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Mbappé Five Goals From Becoming France’s All-Time Top Scorer

September 10, 2025 10:55 am

Kylian Mbappé is within touching distance of a milestone that will etch his name even deeper into the history of French football. With 47 international goals already to his name, the 26-year-old is now just five shy of Olivier Giroud’s all-time record of 52 — a mark many once thought might stand for decades.

Giroud’s achievement was built on persistence and longevity. Over more than a decade with Les Bleus, the striker scored consistently, often quietly, and eventually surpassed Thierry Henry’s total to become France’s most prolific marksman. But Mbappé, with his extraordinary pace, composure, and ability to deliver in …

Yamal Aims Higher — “I Dream of Winning Many Ballon d’Ors”

Yamal Aims Higher — “I Dream of Winning Many Ballon d’Ors”

September 10, 2025 9:20 am

At just eighteen, Lamine Yamal is already talking like a legend in the making. In a recent appearance on the podcast Resonancia de Corazón, the Barcelona prodigy dropped a line that captured the sport’s imagination: “I don’t dream of winning one Ballon d’Or—I dream of winning many of them.” His words were not boastful so much as quietly assured, an honest appraisal of understanding his own ability and the weight of his ambition.

Yamal followed it with a clear-eyed admission of personal responsibility: “I believe I am a player capable of achieving that, and if I don’t achieve it, …

Kane Defends Bayern Move After Owen’s Trophy Critique

Kane Defends Bayern Move After Owen’s Trophy Critique

September 9, 2025 1:06 pm

Harry Kane has responded with calm assurance to criticism from Michael Owen, who recently downplayed the significance of the striker’s move to Bayern Munich. Owen had suggested that winning titles in Germany lacked meaning compared with triumphs in England, sparking debate about Kane’s career choices.

Speaking this week, the England captain acknowledged Owen’s stature in the game but made clear that his own priorities differ. “I heard it. Everyone is entitled to their opinion,” Kane said. “Obviously he is a Premier League great and an England great as well, so I’ll respect him as a person. But ultimately, as he …

Nottingham Forest Name Postecoglou New Head Coach

Nottingham Forest Name Postecoglou New Head Coach

September 9, 2025 12:47 pm

Nottingham Forest have appointed Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach, handing the Australian a three-year deal that runs until June 2027. The agreement has been finalised, with the contract already approved and a formal announcement expected shortly.

Postecoglou takes over at the City Ground following the dismissal of Nuno Espírito Santo, who was relieved of his duties after a difficult run of results. Forest’s board moved quickly to secure a successor, identifying Postecoglou as the ideal candidate to lead the club into a new era.

The appointment marks a return to English football for the 59-year-old coach, who previously …

Bellingham Set For Return To Training This Week After Injury

Bellingham Set For Return To Training This Week After Injury

September 8, 2025 2:27 pm

Real Madrid have received a huge boost as English midfielder Jude Bellingham is expected to return to the training pitch this week following his recent injury setback. According to reports from Marca, the 21-year-old is feeling very good physically and is eager to get back into action sooner than initially anticipated.

Bellingham, who has quickly established himself as a key figure at Real Madrid since joining from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2023, has been sidelined due to discomfort that required rest and recovery. His absence was felt in recent fixtures, as his creativity, energy, and goal-scoring ability have …

Yeray Álvarez handed 10-month UEFA Ban For Doping Violation

Yeray Álvarez handed 10-month UEFA Ban For Doping Violation

September 8, 2025 2:04 pm

Athletic Bilbao defender Yeray Álvarez has been suspended for ten months by UEFA after testing positive for a banned substance during a routine anti-doping check. The test was carried out in May 2025, following Bilbao’s Europa League semi-final first leg against Manchester United.

UEFA’s disciplinary panel confirmed on Monday that Álvarez had returned a positive result for Canrenone, a diuretic listed as a prohibited substance by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Though the chemical is often linked to masking agents, UEFA ruled that the violation was non-intentional.

In its decision, the governing body cited Álvarez’s explanation that he had accidentally ingested …

Oliseh Warns South Africa Of Sanctions In Mokoena Case

Oliseh Warns South Africa Of Sanctions In Mokoena Case

September 8, 2025 1:41 pm

Former Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has added his voice to the growing debate around the eligibility of South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, warning that Bafana Bafana “are in trouble” if the allegations are upheld.

The controversy centers on whether Mokoena should have been suspended for the match in March 2025 due to accumulated yellow cards. If FIFA finds that South Africa fielded an ineligible player, the consequences could be severe.

“The Football Association is responsible for ensuring that only eligible players are fielded,” Oliseh said. “If a team fields an ineligible player and …

Tottenham’s Owners Insist Club Not For Sale Amid Bids

Tottenham’s Owners Insist Club Not For Sale Amid Bids

September 8, 2025 7:34 am

Tottenham Hotspur moved swiftly on Sunday night to shut down speculation of a takeover, declaring the Premier League club “not for sale” after receiving two unsolicited approaches.

The denial comes days after the sudden resignation of Daniel Levy, the club’s executive chairman and one of English football’s most polarizing figures. His exit after nearly a quarter century in charge fueled rumors that a sale might be imminent.

In a statement, the board said ENIC Sports & Developments Holdings, Tottenham’s controlling shareholder, had “unequivocally rejected” preliminary overtures from two separate groups. One was from PCP International Finance Limited, linked to financier …

Konaté: Mbappé Won’t Stop Calling Me About Madrid Move

September 7, 2025 12:18 pm

Ibrahima Konaté has revealed in a light-hearted comment that his close friend and French teammate Kylian Mbappé has been “pressuring” him to join Real Madrid following the striker’s sensational move to the Spanish capital.

The Liverpool defender joked: “Mbappé pressuring me to join Real Madrid? He calls me every two hours!” While delivered with humor, the remark reflects just how influential Mbappé’s transfer has been on conversations among France’s national team stars.

Mbappé, who finally sealed his long-anticipated switch to Real Madrid earlier this year, has wasted no time making an impact on and off the pitch. His presence at …

Ronaldo Sets Record With Sixth World Cup Qualifying Campaign

Ronaldo Sets Record With Sixth World Cup Qualifying Campaign

September 7, 2025 11:53 am

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again etched his name deeper into football history. With Portugal’s latest campaign for the 2026 World Cup, the 39-year-old forward has now featured in six different qualifying cycles—a remarkable testament to both his longevity and relentless hunger for the game.

It all began two decades ago, when a young Ronaldo, still at the dawn of his international career, helped guide Portugal through the qualifiers for the 2006 World Cup in Germany. From there, he became a fixture not just in world football’s grandest tournaments, but also in the very journey to get there. Over the years, …

Mbappé On Ballon D’Or Debate: From Lamine Yamal To Dembélé

Mbappé On Ballon D’Or Debate: From Lamine Yamal To Dembélé

September 7, 2025 11:41 am

Kylian Mbappé has spoken about the upcoming Ballon d’Or race, offering his candid thoughts on some of the leading contenders for football’s most prestigious individual prize. His comments come at a time when the award, once dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for more than a decade, has become an open contest shaped by new stars and shifting allegiances.

When asked about Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, who has dazzled Europe with his precocious talent, Mbappé was careful not to overstate his view: “Lamine Yamal winning the Ballon d’Or? He’s a Barcelona player, we cannot say anything.” The French …

Chelsea Add Ballon d’Or Clause To Estêvão Willian Deal

Chelsea Add Ballon d’Or Clause To Estêvão Willian Deal

September 6, 2025 4:54 pm

Chelsea’s ambitious recruitment of Brazilian wonderkid Estêvão Willian has taken on an intriguing dimension, with reports confirming that the €65 million package agreed with Palmeiras includes a special clause tied to football’s most prestigious individual accolade — the Ballon d’Or.

According to sources close to the deal, Palmeiras will receive an additional bonus if Estêvão, widely regarded as one of South America’s brightest teenage talents, goes on to win the Ballon d’Or during his career. The inclusion of such a clause highlights Chelsea’s long-term belief in the winger’s potential to develop into one of the world’s elite players.

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