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Ronaldo’s Portugal future in doubt after walkout
The international future of Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo hung in the balance after the 41-year-old walked out on the squad after learning that he would not start the game against
Klopp gets first win as Germany boss
Jurgen Klopp celebrated his first win as Germany coach on Thursday as his side eased to a 2-0 win against Serbia in the third fixture of their UEFA Nations League
Portugal edge Denmark 4-2 in Ronaldo’s absence
Portugal put the controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure to one side as they edged Denmark 4-2 in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday. Joao Felix made the win safe late
Nico Williams leaves Spain camp with thigh knock
Winger Nico Williams has withdrawn from the Spain squad injured, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced on Thursday. The 24-year-old European and world champion scored the fourth goal in
Ronaldo is an icon; I’ll explain everything after Norway game — Jesus
By Adegboyega Adeleye Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said Cristiano Ronaldo remains an icon of Portuguese football and promised to explain everything surrounding their recent crisis after the team’s final game.
8 ‘footballers’ who have earned PhDs – Nigerian included
While football is often associated with physical ability, fame and trophies, some players have also pursued academic excellence, earning PhDs and other doctoral degrees alongside or after their football careers.
Man City charges: UK PM says no one is ‘above the rules’ after backlash
By Adegboyega Adeleye UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has clarified his position on Manchester City’s financial rule case after facing backlash over his comments that he would be “really concerned”
Zidane insists ‘no regrets’ about Materazzi headbutt as France face Italy again
New France coach Zinedine Zidane insisted Thursday he has no regrets about his infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup final as he prepares to come up
Negreira case: UEFA investigates Barca as Real Madrid submit new evidence
By Adegboyega Adeleye UEFA is continuing its review of the Negreira case involving Barcelona after Real Madrid submitted a substantial amount of new documents to European football’s governing body. According
Man City 115 charges: Club to argue Abu Dhabi govt-funded sponsorship deals
By Adegboyega Adeleye Manchester City are expected to argue that key sponsorship deals were funded by the Abu Dhabi government rather than the club’s owners as part of their appeal
