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Roberto Martinez Confirms 41-Year-Old Cristiano Ronaldo Remains Vital for Portugal

Coach Roberto Martinez has affirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo continues to hold a vital role for the Portugal national team at 41 years of age.

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Ghana Fires Otto Addo After 2-1 Germany Loss and Four Straight Defeats

The Ghana Football Association terminated Otto Addo's contract 72 days before the World Cup following a 2-1 friendly loss to Germany in Stuttgart.

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Quantifying the USMNT Player Pool: Statistical Evolution Toward 2026

An analytical deep dive into the shifting demographics and competitive metrics of the U.S. Men's National Team roster during the current four-year international cycle.

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Infantino and Sheinbaum Review 2026 World Cup Preparations and Plan Kukulkán

FIFA President Gianni Infantino met with President Claudia Sheinbaum to evaluate 2026 World Cup preparations ahead of the June 11 opener at Azteca Stadium.

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Pochettino Implements Tactical Overhaul to Maximize Pulisic Goal Production

United States manager Mauricio Pochettino is recalibrating the national team's offensive structure to place Christian Pulisic in high-probability scoring zones.

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Mauricio Pochettino Denies Real Madrid, Spurs Talks Ahead of Portugal Friendly

United States manager Mauricio Pochettino confirmed he has had no discussions with Real Madrid or Tottenham Hotspur prior to Tuesday's match against Portugal.

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Italy World Cup Playoff: Azzurri Face 73-Goal Edin Dzeko in Zenica Final

Following a 2-0 victory against Northern Ireland, Italy travels to Zenica to face Bosnia and Herzegovina for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.

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French Court Rejects Cardiff's $138M Emiliano Sala Compensation Claim

A commercial court in France dismissed Cardiff's $138M claim against Nantes regarding the death of Emiliano Sala and ordered the club to pay €480,000.

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Lionel Messi Argentina Start Confirmed by Scaloni for Zambia Friendly

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed that Lionel Messi will start the friendly match against Zambia on Tuesday night at La Bombonera.

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