Rey game, achieving the feat against Real Sociedad in 2023 at the age of 44 years and 231 days.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Copa del Rey and how old was he?

Armando Sagi is the youngest player to ever feature in a Copa del Rey game. Playing for Barcelona, Sagi was just 15 years and 339 days old when he made his debut in the competition on April 2, 1922.

Which famous players have played in the Copa del Rey?

Antoine Griezmann, Luka Modric, Sergio Ramos, Neymar, Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez, Telmo Zarra, Sergio Busquets, Roberto Carlos, Luis Suarez, and Xavi are some of the most famous players to have played in the Copa del Rey.

Which famous managers have managed in the Copa del Rey?

Carlo Ancelotti, Luis Enrique, Juande Ramos, Claudio Ranieri, Louis van Gaal, Sir Bobby Robson, Cesar Menotti, Miguel Munoz, and Ferdinand Daucik are some of Copa del Rey's most famous mangers.