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After a spectacular breakout last season, Alejandro Balde has not been able to replicate his success this time out because of an injury he sustained earlier in the year. The marauding full-back picked up an injury during the Copa del Rey match between Athletic Club at San Mames. Balde started the game but had to be substituted by Hector Fort …

May 8 – Brazil’s bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup was given a small boost, perhaps a surprising one, after being ranked slightly higher than the rival joint European bid submitted by Germany, Netherlands and Belgium (BNG) in FIFA’s technical report. The Brazilians, who have been noticeable by their lobbying absence with international federations, achieved a ranking score …

Following a disappointing defeat to Girona, Barcelona returned to training on Wednesday afternoon, with their focus set on the upcoming crucial match against Real Sociedad on Monday. Victory is imperative for the Blaugrana to maintain their hopes of securing second place in La Liga, which is now considered a key objective. Important summit at Ciutat Esportiva The day at Ciutat …

Bayer Leverkusen, for the first time in its history, is the Bundesliga champion. Confirming that status with five games to go in the league, Xabi Alonso’s side broke Bayern Munich’s hegemony. Yet, the more impressive feat is the manner in which the Spanish manager has conducted this German orchestra in 2023/24. Bayer Leverkusen is yet to lose a game in …

For the first time this season, the NBA has an odds-on championship favorite – the Boston Celtics. In the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown era, Boston have made seven consecutive postseason appearances – with the previous six including one trip to the NBA Finals and four to the Eastern Conference Finals. At this stage, the Celtics are expected to win …

May 8 – Striker Darwin Nunez has responded to his online critics by deleting all Instagram evidence of his Liverpool career, thrusting his future into doubt as the transfer window looms. The Uruguayan deleted every picture relating to his time at the club, leaving only photos taken from his time with the national team and former side Benfica. He added …

Sergi Roberto has spent the entirety of his career at Barcelona, having risen through the ranks at the club’s factory of talents, La Masia. Roberto made his debut for Barcelona’s first team in 2010 and continues to be a part of the squad dynamics. As he nears the end of his contract, the possibility of him hitting the exit door …

Juventus has been surrounded by rumours about Dusan Vlahovic’s future as the Serbian continues to shine for them. Vlahovic is enjoying his best season at the club since joining, and Juventus is delighted with his performance. The Bianconeri intended to sell him last summer, with Romelu Lukaku lined up as his replacement. However, they are now pleased he didn’t find …

May 8 – Football fans around the world now have a day to celebrate the world’s most popular sport every year – May 25. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution Tuesday proclaiming that date as World Football Day. The date marks the 100th anniversary of the first international tournament in history which took place on May 25, 1924, …

Estevao ‘Messinho’ Willian has become one of the most sought-after young prospects coming through from Brazil, with a host of top European teams vying for his signing. The Brazilian wonderkid has also been heavily linked with a move to FC Barcelona, who have a good relationship with his agent, Andre Cury. Furthermore, the Palmeiras gem had himself gone on the …