Francisco Quatrin

In an emotional goodbye held at Real Madrid’s facilities, Lucas Vázquez officially ended his decade-long tenure with the club. Surrounded by teammates, legends, and president Florentino Pérez, the homegrown midfielder said goodbye after 402 appearances and 23 titles.

After years off the professional radar, the historic Cosmos will make their comeback in 2026—this time not as New York’s team, but as Paterson, New Jersey’s. The club will compete in USL League One, the third division of American soccer, under new ownership aiming to rebuild the brand from the grassroots.

The Catalan club is constantly scouting the market and keeping a close eye on any opportunities that might arise, aiming to stay one step ahead of other top clubs when it comes to making key signings.

With only two matchdays remaining in the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a dramatic twist has put one national team’s playoff hopes in serious jeopardy. The team, still in contention for the intercontinental playoff, may face a severe penalty that could end its chances entirely.

Rodrigo De Paul is set to join Inter Miami, giving head coach Javier Mascherano a vital piece his midfield has been missing — a true box-to-box presence. De Paul brings not only his elite physical form at 31 years old, but also world-class experience: a World Cup champion, Copa América winner, and more than a decade playing top-flight football in Europe.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr in January 2023 marked the beginning of a transformative era for the Saudi Pro League. His arrival triggered a cascade of high-profile signings, including global stars like Karim Benzema, Neymar, N’Golo Kanté, Riyad Mahrez, and Sadio Mané. The league also attracted promising young talents such as Renato Veiga and Marcos Leonardo.

The No. 10 shirt at Barça is reserved for exceptional players—those who lead, inspire, and carry the weight of the club’s expectations. Lamine now steps into that legacy with maturity far beyond his years.

United’s asking price has dropped significantly—from €80 million to as low as €44 million—as both the club and the player prepare to part ways.

Liverpool, where Jota made over 180 appearances, has retired his iconic number 20 jersey in a rare but heartfelt move. This decision ensures that no player will wear the number again—an eternal tribute to the Portuguese forward.

Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul is set to become the newest addition to Inter Miami, signing a four-year contract and officially reuniting with Lionel Messi. He will join the MLS side immediately and will not take part in Atlético Madrid’s preseason training.

nter Miami will visit FC Cincinnati in Week 21 of the 2025 Major League Soccer season following a 2-1 home victory over Nashville SC. Lionel Messi played a decisive role once again, scoring a brace for the fifth consecutive match and earning MVP honors.

The 25-year-old forward scored 23 goals in the most recent Premier League season, ranking just behind Mohamed Salah in the scoring charts — a performance that drew admiration from the Reds' scouting team.

Bellingham postponed the surgery for nearly two years to avoid affecting Real Madrid and England during a packed schedule, including Euro 2024 and the Club World Cup. He has played through discomfort in 100 matches — 86 with Madrid and 14 with the national team.

Chelsea pulled off a stunning 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, lifting the trophy for the first time under the tournament’s new expanded format.

Lionel Messi has not yet extended his contract with Inter Miami, which expires at the end of the 2025 MLS season. While he has an option to stay for an additional 12 months, talks are ongoing, and speculation is mounting about his next move.