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Ronaldo sharpens record as highest-earning footballer
Cristiano Ronaldo has sharpened his own record: in 2024, the 39-year-old Al-Nassr forward was once again the highest-earning footballer in the world. This was announced by the American business magazine Forbes. The Portuguese superstar earned 285 million dollars, more than twice as much as the second-ranked Lionel Messi.
Messi grants fellow countryman the Ballon d'Or
If it were up to Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez would win the Ballon d'Or this year. According to Messi, his compatriot deserves the prestigious award due to his performances with Argentina and his club, Inter Milan.
Barcelona is exploring the free transfer market
Barcelona is exploring the free transfer market, writes Mundo Deportivo on Thursday. For this reason, the club is looking at players such as Jonathan Tah (pictured, Bayer Leverkusen) and Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich).
Deschamps and the controversy with Mbappé: 'We have a very negative atmosphere'
The issue concerns the investigation into an alleged assault at the hotel where Kylian Mbappé stayed overnight in Stockholm last week, a story the French forward linked to PSG, as it emerged on the eve of a court hearing between the two parties.
Grueling schedule in the Premier League: forty matches in seventeen days
The Premier League has announced the schedule for December and January 2025. These are always busy football months in England, and this year is no different. VI highlights the key moments.
Javier Tebas's strong words: 'Take away that Club World Cup immediately'
Javier Tebas, president of LaLiga, publicly called on FIFA to cancel the 2025 Club World Cup, arguing that the tournament is unnecessary and disrupts the football calendar.
The court case between Manchester City and Benjamin Mendy explained
"Manchester City and Benjamin Mendy faced each other in court this week. The defender claims he is still entitled to 13.8 million euros from his former employer. Voetbal International explains the details of the situation.
Van Wonderen immediately raises eyebrows at Schalke with decision about goalkeepers
Kees van Wonderen made a bold change in his first two matches as Schalke 04's coach. The Dutchman opted not to choose first-choice goalkeeper Justin Heekeren for the games against Hannover 96 and Greuther Fürth, instead selecting newcomer Thorben Hoffmann.
Malacia is almost a footballer again: return to Man Utd very close
Tyrell Malacia is nearing his return to Manchester United. The left-back has been sidelined for over a year due to a serious injury. He is now almost fit again. He may be back in action before the end of the month.
Bellingham? We were impressed, but Birmingham asked for double
Bayer Leverkusen's director reveals how the club tried to sign the English star when he was just 16 years old.