Bucs veteran has lifted the lid on why he opted against hanging up his boots at the end of the previous campaign. Despite achieving his ultimate career goal by securing the league title with the Buccaneers, the experienced midfielder was persuaded to extend his stay in professional football.
Benin captain Steve Mounie has stirred the pot ahead of his nation's high-profile meeting with world champions Argentina by claiming he does not view Lionel Messi as an idol. The experienced striker made the surprising admission while discussing his philosophy on facing football's greatest icons on the international stage.
Michael Olise produced a devastating second-half cameo to inspire France to a 4-1 Nations League victory over Belgium, cementing his status as the new face of the national team. The Bayern Munich star’s heroics at the Stade de France even led the home crowd to serenade him with chants typically reserved for the world's absolute elite.
Jamie Carragher has demanded the Premier League hand Manchester City a severe, multi-year punishment following their shock guilty verdict. The former Liverpool defender insists massive sanctions must be imposed before the end of this season to prevent the current title race from becoming a complete sham.
The 26-year-old midfielder has offered insight into the coach’s views on showboating, revealing that the Buccaneers mentor is more concerned with getting the job done than putting a lid on their natural flair. His stance has already sparked debate, with many wondering how the French-Moroccan tactician would handle the Sea Robbers’ naturally gifted stars.
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Lionel Messi is preparing to take his final bow on the international stage, but his upcoming opponents appear more interested in witnessing greatness than stopping it. Benin defender Mohamed Tijani has stunned fans by admitting that his side has absolutely no tactical strategy to handle the legendary number 10.
Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to make a spectacular announcement regarding the location of their future stadium in the coming weeks. The French side must choose between a staggering €2 billion renovation of the Parc des Princes or a complete relocation to a suburban city.
Dani Olmo has opened up about the tempting offer he received to switch international allegiances to Croatia during his formative years in Zagreb. The Barcelona playmaker, who is now a cornerstone of the Spanish national team, admitted he was grateful for the interest but could never abandon his lifelong ambition.
France produced a stunning late comeback to defeat Belgium 4-1 in the Nations League and secure Zinedine Zidane's first home victory in charge. A remarkable 14-minute spell saw Michael Olise and his fellow substitutes completely flip the script at the Stade de France.
Kenan Yildiz came through Bayern Munich’s academy, but he developed into a top player at Juventus: youth chief Jochen Sauer has now revealed the background to the departure of the former top talent.
Lionel Messi is preparing to bring an extraordinary 21-year international career to an emotional close when Argentina host Benin in Buenos Aires on Tuesday night. The 39-year-old icon completed his final training session at Ezeiza, taking time to reflect on his impending farewell as Lionel Scaloni's men gear up for an unforgettable occasion at Estadio Monumental.
Gianluca Scamacca played a starring role as Italy continued their impressive upward trajectory under Roberto Mancini with a hard-fought victory over Turkey in Bologna. The Azzurri had to withstand significant pressure at the Renato Dall'Ara Stadium but eventually secured three vital points to bolster their hopes of reaching the Nations League knockout stages.
