Kick Off: Ronaldo praises Messi, Mane & Gonzalez out of Qatar 2022, Correa in

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Top Headlines

2nd part of Ronaldo's interview: On his longevity, Portugal ambitions & more

The second part of Cristiano Ronaldo's extensive interview with Piers Morgan has now been televised and you can read everything that he had to say right here.

OFFICIAL: Sadio Mane is OUT of the World Cup for Senegal

Sadio Mane has been ruled out of the World Cup after being unable to recover from injury in time - in a cruel blow to Senegal.

Ronaldo calls arch rival Messi 'a great guy who does great things for football'

Cristiano Ronaldo has heaped praise on his long-time rival Lionel Messi and claimed the Argentinian is 'magic'.

OFFICIAL: Correa called up to replace injured Nicolas Gonzalez for Argentina

Argentina have suffered an injury blow to their squad after Nicolas Gonzalez has been forced to withdraw from the World Cup.

Match Reports

Portugal 4-0 Nigeria: Bruno scores twice as hosts warm-up for World Cup

Bruno Fernandes scored twice in the first half and debutant Goncalo Ramos and Joao Mario added late goals as Portugal crushed Nigeria 4-0 in a World Cup warm-up in Lisbon on Thursday.

Jordan 1-3 Spain: La Roja cruise to win in World Cup warm-up, youngsters shine

Spain cruise to win in final World Cup warm-up with youngsters shining.

Ghana 2-0 Switzerland: Salisu & Semenyo net, Ghana take an easy victory

Game is over and the final score is Ghana 2-0 Switzerland. Salisu & Semenyo net, Ghana take an easy victory. Mohammed Salisu scored his first ever goal for Ghana. 

Japan 1-2 Canada: Cavallini stoppage-time pen saves Maple Leaves win before WC

Game is over and the final score is Japan 1-2 Canada. Here is the match report.

What They Say

Ronaldo discuss his retirement conditions with World Cup in concern

Although Ronaldo has already said on other occasions he would like to play until he is 40 years old, and much has been speculated in which team his career will continue after the World Cup, but now he pointed out that there is a possibility of retiring after Qatar 2022.

Morgan reveals how Ronaldo is feeling after explosive interview release

Piers Morgan says Cristiano Ronaldo is "very happy with the way things have all played out" following the release of the Manchester United star's interview with the former Good Morning Britain host.

Maddison reveals how Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has helped him

James Maddison has revealed he 'studied' Bruno Fernandes when the midfielder was in excellent form for Manchester United.

Fabinho insists three of his Brazil teammates should NOT have joined Man United

Fabinho has aimed a jibe at three of his Brazil team-mates for joining Manchester United, insisting it is the 'wrong place'.

Bruno Guimaraes says Newcastle don't need players like Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo

Bruno Guimaraes has claimed Newcastle do not need players like Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo for their project.

These Things Happen

OFFICIAL: Curtis Jones pens new long-term with Liverpool

Curtis Jones has committed his future to Liverpool after agreeing a new long-term contract until the summer of 2025.

Declan Rice brought an empty suitcase to bring the World Cup trophy home

Ultra confident Declan Rice has done something extraordinary ahead of the England World Cup opener on Monday.

Messi unpacks at student halls as squad choose modest digs over five-star luxury

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team mates have forsaken five-star luxury for student digs so that they can enjoy traditional beef barbecues in their quest to land the World Cup.

Man United are already doing what Cristiano Ronaldo complained about and wanted

When the Manchester United players headed to the Carrington briefing room for their first video analysis session with Erik ten Hag this summer, they would have immediately noticed the change.

Christopher Nkunku supports Eduardo Camavinga, victim of racist abuse

Christopher Nkunku (25), who will miss the Qatar World Cup through injury, has supported his international teammate Eduardo Camavinga (20) after the Real Madrid midfielder was subject to racial abuse.

Arsenal star Saka helps fund life-changing surgery for 120 children in Nigeria

Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka has helped fund 120 life-changing operations for children in Nigeria.

Endrick's father will 'travel to Madrid' to 'tour Real Madrid's facilities'

The father of Brazil's latest teen sensation Endrick will travel to Madrid at the end of November, with a view to discussing a potential move to Europe for his son.

Man United winger Antony splashes out eye-watering £337,000 on Lamborghini

Manchester United star Antony has splashed out on a brand new Lamborghini to celebrate his inclusion in Brazil's World Cup squad.

Man City 'are willing to pay Kroos £230,000-a-week to join' from Real Madrid

Manchester City are interested in signing Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos on a free transfer, according to reports in Spain.

Man City scoff at Ronaldo transfer claims; deny any offer made

Manchester City have scoffed at claims from Cristiano Ronaldo that he was close to signing for them before returning to Manchester United.

De Gea is wrongly congratulated on his international retirement by Spain's FA

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea was left bemused by a congratulatory message from the Spanish FA on his retirement from international duty - despite being yet to hang up his gloves.

In-Depth

Look back at Piers Morgan's tweets: Turns out he was a Messi fan before?

Piers Morgan, a famous British broadcaster & journalist, published an interview with Cristiano Ronaldo, which was like the pin being pulled on a grenade.

Gary Neville's in-depth response to Cristiano Ronaldo's explosive interview

What was Ronaldo's motivation for giving that interview?

Fixtures of the Day

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