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Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersIn this episode, we explore the remarkable life of Alfredo Di Stéfano, the man who transformed Real Madrid into the dominant force of European football. From his early days in Buenos Aires to starring in Colombia with Millonarios, Di Stéfano's path to greatness was anything but simple. In one of football's most controversial transfer sagas, he came within touching distance of joining FC Barcelona before political drama intervened. We unpack the chaos, the rivalry it ignited, and how Di Stéfano went on to lead Madrid to five straight European Cup triumphs.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
En una entrevista para con Imanol Corcostegui, responsable de L'Équipe Explore, en El Deportivo de RFI descubrimos los detalles detrás del documental que rinde homenaje a Raynald Denoueix, el técnico que casi tumba a los "Galácticos" y cuya filosofía sigue viva en el ADN del fútbol moderno. El fútbol suele recordar a los que gritan más fuerte, a los que levantan más trofeos o a los que protagonizan las portadas más extravagantes. Sin embargo, existe una estirpe de entrenadores que prefieren el segundo plano, la discreción y el culto al pase. Raynald Denoueix es, sin duda, el máximo exponente de esta filosofía. Este 9 de marzo la plataforma francesa L'Équipe Explore estrena un documental que rescata la figura del técnico francés. Para profundizar en esta producción, hablamos con Imanol Corcostegui, responsable de la plataforma, quien nos desveló por qué un personaje tan alérgico a los focos merece ser redescubierto por las nuevas generaciones. El hombre que desafió a los Galácticos Para muchos aficionados en España, el nombre de Denoueix está ligado a la mágica temporada 2002-2003 de la Real Sociedad. En un año donde el Real Madrid presumía de figuras como Zidane, Ronaldo y Figo, un equipo humilde de San Sebastián, país vasco español, estuvo a solo noventa minutos de arrebatarles la gloria. "Esa Real Sociedad casi consiguió ganar el título; se jugó en la última jornada", recuerda Corcostegui. Pero más allá del resultado, el impacto de Denoueix fue cultural. En una época donde el fútbol español aún no alcanzaba los niveles de rigor actuales, el francés llevó la disciplina y la metodología de la cantera del Nantes (la famosa Jeu à la nantaise). Uno de los testimonios más potentes del documental es el de Xabi Alonso. El exfutbolista y entrenador español, poco dado a las entrevistas, no dudó en participar para honrar a quien considera su "primer maestro". "Xabi Alonso solo tenía 20 años cuando llegó Denoueix. Para él, Raynald es su profesor de fútbol", explica Corcostegui. Alonso llega a confesar en el documental que ganar esa liga con la Real Sociedad habría tenido un valor sentimental superior, incluso, a la de ganar una Copa del Mundo. Recordemos que la conquistó con la Selección Española en Sudáfrica 2010. Una herencia que vive en Barcelona ¿Dónde reside hoy el legado de Denoueix? Según Corcostegui, aunque el fútbol ha evolucionado hacia una mayor verticalidad y potencia física, la esencia de la inteligencia de juego y el colectivo sigue teniendo un hogar claro: el FC Barcelona. "El lugar en el mundo donde este patrimonio de juego es más presente ahora es en Barcelona", afirma. La conexión técnica entre lo que Denoueix construyó en Nantes y la filosofía de "La Masía" es innegable: el arte del pase como herramienta para entenderse entre seres humanos.
Alex is joined again by Martin Benes for a wide-ranging conversation that jumps from the absurd pride people take in waking up at 5 a.m. to the constant debate between training hard and actually taking rest days. They dig into politics with a discussion of Kash Patel and zoom out to critique how events like the Olympics and FIFA have become battlegrounds in today's increasingly ridiculous culture war. Along the way, they call out the performative outrage on all sides—and, of course, settle nothing in the eternal Messi vs. Ronaldo debate.
Host Tye Morgan examines Cristiano Ronaldo's recent hamstring tendon injury sustained during Al Nassr's February 28, 2026 match against Al Fayha, exploring what the 2-4 week recovery timeline means for the 41-year-old legend who's scored 21 league goals this season and is chasing an unprecedented sixth World Cup appearance in June 2026. The episode covers reports surrounding his recovery in Madrid, addresses viral speculation about his departure from Saudi Arabia, and contextualizes this setback within Ronaldo's historic pursuit of 1,000 career goals. With expert medical analysis and quotes from coach Jorge Jesus, Morgan breaks down why this injury isn't expected to derail Ronaldo's World Cup dreams or his remarkable late-career achievements.Loved this episode? Discover more original shows from the Quiet Please Network at QuietPlease.ai, explore our curated favorites here amzn.to/42YoQGI, and catch just a slice of our AI hosts in action on Instagram at instagram.com/claredelish and YouTube at youtube.com/@DIYHOMEGARDENTVThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Johan Derksen, Wilfred Genee, René van der Gijp en Wouter de Winther bespreken in razendsnel tempo de actualiteit: Gronings gas, Trump over Messi en Ronaldo en conflict Markuszower en Wilders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Welcome back to a huge episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE.Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by former Spurs, Real Madrid and Wales star Gareth Bale for a fascinating look back at his incredible career.We dive into the reality of playing for Real Madrid, the pressure that comes with the badge and what it was really like sharing a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo & Co. under Zinedine Zidane. And yes, the golf debate makes an appearance too.Bale also reflects on his rise to superstardom at Tottenham, revealing that a move to Manchester United was on the table not once, but twice.From Champions League glory to leading Wales on the international stage, he opens up on the highs, the scrutiny and life after football, including his spell in MLS and what keeps him busy now.Who is the greatest Welsh footballer of all time? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.This episode is sponsored by Huel.Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day's full-on, you need fuel that's fast and actually good for you.Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds.
Chaque jeudi dans LeDriveRTL2, Margaux Lassalle poursuit le Rock Trip RTL2 et met le cap sur le Brésil. Plus grand pays d'Amérique du Sud et cinquième plus vaste du monde, ce géant abrite l'Amazonie et vibre au rythme du football, avec des légendes comme Pelé, Ronaldo et Neymar. L'animatrice évoque aussi une culture festive où la musique occupe une place centrale, de la samba à la bossa nova popularisée notamment par João Gilberto. Elle fait ensuite un point sur l'actualité musicale avec le titre le plus écouté du moment au Brésil : "JETSKI" de Pedro Sampaio avec MC Meno K et Melody. Margaux Lassalle revient ensuite sur la richesse de la scène rock brésilienne, en passant par le mouvement Tropicália et le groupe Os Mutantes, avant d'évoquer Legião Urbana, formation culte des années 80 portée par Renato Russo, et les pionniers du metal brésilien Sepultura. Le voyage se conclut avec Lô Borges et leur titre : "Trem de Doido". Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Attaquant star de l'équipe nationale haïtienne de football, et joueur de l'Esteghlal FC en Iran, Duckens Nazon est l'invité de RFI. Il raconte comment il a dû quitter la République islamique après le déclenchement du conflit, et comment il aborde la Coupe du monde à venir. Les Haïtiens attendaient ça depuis plus de 50 ans : la qualification des Grenadiers à la Coupe du monde. La compétition se déroulera aux États-Unis, au Mexique et au Canada. Les joueurs haïtiens disputeront leur premier match le 14 juin 2026 contre l'Écosse. Il y a encore cinq jours, Duckens Nazon se trouvait en Iran, où il joue pour l'Esteghlal FC. Il devait quitter le pays, mais son vol a été annulé au dernier moment à cause des frappes israéliennes et états-uniennes. Il est finalement parvenu à quitter le pays en passant par l'Azerbaïdjan. « On a dû remuer ciel et terre pour trouver le contact de l'ambassadrice de France en Azerbaïdjan pour pouvoir passer. J'ai attendu plus de trente heures à la frontière pour obtenir un laissez-passer », raconte Duckens Nazon. Le joueur espère désormais trouver un nouveau club rapidement, afin de se préparer au Mondial dans les meilleures conditions. « Cette mésaventure a réveillé quelque chose en moi. Je ressens la même détermination que celle que j'avais pour aider mon pays à se qualifier. » Deux matchs de préparation, contre la Tunisie et l'Islande, sont prévus en mars. Duckens Nazon regrette qu'aucun match de qualification ait pu être disputé en Haïti. « Je suis allé là-bas, j'ai vu la réalité des choses. Il faut s'accrocher. Mais c'est une motivation supplémentaire. Lorsque vous mettez les pieds en Haïti, c'est simple : soit vous n'êtes pas fort mentalement et ça vous détruit, soit vous êtes fort et ça vous pousse à rendre la population fière. » Remaniement ministériel en Haïti En Haïti, le gouvernement vient de procéder à un remaniement, que détaille le site Alterpresse : onze nouveaux ministres et deux secrétaires d'État, six ministres reconduits. En tout, donc, quatorze hommes, cinq femmes. Et trois priorités : la sécurité, le redressement économique et social, et l'organisation d'élections libres et inclusives. Le Nouvelliste s'interroge : que faut-il attendre de ce nouveau gouvernement ? Pour son rédacteur en chef Frantz Duval, la réponse pourrait tenir en deux mots : des miracles. Dans cette nouvelle équipe, écrit-il, « pas de Messi ou de Ronaldo », « pas de figures emblématiques, de personnalités marquantes ». « La nation, poursuit Frantz Duval, va une nouvelle fois devoir faire confiance à des jeunes premiers de l'action gouvernementale. D'eux aussi, on attend des miracles ou, à défaut, le minimum de catastrophes et de scandales. » Aux États-Unis, le coup d'envoi pour les élections de mi-mandat vient d'être lancé avec des primaires au Texas et en Caroline du Nord. Et déjà un candidat connu au Texas : le jeune démocrate James Talarico qui l'a emporté avec 53% des voix. Côté républicain, cela va se jouer entre le sénateur sortant John Cornyn et le très trumpiste procureur général Ken Paxton. Verdict le 26 mai 2026. D'ici là, la bataille s'annonce féroce. Politico relève que Cornyn et ses équipes ont déjà dépensé plus de 100 millions de dollars pour vaincre Paxton, en mettant l'accent sur son récent divorce, des accusations d'infidélité, et la destitution, notamment pour corruption, à laquelle il a échappé il y a deux ans. Pour l'instant, Donald Trump ne s'est pas positionné. Un conflit et des critiques Toujours aux États-Unis, quatre des six soldats tués dans le conflit avec l'Iran ont été identifiés. Leurs visages s'affichent sur le site du New York Times. Trois hommes, une femme. Tous étaient réservistes. Le plus jeune avait 20 ans. Ils ont été tués dimanche lors d'une attaque de drone contre le port de Shuaiba, au Koweït. Dans cette guerre qui a déjà fait des centaines de victimes, « leur mort est un détail qui donne à réfléchir », écrit le quotidien new-yorkais. The Nation, de son côté, se demande : « Pourquoi les démocrates ne peuvent-ils simplement pas dire "pas de guerre en Iran" ? » « La réponse des démocrates à ce qui pourrait bien être la plus grande catastrophe géopolitique du XXIè siècle se résume à des atermoiements, au silence et à une opposition feinte et endormie », dénonce The Nation, qui rappelle que l'opinion publique est pourtant largement opposée à l'opération Fureur épique. Côté démocrate, ils sont seulement 7% à y être favorables. Rendez-vous compte : c'est trois points de moins que ceux qui pensent que Joe Biden a volé la présidentielle à Donald Trump en 2020. Au Canada, enfin, Le Devoir ne mâche pas non plus ses critiques. Les siennes visent le Premier ministre Mark Carney qui, dans les premières heures du conflit, a soutenu l'opération israélo-étatsunienne. Il a depuis fait machine arrière. Mais pour Le Devoir, ce soutien destiné à apaiser Donald Trump est une maladresse géopolitique. « Mark Carney aurait pu - et dû - préciser d'emblée que cet appui n'était qu'à "contrecœur" », estime le journal. Une prise de position qu'il juge décevante, mais aussi imprudente, alors que la riposte iranienne pourrait également prendre la forme de cyberattaques contre des infrastructures essentielles, et notamment canadiennes.
A Lilian achou que tinha encontrado o amor no Ronaldo. O que era cuidado virou controle. Começou com críticas, afastamento de amigos e família, dependência financeira, até o controle total. Ele monitorava o celular, o dinheiro e até as sessões de terapia. Lilian perdeu a sua identidade e entrou em depressão. Com medo, ela achou que estava doente, mas percebeu que estava aprisionada em uma relação abusiva. Ao tomar coragem de ir embora, enfrentou ameaças e saiu com só com a roupa do corpo. Agora, pela primeira vez em anos, ela se sente segura e reflete que o amor não controla, não machuca e não faz alguém deixar de ser quem é.
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Continua a sequela "fritadeira-geladeira" no momento da moeda ao ar! Jato provado de Ronaldo já está em Madrid, mas CR7 está lesionado!
Wo steckt eigentlich gerade Cristiano Ronaldo? Meldungen. und Meinungen gehen da auseinander. Matze hatte eine wilde Rückreise aus Thailand. Gut, dass er ohne große Probleme zurück nach Deutschland gekommen ist. Ein spannender Bundesliga-Spieltag steht bevor, vor allem der BVB und sein Auswärtsspiel in Köln verdient nach der bescheidenen Woche (CL-Aus und Schale weg) besondere Aufmerksamkeit. Die Aufregung um Nico Schlotterbeck hat verschiedene Gründe! Die drei Champions sagen, was Sache ist. Auch die Personalie Leon Goretzka, dem der Bundestrainer einen WM-Stammplatz in Aussicht stellte, ist hochinteressant. "Echte Champions XXL" ist eine Produktion der Podcastbande. Neue Folgen immer donnerstags - überall, wo es Podcasts gibt.
2,1 Mio für Jordans erste 1/1, Tom Brady sammelt Caitlin Clark, Messi, Ronaldo & die letzte große Bühne - außerdem die heißesten und exklusivsten News rund um das Thema Sportkarten und vieles mehr! Viel Spaß beim reinhören!
The latest conflict in the Middle East is making an impact on the global sports landscape. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
On today's episode: Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, while hundreds are reported dead in Iran. Iranian Red Crescent Society says at least 787 people in Iran killed in US-Israeli airstrikes. Jewish prayers in Israel are taking place underground for safety. Minnesota sues to block Trump administration's withholding of Medicaid funds. Savannah Guthrie returns to her mother’s home in first sighting there since disappearance. Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran. Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran. From doubts about nuke talks to an Air Force One flight, what led up to Trump's order to strike Iran. EDIT War widens as Israel and US pound Iran and Tehran and its allies hit back. Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is 'not endless' and declares, 'We fight to win'. Gulf carriers resume some flights even as US-Israel strikes and Iran retaliation fuel travel chaos. Travelers stranded as Middle East conflict spreads; governments scramble to bring citizens home. White House attributes redness on Trump's neck to skin cream but doesn't say what it's treating. Macron says France will allow temporary deployment of nuclear-armed jets to allied nations. Gunman was not on the FBI's radar before he opened fire on a crowded Texas bar, authorities say. Man who rammed car into Chabad headquarters in NYC charged with damaging religious property. FBI joins Cincinnati police search for suspect after 9 wounded in nightclub shooting. US stocks erase sharp losses, while oil prices leap on worries about Iran war. 'Sinners' takes top prize at the Actor Awards, setting up an Oscar showdown. Duke claims ACC title to headline men’s college hoops action, a two-time NBA MVP returns from a 15-game injury absence, an American Olympic hockey star reveals she was playing hurt, a two-time MLB All-Star gets Team USA’s WBC opening nod and a two-time 1,000-yard rusher is traded in the NFL. War disrupts sports with doubt over Messi's 'Finalissima,' Ronaldo games and F1 races. Judge declares a mistrial in Rashaun Jones trial over Bryan Pata’s 2006 killing. NBA player Luke Kornet calls on Hawks to cancel promotion with Magic City adult entertainment club. Pakistan says it killed 67 Afghan security force members in fifth day of fighting. Families take shelter in schools as Lebanon’s government calls Hezbollah’s strike on Israel illegal. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode takes us back to the summer of 2025, when Republic of Ireland winger Mikey Johnston nearly swapped the English midlands for... the beaches of Rio de Janeiro.Irish international players in Brazil, I think we would like the sound of that.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Arsenal take down Chelsea 2–1 — are they finally ready to win their first league title in 22 years?
Qual é o grande propósito do Mercado Livre? E como a marca consegue transformar cupons, o grande xodó do consumidor, em algo divertido? O episódio #232 do programa Mídia e Marketing recebe Iuri Maia, diretor de estratégia de marca do Mercado Livre. No papo, o executivo ainda fala sobre como colocar o entretenimento como maior território da marca, sobre a importância do tempo de entregas na hora da venda e como é comandar campanhas publicitárias com Ana Castela, Ronaldo e Neymar como estrelas.
Fabrizio Romano breaks down the latest in football news including Cristiano Ronaldo moving into club ownership with UD Almeria and more to come, Michael Carrick continues to win with Manchester United but the club is continuing its manager search, Marcus Rashford news, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cristiano Ronaldo Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey, what's up, everyone. Tyler Morgan here, your host for Biography Flash. Quick heads up—I'm an AI, which honestly is pretty cool for what we're doing. I get to dive into the archives, pull verified info from reliable sources, and deliver it to you without the bias. Think of me as your research assistant with a sports heart, you know?So let's talk about Cristiano Ronaldo, because this guy just keeps the world spinning.According to Fox Sports, CR7 recently made some serious headlines after coming back from a strike. The man sat out three games because he was frustrated with how transfer funds get distributed in Saudi Arabia. But here's the thing—he's back to doing what he does best, and he's not going anywhere. After netting a brace in a crushing four-nothing victory over Al-Hazem, Ronaldo sat down with reporters and basically put all the exit rumors to bed. He said, and I'm quoting here, "I belong to Saudi Arabia. It's a country that welcomed me and my family very well."Now, there was serious speculation floating around about him potentially heading back to Europe or even joining Lionel Messi in MLS. His contract apparently has exit clauses that can be triggered in the summer window, so people were connecting dots everywhere. But Ronaldo extended his deal through twenty twenty-seven and made it clear he's locked in on Al-Nassr's title race. The guy is chasing his third consecutive Golden Boot in Saudi Arabia and working his way toward a thousand career goals. At forty-one years old, most guys would be retired. This dude is still competing at elite levels.On the business side, World Soccer Talk reports that Ronaldo acquired a twenty-five percent stake in UD Almeria through his company, CR7 Sports Investments. That's a major move showing his influence extends way beyond the pitch.What's remarkable here is that Ronaldo's narrative at this stage of his career isn't about decline or desperation. It's about hunger. After the strike, he was reminded by governing bodies that no player, regardless of stature, is bigger than the game. And you know what? He listened. He refocused on football, which is exactly what an all-time great does.Thanks so much for tuning in, everyone. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an update on Cristiano Ronaldo and the incredible athletes shaping our world. Search "Biography Flash" for more great biographies. We'll catch you next time.And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Cristiano Ronaldo. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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La UD Almería inicia una nueva etapa con la incorporación de Cristiano Ronaldo a su accionariado. El futbolista portugués adquiere el 25% del capital del club a través de CR7 Sports Investments, filial de CR7 SA, reforzando así el proyecto impulsado por el grupo inversor saudí SMC, encabezado por Mohammed Al-Khereiji, que recientemente asumió el 100% de la propiedad tras la salida de Turki Al-Sheikh. A sus 41 años, Ronaldo amplía su presencia en la industria del fútbol trasladando su experiencia y capacidad de gestión al ámbito empresarial. El objetivo es consolidar un proyecto sostenible que permita al club regresar a Primera División y fortalecer su estructura a largo plazo. El actual contrato del jugador con el Al-Nassr, valorado en cifras récord, ha reforzado su posición financiera y estratégica, facilitando su expansión como inversor deportivo. Según estimaciones publicadas por Bloomberg, su patrimonio alcanza los 1.400 millones de dólares, lo que lo sitúa como el futbolista con mayor fortuna acumulada. En el plano deportivo, el Almería se mantiene en la zona alta de la clasificación, tercero a falta de 15 jornadas, a un punto del CD Castellón y a dos del Racing de Santander, ambos en posiciones de ascenso directo. La llegada de Ronaldo aporta proyección internacional, respaldo financiero y visibilidad a un equipo que aspira a consolidarse en la élite.
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In this episode of The Club Podcast, Buvey, Rory and Adam are joined by Flav and Miles for a full-on Premier League special. First up, we draft the best Premier League XI from 2020–2025 with strict rules, a two-player-per-club limit, and plenty of controversy, including early Haaland, a debate over Ronaldo, and some wild late panic picks.Then we break down Arsenal's emphatic North London Derby win, why it felt like the perfect response after the Wolves draw, and whether the title race is now fully alive with City closing the gap. We also dig into Chelsea's latest dropped points, their ongoing red card and game-management issues, and what that means heading into Arsenal away!
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode takes us back to when Argentina's World Cup star of 1978, Mario Kempes, nearly swapped the beaches of Valencia for the streets of North London.What would, or could, have happened if Kempes had joined his compatriots in Ossie Ardiles and Ricky Villa at Tottenham in the early part of the 1980s?Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Nước Ý chứng kiến điều thụ vị khi Úc có Thế vận hội mùa đông thành công nhất lịch sử của mình, thêm vào đó là khúc tráng ca của người Mỹ trong trận "chung kết để đời" ở môn khúc côn cầu. Trên sân cỏ Ngoại hạng Anh, Arsenal đang gồng mình khẳng định bản lĩnh ngôi vương, trong khi những tượng đài như Floyd Mayweather hay Ronaldo một lần nữa khiến cả thế giới phải ngả mũ bởi sức hút mãnh liệt.
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====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA JÓVENES 2026“DIFERENTENarrado por: Daniel RamosDesde: Connecticut, USAUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church===================|| www.drministries.org ||===================22 de FebreroGracia InclusivaTómala y vete. Quiero darle al último obrero contratado lo mismo que te di a ti (Mateo 20:14, NVI).Brasil necesitaba vencer a Turquía ese 26 de junio de 2002 para llegar a la final de la Copa del Mundo. El delantero Ronaldo ya había marcado un gol al comienzo del segundo tiempo, pero nada estaba garantizado. Después del gol brasileño, los turcos comenzaron a presionar a la defensa y casi empatan el partido.Cuando faltaban solo cinco minutos para el final del partido, el técnico "Felipão" hizo un cambio táctico. Sacó al mediocampista Kleberson y metió al lateral derecho Belletti. La idea no era reforzar la defensa, sino poner a un jugador descansado para apoyar el ataque por el lado derecho. Funcionó. Belletti intercambió pases con el delantero Denilson, y la pelota permaneció un tiempo precioso en ese sector del campo, lo que neutralizó el ataque de Turquía. A pesar de jugar solo unos pocos minutos en toda la Copa, Belletti fue importante para Brasil. Cuando la selección conquistó el título en el siguiente partido, él también levantó la copa.En una competencia colectiva como el fútbol, no importa si juegas mucho o poco, si eres titular o reserva. Si el equipo gana el campeonato, todos ganan. En la Copa de 2002, el arquero brasileño Rogério Ceni ni siquiera jugó, pero también se lo considera pentacampeón mundial.El versículo de hoy se extrae de la parábola de los trabajadores de la viña, la historia de un hombre que contrató personas para trabajar en su plantación. Lo interesante es que este hombre, que representa a Dios, contrató trabajadores a diferentes horas a lo largo del día (9, 12, 15 y 17). Evidentemente, al final de la jornada, algunos "sudaron la camiseta" más que otros. Sin embargo, todos fueron recompensados con el mismo salario, lo que generó insatisfacción entre aquellos que habían trabajado más tiempo.El hecho de que el patrón eliminara los privilegios y diera el mismo salario a todos indica que la gracia de Dios es inclusiva y abraza indistintamente a aquellos que aceptan su invitación. No importa la etnia ni la condición social, si se lleva décadas en la iglesia o si se es nuevo en la fe, todos pueden ser salvos si así lo desean. Aunque injusta a los ojos humanos, la gracia de Dios tiene la capacidad de otorgar el trofeo de la salvación tanto a los "goleadores" como a aquellos que están en el banco. ¿Ya eres parte del equipo ganador?
Cristiano Ronaldo Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey everyone, Tye Morgan here for Biography Flash. Quick thing before we dive in—I'm an AI host, which honestly works perfect for this gig because I can scour the internet at lightning speed and bring you the freshest Ronaldo updates without the bias. No ego, just facts and heart. Let's go.So this week has been absolutely wild for CR7, and I mean that in the best way possible. Yesterday, February twentieth, Cristiano dropped some massive news on Instagram that sent shockwaves through the business world. He invested seven point five million dollars for a ten percent ownership stake in HBL Pro2col Software, which is a Herbalife subsidiary that creates personalized wellness plans using your daily habits and nutrition tracking. Now here's the thing—Ronaldo's been a paid Herbalife spokesperson since two thousand thirteen, but this is his first actual equity stake in the company. He called it a new chapter, and the market responded immediately. Herbalife stock jumped over fifteen percent after the announcement. That's not just celebrity endorsement anymore—that's real money, real belief in the product.According to Herbalife's official statement, Ronaldo said investing in Pro2col felt like a natural evolution, that this platform could fundamentally change how people engage with their health and wellness. Coming from a forty-one-year-old athlete still chasing a thousand career goals, that carries weight.Speaking of his playing career, recent reports indicate Ronaldo has reached nine hundred sixty-two official career goals as of February fourteenth against Al-Fateh SC. We're talking about a living legend who's basically redefining what's possible at his age. The dude just missed some games at Al-Nassr due to what was described as a management dispute over transfer restrictions, but he's back in the squad now and facing pressure from Ivan Toney in the Golden Boot race.On the international stage, ESPN confirms that Ronaldo will lead Portugal's full-strength squad to Mexico on March twenty-eighth for World Cup prep matches. At forty-one, he's about to become the first player in history to compete in six World Cups. That's not just a number—that's immortality.Thanks so much for tuning in to Biography Flash. Make sure you subscribe and search Biography Flash for more incredible stories like this. We'll catch you next time.And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Cristiano Ronaldo. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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Luís Figo is a footballing icon. One of the greatest players of his generation, a Ballon d'Or winner and the subject of one of the most controversial and talked about transfers of all time. Here, the Portuguese sits down with John and Chris at the Melia Desert Palm in Dubai to reflect on his illustrious career, and set the record straight once and for all. So what does he REALLY think of Cristiano Ronaldo and his place among the game's pantheon? And what of his bid to one day become UEFA president? Luís also takes us into the inner workings of his transfer from Barcelona to Real Madrid in 2000, a move that shocked the world. What was the catalyst, how did his family deal with the fallout and most pressing of all: does he have any regrets? Figo also talks us into the inner sanctum of Real's Galacticos, picks the team's best player and reveals just how close he came to a move to the English Premier League. Luís Figo was speaking to the Obi One Podcast to celebrate La Liga's partnership with Meliá Hotels International in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Cristiano Ronaldo motivational, we dive deep into the unstoppable CR7 mentality — the mindset that made Cristiano one of the greatest athletes in the history of sports. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, student, or someone chasing personal excellence, this CR7 motivation will ignite something inside you.From the streets of Madeira to the biggest stages in world football, Cristiano Ronaldo's journey is a masterclass in resilience, discipline, and belief. This Cristiano Ronaldo motivational speech isn't just about football — it's about life. It's about pushing past your limits when no one believes in you. It's about showing up, even when the odds are against you.In this video, you'll hear excerpts and edits inspired by CR7 speeches, interviews, and moments of greatness. This isn't just another motivational video — it's a CR7 inspirational video built to help you lock in, focus, and become who you were meant to be.You'll experience the essence of a true warrior through every scene of this Ronaldo motivation video. Let the words and images fuel your ambition. Use it as a reminder that Ronaldo's motivation didn't come from comfort — it came from the relentless pursuit of greatness.
Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the UFC BJJ 5 and ADCC European and African Trials 2026. We kick off the show talking about Gordon Ryans official retirement.After that we move into the recap section of the show talking about UFC BJJ 5 headlined by Mikey Musumeci vs Shay Montague for the Bantamweight title. We talked about Shay tearing something in his upper leg and announcing it to his corner at the end of the first round, then we discussed the passing from Mikey in the second round and the heel hook submission that allowed Mikey to retain his title. In the middleweight title match, we talked about Ronaldo Souza Junior vs Tarik Hopstock with Ronaldo, retaining his title through top pressure. In Nicholas Meregali vs Nicholas Maglicic we talked about Meregali returning to competition after 17-months off due to injury and how we were able to see flashes of the old game while seemingly dealing with some rust. We also discussed that this was most likely. Meregali first match with a three round timer and likely his first match in a pit or bowl.In Andy Murasaki vs Andy Varela we talked about Varela's slower pace, and how potentially this has changed in his recent matches and then we discussed the fantastic armbar from guard from Murasaki. In Landon Elmore vs Rerisson Gabriel we discussed the early leg locks and how Gabriel was able to defend them; then in the following two rounds was able to impose a top pressure game with a guillotine counter in the third to take the match via decision.In Taylor Hishaw vs Rebeca Lima Mona we talked about the Estima lock finish from Lima.In Jalen Fonacier vs Carlos Oliveira we discussed Jalen hitting the fastest sub in UFC BJJ history with a 16 second heel hook. We also discussed potentially where he goes from here if he is unwilling to face Mikey, and if he will have to go up in weight.In our recap of the ADCC European and African Trials for 2026 the second regional trials for the 2026 world championship season. We recapped every single finals match across all of the division divisions, including the women's finals matches that qualify them for the world championships as this is the second trials for that region.We kick it off discussing the +99 kg division final between Aiden Woodley vs Haisam Rida where we saw a Hari Goshi from Rida to Rear naked choke. In -99 kg we recap Mohamed Urusov vs Eoghan O'Flannagan discussing the finishing sequence where Owen was able to get to single leg and immediately throw for a heel hook knee bar combination to get the submission win in the finals.In -88 kg in Faris Ben-Lamkadem vs Marlon Tajik we talked about the back-and-forth takedowns in the match and some of the more interesting resets, as well as the scoring particularities that came with the match when it comes to decision. With the decision going to Marlon. In -77 kg Taylor Pearman vs Nicolay Vetrov we discussed the negative one that Taylor received for pulling guard in the finals and how Nicolay was able to play a solid game and prevent any points from being scored in order to take the victory. In -66 kg Yigit Hanay vs Kostiantyn Zhyvanov we discussed the pacing of the match with Yigit scoring late in order to punch his ticket to the world championships. In the Womens finals, at -55 kg Ana Moyordomo vs Janette Gloger we talked about the clean back take that Janett was able to hit to the rear naked choke to take the win. In 65 kg Injana Goodman vs Ane Svendsen we talked about the prolonged sequences of back control from Goodman that allowed her to outscore and threatened the rear naked choke the entire match to get the win on points. In +65KG Nia Blackman vs Anabel Lopez we talked about the level of activity and the guard work with Annabelle Lopez taking the win on activity. Recorded 2-16-2026
Tonight on We Are Soccer:• Full MLS season preview — contenders, dark horses, biggest questions• Premier League match previews and predictions• What Igor Tudor's appointment means for Spurs• Harry Kane hits 500 career goals — where does he rank all-time?• FA Cup recap and key takeawaysSmart analysis. Honest debate. No recycled talking points. Let's F*cking Go!
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode takes us back to the 80s, and as times were changing at Liverpool, a Danish superstar nearly donned the Merseyside red.Laudrup would go on to become one of the standout players of the decade and into the 90s, with clubs such as Lazio, Juventus, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Ajax.But what would have happened if he had made that initial move to the north-west of England.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Rio is joined by Ste and Joel to look back at a weekend which saw Trent Alexander-Arnold be compared to David Beckham, Harry Kane beat Cristiano Ronaldo to a momentus milestone and the dust settled on Thomas Tuchel's contract extension as England manager.With the title race taking a break for the FA Cup, Ste doesn't take a break in analysing Arsena's title credentials catching up with Joel for the first time since Arteta's side dropped points at Brentford. Rio points out the key role of players within the dressing room who maintain perspective and are able to remain calm in this type of high-pressure situation.Joel poses the question about whether German football fans are more appreciative of England striker Harry Kane than supporters of the national team and Rio heaps praise on the forward who beat Ronaldo by ten matches to score 500 career goals.Ste and Joel produce various different stats when analysing the performance of Trent while Rio details why his passing ability is a skill that can often be under rated and appreciated considering all of the factors that are required to excel at that part of the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mom & Dad are talking baby names in this week's episode. It sounds like they're leaning away from “traditional” and towards something a little more left-field… you know you're keeping an open mind when your family start suggesting the names of their evening meal.Also, Hannah recounts a recent pregnancy-massage experience that she has very mixed feelings about... and, we finally get to hear how Joel's "famous-person" poker night went. (Not well).Email: Hello@NeverEverPod.comInstagram: @NeverEverPodTikTok: @nevereverpodThis episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.
Greater Than the G.O.A.T.Hebrews 3:1–6Who's the Greatest of All Time?In football, fans argue over quarterbacks. In basketball, it's Jordan or LeBron. In soccer, Messi or Ronaldo. Every generation debates its heroes. Today we're asking that same question—but for the Bible.If you had asked a first-century Jewish believer, the answer would have been simple: Moses. He wasn't just a leader. He was the prophet, the lawgiver, the deliverer, the mediator. If you had Moses, you had everything.But Hebrews chapter 3 makes a bold claim: Jesus is greater.The Pressure to Go BackThe book of Hebrews was written to Jewish Christians under intense pressure. They were facing persecution and social rejection. Following Jesus wasn't easy. Going back to Judaism—to Moses—looked safer.Can you relate? Sometimes faith costs something. Maybe it's awkward conversations at work. Maybe it's tension in your family. In those moments, the “old life” can look comfortable.That's why the author writes:Hebrews 3:1–6 (NLT)“And so, dear brothers and sisters who belong to God… think carefully about this Jesus whom we declare to be God's messenger and High Priest… Moses was certainly faithful in God's house as a servant… But Christ, as the Son, is in charge of God's entire house. And we are God's house, if we keep our courage and remain confident in our hope in Christ.”Moses was faithful. But Jesus is greater.Why Moses? Because to understand how great Jesus is, you have to understand how great Moses was.1. The Prophet: The Mouthpiece vs. The MessageMoses was the great prophet of Israel—Moshe Rabbenu, “Moses our Teacher.” When God spoke, Moses delivered the mail.At the burning bush, God said:Exodus 3:10 (NLT)“Now go, for I am sending you to Pharaoh. You must lead my people Israel out of Egypt.”Moses went up the mountain and came down with God's words. He was the mediator. The messenger.But Hebrews tells us something bigger.Hebrews 1:1–2 (NLT)“Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son.”Moses delivered a message. Jesus is the message.Moses told us what God said. Jesus showed us who God is. The difference isn't subtle—it's seismic.2. The Architect: The Snapshot vs. The Whole PictureMoses didn't just speak for God. He shaped a nation.At Sinai, he brought down the Ten Commandments. In a world ruled by tyrants, this was revolutionary. Authority answered to a higher authority. Justice wasn't based on mood; it was rooted in God's character.Even the Sabbath command was radical:“Six days you shall labor… but the seventh day is a sabbath.”In a world of slavery and subsistence farming, rest was unheard of. God declared that human worth wasn't measured by productivity.But even this was just a snapshot.Fifteen hundred years later, Jesus revealed the whole picture:Matthew 22:37–40 (NLT)“‘You must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.'… ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.' The entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based on these two commandments.”Moses gave structure. Jesus gave fulfillment.The law was never the final word—it was the frame around a greater portrait. Jesus didn't abolish the law; He completed it.3. The Servant: The Old House vs. The New HouseHebrews 3:5 says:“Moses was certainly faithful in God's house as a servant. His work was an illustration of the truths God would reveal later.”An illustration. A preview. A shadow.For centuries, God worked primarily through Israel. Kings like David. Prophets like Elijah and...
Porto and Sporting go toe to toe at the Dragao for supremacy of Portugal! Anisio Cabral strikes another important blow for Benfica.Ronaldo goes on strike. We chat about The Beatles.
This episode is packed with USMNT storylines, Americans abroad drama, and global soccer chaos across Serie A, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and the Premier League. Alexi Lalas & David Mosse lead with Weston McKennie's scorching run at Juventus, scoring in his second straight Serie A match and cementing himself as one of the league's most productive midfielders under Luciano Spalletti… where does he rank among American players right now? We break down Johnny Cardoso's injury concerns at Atlético Madrid, and mounting pressure as the US midfield picture tightens. Plus: Gio Reyna sidelined again, Tim Weah opens up about struggles at Juve and resurgence at Marseille, and strong EPL showings from Brenden Aaronson and Chris Richards. We also hit Ronaldo's strike, Messi tuning up ahead of the MLS season, #AskAlexi, and a big-picture debate: World Cup vs Olympics… has global soccer officially passed the Games? Intro (0:00)U.S. Abroad: McKennie scores, Johnny & Banks hurt (:)Liverpool vs City: Match of the Weekend (:)Messi and Ronaldo are back (:)#AskAlexi: McKennie > Pulisic? (:)One For The Road: World Cup vs Olympics (:) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events
This week on the show Maine and Miranda preview, the UFCBJJ5 headline by Mikey Musumeci vs Shay Montague for the Bantamweight title. We preview the main event talking about some of Mikey's past opponents and talking about the recent accolades from Shay we discussed some of the dynamics of the match, including the leg lock avenues that both men are well known for finishing fights with as well as some of the interesting positional work that may take place due to both grappler being so strong from bottom position and top position. In the co main event we discussed the middleweight title between Ronaldo Souza Junior vs Tarik Hopstock talking about some of the stylistic pairings and the submission hunting style from Hopstock against the top pressure and the headhunting of Ronaldo. Later in the card we discussed Andy Murasaki vs Andy Varela discussing some possible Camp changes for Murisaki and how this potentially may factor into this matchup we talked about some of the stylist tendencies that Varella typically operates with and how this may or may not be a factor against Murisaki. In Landon Elmore vs Rerisson Gabriel we discussed the ever present danger of the foot lock from Landon and potentially where this puts both men in the title picture in the featherweight division. In Taylor Hishaw vs Rebeca Lima Mona we talked about the activity of Taylor and her wrestling against the training and accolades of Lima. In Mona Bailey vs Carol Brunacio we talked about how excited we were to see Mona competing on a super fight at the black belt level.In Jalen Fonacier vs Carlos Oliveira we discussed this interesting matchup with Carlos being brought into the UFC BJJ roster against the exciting style of Jalen. Recorded 2-9-2026
This week Sam & Natalie are joined by Everton, Manchester United & England legend...WAYNE ROONEY!Wayne Rooney sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from the rapid turn around in form by Michael Carrick & Manchester United to which current Premier League players are WORLD CLASS?They start the pod by briefly discussing their time together at Everton before talking about this weekend's football and why the title race is back on!The trio then discuss in detail why it's important for Arsenal to win a trophy this season even if it's the Carabao Cup, why Mikel Arteta is so impressive & we give our reaction to THAT Liverpool vs Man City game.Wayne & Sam then chat about what Michael Carrick has done to transform Manchester United in such a short turn around, why Bruno Fernandes is invaluable to this United team & would Bruno get into a best Manchester United XI?Wayne, Sam & Natalie then discuss the recent debate of Arsenal 2026 team vs Wayne's Champions League winning 2008 team, why Wayne was so devastated when Tevez left Manchester United and what made Carrick so crucial.Wayne then talks about David Moyes at Everton, the abuse on social media Liam Rosenior has received despite making a bright start to his time in charge of Chelsea & we react to van Dijks comments that pundits need to be more thoughtful of players.Finally we end the pod with Wayne & Sam discussing which players are currently WORLD Class, why Wayne prefers Messi over Ronaldo and would Sam be tempted with the Blackburn job?
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode takes us back to 1964, newly promoted Hannover 96 came astonishingly close to signing Pelé — the greatest player the game has ever seen — for the infant Bundesliga.As club legend Friedel Schicks moved toward retirement, a replacement was quietly discussed that sounded almost unbelievable: Pelé was supposed to succeed him at the heart of Hannover's team.The man pushing the idea wasn't a scout or an agent, but board member Hans-David Ziegra — an ice-cream machine salesman with strong Brazilian connections and a past far darker than most in German football.Ziegra's history included Nazi Party membership, intelligence work across Europe, post-war CIA scrutiny, and decades-long ties to Brazil, all of which helped fuel the extraordinary attempt to lure Pelé to Germany.Hannover could afford the move — Bundesliga wages soon eclipsed what Pelé earned at Santos — but Pelé's status as a national treasure made any transfer politically and culturally explosive.With Brazil under military rule in 1964, Pelé chose to stay, later admitting talks with Hannover had taken place but that leaving Santos at such a volatile moment was never realistic.Pelé never played in the Bundesliga, and German football went another way — but this forgotten near-miss invites one tantalising question: how differently might football history look if the greatest player of all time had arrived in Germany at the dawn of the Bundesliga?Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Maurico Pedroza are live from San Francisco during Super Bowl Week for this edition of Futbol Americas. They discuss the differences between how FIFA and the NFL handle their large events. Then, they discuss if it might be time for Ronaldo to make an MLS move and react to the news that James Rodríguez is heading to Minnesota. Jorge Sánchez makes his way to Europe as well. The crew run through the CONCACAF Champions Cup highlights, discuss Matarazzo's in form Real Sociedad, and run it back to close the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2 of Soccer Matters with Glenn Davis included Glenn discussing updates on Ronaldo and Messi, and also the Brazilian Super Cup.Glenn also memorialized the fallen from the Munich Air DisasterThe hour concluded with Glenn talking about soccer fandom, and craft beer culture with Andrew Mitcham, the owner of Senate Ave Brewing!
On this episode, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down a massive weekend for Americans abroad across Serie A, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, the EFL Championship, and the Premier League. We dive into AC Milan's blowout win without Pulisic, ask if it's officially panic time for his health status, and spotlight Weston McKennie's elite run of form at Juventus ahead of huge clashes with Atalanta and Lazio. Is Johnny Cardoso's move to Atlético Madrid already looking like a mistake? Gio Reyna vs Malik Tillman, PSG vs Weah & Marseille, Haji Wright vs Aiden Morris, and even a little Ronaldo-to-MLS rumor mill chaos. Plus, big-picture debates on U.S. players at superclubs, MLS signings, Pochettino calling out Tim Weah on his World Cup ticket prices take, and whether a USMNT World Cup win would rival the 1980 Miracle on Ice. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30 discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro: (0:00)U.S. Abroad: Pulisic panic-button time? (3:20:)Alexi vs Stu: The great Noahkai Banks debate (11:26)Ronaldo is crying (23:46)#AskAlexi: James to MLS (28:17)One For The Road: Pochettino vs Weah (43:28) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Archie Rhind-Tutt and ESPN's Julien Laurens on this week's Euro Leagues.The team reflect on Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to go on strike at Al-Nassr after Karim Benzema's move to Saudi rivals Al-Hilal! Will CR7 leave Saudi Arabia and if so, where to? Could an MLS move and a reunion with Lionel Messi be on the cards? Although, Messi could be on the move himself, with rumours circulating over a return to his boyhood club, Newell's Old Boys!Who is Liverpool's newest £60m signing, Jeremy Jacquet? Could the 20 year-old be the 'next Varane'? The panel also reflect on Ademola Lookman's move to Atletico Madrid, and Barcelona lost their next La Masia star!Speaking of Liverpool, their former fullback has just been announced as Eintracht Frankfurt head coach! Can Albert Riera bring Frankfurt back to winning ways and competing in Europe?And finally, why were there 50,000 fans at an U19 match in Cologne? And how is De Zerbi still in charge at Marseille?Timecodes: 01:50 - Ronaldo goes on strike! 12:10 - Is Messi returning to Argentina? 15:40 - Ademola Lookman joins Atletico Madrid 21:30 - Just who is Jeremy Jacquet? 28:55 - Barcelona lose La Masia star, Dro Fernandez! 33:21 - Can Albert Riera revive Frankfurt? 42:30 - Why did 50,000 fans attend Koln's U19's match? 45:50 - Just how has Roberto De Zerbi survived at Marseille?