Category: Football - Page 2

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2025: Qualifiers, format, and Morocco’s historic first

The 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup heads to Morocco from October 17 to November 8 with a record 24 teams. Samoa will make a first-ever FIFA tournament appearance, and the USA qualified in style after a 17-0 aggregate group stage. Africa sends four teams plus hosts Morocco, while China PR and Japan are in from Asia. The draw was held in Rabat on June 4, setting the stage for a landmark event.

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Khellven to Palmeiras shakes up Copa Libertadores plans — and Universitario feel it first

Palmeiras signed Brazilian right-back Khellven from CSKA Moscow for €5m, potentially rising to €6.5m, just before the Copa Libertadores knockouts. The 24-year-old will wear No. 12 and push for a starting role in Abel Ferreira’s side. Universitario now face a new threat down Palmeiras’ right flank, with the Peruvians preparing plans to contain his pace, crossing, and aggressive forward runs.

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Real Madrid's Predicted 4-2-3-1 Line-Up: Bellingham Returns, Alaba Boosts Defense Ahead of Rayo Vallecano Clash

Real Madrid is set to field a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jude Bellingham returning from suspension and David Alaba starting in defense. With crucial Champions League matches on the horizon, coach Ancelotti is balancing rotation and tactical tweaks to face seventh-placed Rayo Vallecano in their pursuit to catch Barcelona.

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