Ronaldo de Lima has officially withdrawn his candidacy for the presidency of the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF). The Brazilian football legend, who netted 62 goals for his country and helped them reach three consecutive World Cup finals between 1994 and 2002—winning twice—had planned to challenge incumbent Ednaldo Rodrigues in the 2026 election. However, less than three months after announcing his candidacy, the 48-year-old has decided to step down from the race. In a statement posted on his social media accounts, Ronaldo explained that 23 of the 27 federations that make up the CBF showed no interest in hearing his presidential…
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Four teams have secured their places in the quarter-finals of this season’s UEFA Champions League: Barcelona, Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool. In the early match, Barcelona triumphed 3-1 over Benfica at Camp Nou, completing a 4-1 aggregate victory after their 1-0 win in Portugal with 10 men. At home, they dominated the Portuguese side, with Raphinha scoring twice. Bayern Munich also advanced, defeating Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 to seal a 5-0 aggregate win. Inter Milan progressed with a 2-1 victory on the night, finishing 4-1 on aggregate against Feyenoord. Paris Saint-Germain took their tie against Liverpool to extra time after…
Mikel Arteta has admitted that he didn’t feel Raheem Sterling was the right player to make an impact during Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United on Sunday. The result at Old Trafford effectively ended the Gunners’ slim Premier League title hopes, as more dropped points left them trailing Liverpool by 15 points. Bruno Fernandes’ first-half free-kick gave United the lead, and although Declan Rice equalized for Arsenal in the second half, they couldn’t find a winner despite applying pressure. Arteta was still without several key players for the trip to Manchester, though he was able to call upon Gabriel Martinelli,…
Manchester United have unveiled plans to construct a new 100,000-capacity stadium near their current Old Trafford ground. Designed by architects Foster and Partners, the new stadium will feature an innovative umbrella design and a public plaza that is set to be “twice the size of Trafalgar Square.” The project aligns with the Government’s growth and regeneration initiatives for the local area. United estimates the project could add £7.3bn to the UK’s economy, create nearly 100,000 jobs, and attract an additional 1.8 million visitors annually. The cost of construction is expected to be around £2bn, a hefty sum, especially considering the…
A loophole in Chelsea’s loan agreement for Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho could allow him to return to Old Trafford at the end of the season, according to reports. Sancho joined Chelsea last summer on a deal that included an obligation for the Blues to make the transfer permanent for a fee between £20m and £25m, with the exact amount depending on their final league position. This obligation is only triggered if Chelsea finish above 14th in the Premier League, which, while not guaranteed, appears likely given the current state of the season. However, the Daily Mail reports that there…
Tiger Woods, the American professional golfer, has suffered a new injury setback. The 49-year-old is now facing another extended break from the PGA Tour and is uncertain for the upcoming major season after rupturing his Achilles tendon. In a tweet on X this Tuesday, the former world No. 1 shared: “As I began to ramp up my training and practice at home, I felt a sharp pain in my left Achilles, which was diagnosed as a rupture. “This morning, Dr. Charlton Stucken from the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, Florida, performed a minimally invasive procedure to repair…
Paul Pogba is free to return to competition starting Tuesday, as the 18-month doping ban that sidelined the former France international has now expired. However, the 30-year-old midfielder still needs to find a new club. After a turbulent period marked by injuries and inconsistent form, Pogba is eager to move past the chaos of the last few years and is actively seeking a new team. He aims to return to top form and make a push for the 2026 World Cup, with Inter Miami, David Beckham’s MLS side, among the potential destinations. Pogba, who previously played for Manchester United and…
Paris Saint-Germain secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals after a 1-0 win at Anfield, which led to a penalty shoot-out victory. Liverpool started brightly, but against the run of play, Ousmane Dembele’s clinical finish leveled the aggregate score just 12 minutes in, putting PSG back in contention. Dominik Szoboszlai thought he had found an equalizer early in the second half, only for it to be ruled offside. The tension mounted further when Jarell Quansah’s diving header hit the inside of the post with just ten minutes remaining. Neither team could break the deadlock in regular or extra time,…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has admitted that his side “ran out of luck” after being eliminated from the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night. The Reds had won the first leg 1-0 at Parc des Princes, despite PSG dominating much of the game. However, it was PSG who scored the only goal at Anfield, sending the match to penalties, where Liverpool fell short. Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones both missed their penalty kicks, while PSG converted all four of theirs. “During the first 20-25 minutes, we were all over them, creating chance after chance, and suddenly we were…
French midfielder Paul Pogba has completed his suspension and is now free to sign with any club. Pogba’s ban officially ended on March 10, 2025, and he is currently a free agent. The 28-year-old’s contract with Juventus was terminated in November 2024, leaving him without a club. He is now exploring opportunities to continue his career, with a focus on top European leagues. Pogba has been linked to both Marseille and Manchester United. In February 2024, Pogba was handed a four-year ban for violating anti-doping rules, effective from September 11, 2023. However, on October 7, 2024, the Court of Arbitration…