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Cristiano Ronaldo already suspended from Portugal after camp exit as lawyer reveals what could reduce his punishment
The eventual punishment could have a major impact on his return, with the timing of the disciplinary decision potentially determining whether he is available for Portugal's next international window. Cristiano Ronaldo is already facing the consequences of his dramatic departure from Portugal’s training camp, with the 41-year-old captain now reportedly suspended from representing the national team while his case is assessed. The eventual punishment could have a major impact on his return , wi...
Cristiano Ronaldo receives absolute support from Luka Modric amid Portugal fallout with Jorge Jesus
Luka Modric has publicly defended his former Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo amid the forward's ongoing fallout with the Portugal national team and head coach Jorge Jesus. The relationship between Cristiano Ronaldo , the Portugal national team , and head coach Jorge Jesus is not on the best terms, prompting Luka Modric to stand up for his former Real Madrid teammate . On Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo shared an explosive statement in which he accused Jorge Jesus of failing to keep se...
Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi’s Argentina farewell with heartfelt Instagram comment
Cristiano Ronaldo sent Lionel Messi a message of respect after his retirement from Argentina. Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message to Lionel Messi after the Argentina captain’s international farewell. The Portugal star left a comment on Messi’s latest Instagram post, published on Wednesday, October 7, a day after his final match with the national team. “ Leo, so many years defending your country and a story that will remain forever. All my respect for what you have achieved with Argenti...
Ange Postecoglou gives optimistic Cristiano Ronaldo fitness update ahead of Al Nassr return
Ange Postecoglou says Cristiano Ronaldo is "fresh, fit and ready to play" for Al Nassr's match against Al Diriyah on Friday- Cristiano Ronaldo is set to return to action for Al Nassr after a turbulent week with Portugal , and his coach has no concerns about his condition. Ange Postecoglou spoke on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of Friday’s Saudi Pro Leagu e match against Al Diriyah , and used the press conference to give an update on his star striker. “ Cristiano Ronaldo is fresh, fit and ...
Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus resolve Portugal crisis as details behind reconciliation come to light
Behind the public fallout, private discussions have reportedly helped ease tensions between the two men, raising fresh questions about Ronaldo's future with the national team. Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus have been at the center of a dramatic Portugal controversy after the captain’s departure from the national team camp, but the latest developments suggest the situation may be moving in a very different direction. Behind the public fallout, private discussions have reportedly helped eas...
Lionel Messi rules out one career path as Inter Miami captain’s stunning post-retirement plan emerges after Argentina farewell
The Inter Miami talisman has already begun to orchestrate his next monumental chapter, laying the enduring foundations for a future that will forever intertwine his immortal legacy with the very soul of the beautiful game. Even as the sun has already set on his glorious international odyssey with Argentina, Lionel Messi ’s masterful vision extends far beyond the final whistle. The Inter Miami talisman has already begun to orchestrate his next monumental chapter, laying the enduring foundatio...
Jorge Jesus responds to Cristiano Ronaldo’s extensive statement: ‘I have nothing more to say’
Jorge Jesus has finally answered Cristiano Ronaldo's lengthy statement, and he did it in the shortest way possible. Speaking to the media on Wednesday before heading to the Portuguese Federation headquarters, the coach said he had read the statement and chose not to get into the feud, keeping his focus on the team. “I read […] Jorge Jesus has finally answered Cristiano Ronaldo’ s lengthy statement, and he did it in the shortest way possible. Speaking to the media on Wednesday before heading ...
Lionel Messi bids farewell to Argentina with emotional message to fans at a packed Estadio Monumental
Lionel Messi has officially brought his storied international career with Argentina to an end, accompanying his final appearance with an emotional farewell message to the nation. Following the international friendly match against Benin, in which Lionel Messi scored his 126th goal for Argentina , the captain took the microphone to address the crowd and bid an emotional farewell to his supporters. After Argentina’s 3–0 victory over Benin, Lionel Messi spoke to fans at the Estadio Monument...
Lionel Messi retires from Argentina with a goal in 3-0 victory over Benin
Lionel Messi bid farewell to international duty in Argentina's 3-0 victory over against Benin in which he scored the final goal of the night. Lionel Messi made his final appearance for Argentina in an international friendly against Benin . The captain sealed La Albiceleste’s 3-0 win by socring his 126th goal with the national team. Nicolás Otamendi and Nico Paz scored the night’s opening two goals, both created by assists from Lionel Messi . Though a goal of his own initially eluded him...
Video: Lionel Messi scores 126th goal with Argentina in international farewell match vs Benin
In the 68th minute of his farewell match against Benin, Lionel Messi scored his 126th international goal for La Albiceleste. In his international farewell match against Benin, Lionel Messi added another storybook chapter to his iconic career by scoring his 126th goal for Argentina in the 68th minute. Following a foul on Agustín Giay inside the box, the referee awarded a penalty to Argentina, and the packed crowd at the Estadio Monumental instantly knew who would step up to take it. ...
Video: Lionel Messi in tears during Argentina’s national anthem in international farewell match
Lionel Messi was moved to tears during Argentina's national anthem just before his farewell match against Benin at the Monumental. Lionel Messi could not hold back the tears at the Monumental in Buenos Aires. The Argentina captain broke down toward the end of the national anthem, just minutes before the start of his farewell match against Benin, in front of a stadium that came to say goodbye to its greatest idol. The anthem was performed by singer Fabio Santana, a Islas Malvinas (Falkla...
Lionel Messi’s Argentina retirement: How his stats compare to Diego Maradona
With Diego Maradona’s legacy having shaped the standard for Argentina’s greatest players for generations, Messi’s farewell naturally invites another look at where his remarkable career stands alongside his country’s most iconic soccer figure. Lionel Messi is preparing for an emotional final appearance with Argentina, bringing an extraordinary international chapter toward its conclusion against Benin at the Estadio Monumental. With Diego Maradona ’s legacy having shaped the standard for Argen...
Lionel Messi’s Argentina farewell gets massive El Monumental spectacle with artists, fireworks, and surprises: Full show lineup and timings revealed
With a completely packed stadium, live music, incredible tributes, and a ton of special surprises in store, this is guaranteed to be a night fans will never forget. Get ready for the ultimate celebration as Lionel Messi is gearing up for a highly emotional final appearance for Argentina when the world champions take on Benin in a massive friendly at the Estadio Monumental. The 39-year-old’s epic farewell is designed to be an absolute party honoring one of the greatest international careers o...
Who is the new captain of Argentina national team after the retirement of Lionel Messi?
With Lionel Messi bidding farewell to Argentina on Tuesday, coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed Cristian "Cuti" Romero as the new captain. Lionel Messi will say goodbye to the Argentina national team on Tuesday, October 6, in a farewell friendly against Benin at the Monumental in Buenos Aires, closing a 21-year international career . His departure leaves much more than a gap in attack: Messi has worn the captain’s armband since 2011 , through the Copa América titles, the Finalissima , an...
Is Lionel Messi starting today in farewell match? Confirmed lineups for Argentina vs Benin in 2026 International friendly
On October 6, Argentina faces Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Lionel Messi's farewell match, and fans are wondering whether the captain will feature in the starting lineup. Lionel Messi plays his international farewell match against Benin on October 6. Ahead of the game, fans are wondering whether the icon will feature in Argentina ‘s starting XI . Lionel Messi will feature in Argentina’s starting lineup against Benin. As this is his farewell match from international duty, the captai...
Lionel Messi retires from international soccer: Total stats, goals, and caps with Argentina
Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer after 21 years with Argentina, leaving with 207 caps, 125 goals, 68 assists, six World Cups and six titles in an Argentina shirt. Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer, closing a 21-year career with Argentina that rewrote the record books. The 39-year-old announced his decision on August 31, weeks after Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain, and he will play his farewell match on Tuesday, October 6 , against Benin at the M...
Harry Kane joins Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in exclusive list after scoring his 90th goal for England
Harry Kane has reached 90 goals for England, joining Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in a very small group of players to hit that mark at international level. Harry Kane has reached 90 goals for England , joining Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in a very small group of players to hit that mark at international level. The England captain got there against Czechia at Wembley, in Matchday 4 of the UEFA Nations League . Kane scored in the 40th minute, collecting a lofted cross from Mo...
How many titles did Lionel Messi win with Argentina?
Rising from the ashes of early heartbreak to become the immortal captain of a golden generation, the maestro leaves behind a glittering empire of shattered records and ultimate glory, a breathtaking legacy that echoes into eternity. The final sun sets on the greatest era in Argentine soccer. Lionel Messi prepares for one last, deeply emotional dance upon the hallowed turf of the Estadio Monumental against Benin, drawing the curtain on a legendary 21-year international odyssey. Rising from th...
Cristiano Ronaldo confirms he will not retire from Portugal as Jorge Jesus feud truth finally emerges
The 41-year-old captain has offered his own detailed version of events, revealing how a series of conversations and broken agreements turned a promising relationship into one of the biggest controversies surrounding the national team. Cristiano Ronaldo has finally broken his silence on the extraordinary fallout with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus , explaining what happened during the latest international camp and why he decided to leave the squad. The 41-year-old captain has offered his own deta...
Neymar pays tribute to Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina farewell: ‘The world thanks you’
Neymar has paid tribute to Lionel Messi on the day the Argentina captain plays his final match for the national team. Neymar has paid tribute to Lionel Messi on the day the Argentina captain plays his final match for the national team. The Brazilian shared a message on Instagram addressed to his former teammate, thanking him for what he has given to soccer. “ Those who love soccer have enjoyed you over all these years… Today is your last game with the shirt of your national team, of you...
How to watch USMNT vs Canada match in the USA: Live stream and TV for 2026 international friendly game
Here are all of the details of where you can watch the friendly mathc between USMNT vs Canada on US television and via legal streaming. Here are all of the details of where you can watch USMNT vs Canada on US television and via legal streaming: WHO USMNT vs Canada WHAT International friendly WHEN 8:00pm ET / 5:00pm PT • Tuesday, October 6, 2026 WHERE Fubo , Peacock Premium , Telemundo, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, UNIVERSO, UNIVERSO NOW, TNT USA, HBO Max...
How to watch Argentina vs Benin in USA: 2026 International Friendly, Live Stream, TV and Preview
In the last international game of Lionel Messi, Argentina faces Benin in an international friendly. Here is all the information on how to watch Messi's farewell match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Argentina vs Benin on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Argentina vs Benin WHAT: 2026 International friendly WHEN: 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT • Tuesday, October 6, 2026 WHERE: ViX Match Overview The world tunes in for a historic ...
Why is Bukayo Saka not playing for England vs Czechia in Matchday 4 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Bukayo Saka has been left out of England's starting lineup for Tuesday's Nations League clash with Czechia at Wembley, with Thomas Tuchel opting to rotate his squad for the final match of the international break. The Arsenal winger's absence from the XI comes just three days after he scored twice in England's historic 7-0 rout […] Bukayo Saka has been left out of England ‘s starting lineup for Tuesday’s Nations League clash with Czechia at Wembley, with Thomas Tuchel opting to rotate his squ...
How to watch Mexico vs Chile match in the USA live stream and TV for 2026 international friendly game
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Mexico vs Chile for a 2026 International friendly game on US television and via legal streaming. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Mexico vs Chile on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Mexico vs Chile WHAT International friendly WHEN 10:30pm ET / 7:30pm PT • Tuesday, October 6, 2026 WHERE TUDN USA, Univision, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App STREAM TUDN USA ...
Christian Pulisic among Milan stars put on notice as Ruben Amorim reveals ruthless selection rule
Amorim’s latest message to his squad suggests Pulisic cannot afford to relax. Christian Pulisic has already experienced both sides of Ruben Amorim ’s demanding start at Milan. After being left on the bench for the club’s first three Serie A matches, the American finally earned his first start against Lecce and responded with his first goal of the campaign. However, Amorim’s latest message to his squad suggests Pulisic cannot afford to relax. The difficult beginning came after Pulisic re...
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