🚨 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Paolo Maldini has met with Pep Guardiola in an attempt to convince him to become the new head coach of Italy, reports @DiMarzio and @SkySport.
Maldini and his advisor, Leonardo, spent the weekend in Barcelona, where they met with the Spanish coach.
Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo are the leading alternatives should Guardiola decline the offer.
🚨Kevin De Bruyne on Lionel Messi missing out on the Best Player of the Tournament award to Rodri.
🗣️ Kevin De Bruyne: “First of all, congratulations to Rodri because he had an outstanding tournament and he’s one of the best midfielders in the world. But if you’re asking me who I believe was the best player at this World Cup, my answer is Lionel Messi.”
“At 39 years old, what Messi produced was extraordinary. Most players at that age are thinking about retirement, but he was still deciding games, creating chances out of nothing, and carrying the expectations of an entire nation on his shoulders.”
“I’ve played against the best players in football, and I understand how difficult it is to perform consistently at the highest level. What Messi did throughout this tournament wasn’t just about statistics—it was about controlling games, changing moments, and making the impossible look simple.”
“People will remember who officially won the award, and that’s football. But when fans look back at this World Cup years from now, they’ll remember Messi’s performances, the goals, the assists, the dribbles, and the moments where he reminded everyone why he’s one of the greatest players this sport has ever seen.”
“For me, individual awards don’t always tell the full story. Sometimes football gives you a trophy, and sometimes it gives you something even bigger—the admiration of the entire football world. Messi earned that again in this tournament.”
“I have enormous respect for Rodri, but if I had a vote, it would’ve gone to Lionel Messi. He didn’t need another individual award to prove his greatness. His football throughout this World Cup already did that.”
BREAKING: The Italian Football Federation has met with Pep Guardiola to convince him to take over as the national team head coach, according to Sky in Italy 🚨
BREAKING: The Italian Football Federation has met with Pep Guardiola to convince him to take over as the national team head coach, according to Sky in Italy 🚨
Big Time & Show Time: Spain 2026 confirmed for release! 🏆🇪🇸
The Spanish national team, who have written a new chapter in football history with their unforgettable performances, are set to appear in eFootball™ as Big Time & Show Time players!
Don’t just watch—experience the excitement for yourself in eFootball™.
Stay tuned for the release!
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