THE BALL – Sérgio Conceição on the referee of the League Cup final: «I’m not sucking up…» (FC Porto)

THE BALL – Sérgio Conceição on the referee of the League Cup final: «I’m not sucking up…» (FC Porto)

The FC Porto coach was asked about the appointment of João Pinheiro to referee the League Cup final against Sporting, scheduled for Sunday (19.45 hours), in Leiria. “I wish you all the best and to the entire refereeing team and VAR. João Pinheiro is one of the best Portuguese referees and I’m not sucking up. … Read more

A BOLA – After the ridiculous dismissal, Pepa’s farewell message (Saudi Arabia)

A BOLA – After the ridiculous dismissal, Pepa’s farewell message (Saudi Arabia)

Pepa abandoned the technical command of Al Tai last Sunday, with the ridiculousness of having been aware of the dismissal through the announcement on the club’s Twitter. Even so, and after the Saudi club published a video of Pepa saying goodbye to the team, the Portuguese coach also released a farewell message. «It’s time to … Read more

THE BALL – «Van Gaal should never have pissed off Messi» (Argentina)

THE BALL – «Van Gaal should never have pissed off Messi» (Argentina)

Former player Juan Riquelme has claimed that former Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal should have been more careful with what he said about Lionel Messi at the World Cup before the two teams faced each other. ′′ There are things you shouldn’t do in football. You shouldn’t piss off Messi, for example. It’s better to … Read more

THE BALL – Classic Sporting-FC Porto already has a date and time (Liga)

THE BALL – Classic Sporting-FC Porto already has a date and time (Liga)

The League has just revealed the schedules for matchdays 19 to 22 of the League, with emphasis on the derby between Sporting and FC Porto, which will be played on February 12, a Sunday, at 6 pm. Here is the complete schedule of the four rounds: Day 19 Saturday, February 4th Santa Clara – Boavista, … Read more

THE BALL – Palmeiras, by Abel, returns to winning ways and Pedro Caixinha is leader (Brazil)

THE BALL – Palmeiras, by Abel, returns to winning ways and Pedro Caixinha is leader (Brazil)

Palmeiras, coached by Abel Ferreira, returned to winning ways after the 0-0 defeat by São Paulo and went to Ituano, from Série B in Brazil, to win, by 3-1, in the game of the fourth round of Paulistão. Rafael Navarro (30′), Lucas Siqueira (pb) and Bruno Tabata (82′, penalty), former Portimonense and Sporting midfielder, scored … Read more

A BOLA – Survey by Feratovic, from Estrela da Amadora (Vitória de Guimarães)

A BOLA – Survey by Feratovic, from Estrela da Amadora (Vitória de Guimarães)

The excellent season carried out so far by Estrela da Amadora in Liga 2 is valuing several of its players in the market and awakening the greed of teams in the League. BOLA learned that Paulo Lopo, president of SAD, received in the last few hours a poll from Vitória de Guimarães by center Amir … Read more

THE BALL – «Two points in two games is not enough» (Bayern Munich)

THE BALL – «Two points in two games is not enough» (Bayern Munich)

Coach Julian Nagelsmann recognizes that Bayern is not doing well, after adding the second consecutive draw in the Bundesliga, this Tuesday, against Cologne (1-1), at home, in a game of the 17th round. ′′ Our first half wasn’t good. We were better after the break and after the substitutions. Cologne played behind and that made … Read more

THE BALL – Xavi praises Raphinha: «He is being decisive» (Barcelona)

THE BALL – Xavi praises Raphinha: «He is being decisive» (Barcelona)

Xavi Hernández was full of praise for Raphinha’s performances in recent games. The Barcelona coach’s words show confidence in the Brazilian international who played for Vitória de Guimarães and Sporting, this at a time when rumors are emerging that he may leave the club. «He’s being decisive for the team, he’s scoring goals and making … Read more

THE BALL – Salvio’s girlfriend irritated with fans who asked for photos of the former Benfica player (video) (Mexico)

THE BALL – Salvio’s girlfriend irritated with fans who asked for photos of the former Benfica player (video) (Mexico)

‘Toto’ Salvio lived a ridiculous moment, starring the fans of Pumas, the Mexican club he represents, and his girlfriend. The fans wanted pictures with the former Benfica player, but Sol Rinaldi wasn’t exactly in the mood, quite the contrary. «Leave him! Let’s go! », he said, while pulling Salvio, who always remained calm during the … Read more

THE BALL – Sporting wants to «improve its image» in a new derby (Women’s Football)

THE BALL – Sporting wants to «improve its image» in a new derby (Women’s Football)

After leaving Estádio da Luz bowed to a heavy defeat (5-0), which kept him out of the Portuguese Cup, on Saturday, the 21st of the current month, in front of a record attendance in women’s football matches in our country (15,032 spectators ) Sporting proposes to correct the image, four days later, in a new … Read more