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Brazilian legend Ronaldo has publicly appealed to national team coach Carlo Ancelotti to reinstate Neymar into the Selecao squad ahead of next year’s World Cup in North America. Neymar, Brazil’s all-time top scorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, has not represented his country since October 2023, when a serious knee injury sidelined him. Now 33, he has returned to form with Santos(the club where his career began)after cutting short an unsuccessful stint in Saudi Arabia with Al Hilal. Despite his steady run of games back in Brazil, Neymar has been overlooked in Ancelotti’s first four squads since taking charge.…

Hugo Ekitike’s costly red card leaves Liverpool frustrated ahead of Palace clash Liverpool’s Carabao Cup win over Southampton on Tuesday night was overshadowed by Hugo Ekitike’s dramatic dismissal, a moment his manager Arne Slot described as “stupid” and unnecessary. The French forward had replaced Alexander Isak at half time, with the Swede already on the scoresheet following Federico Chiesa’s assist just before the break. Within minutes of coming on, Ekitike picked up his first booking for dissent after angrily punching the ball away in protest at referee Thomas Bramall’s decision. Liverpool’s lead did not last long. Shea Charles levelled for…

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has hit out at striker Hugo Ekitike after the Frenchman was sent off for what the Dutch coach described as a “senseless” act during their 2-1 victory over Southampton in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday night. Liverpool, who fielded a mix of regular starters and fringe players, secured passage into the next round thanks to goals from Alexander Isak and Ekitike. Southampton, currently in the Championship, provided stiff resistance but were undone by the Premier League leaders’ quality in front of goal. However, what should have been a straightforward evening ended in frustration for…

The new UEFA Europa League season is here, and once again, the our supercomputer has run the numbers thousands of times to project who might lift the trophy in May 2026. The competition kicks off on Wednesday, September 24, with nine fixtures, followed by nine more the next day. It’s the second year under the expanded 36-team league format, where every club plays eight matches. The top eight go straight into the round of 16, while those finishing 9th to 24th fight it out in a playoff for the remaining knockout places. Everyone else, the bottom 12 plus playoff losers,…

Paris, September 22, 2025 – The spotlight in world football is once again on Paris Saint-Germain, and this time, it’s Ousmane Dembélé who has stolen the show. On Monday night, the French forward was officially crowned the winner of the men’s Ballon d’Or, football’s most celebrated individual prize. The award, voted for by journalists from FIFA’s top 100 nations, covered performances between August 1, 2024, and July 13, 2025, a window that included both domestic competitions and the FIFA Club World Cup. And in that period, there was no shortage of brilliance across Europe. Mohamed Salah racked up an astonishing…

Why Ousmane Dembélé Leads the 2025 Ballon d’Or Race The Ballon d’Or has always carried weight. Whether one agrees with the voting system or not, it remains the highest individual honour in football. The 2025 edition, judged on performances from August 1, 2024 to July 13, 2025, promises fierce debate, with stars across Europe staking a claim. Mohamed Salah topped the continent for goal involvements, Kylian Mbappé led the scoring charts, and Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal dazzled in La Liga. Yet, bookmakers and pundits alike agree on one frontrunner: Ousmane Dembélé. The Paris Saint-Germain forward finally delivered on the potential long…

From Bonmatí to Caldentey: Who Stands Tall in the 2025 Women’s Ballon d’Or Race? The Women’s Ballon d’Or is back in focus, and this year the contest feels tighter than ever. Aitana Bonmatí is chasing a record-breaking third straight crown, while newcomers and veterans alike are staking their claim after a season of domestic dominance and international triumphs. Since Ada Hegerberg lifted the first Women’s Ballon d’Or in 2018, only Alexia Putellas (2021, 2022) and Bonmatí (2023, 2024) have managed to win it more than once. The question now is simple: will the trophy remain in Barcelona’s grasp, or will…

The full shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or has been unveiled, and every name on it has a case backed by big moments and strong numbers. Ahead of the award ceremony on Monday, here’s a look at the standout stats that defined each of the 30 nominees. Jude BellinghamThe Real Madrid midfielder chipped in with 15 goals and 14 assists across competitions between August 2024 and July 2025. He was one of only six La Liga players to hit double digits in both categories and created 97 chances from open play, third-most in the league. Ousmane DembéléFor PSG, Dembélé was…

Today, Old Trafford hosts one of the Premier League’s most anticipated fixtures: Manchester United against Chelsea. With Ruben Amorim’s side struggling for form, the pressure is mounting- can they deliver the performance fans are craving? Manchester United vs Chelsea: Key Stats According to our supercomputer, Chelsea are the favorites, winning 46.8% of pre-match simulations. United are predicted to win 28.7%, while 24.5% of the simulations suggest a draw. Bruno Fernandes could make his 200th Premier League appearance, becoming the 28th player to reach that milestone for Manchester United. United are unbeaten in their last 12 Premier League home games against…

Arsenal vs Manchester City Tactical Preview The Premier League’s heavyweight clash this weekend is more than just a test of form, it’s a tactical arm-wrestle between Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola. Arsenal enter with three wins from four and the best defence in England, while City are still ironing out flaws but arrive with Erling Haaland in lethal touch. At the Emirates, every small detail will matter. Here are five tactical subplots that could shape the outcome. 1. The Rodri Pressing TrapCity’s structure leans heavily on Rodri as the pivot, but United showed last week how coordinated pressing can disrupt…