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Olympique Lyon's relegation overturned: club allowed to remain in Ligue 1
Olympique Lyon will remain in France's top division after all. The club successfully appealed the relegation to Ligue 2 that had previously been imposed by the DNCG, the financial watchdog of French professional football.
Finally a holiday for Valverde: relentless midfielder played the most minutes of all
If anyone is in need of a holiday, it's Federico Valverde. The Real Madrid midfielder played more minutes than any other footballer this season.
Real Madrid and Benfica resume negotiations for Carreras
Negotiations between Real Madrid and Benfica over Álvaro Carreras have resumed, with a full agreement already in place between the player and Madrid. While Benfica’s approval is still pending, both sides are moving closer to a deal that could see the left-back return to the Bernabéu.
Inter Miami win in New England with Messi scoring his fourth consecutive brace in MLS
Lionel Messi scored his fourth consecutive brace in MLS, leading Inter Miami to a 2-1 win over New England. With 14 goals in 15 league games and 20 overall in 2025, Messi continues to shine, as Miami climbs to fifth in the Eastern Conference.
Clubs are lining up for Kökçü, who is set to leave Benfica
In Portugal, there is growing belief that Orkun Kökcü is in his final weeks at Benfica. The former Feyenoord captain is now being strongly linked not only with Inter Milan but also with Besiktas, Newcastle United, and a potential move to Saudi Arabia.
Main man Musiala defends Donnarumma after fibula fracture
Jamal Musiala holds no grudge against Gianluigi Donnarumma, who was one of the central figures in the much-discussed collision that led to the German's fractured fibula. The 22-year-old Bayern Munich winger stated that situations like this are simply part of football.
Thiago Silva keeps a special memento from reunion with Chelsea friends
On Tuesday, Thiago Silva and Fluminense bid farewell to the Club World Cup. The forty-year-old defender did so after a defeat against Chelsea. The Blues made sure the reunion with their veteran former teammate did not go unnoticed.
Sunderland keeps throwing money around: milestone in sight after arrival of Club Brugge talent
Sunderland is spending big to avoid the fate of the most recent promoted teams, who were immediately relegated from the Premier League. The Black Cats announced the signing of Chemsdine Talbi on Wednesday.
Toni Kroos: 'I’m not coming back, and Real Madrid knows that...'
Toni Kroos confirms his retirement is final in an in-depth interview, reflecting on Real Madrid’s search for his replacement, praising Xabi Alonso’s arrival, and warning about the risks of an overloaded football calendar.
Madrid supports Atlético's project for a new 20,000-seat arena
Madrid City Council supports Atlético de Madrid’s plan to build a 20,000-seat arena next to the Metropolitano Stadium. Backed by Deputy Mayor Inma Sanz, the project is set to revitalize San Blas-Canillejas and boost Madrid’s sports and cultural scene.