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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has opened up about his dream of following the success of club legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney after being crowned the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year. The Portuguese midfielder has been one of United’s standout performers this season and played a major role in the club’s return to the uefa champions league under manager Michael Carrick.

Guardiola, who still had one year left on his contract, will take charge of his final match against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal has denied rumours linking him to the presidency of Real Madrid following reports he could replace Florentino Perez after the club’s trophyless season. Nadal called the reports “not true,” while Perez insisted he would not resign despite criticism from fans after Madrid lost La Liga to Barcelona and exited the Champions League early.

Cristiano Ronaldo finally clinched his maiden Saudi Pro League title with Al Nassr, scoring twice in a decisive 4-1 victory. The Portuguese superstar's emotional triumph came after two seasons of near misses, adding another domestic league crown to his illustrious career. His arrival has significantly boosted Saudi football's global profile.

Dani Carvajal’s departure marks the end of a remarkable 23-year journey that mirrored one of Real Madrid’s most successful modern eras. From academy prospect to captain, he embodied the club’s identity through leadership, resilience and relentless success. With 27 trophies and six Champions League titles, Carvajal leaves not only as a decorated player, but as a symbol of continuity, loyalty and Madridismo itself.

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has spoken openly about his desire to guide the five-time world champions back to the top of world football. The veteran Italian manager, who has won league titles in five countries and lifted the uefa champions league five times, said he is enjoying every moment with Brazil rather than feeling pressure.

Nottingham Forest boosted their chances of staying in the Premier League with a convincing 3-1 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Monday. The defeat badly hurt Chelsea’s hopes of qualifying for next season’s uefa champions league.

Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive Champions League final appearance with a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich, winning 6-5 on aggregate. Ousmane Dembélé opened the scoring early, and despite Bayern's pressure and a late Harry Kane equalizer, PSG's defensive resilience saw them through to face Arsenal in Budapest.

Lionel Messi once again showed his love for FC Barcelona after the Catalan giants defeated arch-rivals Real Madrid CF 2-0 to secure the La Liga title on Sunday. The Argentine icon reacted quickly after the final whistle and shared a short message on Instagram celebrating Barcelona’s success. Messi’s Instagram story came just minutes after FC Barcelona's victory at the Spotify Camp Nou

Christian Norgaard has announced his retirement from international football after Denmark failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The 32-year-old Arsenal midfielder confirmed the news through a heartfelt message on Instagram, bringing an end to his international journey with 41 appearances for his country. Norgaard said the decision was emotional because representing Denmark had always been one of the proudest parts of his career.

Virat Kohli revealed the immense emotional weight lifted after Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally clinched their maiden IPL title after 18 years. He stated that a victory earlier in his career wouldn't have felt as special, highlighting the profound joy derived from overcoming decades of pressure and heartbreak alongside franchise icons and the city of Bengaluru.

Despite additional ad breaks being woven into the game, no broadcaster in India or China has shown interest in shelling out the millions that Fifa wants.

Pep Guardiola’s reported Manchester City departure has reignited attention around his long-term future, with renewed focus on claims linking him to a £13.5 million luxury mansion in Barcelona. The property, first reported by The Sun in November 2025, sits close to the home he once shared with estranged wife Cristina Serra, adding another layer to ongoing speculation surrounding both Guardiola’s personal life and post-City plans.

Arsenal players are closing in on one of the biggest moments in the club’s modern history. Mikel Arteta’s side are just three wins away from lifting their first Premier League title since the famous Invincibles season in 2004. The North London club has remained consistent over the last few years but narrowly missed out on the league crown in the previous three campaigns.

Manchester United beat Liverpool FC 3-2 at Old Trafford to secure uefa champions league qualification. Goals from Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko gave United an early lead before Liverpool equalised through Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo. Kobbie Mainoo scored the late winner, boosting Michael Carrick’s chances of becoming permanent manager.

Arsenal have reached the Champions League final after a 20-year wait, defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium thanks to Bukayo Saka's first-half goal. This 2-1 aggregate victory propels Mikel Arteta's side, who are also leading the Premier League, towards a potential historic season and their first European crown.

Pep Guardiola has downplayed growing speculation surrounding a permanent tribute at Manchester City as reports continue linking him with a summer departure. Amid discussions about naming the Etihad’s North Stand after him, Guardiola insisted memories and relationships built during his decade-long reign matter more than honours, while uncertainty continues over the future of City’s most successful managerial era.

Thierry Henry believes Arsenal now fully understand that the Premier League title race is under their control after Manchester City dropped points against Everton. The former striker praised the squad’s focus ahead of their Champions League semifinal win over Atletico Madrid. Arsenal are now chasing a historic finish, with both the Premier League title and Champions League trophy still within reach.

Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville were recently involved in a heated verbal exchange in the Sky Sports studio as Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2 at Old Trafford on Sunday, May 3. The match saw dramatic momentum shifts as Manchester United held on to secure an important win. They complete a league double over their rivals for the first time since the 2015-16 season.

Paul Parker has taken a playful dig at Arne Slot before Manchester United face Liverpool in a key Premier League match. He believes Liverpool have dropped their level this season. Meanwhile, Matheus Cunha could return from injury for United. With both teams fighting for Champions League spots, this clash carries huge importance for their season hopes.