THE BALL – Mainz coach admits Sporting’s departure from target (Germany)

THE BALL – Mainz coach admits Sporting’s departure from target (Germany)

Absent from the pitch since January, Jeremiah St. Juste could return to the Mainz team this Friday, against Wolfsburg. The guarantee was given by coach Bo Svensson, who also admitted the possibility of the 25-year-old centre-back, wanted by Sporting, leaving at the end of the season. “To think that St. Juste and Niakhaté will stay … Read more

A BOLA – Future of João Mário under analysis (Benfica)

A BOLA – Future of João Mário under analysis (Benfica)

João Mário still has a long contract with the Reds, until the summer of 2026, and, according to information gathered by A BOLA, the Portuguese international midfielder wants to continue at Benfica next season; but it is not certain that this will happen. Hired from Inter Milan earlier this season, after having played for rival … Read more

THE BALL – Siqueira signed for Real Madrid and ended up with an eagle on his chest (Benfica)

THE BALL – Siqueira signed for Real Madrid and ended up with an eagle on his chest (Benfica)

Brazilian left-back signed by Benfica in 2013/14, in statements to the Spanish newspaper BrandSiqueira recalled the transfer to Benfica that season and how close he was to joining Real Madrid. «On the morning of August 31, my agent called me to talk to me about Benfica. He said to him: ‘let’s go’. When we were … Read more

THE BALL – Tondela draws in Mafra, but goes to Jamor (see summary) (Portuguese Cup)

THE BALL – Tondela draws in Mafra, but goes to Jamor (see summary) (Portuguese Cup)

Tondela is in the final of the Portuguese Cup for the first time. Nuno Campos’ team confirmed qualification, after a draw (1-1) in Mafra, against a team from Liga 2 that was not happy, despite having the mission to cancel a three-goal disadvantage (0-3) brought 1st hand. In the first half, the beirões controlled the … Read more

THE BALL – Lions issue warning to fans for the Dragon classic (Sporting)

THE BALL – Lions issue warning to fans for the Dragon classic (Sporting)

Sporting issued a statement this Wednesday with a set of recommendations to its fans for this Thursday’s classic against FC Porto, at Estádio do Dragão, referring to the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals. Portugal. The following point stands out: «Fans who have tickets for sectors other than the visiting bench are advised … Read more

THE BALL – Gareth Bale was called up but… (Real Madrid)

THE BALL – Gareth Bale was called up but… (Real Madrid)

Another episode of strange contours involving Gareth Bale. The Welshman was on Real Madrid’s squad for this Wednesday’s game against Osasuna, but… he won’t be available after all and he hasn’t even traveled with the team to Pamplona. It was the club itself merengue to announce the player’s absence this morning, having included him the … Read more

THE BALL – Lions show behind the scenes of the derby (video) (Sporting)

THE BALL – Lions show behind the scenes of the derby (video) (Sporting)

Sporting published this Monday the video with the backstage of the derby. The lions, remember, were defeated by Benfica (0-2), in the 30th round of the League. The tribute to Mathieu, Rúben Amorim’s speech in the bathhouse and the atmosphere lived in Alvalade are some of the images captured under the heading backstage Sporting. See … Read more

THE BALL – Man. United to announce new manager in coming days (Manchester United)

THE BALL – Man.  United to announce new manager in coming days (Manchester United)

Erik ten Hag will even be the new manager of Manchester United and is, therefore, found the replacement of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in charge of the coach of the red devilsafter Ralf Ranigck took over on an interim basis. according to Guardian, the agreement with Ajax is closed and the English emblem will have to … Read more

THE BALL – Doubt cleared Rafa: Benfica’s squad for the derby (Sporting-Benfica)

THE BALL – Doubt cleared Rafa: Benfica’s squad for the derby (Sporting-Benfica)

Rafa is not on Benfica’s squad for tonight’s derby with Sporting, in Alvalade. The Portuguese international did not recover from the physical problems that kept him away from the match with Liverpool and is also out of Nélson Veríssimo’s options for the clash with the rival of the 2nd Circular. Regarding the Champions League clash … Read more

THE BALL – «At the moment no one respects Benfica!» (Benfica B)

THE BALL – «At the moment no one respects Benfica!»  (Benfica B)

Henrique Araújo, forward for Benfica B, was the spokesman for the Reds’ frustration after the defeat (1-2) against Rio Ave, in Vila do Conde. The reds played from the 42nd minute, reduced to 10 minutes, due to the expulsion of central defender Pedro Álvaro, and saw Luís Freire’s team win at 90+5′. “They were two … Read more