#Cristiano Ronaldo

MANCHESTER UNITED, Arsenal and Newcastle are set to battle it out to sign Napoli star Victor Osimhen, according to reports. The striker is valued by the Serie A club at £135million. The 24-year-old's contract does not expire until the summer of 2025 but he has told his representatives he won't make a decision on his future until the end of this…

GABRIEL MARTINELLI cheekily controlled the ball with his BACK against Tottenham yesterday. The Arsenal ace risked the wrath of his opponents by showboating with his side 2-0 up. As a long pass floated over to him, Martinelli nonchalantly turned round to control it with his back. Fiery Tottenham defender Cristian Romero didn't take kindly to the…

Liverpool have plans in place to make one more sensational transfer splash this month with a A-list midfielder in their sights, Chelsea are bidding to sign a former Tottenham winger, while Saturday's Transfer Gossip claims Lionel Messi is heading to Saudi Arabia and will earn wages vastly superior to Cristiano Ronaldo. Liverpool are still hopeful…

MANCHESTER UNITED are set to turn to Burnley flop Wout Weghorst as they look for goals. And this is far from the first time a United signing has raised eyebrows, particularly in a January window. Here are ten of the strangest signings the club have ever made. Ighalo arrived in 2020 with a record of having scored 16 goals in a Premier League season,…

Dec 8 (Reuters) - The quarter-final phase of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is all set to kick off. Three weeks in, the tournament has not been one for easy predictions. From Saudi Arabia's shock win over Argentina in their opener to 2014 champions Germany making a quick exit a second consecutive time, this edition has provided a rollercoaster…

It doesn't exactly have the same ring to it as former Liverpool manager Bill Shankley's comparison of "the beautiful game" to life and death, but, as an opening quote for Apple TV+'s new four-part look at the three days that rocked the game in April 2021, it sums up the sport's place in society nicely.

Morocco have been the surprise package of the 2022 World Cup so far and the journey continues on Wednesday night when they face reigning champions France. Having helped dump Belgium, Spain and Portugal out of the tournament the Atlas Lions have done remarkably well to reach the semi-finals. But perhaps it's at Al Bayt Stadium where the journey will…

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Neither Real Madrid nor Barcelona looked exceptionally brilliant in the semifinals, but both still managed to edge past tough opposition to reach the final of the Supercopa de Espana and set up an El Clasico showdown in Saudi Arabia. Real Madrid failed to score from open play against Valencia in their semifinal, seeing a Karim Benzema penalty…

The countdown to the 2022 World Cup is on, with just three weeks left until the start of the tournament and the bizarre mid-season club hiatus that comes with it. Premier League clubs have been pedal to the metal since early August to allow for the break, especially those competing in European competitions, and there is no let up just yet. On…

After prevailing against Senegal and Poland, England and France face off in the final quarter-final at Qatar 2022. We preview the game ahead of kick-off at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, with added insight from our supercomputer model. Neither England nor France see a clear favourite as they prepare to face one another in a highly anticipated…

France will reach a second consecutive World Cup final if they manage to beat Morocco's plucky band of underdogs at Al Bayt Stadium on Wednesday. have installed France as the heavy favourites for World Cup glory after they scraped past England in the quarter-finals. Didier Deschamps' men were clinical in front of goal, while Harry Kane missed a…

Scoring a hat trick is one of the most celebrated accomplishments in football. The scorer makes all the headlines the following day, earns a pat on the back from teammates and even opponents; and most notably, gets to take the match-ball home. Scoring even a single goal is a difficult task, and doing it thrice over the course of a game is nothing…

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Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has identified two potential striker signings to replace Cristiano Ronaldo in the long run, and one of them could see the Red Devils copy Liverpool. Man Utd are on the verge of landing a new striker to help them in the second half of the season. It was recently reported that they had reached a'full agreement' for…

AL-NASSR are reportedly hoping to sign Marco Reus in a free transfer from Borussia Dortmund. And now manager Rudi Garcia wants to add more European superstars to his ranks. According to The Daily Mail, Al-Nassr chiefs are hoping to tempt Reus to Mrsool Park. Reus, 33, has less than six months remaining on his existing contract with Borussia…

The question being asked here is, can Ronaldo raise the profile of the Saudi Arabian game now that he has joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr? Which team does Cristiano Ronaldo play for? Cristiano Ronaldo currently plays for Saudi Arabian Pro League side Al-Nassr. An agreement for the Portuguese international was reached on December 30th, 2022,…

Dubai: It costs a pretty penny to watch Floyd Mayweather fight, hear Max Verstappen scream down the finish line and take the checkered flag or see Novak Djokovic glide around the hallowed turf of Wimbledon. Paying well above the odds to attend major international sporting events may not be a problem for those blessed with deep pockets. But football…

Six months ago, I left behind everything I knew in the move from Sydney to Hong Kong, naive and unaware. I mean, how hard could it be? I've made the quantum leap from riding a bicycle with training wheels to riding a unicycle - and there have been plenty of stumbles along the way. I've only just got balanced but there's still a long way to go…

When does Hungary vs Portugal kick off? Tuesday 15 June, 2021 - 17:00 (UK) Where is Hungary vs Portugal being played? Puskás Aréna, Budapest Where can I get tickets for Hungary vs Portugal? What TV channel is Hungary vs Portugal on in the UK? ITV Where can I stream Hungary vs Portugal in the UK? This match can be streamed live on the ITV…

Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez and club president Joan Laporta are reportedly at odds on how the club should replace their outgoing veteran midfielder Sergio Busquets. Barca supremo Laporta is pushing for the club to sign Wolves midfielder and Portugal international Ruben Neves, as the club supremo shares a close relationship with his agent Jorge…

When is Al Shabab vs Al Nassr on and what time does it start? Al Shabab vs Al Nassr will take place on Saturday 14th January, 2023 - 17:30 (UK) Where is Al Shabab vs Al Nassr taking place? Al Shabab vs Al Nassr will take place at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Where can I get tickets for Al Shabab vs Al Nassr? Visit each…

There is now less than a week to go until Cristiano Ronaldo could make his second debut for Manchester United. After completing his fairytale return to Old Trafford on transfer deadline day, the Portuguese international is in line to make his first appearance for the Reds since returning to the club, when they face Newcastle United at Old Trafford…

CRISTIANO RONALDO is set to DOUBLE his £175million annual salary by promoting Saudi Arabia's 2030 World Cup bid -taking his earnings to nearly £1m a day. The veteran Portuguese forward signed for Al-Nassr last month after being axed by Manchester United. Ronaldo, 37, penned an astonishing two-year, £175m-a-season contract with the Saudi Pro League…

On Saturday England played their 10th World Cup quarter-final, with France joining teams like Uruguay, West Germany, Portugal and of course Argentina in the list of teams standing in the Three Lions' way. It's always a fascinating point in a tournament for England, a country for whom success or otherwise at a major tournament seems to exist along…

When is South Korea vs Portugal on and what time does it start? South Korea vs Portugal will take place on Friday 2nd December, 2022 - 15:00 (UK) Where is South Korea vs Portugal taking place? South Korea vs Portugal will take place at Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar What channel is South Korea vs Portugal on in the UK? South Korea vs…

MANCHESTER UNITED target Wout Weghorst allegedly "clashed with team-mates at old club Burnley due to his arrogance" last season. The Red Devils are interested in signing the Dutch striker in order to bolster their attacking options. Weghorst joined Burnley last season before their relegation prior to moving to Besiktas on a season-long loan in the…

CRISTIANO RONALDO could be DENIED a move to Al Nassr with the Saudi Pro League side reportedly plotting a move for Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino instead. Ronaldo, 37, became a free agent last month after his Manchester United contract was terminated. The Portugal captain infuriated United officials and fans when he blasted the club during a…

MYKHAILO MUDRYK looks set to be a Premier League player sooner rather than later. But the big question is, where will he be playing? Well, Arsenal appear to be in the driving seat, with the player reportedly open about his desire to move to the Emirates. That's reflected in the betting with Betfair, with the Gunners odds-on at 8/11. It looked to be…

The Premier League is at its halfway mark and plenty of teams are struggling for points. Relegation to the Championship can cost a club a minimum of £92 million. Of course, more money will be lost outside of the Premier League despite parachute payments being given to relegated teams for the first few years. Six Premier League manager changes have…

Morocco beat Spain on Tuesday and will be eyeing another Iberian scalp when they face Portugal in the quarter-finals of the World Cup on Saturday (3pm GMT kick-off). After 120 goalless minutes in the round of 16, the Atlas Lions beat La Roja on penalties. But they now face an attack with much more thrust, on the evidence of the Seleção's 6-1 win…

MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly seen a bid for striker Wout Weghorst REJECTED by his loan club Besiktas. The Dutchman, 30, is on loan at the Turkish giants from Championship outfit Burnley. He has scored nine goals in 18 appearances for Besiktas - who have a deal with Vincent Kompany's side to keep him until the end of the season. According…

MANCHESTER UNITED have been urged to "break the bank" for Tottenham ace Harry Kane. Erik ten Hag is said to be in the market for a striker. And former Premier League star Paul Merson has said the Red Devils should "break the bank" and try to sign Kane. Elsewhere, winger Antony has told of his terror after crashing his BMW sports car on a motorway…

The rearranged Euro 2020 tournament is here, with Europe's best competing to be crowned the continent's top team. Twenty-four teams will battle it out through group stages and knockout rounds before a winner is crowned on 11 July at Wembley Stadium in London. Gareth Southgate's England will be desperate to be there on home soil while Scotland, back…

After another round of weekly fixtures, it is that time for your FIFA 23 TOTW 11 predictions! Team of the Week returned for the first time since the World Cup last week and EA Sports FIFA also announced a new updated upgrade system. This new upgrade path will boost TOTW items even more and make predicting the squad even harder. Here are the…

A pair of teams that scored just one goal apiece in regulation time during the Euro 2016 round of 16 will meet in the tournament's first quarterfinal matchup Thursday as Poland plays Portugal in Marseille, France. The Poles are listed as+295 underdogs (bet $100 to win $295) on the three-way line at sportsbooks monitored by Odds Shark. They…

There was a time when Juventus were in the Champions League final, the United Kingdom had been in the grip of election fever and the song there was no escape from was D:Ream's Things Can Only Get Better. Back then it was true, but 20 years on, Saturday night in Wales is about as good as it gets with Cardiff's Principality Stadium hosting Juve…

CHELSEA could be in hot water over the transfer of Molde forward David Datro Fofana, after the Norwegian club raised a complaint with Fifa over the transfer. Fofana, 20, made his Chelsea debut in the Man City loss on Sunday but Molde want the transfer CANCELLED by the world football governing body. Meanwhile, the Blues still want to make a move for…

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Portugal to Win 2-1 Goncalo Ramos to Score Anytime Saturday 3pm: Morocco v Portugal TV: ITV and RTE2 I hope this isn't a stalemate. I know Morocco came out on top against Spain on penalties but they did have a lot of chances on the counter. I think Spain had about 80% possession but it means nothing in this game, does it? I think Morocco will play…

MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly preparing to introduce a "Cristiano Ronaldo rule" which will see salaries limited to £200000-a-week. The Red Devils' most recent annual wage bill was around £228m - the biggest in the Premier League. Before Ronaldo's departure to Al-Nassr, he was earning a staggering £480000-a-week, while keeper David de Gea is…

Some of the biggest European clubs are set to arrive in countries such as Thailand and Singapore for pre-season Asian football tours before their respective 2022-23 seasons commence. Football stars enjoy a commanding fan following in Asian countries, including Japan, South Korea, the UAE and India. Icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have…

The countdown to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr debut is well and truly on as the legendary Portuguese star gears up for his first-ever outing in the club's blue and yellow strip. Ronaldo has already significantly raised the club's stature with Al-Nassr gaining over ten million Instagram followers in the week following his arrival, and tens of…

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Corner Picks is back for the first time in nearly two months. Has anything happened in the world of soccer since we left? Perhaps the debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo might finally have been settled once and for all? You know, did one of them win the World Cup, while the other one didn't even start for his team in the World Cup,…

Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese side will take on Granit Xhaka and the Swiss in a knockout match Tuesday, Dec. 6, at Lusail Stadium. It took a win against Serbia for Switzerland to qualify out of the group stage, but the Murat Yakin -coached team has been solid up to this point. While Portugal may likely be Switzerland's final opponent,…

MANCHESTER UNITED could help Cristiano Ronaldo after reportedly lining up a bid for his Al Nassr team-mate Vincent Aboubakar. The Red Devils are on the hunt for a new striker as they look to replace the Portuguese forward who left the club following his explosive interview with Piers Morgan. The club failed to sign top target Cody Gakpo as he opted…

Football is a sport with a long and fascinating history, and some of the most successful clubs have become iconic institutions. In this post, we will be exploring five of the most famous football clubs of all time. From Real Madrid CF to FC Barcelona, Manchester United FC to Bayern Munich, and Juventus FC, we will take a look at the history and…

A pub has been given a football-themed makeover ready for the Euros starting on Friday. The Lost Dene on has rebranded itself The Three Lions as a patriotic show of support for our boys as they prepare to take on the rest of Europe in the competition which kicks off in France on Friday. The old black sign with gold writing has been replaced by a…

MANCHESTER UNITED are "highly interested" in Randal Kolo Muani, according to reports. The France striker impressed at the World Cup and almost scored the winning goal in the final, with Emi Martinez producing an amazing save to stop his strike. His performances have attracted attention from several clubs but Eintracht Frankfurt are keen to hold…