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Messi would have been one of the best defenders in the world
Javier Mascherano believes that Lionel Messi would have been among the best in the world as a defender as well. The former teammate of the Argentine superstar made this statement during an interview with Shoot for Love.
Morocco coach reassures fans about Mazraoui
Walid Regragui expects that Noussair Mazraoui will be able to return to action soon for both his club and the national team. The Moroccan coach emphasized during a press conference that the heart problems of the Manchester United right-back are not serious.
Former French internationals criticize Luis Enrique: 'That was a disgrace'
Christophe Dugarry and Bixente Lizarazu have strongly criticized Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique. The former French internationals do not understand why he left Ousmane Dembélé out of the squad for the Champions League match against Arsenal.
Haaland breaks pre-war record in debut as captain
Erling Haaland is now Norway's all-time top scorer. The striker struck twice on Thursday evening in the Nations League match against Slovenia and, at the remarkably young age of 24, has already crowned himself the most prolific Norwegian ever. He now has 34 goals.
Suriname makes it very difficult for Costa Rica and gets rewarded
Suriname earned a point against Costa Rica in the Nations League. Thanks in part to the constant threat from Sheraldo Becker, a victory came very close against the favorite to win the group (1-1).
Major concerns for Arsenal: Saka sustains injury while on national team duty
Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad. The Arsenal winger sustained an injury during the Nations League match against Greece (1-2). As a result, he is unavailable, raising concerns for his club, Arsenal.
English media see national coach gambling with his future
Interim head coach Lee Carsley of England did not improve his chances of removing the "interim" part from his title in the Nations League match against Greece. That is the interpretation of the English media, who observed that England failed due to the tactics of Gareth Southgate's successor.
Trouble for Oranje's opponent: Nagelsmann criticizes absent Leno
Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann is not happy with goalkeeper Bernd Leno's decision to decline the national team invitation. Leno was called up due to an injury to Marc-André ter Stegen, but he only wanted to travel to Germany if he was guaranteed playing time.
Lamine Yamal? He shouldn't be mistaken in wanting to rush things...
The Spanish coach once again expressed his admiration for the talent of the 17-year-old winger but warned him that he has 'seen many footballers like this fall by the wayside,' urging him to take his journey with patience and not rush into taking big steps in his career.
Matip retires permanently a few months after leaving Liverpool
Joël Matip has ended his career at the age of 33. The central defender has decided not to pursue a new challenge as a player after his departure from Liverpool.