There was a time when Brazil’s name alone sent shivers down the spines of footballing giants, when the sound of samba was as feared as it was admired. Recent events could be signalling the country's return to prominence.

At 28, Charly Musonda has drawn the curtain on a football career that once promised more than just brilliance, but also stardom.

Trent Alexander-Arnold made headlines at his Real Madrid unveiling on Thursday, not just for the move itself, but for delivering his entire presentation in Spanish. While impressive to many, this gesture stoked controversy among Liverpool fans, who already felt betrayed by the manner of his departure.

When Manchester City announced the departure of Txiki Begiristain, it was expected that they would struggle to find balance in the transfer window, as the man they had relied on for 12 years was leaving, and in a season where they had already lost their identity.

UEFA Champions League final matches have delivered some of football’s most memorable moments, and also some of its most lopsided outcomes.

Behold how they stared with so much admiration. See how they held him with so much pride. At 40, Cristiano Ronaldo may no longer be the freak of an athlete he once was, but he remains every bit the clutch, influential player.

A transfer that has not gone as planned, Mykhailo Mudryk's status at Chelsea is once again in doubt, as Cole Palmer has taken his shirt number ahead of the start of next season.

Cristiano Ronaldo's time with the Portugal national team is winding down, but the captain continues to make contributions that will linger for much longer after his time is done with the team.

Desire Doue delivered a performance to remember in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final, as PSG put five past Inter Milan, becoming the first team to score as many goals in a final since Real Madrid 63 years ago in 1962.