Haaland to Real Madrid: Riquelme's Big Election Promise
Enrique Riquelme’s pledge to bring Erling Haaland to Real Madrid if elected president has ignited debate: would Vinicius or Bellingham have to leave?
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Enrique Riquelme’s pledge to bring Erling Haaland to Real Madrid if elected president has ignited debate: would Vinicius or Bellingham have to leave?
Athletic Club proposed a pay cut to Yuri Berchiche, stalling renewal despite 44 appearances last term. The veteran left-back's future is in doubt.
Spain, Euro 2024 champion, starts its 2026 World Cup campaign vs Cape Verde (June 15), then Saudi Arabia (June 21), and Uruguay (June 27) in Group H.
PSG's second consecutive Champions League win under Luis Enrique suggests a dynasty, while Spain's World Cup hopes are dampened by injuries to key players.
Toni Penyafort was hospitalised after a face kick in the Segunda RFEF promotion final; opponent saw straight red and the match was halted for over 45 minutes.
Carvajal, Richarlison, and Fullkrug are among high-profile World Cup 2026 absentees left out by coaching decisions, not injuries, for top contenders.
Benjamin Mendy now earns just €11,500/month at Pogon Szczecin after his €580k Man City salary, as injuries limit his game time in Poland's Ekstraklasa.
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez insists Cristiano Ronaldo, 45 in 2030, could play a seventh World Cup, declaring 'no one should doubt' the 226-cap legend.
Raúl Albiol, 40, bids farewell to Pisa after eight appearances and is now considering either continuing his playing career or starting as a coach.
Getafe reverses stadium renovation halt, will demolish Coliseum's main stand despite Conference League qualification, installing temporary facilities.
Basque Parliament overwhelmingly rejected a Vox proposal to host Spain's national football team in Euskadi for 2025-26 and the 2030 World Cup. Only the PP
Santi Comesaña, ex-Rayo with 200 apps, says Rayo 'better than all' opponents and deserve Conference League final vs Palace, predicts open clash
Jesús Areso's first season at Athletic Club saw fewer than 2,000 minutes and a public self-critique on Instagram after his €12M move from Osasuna. What now?
Rayo's Conference final vs Crystal Palace is Wednesday. Presa says win would be 'greater than Leicester' and dedicates it to his late father.
Argentina's Messi has hamstring inflammation—no tear—but will miss friendlies before World Cup 2026 kicks off in three weeks. Optimism but concern lingers.
Edin Terzic is ready for his Athletic presentation as the club contacts Unai Lopez (Rayo) and remains interested in Ivan Martin, with Yuri's future uncertain.
Beñat Prados returns from 8-month ACL injury, Gift eyes debut as Athletic face Real Madrid in Liga finale. Berenguer out with adductor problem.
Conmebol's plan to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams is doomed, sources say, with UEFA and other confederations strongly opposed.
Esteban Andrés Suárez, ex-Oviedo and Atlético keeper, appointed Asturian goalkeeper director, joining Javi Fuego's staff to boost regional development.
Paul Pogba opened up about his clashes with José Mourinho, issuing a stark warning to future Real Madrid players about the manager's no-nonsense approach.