Cristiano Ronaldo, the iconic footballer, is still adored by fans worldwide, as evidenced by the six supporters who breached security during a Euro 2024 match just to take a selfie with him. Despite his enduring popularity, these incidents highlight a stark reality – Ronaldo’s influence on the pitch seems to be diminishing as he ages.
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England’s performance in Euro 2024 has come under intense scrutiny, with pundits and fans alike expressing disappointment in the team’s display so far in the tournament. Despite topping Group C after a win against Serbia and a draw with Denmark, the general consensus is that the team has not met the high standards expected of
Bayern Munich is reportedly gaining confidence in their pursuit to sign Michael Olise from Crystal Palace. Sources close to the situation have informed ESPN that the German club is optimistic about securing the 22-year-old midfielder. Although Palace is reluctant to part ways with Olise, they understand his desire to advance his career. Last week, the
Ukraine displayed resilience in their emotionally charged match against Slovakia, coming from a goal down to secure a 2-1 victory. The winner, a Roman Yaremchuk stunner in the 80th minute, kept Ukraine’s hopes alive in the tournament. This win marked the fourth time a team has come from behind to win a match at Euro
France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, seems to have prioritized defensive strength in the Euro 2024. While the team boasts an impressive attacking lineup with the likes of Mbappé, Dembélé, Griezmann, Thuram, Coman, and Giroud, they have struggled to find the back of the net. On the other hand, they have managed to keep clean sheets in
The recent match between the Netherlands and France at the European Championship saw a controversial decision by the referee to disallow a goal scored by Xavi Simons. Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman expressed his strong disagreement with the decision, arguing that the goal should have stood despite the offside position of Denzel Dumfries. While Koeman’s frustration
The retired Italian soccer star, Roberto Baggio, fell victim to a terrifying incident as he was robbed at gunpoint in his own home while watching the Euro Cup match between Italy and Spain. According to reports from local police, a group of armed robbers raided Baggio’s villa near Vicenza, causing chaos and fear. Reports suggest
Manchester City’s decision to collaborate with musician Noel Gallagher on a custom font for their 2024-25 season kits has certainly raised eyebrows. While Gallagher’s handwriting may add a personal touch to the players’ names and numbers, the end result is divisive. Some may find the design distinctive, while others may see it as resembling the
Sir Jim Ratcliffe made headlines earlier this year with his massive £1.3 billion investment in Manchester United. His promise to focus on transforming the club into a genuine contender for top honors both domestically and in Europe was a welcomed change from the commercial-focused approach of the past. The optimism among United staff was palpable
After being dropped by former coach Fernando Santos during Portugal’s last major tournament appearance at the 2022 World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has earned his place back in the national team for Euro 2024. Despite leaving Europe to play club football with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo’s remarkable performance, with 50 goals in 51 games
Poland’s coach Michal Probierz’s decision to bring in Robert Lewandowski late in the match against Austria has come under scrutiny. The coach stated that they had planned for Lewandowski not to start the game, as it was deemed to be a highly intensive match. However, this strategic decision may have backfired, as the team seemed
AS Roma owners, the Friedkin Group, are currently engaged in exclusive discussions to acquire Everton, as confirmed by the Premier League club. This comes after a previous takeover agreement with 777 Partners fell through. The Friedkin Group, based in the United States, already own Italian Serie A club Roma, making them prominent figures in the
Recently, England voiced their concerns about the poor quality of the pitch at the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt during a match against Denmark. UEFA, the governing body of European football, has acknowledged these concerns and vowed to make improvements to the playing surface. It was reported that large chunks of turf were flying into
In a thrilling match between Spain and Italy, a Riccardo Calafiori own goal proved to be the deciding factor. However, the real stars of the game were Spain’s young and dynamic wingers, Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. Their performance on the pitch not only secured a victory for Spain but also showcased their potential to