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AFTER CONTROVERSY, REAL MADRID CONFIRMS PARTICIPATION IN THE 2025 WORLD CUP TOGETHER WITH FLAMENGO

the merengue team issued an official statement correcting Carlos Ancelotti

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After Carlo Ancelotti revealed, in an interview in Italy, that Real Madrid did not intend to participate in the 2025 Club World Cup, the Real Madrid team issued an official statement correcting the coach.

"Real Madrid announces that At no point did he question his participation in the new Club World Cup that FIFA will organize in the 2024/25 season. Therefore, our club will compete, as planned, in this official competition that we will face with pride and with maximum enthusiasm. to make our millions of fans around the world dream again with a new title", stated the club.


CONTROVERSY OVER THE FIFA FEATURE

The controversy began when the Italian coach explained that Real Madrid, current European champions, would not participate in the competition due to the fact that FIFA paid 'only' 20 million euros as an attendance fee. This statement generated reactions among fans and in the sports press.


ANCELOTTI RETRACTS HIMSELF ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Carlo Ancelotti also spoke out on social media to clarify the situation. "In the interview with 'Il Giornale', my words about the FIFA Club World Cup were not interpreted in the way I intended. Nothing could be further from my interests than refusing to compete in a tournament that I consider could be a great opportunity to continue fighting for great titles with Real Madrid."


REAL MADRID READY FOR NEW CHALLENGES

With the official statement, Real Madrid reaffirms its commitment to participating of the 2025 Club World Cup, demonstrating enthusiasm and motivation to seek another title. The Merengue team is preparing to face this competition with the aim of continuing its victorious path and bringing joy to its millions of fans around the world.


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Neymar supports Vinicius Jr. to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or: "He's a fighter"

Brazilian star praises former Flamengo player's career

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In a recent interview with Band Sports, Neymar, one of the biggest names in Brazilian football, stated that Vinicius Jr., created by Flamengo< /a>, deserves to be the winner of the 2024 Ballon d'Or award. The Al-Hilal player highlighted the evolution and overcoming of the Real Madrid striker, praising his ability to overcome adversity and consolidate himself as one of the main athletes in the world .

Neymar was emphatic in saying that Vinicius Jr. is the most suitable name to receive the award this year. "Of course I will support him to win the Ballon d'Or this year. In my opinion, there is no better candidate for the award than him. He is a man who deserves it, as he is a fighter. He has suffered a lot throughout his life and surpassed all expectations and criticism. He became everyone's idol", declared Neymar.




VINICIUS JR'S VICTORIOUS SEASON

Vinicius Jr. had an impressive season for Real Madrid in 2023-2024, winning important titles such as the Spanish Championship and the Champions League. Throughout the season, the striker scored 39 goals and contributed 24 assists in 11 matches, numbers that reinforce his candidacy for the award.


The Ballon d'Or ceremony will be held in Paris on the 28th October, and promises to be a landmark event for world football, especially for Brazilians, who have not had a winner of the award since Kaká, in 2007.


< b>A MILESTONE FOR BRAZILIAN FOOTBALL

Vinicius Jr., revealed by Mengão, could become the first Brazilian to win the Ballon d'Or after 17 years, which would represent a historic milestone for football in the country. His victory would be a great recognition for the new generation of Brazilian players, who continue to shine at the main clubs in Europe.

At 24 years old, Vinicius still has a lot to achieve in his career, but his name is already there. being compared to legends such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Ronaldinho Gaúcho. Since his arrival at Real Madrid in 2018, the striker has gone through a period of adaptation and criticism, but his consistent growth has put him in the spotlight under the command of Carlo Ancelotti.


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Championship standout, Vinicius Souza celebrates captain's ribbon at Sheffield United

The young man is considered one of the best defensive midfielders in the English competition

Created by Flamengo and now one of the biggest highlights of the EFL Championship, England's second division, Vinicius Souza established himself as a reference for Sheffield United and began to gain more responsibilities in the English team. Now, the midfielder carries the captain's banner.

Vinicius Souza arrived at Sheffield last season and was one of the Premier League's biggest standouts, second only to João Palhinha, from Fulham, in the tackles ranking (126). However, the English team failed to remain in the top division. Now, in his second season, the midfielder celebrates the recognition by receiving the captain's sash.

“Receiving the opportunity to be captain and represent Sheffield was something that made me extremely honored. This is a sign that my work is being valued. Not only because of what I've been doing on the field, but off it too”, said the former Flamengo player in an interview with “ge”.

BEST CHAMPIONSHIP MIDFIELDER

O Garoto do Ninho started all six of Sheffield's Championship matches and is the best defensive midfielder in the competition. The young man leads the ranking of tackles, with 27 in total, and is the player in his role with the most defensive actions.

“Despite being a young athlete, I know my responsibility here at the club and I dedicate myself every day to be able to to repay the trust that the board, coaching staff and players have always given me, since my first days in England. Our group is very good, the atmosphere is very positive and everyone is focused on pursuing our main objective of the year.”

RETURN TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE

Sheffield occupies fifth place in the Championship, with 12 points from four wins and two draws after six rounds. The English team suffered a two-point penalty from the English Football League and that's why they don't have 14. However, the team's start is good and gives confidence to Vinicius Souza and his teammates to think about access to the Premier League again.

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Goodbye, Flamengo? Arrascaeta is in the sights of the Italian giant for the next transfer window

Uruguayan player arouses interest from the Italian team after elimination of Mengão

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Giorgian De Arrascaeta, one of the main names in Brazilian football and a key player in the CRF squad, could leave the club in the next transfer window. According to information released by the Fichajes portal, the 30-year-old Uruguayan midfielder would have caught the attention of Napoli, from Italy. The team, now led by Antonio Conte, would be interested in signing the player due to his impressive goals and assists numbers.
ELIMINATION AT LIBERTADORES AND FUTURE AT MENGÃO

Despite being one of the highlights of Rubro-Negro, De Arrascaeta was unable to avoid the team's elimination in the Libertadores, after the draw against Peñarol, in Uruguay, last Wednesday (26).

With the result, Flamengo ended its participation in the continental tournament and now needs to focus on the remaining competitions of the season: the Brasileirão and the Copa do Brasil.


INTEREST FROM NAPOLI AND OTHER CLUBS

De Arrascaeta's name has already has been mentioned in several transfer rumors for some time. Recently, Boca Juniors was mentioned as another possible destination for the player, especially with an eye on the Super World Cup.

However, to date, there are no concrete negotiations. Napoli now appears as the main interested party, but the athlete remains focused on his obligations with Mais Querido, which is seeking new titles in national competitions.



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