2026 World Cup

Rodrygo Brazil Return: Forward Eyes Selecão Comeback

Rodrygo Brazil Return: Eyes Selecão Comeback

October 8, 2025 6:21 am

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has been recalled to the Brazil squad ahead of upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan, hoping to restart his international career after being overlooked in recent selections. His return carries weight: Brazil’s new coach, Carlo Ancelotti, was formerly his manager at Real Madrid, and Rodrygo expressed eagerness to repay that faith. With his club minutes limited this season, this call-up could provide a crucial platform to resurrect his standing.

The recall marks the end of a difficult stretch for Rodrygo, who slipped down Real Madrid’s pecking order and was left out of Brazil’s squads in …

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, …