THE BALL – Ronaldo in search of the trophy he needs before… farewell? (Italy)

THE BALL – Ronaldo in search of the trophy he needs before… farewell?  (Italy)

Juventus lost the Italian Cup final last season, on penalties (2-4), against Naples, Atalanta defeated the final the year before, against Lazio (0-2). This Wednesday, starting at 8 pm, and even before the Serie A decision-making journey, the last two defeated finalists decide, among themselves, to win the Italian Cup. While it is certain that … Read more

A BOLA – Bruno Fernandes elected footballer of the year again (Manchester United)

A BOLA – Bruno Fernandes elected footballer of the year again (Manchester United)

The Portuguese international Bruno Fernandes was elected, for the second consecutive year, footballer of the year at Manchester United, an award attributed through the vote of the fans. Bruno Fernandes collected 63 percent of the vote, followed by defender Luke Shaw (21 percent) and striker Edinson Cavani (6 percent). He’s out of this world ???? … Read more

THE BALL – David Luiz leaving Arsenal (England)

THE BALL – David Luiz leaving Arsenal (England)

David Luiz will leave Arsenal at the end of this season. The confirmation was made, this Tuesday, by Mikel Arteta, coach of the gunners, at a press conference. «David Luiz won everything in football. I had the privilege of working with him for 18 months and I really enjoyed it. We had a great time … Read more

THE BALL – Raúl Jiménez should only return next season (Wolverhampton)

THE BALL – Raúl Jiménez should only return next season (Wolverhampton)

Away from the pitch since 29 November last year, following a skull fracture suffered in a shock starring David Luiz, Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez is unlikely to play again this season. The former Benfica player, who recently turned 30, already works as part of the Wolverhampton squad and has scheduled an appointment with a specialist … Read more

THE BALL – V. Guimarães punished with another game behind closed doors (Vitória de Guimarães)

THE BALL – V. Guimarães punished with another game behind closed doors (Vitória de Guimarães)

V. Guimarães was punished with another game behind closed doors and a five thousand euro fine, according to a decision communicated this Monday by the Disciplinary Council of the Portuguese Football Federation. At issue, there was no sound from the recordings captured by the video surveillance system (CCTV) at the D. Afonso Henriques Stadium, in … Read more

THE BALL – Yilmaz rests fans: «We will be champions» (Lille)

THE BALL – Yilmaz rests fans: «We will be champions» (Lille)

After the draw against Saint-Etienne (0-0), Boruk Yilmaz told everyone to hear that Lille will be champion and that no one should be worried. «Don’t worry, we will be champions. You are fighting dogs. You’ll see. It doesn’t matter who it is ”, repeated the Turkish striker. Lille, by José Fonte, Renato Sanches and Xeka, … Read more

THE BALL – Mbappé’s interview generates expectations (Paris Saint-Germain)

THE BALL – Mbappé’s interview generates expectations (Paris Saint-Germain)

Kylian Mbappé (PSG) has scheduled an interview with TF1 for Tuesday, where he will address several aspects and among them his future. According to L´Equipe, the French international will clarify his ambitions at the European and is also expected to clarify what his next step will be. Mbappé only has a contract with Paris Saint-Germain … Read more

THE BALL – «I would like to understand what Sir Alex thinks of me» (Manchester United)

THE BALL – «I would like to understand what Sir Alex thinks of me» (Manchester United)

A star at Manchester United since arriving, Bruno Fernandes regrets that he has not yet met a bigger star at the club: Alex Ferguson. «It is one of the things that I regret the most so far. I have already met him, but I have not had the opportunity to talk to him as I … Read more

BOLA – Klopp gives more details on Diogo Jota’s injury (Liverpool)

BOLA – Klopp gives more details on Diogo Jota’s injury (Liverpool)

After the victory at West Bromwich Albion, Jurgen Klopp gave some more details about the injury to Portuguese international Diogo Jota, suffered during the game against Manchester United (4-2), last Thursday. «There is a problem with a small bone in the foot. As I said, it doesn’t look serious, but we’ll see. As always, we … Read more

THE BALL – «To avoid any doubt it was better this way» (Marítimo)

THE BALL – «To avoid any doubt it was better this way» (Marítimo)

Julio Velázquez, coach of Marítimo, spoke of a sense of accomplishment after the maintenance of the Madeiran team in the League was guaranteed. “I am satisfied. Yesterday [sábado] it looked like it was already done, but to avoid any doubt it was better this way ”, stressed the Spanish coach, after the goalless draw in … Read more