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Urawa captain reveals why he didn’t shake hands with River Plate players
Norwegian defender Marius Hoibraten, captain of Urawa Red Diamonds, apologized after a viral moment in which he failed to shake hands with River Plate players before their Club World Cup match.
Club Brugge willing to spend millions for Ludovit Reis
Ludovit Reis is set to make a remarkable transfer. The Hamburger SV midfielder, who spent several years playing for the Dutch U21 team, is being sold to Club Brugge, which is paying six million euros for him.
Sérgio Conceição is the favourite to take over at Al Nassr, according to reports in Italy
Sérgio Conceição has emerged as the top candidate to coach Al Nassr after Luciano Spalletti turned down a €18 million-a-year offer.
FIFA hands out heavy punishment to expelled Boca Juniors players
It appears very likely that Ander Herrera and Nicolás Figal will not feature again in the Club World Cup. Both Boca Juniors players have been suspended for four matches following their red cards against Benfica. Andrea Belotti (Benfica) has also received his punishment.
Barcelona reach personal agreement with Nico Williams
It seems to be only a matter of time before Nico Williams can be called a Barcelona player. The top club is willing to pay the release clause to Athletic Bilbao and has already reached a personal agreement with the winger.
Mbappé, who was struck down with stomach flu, has been discharged from hospital
Kylian Mbappé has been discharged from hospital, Real Madrid announced through its official channels. The 26-year-old striker will gradually resume training with Los Blancos.
Huijsen may still hope for a trophy in England
He no longer plays for Bournemouth and has even made his official debut for Real Madrid, but Dean Huijsen can still hope to receive a prestigious honour in England. The defender has been shortlisted for the PFA Young Player of the Year award due to his performances last season.
Real-uitblinker Courtois overleeft meeste schoten tegen sinds 2014
Thibaut Courtois was one of the standout performers for Real Madrid on Sunday in their 3-1 Club World Cup win against Pachuca. Thanks in part to the Belgian’s saves, the team secured their first victory under coach Xabi Alonso. Meanwhile, Courtois was critical of teammate Raúl Asencio.
Proud Messi closes in on Ronaldo on Club World Cup all-time top scorers list
Lionel Messi had a special night at the Club World Cup with Inter Miami. The 37-year-old free-kick specialist’s match-winning goal brought up some impressive statistics, with Cristiano Ronaldo also entering the conversation. After the match, Messi was especially proud of his team.
Suriname brought back down to earth: 'Mexico still too strong for us'
Stanley Menzo has come to the conclusion that Suriname cannot match Mexico's level. The South American side lost to the Mexicans on Wednesday night and has been eliminated from the Gold Cup.