1 day ago
A member of the loan ranks at La Liga champions Barcelona enjoyed something of a breakout performance in the colours of his new club this weekend.
The player in question? Ronald Araújo.
Stopper Araújo of course brought a surprise close to his Barcelona stint earlier this summer, taking his talents to Premier League heavyweights Liverpool on loan for the duration of the campaign.
The Uruguayan had since endured something of a hit-and-miss start to life at Anfield, accused of looking clumsy across a pair of appearances off the bench.
On Friday evening, though, Araújo provided a glimpse at the kind of physical dominance of which he is capable when firing on all cylinders.
#loan #liga #league #uruguayan
The player in question? Ronald Araújo.
Stopper Araújo of course brought a surprise close to his Barcelona stint earlier this summer, taking his talents to Premier League heavyweights Liverpool on loan for the duration of the campaign.
The Uruguayan had since endured something of a hit-and-miss start to life at Anfield, accused of looking clumsy across a pair of appearances off the bench.
On Friday evening, though, Araújo provided a glimpse at the kind of physical dominance of which he is capable when firing on all cylinders.
#loan #liga #league #uruguayan
10 days ago
Created in 1930 by a Uruguayan teacher, futsal has subsequently become one of the most popular participation sports in the world.
The game initially spread quickly around South America, before gaining wider popularity in countries where inclement weather conditions hindered outdoor sports.
Fast forward to today, and futsal is a global phenomenon that attracts significant interest from broadcasters, sponsors and betting companies.
Many football fans now engage in futsal betting online, with the sport's fast-paced nature making it an intriguing proposition for bettors.
With that in mind, read on as we take a closer look at futsal before ******* sing why football supporters are increasingly engaging with the sport.
#futsal #created
The game initially spread quickly around South America, before gaining wider popularity in countries where inclement weather conditions hindered outdoor sports.
Fast forward to today, and futsal is a global phenomenon that attracts significant interest from broadcasters, sponsors and betting companies.
Many football fans now engage in futsal betting online, with the sport's fast-paced nature making it an intriguing proposition for bettors.
With that in mind, read on as we take a closer look at futsal before ******* sing why football supporters are increasingly engaging with the sport.
#futsal #created
11 days ago
Liverpool have finally had clarification on the future of one of their attackers.
The Reds now have less than a week to get all of their ducks in a row before the transfer window slams shut.
Andoni Iraola has made three new additions to his squad already this summer and, while these were all positive purchases, it still doesn't none of them really scream **** le challengers.
Indeed, Ronald Araujo is the highest-profile player that has been brought in but, even the Uruguayan has some question marks hanging over him.
However, the fact that Liverpool still haven't got their squad confirmed yet with less than a week left of the window is massively concerning.
#less #andoni #iraola #indeed
The Reds now have less than a week to get all of their ducks in a row before the transfer window slams shut.
Andoni Iraola has made three new additions to his squad already this summer and, while these were all positive purchases, it still doesn't none of them really scream **** le challengers.
Indeed, Ronald Araujo is the highest-profile player that has been brought in but, even the Uruguayan has some question marks hanging over him.
However, the fact that Liverpool still haven't got their squad confirmed yet with less than a week left of the window is massively concerning.
#less #andoni #iraola #indeed
17 days ago
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 18: Bradley Barcola #12 of France reacts after the 4-6 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Sarah Stier - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Most Liverpool fans expected their club to have a big summer. This was certainly the case when Arne Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola as manager following the end of the 2025/26 season. This was predicted to be the start of a transformational period for the Anfield club. So far, though, Iraola's appointment has been a false start.
As things stand, Liverpool has made just two permanent signings this summer. One of those was a deal completed in February with Jeremy Jacquet only making the move to Merseyside once the transfer window opened. The other was for Victor Munoz, a winger most expect to be a depth option for the Reds.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola applauds the fans following the pre-season match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday August 16, 2026. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)
Ronald Araujo has joined on loan from Barcelona to give Iraola more depth in the defensive ranks. The Uruguayan fell down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and is hopeful that a switch to the Premier League will revitalise him. Araujo, however, isn't a long-term addition for the Anfield club.
#fifa #iraola #gardens #Florida
Most Liverpool fans expected their club to have a big summer. This was certainly the case when Arne Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola as manager following the end of the 2025/26 season. This was predicted to be the start of a transformational period for the Anfield club. So far, though, Iraola's appointment has been a false start.
As things stand, Liverpool has made just two permanent signings this summer. One of those was a deal completed in February with Jeremy Jacquet only making the move to Merseyside once the transfer window opened. The other was for Victor Munoz, a winger most expect to be a depth option for the Reds.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola applauds the fans following the pre-season match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday August 16, 2026. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)
Ronald Araujo has joined on loan from Barcelona to give Iraola more depth in the defensive ranks. The Uruguayan fell down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and is hopeful that a switch to the Premier League will revitalise him. Araujo, however, isn't a long-term addition for the Anfield club.
#fifa #iraola #gardens #Florida
27 days ago
Real Madrid bid goodbye to their club captain Dani Carvajal at the end of last season, with the Spaniard leaving upon the expiry of his contract.
The right-back has been a part of Los Blancos' storied history over the last decade, but injuries had mostly kept him out in recent seasons.
The club had to appoint a captain to take over the armband from Carvajal, and Federico Valverde emerged as the frontrunner for the role.
The Uruguayan midfielder has been with the club for many years now, is one of the first names on the team sheet and is a consistent performer.
Despite having an indifferent World Cup campaign with the South American nation, where he struggled to get going, Valverde was always going to be important for Real Madrid.
#club #valverde #captain #spaniard
The right-back has been a part of Los Blancos' storied history over the last decade, but injuries had mostly kept him out in recent seasons.
The club had to appoint a captain to take over the armband from Carvajal, and Federico Valverde emerged as the frontrunner for the role.
The Uruguayan midfielder has been with the club for many years now, is one of the first names on the team sheet and is a consistent performer.
Despite having an indifferent World Cup campaign with the South American nation, where he struggled to get going, Valverde was always going to be important for Real Madrid.
#club #valverde #captain #spaniard
27 days ago
Ronald Araujo is in the door at Liverpool, so onto Bradley Barcola next – or so the theory goes, except there's one problem.
On Monday evening, the Reds confirmed the arrival of the Uruguayan defender on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with the option to sign him permanently next year for £47.1m (The Athletic).
With that move completed, sporting director Richard Hughes can turn his full attention to trying to land the Paris Saint-Germain winger, who's reportedly agreed a five-year contract at Anfield. However, it isn't just the Parisians' asking price of £128m (TEAMtalk) which is acting as an impediment to that pursuit.
As neatly explained by Michael Reid (Football Data Editor with OptaJoe) on X, Araujo's arrival has taken Liverpool to the maximum permissible quota of 17 non-homegrown players for their 2026/27 Premier League squad.
Essentially, this means that if the Reds are to sign Barcola, they'd either have to sell one of those 17 players to make room for him, or omit a current player from their top-flight squad until January.
#sign #players
On Monday evening, the Reds confirmed the arrival of the Uruguayan defender on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with the option to sign him permanently next year for £47.1m (The Athletic).
With that move completed, sporting director Richard Hughes can turn his full attention to trying to land the Paris Saint-Germain winger, who's reportedly agreed a five-year contract at Anfield. However, it isn't just the Parisians' asking price of £128m (TEAMtalk) which is acting as an impediment to that pursuit.
As neatly explained by Michael Reid (Football Data Editor with OptaJoe) on X, Araujo's arrival has taken Liverpool to the maximum permissible quota of 17 non-homegrown players for their 2026/27 Premier League squad.
Essentially, this means that if the Reds are to sign Barcola, they'd either have to sell one of those 17 players to make room for him, or omit a current player from their top-flight squad until January.
#sign #players
27 days ago
Zoe Saldaña has starred in blockbusting franchises "Star Trek," "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Avatar," has won an Oscar for "Emilia Perez" and holds the crown as the actor whose films have earned the most money ever. So what comes next?
"I have a feeling that I can only watch other people's direction for so long until I kind of say: 'Give me that camera!'" Saldaña told an audience at Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland. "Because women, we all think that we're right because we are half the time. So I would like to prove myself."
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#galaxy #emilia
"I have a feeling that I can only watch other people's direction for so long until I kind of say: 'Give me that camera!'" Saldaña told an audience at Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland. "Because women, we all think that we're right because we are half the time. So I would like to prove myself."
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#galaxy #emilia
28 days ago
The shock departure of Ronald Araujo from Barcelona to Liverpool shocked the world, especially given how it was a move that appeared out of the blue.
As matters stand, the Uruguayan star has already travelled to England for his medicals with the Merseyside club willing to pay out his full salary during his loan stint.
The development thus arrives as a massive boost to Barcelona's plans, although it does leave them an option short in the department. Deco and Co. are busy scouting the market on that front.
As confirmed by MARCA in a recent report, Aymeric Laporte is an option Deco and Hansi Flick truly admire, and the club have made contact with him in the past.
Deco admires Laporte. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)
#club #ronald #Barcelona #uruguayan
As matters stand, the Uruguayan star has already travelled to England for his medicals with the Merseyside club willing to pay out his full salary during his loan stint.
The development thus arrives as a massive boost to Barcelona's plans, although it does leave them an option short in the department. Deco and Co. are busy scouting the market on that front.
As confirmed by MARCA in a recent report, Aymeric Laporte is an option Deco and Hansi Flick truly admire, and the club have made contact with him in the past.
Deco admires Laporte. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)
#club #ronald #Barcelona #uruguayan
29 days ago
Lionel Messi was missing following the death of his father as Inter Miami lost 2-1 to visiting Monterrey on Saturday in a Leagues Cup match.
Teams observed a minute of silence before the match for Jorge Messi, who died at age 68 in Argentina, where the Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi arrived on Saturday night.
"Our hearts are with our captain, Leo, and the entire Messi family," Inter Miami said in a statement.
Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul scored in the 32nd minute to give Miami a 1-0 half-time lead in the group match against the Mexican side.
Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers leveled in the 47th minute before Uruguayan striker Diego Rossi scored a 90th-minute winner.
#minute #lionel #captain #striker
Teams observed a minute of silence before the match for Jorge Messi, who died at age 68 in Argentina, where the Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi arrived on Saturday night.
"Our hearts are with our captain, Leo, and the entire Messi family," Inter Miami said in a statement.
Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul scored in the 32nd minute to give Miami a 1-0 half-time lead in the group match against the Mexican side.
Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers leveled in the 47th minute before Uruguayan striker Diego Rossi scored a 90th-minute winner.
#minute #lionel #captain #striker
29 days ago
The brass at Barcelona are considering a move for Athletic Club star Aymeric Laporte before the summer is out. This of course comes ahead of the imminent departure of Ronald Araújo from Catalunya's capital.
The situation at the heart of Hansi Flick's Blaugrana backline has taken a sudden, unexpected shift over the course of the last 24 hours.
After Premier League giants Liverpool touched base with their counterparts at the Camp Nou regarding a potential deal for the aforementioned Ronald Araújo, Deco and co. opened the door to a loan move.
The Uruguayan, as a result, is widely expected to spend the duration of the upcoming season plying his trade at Anfield.
Barcelona, all of a sudden, therefore look somewhat short on options in central defence. As things stand, Hansi Flick has Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, the oft-injured Andreas Christensen and academy graduate Álvaro Cortés at his disposal.
#Barcelona #ronald #club #aymeric
The situation at the heart of Hansi Flick's Blaugrana backline has taken a sudden, unexpected shift over the course of the last 24 hours.
After Premier League giants Liverpool touched base with their counterparts at the Camp Nou regarding a potential deal for the aforementioned Ronald Araújo, Deco and co. opened the door to a loan move.
The Uruguayan, as a result, is widely expected to spend the duration of the upcoming season plying his trade at Anfield.
Barcelona, all of a sudden, therefore look somewhat short on options in central defence. As things stand, Hansi Flick has Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, the oft-injured Andreas Christensen and academy graduate Álvaro Cortés at his disposal.
#Barcelona #ronald #club #aymeric
29 days ago
An insight into the financial details of the agreement reached between Spanish champions Barcelona and Premier League heavyweights Liverpool over Ronald Araújo has come to the fore online.
This of course comes as the defender prepares to take his talents to Merseyside for the season ahead.
Completely out of the blue, word was forthcoming on Friday evening that the Liverpool brass had found an accord with their Barcelona counterparts, over a surprise deal for Araújo.
After another challenging campaign on an individual level in 2025/26, the Uruguayan has made the call to depart Catalunya's capital on loan, through the summer of 2027.
At this point, Liverpool – on the lookout for a long-term replacement for Ibrahima Konaté – will have the option to make the signing a permanent one.
#spanish
This of course comes as the defender prepares to take his talents to Merseyside for the season ahead.
Completely out of the blue, word was forthcoming on Friday evening that the Liverpool brass had found an accord with their Barcelona counterparts, over a surprise deal for Araújo.
After another challenging campaign on an individual level in 2025/26, the Uruguayan has made the call to depart Catalunya's capital on loan, through the summer of 2027.
At this point, Liverpool – on the lookout for a long-term replacement for Ibrahima Konaté – will have the option to make the signing a permanent one.
#spanish
30 days ago
The news of Ronald Araujo's loan move from FC Barcelona to Liverpool came out of the blue.
The story broke late on Friday night, and the Uruguayan defender will not travel with Barça's squad to the pre-season triangular tournament in Udine, as he prepares to complete his move to the Premier League.
As previously reported, the agreement between Barcelona and Liverpool includes an option to buy at the end of the loan spell if the English giants are satisfied with Araujo's performances.
The value of that clause had not initially been disclosed.
However, according to Mundo Deportivo Liverpool would have to pay €55 million to make the transfer permanent.
#premier
The story broke late on Friday night, and the Uruguayan defender will not travel with Barça's squad to the pre-season triangular tournament in Udine, as he prepares to complete his move to the Premier League.
As previously reported, the agreement between Barcelona and Liverpool includes an option to buy at the end of the loan spell if the English giants are satisfied with Araujo's performances.
The value of that clause had not initially been disclosed.
However, according to Mundo Deportivo Liverpool would have to pay €55 million to make the transfer permanent.
#premier
30 days ago
Ronald Araujo's imminent loan move to Liverpool has reshaped Barcelona's transfer plans almost overnight.
The Uruguayan centre-back has reached a verbal agreement to join the Premier League side on loan for the upcoming season, with the deal also including a purchase option for the Reds.
It is an unexpected departure, and one that has prompted Deco and Barcelona's sporting department to reassess the market in search of a replacement for a position that, until now, had not been considered a priority.
With Araujo heading to Anfield, Cristian Romero has once again emerged as one of Barcelona's leading defensive targets, reports SPORT.
The Argentine international has been admired by the club for some time thanks to his aggressive defending, competitive mentality and ability to play on the front foot.
#loan #premier #deco
The Uruguayan centre-back has reached a verbal agreement to join the Premier League side on loan for the upcoming season, with the deal also including a purchase option for the Reds.
It is an unexpected departure, and one that has prompted Deco and Barcelona's sporting department to reassess the market in search of a replacement for a position that, until now, had not been considered a priority.
With Araujo heading to Anfield, Cristian Romero has once again emerged as one of Barcelona's leading defensive targets, reports SPORT.
The Argentine international has been admired by the club for some time thanks to his aggressive defending, competitive mentality and ability to play on the front foot.
#loan #premier #deco
1 month ago
Uruguayan forward Lucho Rodríguez arrived in Belo Horizonte in the early hours of Tuesday (4) to become Cruzeiro's new signing.
Loaned free of charge by Neom, from Saudi Arabia, he is undergoing medical exams this morning before officially signing a one-season loan deal.
Upon his arrival, the player spoke to the press about his physical condition. Lucho explained that he took part in an intense preseason with the Saudi club and, although he still needs match fitness, he hopes to be available to the coaching staff after the first few days of training.
The Uruguayan's debut, however, has been ruled out for this Wednesday (5), in the match against Chapecoense in the Copa do Brasil round of 16, since the registration deadline for this stage has already passed.
The first opportunity for the forward to wear the Cruzeiro shirt could come next Sunday (9), at 11 a.m., against Mirassol at Mineirão, in the 22nd round of the Brasileirão. To be legally eligible to play, Lucho's name must appear in the CBF's BID by the end of this Friday (7).
#belo
Loaned free of charge by Neom, from Saudi Arabia, he is undergoing medical exams this morning before officially signing a one-season loan deal.
Upon his arrival, the player spoke to the press about his physical condition. Lucho explained that he took part in an intense preseason with the Saudi club and, although he still needs match fitness, he hopes to be available to the coaching staff after the first few days of training.
The Uruguayan's debut, however, has been ruled out for this Wednesday (5), in the match against Chapecoense in the Copa do Brasil round of 16, since the registration deadline for this stage has already passed.
The first opportunity for the forward to wear the Cruzeiro shirt could come next Sunday (9), at 11 a.m., against Mirassol at Mineirão, in the 22nd round of the Brasileirão. To be legally eligible to play, Lucho's name must appear in the CBF's BID by the end of this Friday (7).
#belo
1 month ago
Lionel Messi returned to Major League Soccer action after World Cup duty on Saturday, coming on in the second half as his Inter Miami side drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew.
Two weeks after Argentina's loss to Spain in the World Cup final, Messi was back on the pitch, entering in the 53rd minute to the delight of fans at Miami's Nu Stadium.
But Messi could not mark his return with a goal, twice shooting wide.
Uruguayan Luis Suarez scored his seventh goal in his last four games to put Miami 1-0 up in the 16th minute.
Miami's former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro scored an own goal in the 34th minute which drew Columbus level at 1-1.
#goal #Miami
Two weeks after Argentina's loss to Spain in the World Cup final, Messi was back on the pitch, entering in the 53rd minute to the delight of fans at Miami's Nu Stadium.
But Messi could not mark his return with a goal, twice shooting wide.
Uruguayan Luis Suarez scored his seventh goal in his last four games to put Miami 1-0 up in the 16th minute.
Miami's former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro scored an own goal in the 34th minute which drew Columbus level at 1-1.
#goal #Miami
1 month ago
We have just reached half-time in Real Madrid's second pre-season match against Leganés. Real Madrid took to the field with the following line-up: Lunin, Alexander-Arnold, Huijsen, Asencio, Carreras, Camavinga, Valverde, Güler, Mastantuono, Ciria (Castilla), García. Attendance at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano was restricted to journalists and staff, with new signing Denzel Dumfries amongst the few spectators.
After a slow start to proceedings, with Madrid maintaining possession at almost walking-speed – we ended up seeing a good amount of action. Arda Güler linked up with Fede Valverde for the first chance of the game, but the Uruguayan could not get his toe to the delicate pass. The same combination would later open the scoring, this time with a combination along the floor allowing Fede to poke the ball home. Madrid would make it two straight after a drinks break, when a trademark Trent Alexander-Arnold pass found Gonzalo García who **** ed the ball over the keeper to score. Trent was deployed very high up the pitch, and was a standout alongside Arda.
Leganés did pull a goal back with an unstoppable effort that left Andriy Lunin and his defence mesmerised. A great first-half test against a strong second division side – with the score currently reading 2-1 to the hosts ahead of the second period. Changes are expected at the break. Check out our socials for coverage for the remainder of the game.
#second #alexander #arda
After a slow start to proceedings, with Madrid maintaining possession at almost walking-speed – we ended up seeing a good amount of action. Arda Güler linked up with Fede Valverde for the first chance of the game, but the Uruguayan could not get his toe to the delicate pass. The same combination would later open the scoring, this time with a combination along the floor allowing Fede to poke the ball home. Madrid would make it two straight after a drinks break, when a trademark Trent Alexander-Arnold pass found Gonzalo García who **** ed the ball over the keeper to score. Trent was deployed very high up the pitch, and was a standout alongside Arda.
Leganés did pull a goal back with an unstoppable effort that left Andriy Lunin and his defence mesmerised. A great first-half test against a strong second division side – with the score currently reading 2-1 to the hosts ahead of the second period. Changes are expected at the break. Check out our socials for coverage for the remainder of the game.
#second #alexander #arda
2 months ago
Federico Valverde is set to become one of the most influential figures in Jose Mourinho’s new-look Real Madrid, with the Portuguese coach viewing the Uruguayan midfielder as the perfect captain to lead his project both on and off the pitch.
According to Thomas Martin of El Debate, Mourinho believes Valverde embodies everything he expects from a Real Madrid player.
His intensity, leadership, work ethic and relentless competitiveness have convinced the manager that the midfielder is the ideal link between the coaching staff and the dressing room.
Mourinho sees Federico Valverde as far more than just another starter in his midfield.
The Real Madrid manager believes the Uruguay international perfectly represents the mentality he wants throughout the squad.
#mourinho #jose #portuguese
According to Thomas Martin of El Debate, Mourinho believes Valverde embodies everything he expects from a Real Madrid player.
His intensity, leadership, work ethic and relentless competitiveness have convinced the manager that the midfielder is the ideal link between the coaching staff and the dressing room.
Mourinho sees Federico Valverde as far more than just another starter in his midfield.
The Real Madrid manager believes the Uruguay international perfectly represents the mentality he wants throughout the squad.
#mourinho #jose #portuguese
2 months ago
Luis Suarez scored twice and Preston Plambeck grabbed a late winner as Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, beat Chicago Fire 3-2 on Wednesday to spoil Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut.
Uruguayan veteran Suarez captained Miami with Messi and fellow Argentine Rodrigo de Paul missing four days after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.
The 37-year-old Poland striker Lewandowski was making his MLS debut having signed from Barcelona after they were crowned Spanish champions.
Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country, started for Chicago and played 63 minutes.
But it was 20-year-old Plambeck, a product of Miami's youth system, who emerged as the unlikely hero, coming off the bench to score the 87th-minute winner.
#Miami #messi #luis
Uruguayan veteran Suarez captained Miami with Messi and fellow Argentine Rodrigo de Paul missing four days after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.
The 37-year-old Poland striker Lewandowski was making his MLS debut having signed from Barcelona after they were crowned Spanish champions.
Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country, started for Chicago and played 63 minutes.
But it was 20-year-old Plambeck, a product of Miami's youth system, who emerged as the unlikely hero, coming off the bench to score the 87th-minute winner.
#Miami #messi #luis
2 months ago
Federico Valverde has officially returned to Real Madrid’s pre-season preparations after enjoying 24 days of vacation, becoming the latest World Cup international to rejoin José Mourinho’s squad.
Following Arda Guler, who reported back on Monday, the Uruguayan midfielder is the second returning international to resume training at Valdebebas.
Valverde began the day by completing his routine medical examinations, receiving clearance before taking part in his first training session under Mourinho.
His return increases the number of available first-team players to ten, although the squad continues to rely heavily on academy players while the remaining internationals complete their holidays.
Uruguay’s disappointing World Cup campaign ended in the group stage after draws against Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia, along with a defeat to Spain.
#mourinho #first #federico #real
Following Arda Guler, who reported back on Monday, the Uruguayan midfielder is the second returning international to resume training at Valdebebas.
Valverde began the day by completing his routine medical examinations, receiving clearance before taking part in his first training session under Mourinho.
His return increases the number of available first-team players to ten, although the squad continues to rely heavily on academy players while the remaining internationals complete their holidays.
Uruguay’s disappointing World Cup campaign ended in the group stage after draws against Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia, along with a defeat to Spain.
#mourinho #first #federico #real
2 months ago
It’s a particularly cruel way to make a departure official.
After recently terminating the contract of their Brazilian center-back Léo Coelho, Amazonas FC went even further by posting an Instagram video compiling his biggest blunders, positioning errors, and own goals.
It was a deliberate act of pettiness from the Brazilian third-division club (Brasileiro Série C), in response to the labor claim filed by Coelho, who is demanding nearly 8 million reais (around 1.3 million euros) for unpaid wages and other contractual breaches.
The 33-year-old defender had arrived in the Amazon region last August with the status of an experienced player after spells with Uruguayan giants Nacional and Peñarol. But things quickly turned sour.
While some praised the originality of the move, others saw it as a blatant lack of respect.
After recently terminating the contract of their Brazilian center-back Léo Coelho, Amazonas FC went even further by posting an Instagram video compiling his biggest blunders, positioning errors, and own goals.
It was a deliberate act of pettiness from the Brazilian third-division club (Brasileiro Série C), in response to the labor claim filed by Coelho, who is demanding nearly 8 million reais (around 1.3 million euros) for unpaid wages and other contractual breaches.
The 33-year-old defender had arrived in the Amazon region last August with the status of an experienced player after spells with Uruguayan giants Nacional and Peñarol. But things quickly turned sour.
While some praised the originality of the move, others saw it as a blatant lack of respect.
2 months ago
Uruguay have turned to one of their greatest-ever footballers to lead the national team into a new era.
The Uruguayan Football **** ociation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso confirmed Diego Forlan will be appointed as interim head coach following Marcelo Bielsa's departure.
The former Atletico Madrid and Villarreal forward will take charge of La Celeste until March 2027, with the federation set to review his position thereafter.
Forlan's appointment comes after Bielsa stepped down following Uruguay's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.
Despite arriving at the tournament with high expectations, Uruguay suffered a group-stage exit after collecting just two points from their matches against Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
The Uruguayan Football **** ociation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso confirmed Diego Forlan will be appointed as interim head coach following Marcelo Bielsa's departure.
The former Atletico Madrid and Villarreal forward will take charge of La Celeste until March 2027, with the federation set to review his position thereafter.
Forlan's appointment comes after Bielsa stepped down following Uruguay's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.
Despite arriving at the tournament with high expectations, Uruguay suffered a group-stage exit after collecting just two points from their matches against Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
2 months ago
Thanks to Jude Bellingham's two goals against Norway on Saturday night, Real Madrid has made World Cup history! Yes, yes, you read that right...
The Madrid club became the highest-scoring club in World Cup history in a single edition, with 19 goals scored by its players during this 2026 edition.
8 goals for Mbappé, 6 for Bellingham, 4 for Vinicius and 1 for Arda Güler.
Asked about the identity of Marcelo Bielsa's successor, Uruguayan Football Federation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso explained on Tuesday that he had chosen Diego Forlán to take the job at least until March 2027.
Sixteen years after his iconic World Cup in South Africa, the former striker is now the head coach of his nation!
The Madrid club became the highest-scoring club in World Cup history in a single edition, with 19 goals scored by its players during this 2026 edition.
8 goals for Mbappé, 6 for Bellingham, 4 for Vinicius and 1 for Arda Güler.
Asked about the identity of Marcelo Bielsa's successor, Uruguayan Football Federation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso explained on Tuesday that he had chosen Diego Forlán to take the job at least until March 2027.
Sixteen years after his iconic World Cup in South Africa, the former striker is now the head coach of his nation!
2 months ago
Amazonas FC "broke new ground" by officially announcing the termination of center-back Léo Coelho's contract after he had taken the club to court.
In addition to the statement announcing the end of the deal, the current 14th-placed team in Série C posted a video featuring the 33-year-old defender's "worst moments."
There are five clips in which Léo Coelho ends up "helping out" during opponents' attacks.
The player is seeking around R$ 8 million from the Manaus-based club over unpaid wages.
After spells with Uruguayan giants Nacional and Peñarol, he joined Amazonas in August last year.
In addition to the statement announcing the end of the deal, the current 14th-placed team in Série C posted a video featuring the 33-year-old defender's "worst moments."
There are five clips in which Léo Coelho ends up "helping out" during opponents' attacks.
The player is seeking around R$ 8 million from the Manaus-based club over unpaid wages.
After spells with Uruguayan giants Nacional and Peñarol, he joined Amazonas in August last year.
2 months ago
Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has his eyes on several of his former stars.
Initially, it came to light that the new AC Milan manager had set his sights on reuniting with defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
Having worked with the Uruguayan both at United and Sporting CP, a move made sense, with INEOS also open to the arrangement for the right fee.
However, an injury sustained during the World Cup put paid to those hopes, and for now, the Uruguay international remains in Manchester.
Then, Amorim targeted Amad, one of the few players who excelled under him during his ill-fated Old Trafford tenure.
Initially, it came to light that the new AC Milan manager had set his sights on reuniting with defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
Having worked with the Uruguayan both at United and Sporting CP, a move made sense, with INEOS also open to the arrangement for the right fee.
However, an injury sustained during the World Cup put paid to those hopes, and for now, the Uruguay international remains in Manchester.
Then, Amorim targeted Amad, one of the few players who excelled under him during his ill-fated Old Trafford tenure.
2 months ago
Real Madrid's midfield has been the subject of growing speculation throughout the summer, but one question now appears to have a definitive answer.
Federico Valverde will not be leaving the Santiago Bernabeu, with Jose Mourinho making it clear that the Uruguayan remains a central figure in his plans for the new season.
According to transfer market specialist Fabrizio Romano, there is no possibility of Valverde departing this summer despite recent reports linking him with a potential exit.
The decision comes at a time when Real Madrid are **** sing their squad in an effort to create room for further arrivals, particularly after strengthening several areas of the team.
With Aurelien Tchouameni recently committing his future to the club through a contract extension and Vinicius Jr.'s renewal also progressing, Mourinho has become increasingly influential in shaping the club's long-term project.
Federico Valverde will not be leaving the Santiago Bernabeu, with Jose Mourinho making it clear that the Uruguayan remains a central figure in his plans for the new season.
According to transfer market specialist Fabrizio Romano, there is no possibility of Valverde departing this summer despite recent reports linking him with a potential exit.
The decision comes at a time when Real Madrid are **** sing their squad in an effort to create room for further arrivals, particularly after strengthening several areas of the team.
With Aurelien Tchouameni recently committing his future to the club through a contract extension and Vinicius Jr.'s renewal also progressing, Mourinho has become increasingly influential in shaping the club's long-term project.
2 months ago
FC Barcelona have officially confirmed that Patricio Pacifico will remain at Barça Atlètic until the end of the 2026/27 season after reaching an agreement with Defensor Sporting over a fresh loan deal.
The latest Barcelona news sees the Catalan club continue to back one of their promising young defenders despite his long-term injury setback.
The Blaugrana confirms that the Patricio Pacifico loan extension also keeps the purchase option agreed in the original deal intact.
That means Barcelona will still have the opportunity to sign the Uruguayan defender permanently once the loan comes to an end.
The decision arrives at a time when Barcelona are planning the future of several young players, and Pacifico remains in those plans despite spending recent months on the sidelines.
The latest Barcelona news sees the Catalan club continue to back one of their promising young defenders despite his long-term injury setback.
The Blaugrana confirms that the Patricio Pacifico loan extension also keeps the purchase option agreed in the original deal intact.
That means Barcelona will still have the opportunity to sign the Uruguayan defender permanently once the loan comes to an end.
The decision arrives at a time when Barcelona are planning the future of several young players, and Pacifico remains in those plans despite spending recent months on the sidelines.
2 months ago
Jose Mourinho is eagerly awaiting the return of all of his Real Madrid players for pre-season. But, according to MARCA, there is one player in particular he is especially keen to see: Federico Valverde.
The Portuguese coach has decided to personally handle a situation that has become a growing concern within the club. Even after the World Cup, the tension surrounding the midfielder has not disappeared.
Real Madrid had hoped that Valverde's time away from Valdebebas following a difficult season, one that culminated with the incident involving Aurelien Tchouameni, would allow emotions to cool.
Instead, the Uruguayan became embroiled in further controversy during the World Cup with his national team, meaning the scrutiny surrounding him has continued throughout what has arguably been the most difficult campaign of his career.
Since June 27, when Uruguay were eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Spain in the group stage, Valverde has been on vacation. The break has provided an opportunity to disconnect and recharge before returning to Madrid.
The Portuguese coach has decided to personally handle a situation that has become a growing concern within the club. Even after the World Cup, the tension surrounding the midfielder has not disappeared.
Real Madrid had hoped that Valverde's time away from Valdebebas following a difficult season, one that culminated with the incident involving Aurelien Tchouameni, would allow emotions to cool.
Instead, the Uruguayan became embroiled in further controversy during the World Cup with his national team, meaning the scrutiny surrounding him has continued throughout what has arguably been the most difficult campaign of his career.
Since June 27, when Uruguay were eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Spain in the group stage, Valverde has been on vacation. The break has provided an opportunity to disconnect and recharge before returning to Madrid.
2 months ago
The situation at River Plate is becoming increasingly complicated under Eduardo Coudet's management. In the last few hours, it was confirmed that Uruguayan Matías Viña and youngster Alex Woiski have been dropped from the first-team squad, joining the large group of players training separately at the Cantilo training ground.
With these two new absences, "Chacho" Coudet is reinforcing his strict squad overhaul. Viña and Woiski were added to a list of sidelined players that already included big names and young prospects from the club:
Youngsters: Ian Subiabre and Santiago Lencina.
Signings and senior figures: Giuliano Galoppo, Maxi Salas, Fabricio Bustos, and veteran defender Germán Pezzella.
The club's management is working against the clock to find them a way out through loans or permanent transfers before the transfer window closes.
With these two new absences, "Chacho" Coudet is reinforcing his strict squad overhaul. Viña and Woiski were added to a list of sidelined players that already included big names and young prospects from the club:
Youngsters: Ian Subiabre and Santiago Lencina.
Signings and senior figures: Giuliano Galoppo, Maxi Salas, Fabricio Bustos, and veteran defender Germán Pezzella.
The club's management is working against the clock to find them a way out through loans or permanent transfers before the transfer window closes.
2 months ago
The past year has been a difficult one for Barcelona defender and second-captain Ronald Araujo.
The Uruguayan international battled mental health issues, lost his place in the team and barely featured under Hansi Flick during the course of the campaign.
The FIFA World Cup also did not unfold as he had hoped. A muscle injury prevented the Uruguayan defender from featuring in any of his country’s three matches.
Araujo believed he would at least be fit in time to face Spain, but ultimately he was unable to recover before Uruguay’s elimination.
Now, according to MARCA, despite the speculation surrounding his future throughout the summer, Araujo has never seriously considered leaving Barcelona.
The Uruguayan international battled mental health issues, lost his place in the team and barely featured under Hansi Flick during the course of the campaign.
The FIFA World Cup also did not unfold as he had hoped. A muscle injury prevented the Uruguayan defender from featuring in any of his country’s three matches.
Araujo believed he would at least be fit in time to face Spain, but ultimately he was unable to recover before Uruguay’s elimination.
Now, according to MARCA, despite the speculation surrounding his future throughout the summer, Araujo has never seriously considered leaving Barcelona.
2 months ago
One of the players in the Real Madrid dressing room whose image took the greatest hit last season was Federico Valverde, and not without reason.
The Uruguayan star, after all, was first involved in a feud with the manager and refused to play at right-back despite the team's needs.
Then, he engaged in an unnecessary fight with Aurelien Tchouameni in the dressing room. While he did come out the more injured in the duel, he was the initiator of the fight according to multiple sources.
As reported by Miguel Serrano (h/t Defensa Central) in a recent update, Federico Valverde is no longer considered untransferable by Real Madrid. The club are in need of funds, and they see great value and potential in the captain's departure.
No longer indispensable? (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
The Uruguayan star, after all, was first involved in a feud with the manager and refused to play at right-back despite the team's needs.
Then, he engaged in an unnecessary fight with Aurelien Tchouameni in the dressing room. While he did come out the more injured in the duel, he was the initiator of the fight according to multiple sources.
As reported by Miguel Serrano (h/t Defensa Central) in a recent update, Federico Valverde is no longer considered untransferable by Real Madrid. The club are in need of funds, and they see great value and potential in the captain's departure.
No longer indispensable? (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
