At the heart of Real Madrid’s glittering galaxy of talent, few stars shine as brightly — or as controversially — as Vinicius Júnior. The Brazilian winger, once tipped for Ballon d’Or glory, now finds himself in the middle of a high-stakes contract tug-of-war that’s as much about boardroom politics as it is about football. Despite […]
May 13, 2025 – Friendly Match: Portugal U15 vs Japan U15 Portugal’s U15 national team enjoyed a convincing 4–1 win over Japan U15 in an international friendly, with forward Rafael Cabral stealing the spotlight thanks to a sensational hat-trick. The match also marked a historic moment as Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., son of Portuguese legend Cristiano
1. Xabi Alonso’s Tactical Shift Alonso’s dual-system approach—either a 4-4-2 or a 3-5-2/5-3-2—signals a move toward compactness and control. At Bayer Leverkusen, he demonstrated a penchant for: Fluid build-up play from the back Wing-back utilization for width A double-pivot or single-pivot midfield for balance Striker pairing, which aligns well with the Mbappe-Vinicius partnership This could
The long-awaited return of Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid is now a reality. The club has finalized a deal to appoint the Spanish tactician as their new head coach on a three-year contract that runs until 2028. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for both Alonso and Los Blancos, as they transition from
Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembélé has been officially crowned the 2024–25 Ligue 1 Player of the Season, following a spectacular resurgence that has seen him deliver the most productive season of his career. The 27-year-old French international has been a standout performer in PSG’s domestic campaign, scoring 21 goals and providing 6 assists in 28
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has officially confirmed that Carlo Ancelotti, one of the most decorated managers in world football, has been appointed as the head coach of the Brazilian national team. The 65-year-old Italian tactician will lead the Seleção through the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign and into the tournament
| Matchday Review | 2024/25 Premier League Another frustrating day at the office for Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, as they were held to a 0-0 draw by a disciplined Southampton side at St. Mary’s. City had all the possession, all the territory—but ultimately, none of the goals. Let’s be honest: this felt like two points
one of the most celebrated T20 cricket tournaments globally, has been indefinitely suspended, leaving fans, players, and stakeholders in a state of shock and uncertainty. The decision, announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on May 9, 2025, comes amid escalating geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, coupled with logistical challenges
Team Form & News Punjab Kings Punjab are finding momentum at the right stage of the season with back-to-back wins. Their aggressive approach with the bat is paying dividends, and their bowling is improving in tandem. A tactical shift has seen Azmatullah Omarzai come into the XI in place of Xavier Bartlett, adding more firepower
Internazionale have returned to the UEFA Champions League final for the second time in three seasons. But this is no fluke—no romantic run fuelled by chance. Simone Inzaghi’s Inter have quietly become one of Europe’s most disciplined and dangerous sides. And now, the footballing world must take notice. — Built on Brains, Not Buzz In