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Messi has eight Ballon d’Ors to his name – but one football icon believes he could have had more. Lionel Messi has been told that he could have had up to 15 Ballon d’Or awards if he had copied a strategy used by Cristiano Ronaldo in his career. Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the Ballon d’Or rankings for the past 15 years, with Messi collecting a record eight awards. Ronaldo, meanwhile, has scooped the prize on five separate occasions, with 2023 being the first time he had failed to be among the nominees for 20 years
So, Pirates have now signed THREE players from PSL rivals. Additionally, THREE players have been promoted into the Bucs first team under Jose Riveiro. Meanwhile, “Gilberto” was the first player signed by the Soweto giants. Here is the fully updates list of Pirates newest additions. FULL LIST OF PIRATES NEW SIGNINGS Delvi Miguel Vieira/Gilberto (Petro du Luanda) Selaelo Rasebotja (SuperSport United) Thalenthe Mbatha (SuperSport United) Mohau Nkota (promoted) Siyabonga Dladla (promoted) Thuso Moleleki (Orbit College FC) Deano van Rooyen (Stellenbosch FC) Pirates first announced “Gilberto” on a three-year deal. “Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to announce the signing of…
Tennessee softball head coach Karen Weekly has agreed to a one-year contract extension, the program announced Wednesday. The extension keeps Weekly under contract through June 30, 2029. Weekly has guided the Lady Vols to a successful stretch over the last two years that has included back-to-back SEC regular season titles, a conference tournament title and a trip to the Women’s College World Series semifinals in 2023. “I am very appreciative of Danny White’s continued faith in me to lead the Lady Vol softball program,” Weekly said. “It is an honor and privilege to be a part of the best athletics…
Man Utd have been targeting Matthijs de Ligt this summer and a deal has been agreed with Bayern Munich; The move will be worth €50m (£42.9m), with an initial €45m (£38.6m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in add ons, and subject to De Ligt passing a medical Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich. The move will be worth €50m (£42.9m), with an initial €45m (£38.6m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in add-ons. The transfer is subject to De Ligt passing a medical, with personal terms not expected to be a problem. The defender would need to be…
Brazil thrashed world champions Spain to set up a repeat of the 2008 Olympic women’s football final against the United States in Paris on Saturday. An Irene Paredes own goal set Brazil on their way, with Gabi Portilho scoring a second on the stroke of half-time to stun the side that many had tipped as favourites for the gold medal. Adriana added a third for Brazil, who were still without their all-time leading scorer Marta, 38, after she was suspended following her dismissal in the Group C defeat to the Spaniards. While Duda Sampaio headed into her own goal to…
As is the tradition, the Commanders announced several players would be sitting out the preseason contest including defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne, linebacker Bobby Wagner, and offensive linemen Andrew Wylie and Brandon Coleman. That meant when quarterback Jayden Daniels led Washington onto the field for the first time he did so with Chris Paul as his right tackle and Trent Scott as his left tackle. READ MORE: Washington Commanders ‘Getting Great Work’, ‘Not Where We Want To Be’ Says DT Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels celebrates touchdown vs. New York Jets with center Tyler Biadasz. Aug 10, 2024;…
Jalen Brunson will have quite a lot to look back on when the summer of 2024 concludes. Brunson took the New York Knicks to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals. He was one bad draw in the injury department away from potentially getting New York to their first Conference Finals since 2000. The Villanova product finished No. 5 in the NBA in scoring with 28.7 points per game. He made his first All-Star team for it. He made his first All-NBA team for it. He was an MVP candidate for it. And now, he’s the Knicks’ next captain for…
In a major NBA trade, the New York Knicks have sent power forward Julius Randle to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for a $128 million deal. This move reunites Randle with the team that originally drafted him, bringing him back to Los Angeles after several years away. The Lakers, eager to bolster their frontcourt, see Randle as a key addition to their roster, complementing their superstar duo and adding depth to their championship aspirations. Randle, who has been a cornerstone for the Knicks in recent seasons, is known for his versatile offensive game, rebounding prowess, and ability to handle…
In a shocking turn of events, the Orlando Magic have landed Kevin Durant on a two-year deal, marking one of the most significant free-agent acquisitions in franchise history. Durant, a future Hall of Famer and one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history, brings a wealth of experience and championship pedigree to a young Magic team that has struggled to find success in recent years. This move signals Orlando’s intent to accelerate its rebuild and become a serious contender in the Eastern Conference. Durant’s arrival will not only elevate the Magic’s on-court performance but also boost the team’s visibility…
In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the NFL, the New York Jets have secured a $220 million deal for San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver. This blockbuster acquisition marks one of the most significant trades in recent memory and signals the Jets’ commitment to building a formidable offense around their young quarterback. The wide receiver, whose identity has yet to be officially confirmed by either team, is considered one of the league’s elite playmakers. Known for his exceptional speed, precise route-running, and ability to make clutch catches in crucial moments, he has been a cornerstone of the…