John Bennett is accompanied by Julien Laurens and Guillem Ballague to examine a week of contrasting fortunes for football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The panel reflects on Messi’s farewell from international football and Ronaldo’s detailed statement after his dispute with Jorge Jesus, while asking whether his conduct should surprise anyone. They also assess […]
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Cristiano Ronaldo has claimed that Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus failed to honour his promises on two occasions. He said the coach’s refusal to publicly clarify why he was left out against Norway led him to leave the national team camp, although he remains available after serving any disciplinary action. In a detailed statement, the […]
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The controversy involving Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal’s national side has quickly become the country’s leading sports story. It dominated Wednesday night’s television coverage and appeared on the front pages of almost every major newspaper. Some believe Ronaldo was justified in leaving the squad after warming up for half an hour against Norway without entering the […]
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Barcelona are nearing an agreement to sign Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus in a deal valued at £8.6m (10m euros). Negotiations for the Brazilian are reportedly at an advanced point. Although several details still need to be settled, the move is likely to be finalised before Tuesday’s transfer deadline. Napoli had also expressed interest in Jesus, […]
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Barcelona have another Rodri offer turned down, Tottenham defender Djed Spence closes in on Inter Milan switch, while Arsenal fail with an approach for Marc Pubill, plus other transfer updates. Manchester City have turned down a £55m proposal from Barcelona for Spanish midfielder Rodri. Negotiations remain ongoing, but the Premier League side are seeking more […]
Continue ReadingHe further stated: “Provided he remains active and fit enough to be called up, I will select him, within specific boundaries and according to the standards I believe suit the national side best. “I have yet to talk with [Ronaldo]. He will never become an issue for the national team. Not for the squad, nor […]
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