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Real Madrid's most successful player, Luka Modric, to leave team after Club World Cup

One of the best midfielders of his generation, Real Madrid's Luka Modric broke a 10-year duopoly between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in 2018 to win the Ballon d'Or.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr contract is ending: Will the star footballer leave and where will he go?

Ronaldo's contract with Saudi club Al Nassr is set to expire on 30 June and while the Portuguese star was initially expected to extend it by a year, his grievances regarding the club's lack of trophies and demands of wholesale changes make it a highly unlikely prospect.

AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey claims ‘elitist mindset’ and ‘jealousy’ reason behind criticism directed at him

Former India goalkeeper Chaubey, who is also part of the Bharatiya Janata Party and has served as AIFF president since 2022, added that any criticism directed towards him was ultimately harmful for Indian football.

Ruben Amorim’s disastrous first season set to test financially struggling Manchester United’s patience

Many Manchester United fans feel the team has regressed under manager Ruben Amorim, who watched the Red Devils lose the Europa League final on Wednesday. His poor first season is set to leave United’s decision-makers in limbo.

Amorim is ready to quit Man United without compensation; says it's 'hard' to defend himself

Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim feels he is the best man for the club despite the defeat in the Europa League final to Tottenham, however, he would quit if fans and the board want it.

Europa League Final: Johnson the hero as Tottenham Hotspur defeat Manchester United to end 17-year trophy drought

Tottenham Hotspur firmly held on to their slender lead after Brennan Johnson put them ahead with a scrambled goal in the 42nd minute to win their first major trophy since the 2007-08 League Cup. Manchester United, on the other hand, are set to miss out on European football for the first time in over a decade.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United, UEFA Europa League Final: Match timings, live streaming and more

Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, who have had a miserable league run this season, face each other in the final of the UEFA Europa League final on Wednesday. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming showdown.

3,000 police officers, fence: How Bilbao is preparing for Europa League final between Man United and Tottenham

The authorities in Bilbao have made elaborate arrangements including keeping the fans bases separate to host a peaceful Europa League final which will be played between Tottenham and Manchester United.

Why Valencia CF have threatened legal action against Netflix documentary on Vinicius Jr?

Valencia CF have threatened to sue makers of Netflix documentary 'Vini Jr.', claiming that facts shown about the racism incident at their stadium are not true. They have asked the makers to change it or they will take legal action.

Artificial intelligence in football: How AI-powered apps are aiding scouting process in Brazil

Football-mad Brazil stands out as a nation that is taking the implementation of technology in sport seriously, where AI has helped make the lives of talent scouts easier by helping with the process of identifying talent at the grassroots level.

Why Europa League final in Bilbao has left English fans struggling and UEFA under scrutiny

The 2025 Europa League final in Bilbao between Manchester United and Tottenham is causing frustration among fans. Supporters are blaming UEFA for ignoring their needs before the much-anticipated event.

Arsenal on verge of signing Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres; Manchester United eyeing Matheus Cunha

Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres is believed to be on top of Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta's wishlist for the summer transfer window, and the Swedish striker move to the Emirates Stadium in a deal worth £58.9 million is expected to be announced soon.

Will Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim if they lose Europa League final? Here's what report says

Manchester United currently are 17th on the Premier League table and are set for their worst finish in half a century the way things stand. And it remains to be seen if the 20-time champions persist with manager Ruben Amorim should they lose the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday.

How much money will Gary Lineker lose after stepping down from BBC over anti-semitism controversy

Gary Lineker has stepped down from the BBC after anti-Semitism controversy over a social media post. Here's how much money the former England footballer will lose after losing the BBC job.

Lionel Messi opens up on 'GOAT' debate with fellow legend Cristiano Ronaldo: 'It's always been a great battle...'

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo aren't just the leading players of their generation – they are widely considered among the greatest to have ever played football, and their rivalry among the most intense in sporting history. Choosing the 'Greatest Of All Time' (GOAT) between the two thus is a fierce debate.

Will Messi come to Kerala? Sports minister provides fresh update on Argentina team's visit

Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team's visit to Kerala has come under the cloud after contradicting statements coming from all corners. Kerala’s Sports Minister V Abdurahiman has now issued a fresh remark regarding the tour.

How Crystal Palace's historic FA Cup triumph affects Premier League’s Conference League spot?

Crystal Palace defeated Manchester City 1-0 in the final of the FA Cup at the Wembley Stadium to win the first major trophy in their 120 years of existence. Here's how it affects the European spots in the Premier League, particularly the one for the UEFA Conference League.

Bundesliga 2025: Dortmund, Frankfurt seal Champions League spots; Freiburg settle for Europa League

Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt secured Champions League qualification on the final day of the Bundesliga 2025 season, while Freiburg dropped to the Europa League.

Real Madrid beat Chelsea to sign defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth

Spanish defender Dean Huijsen has impressed at Bournemouth since joining from Juventus and will play for Real Madrid next season.

Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes' highest-paid athletes list once again; Stephen Curry in second spot

While Cristiano Ronaldo has topped the Forbes' highest-paid athletes list once again, Lionel Messi dropped in the standings.

How Hansi Flick masterminded Barcelona’s return to La Liga glory

Barcelona captured their 28th La Liga league title Thursday after beating city rivals Espanyol. Here's how coach Hansi Flick engineered the title victory.

Everyone wants a piece of English football: Dream Sports, Ohanian latest to follow Ryan Reynolds' success

Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds’ investment in Wrexham Football Club has proven to be a huge success, and more money is now flowing into English football — including from India’s fantasy sports giant, Dream Sports.

Explained: Why football great Gary Lineker has been forced to apologise and why BBC staff want him sacked

England football great and TV presenter Gary Lineker is once again at the centre of controversy, drawing backlash within the BBC.

Ruben Amorim to leave Manchester United after poor Premier League season? Portuguese manager responds

Ruben Amorim's Manchester United are inching towards their worst top-flight season since they were relegated in 1974.

Manchester United to keep Ruben Amorim as manager even if they lose Europa League final

Manchester United will reportedly retain head coach Ruben Amorim for next season even if they lose the Europa League final and miss out on a Champions League spot. The club is hoping to back him in the summer transfer window, where he will look to bring in fresh faces to turn things around.

Who is Felix Zwayer, the controversial referee picked to officiate Man Utd vs Tottenham Europa League final?

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