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Marcelo Says Cristiano Ronaldo Deserves to Win the 2025 Ballon d’Or

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Real Madrid icon Marcelo has made his pick for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, and he didn’t hesitate to name his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo. After featuring in a 3-3 charity match between Real Madrid legends and Borussia Dortmund legends on Saturday, Marcelo was asked who he believes deserves the prestigious award. His answer was short and clear: Cristiano Ronaldo.

The friendly saw former stars like Julio Baptista, Toni Kroos, and Raul find the back of the net for Madrid. But off the pitch, the talk turned to football’s biggest individual prize. Ronaldo, now plying his trade in Saudi Arabia, finished last season as the top scorer in the league with 25 goals. He also led Portugal to the final of the Nations League, where they are set to take on Spain.

Despite his achievements, Ronaldo isn’t considered a frontrunner for this year’s Ballon d’Or. Marcelo knows this but made his opinion known anyway. Current favourites for the award include Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal, PSG winger Ousmane Dembele, Real Madrid’s new signing Kylian Mbappe, and Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah.

Interestingly, Ronaldo himself recently said the Ballon d’Or should go to someone from the Champions League-winning team, adding another layer to the ongoing debate.


 

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Liverpool Retire No.20 Shirt to Honour Diogo Jota After His Death in Car Crash

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Liverpool have announced they will retire the number 20 shirt in honour of their late forward Diogo Jota. The club confirmed the decision on Thursday, saying the gesture is a lasting tribute to Jota’s impact at Anfield, especially his role in Liverpool’s Premier League triumph last season.

Jota, who passed away at 28 in a tragic car accident in Spain alongside his brother Andre Silva, played a crucial part in the Reds’ 2024–2025 title win, which marked their 20th league crown. One of his most memorable moments came in April, when his signature shimmy and finish secured victory in the Merseyside derby, the final goal of his career.


 

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Napoli Want Lookman to Join the Team as Conte Pushes for €50m Summer Move

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Napoli boss Antonio Conte is still pushing to bring Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman to the club this summer. Despite winning the Serie A title last season, Napoli are keen on strengthening their squad with more quality players.

Atalanta are open to letting Lookman leave but only for the right offer. Reports from Italy suggest the club is demanding €50 million for the winger. Lookman, who joined Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022, has also caught the attention of Premier League sides Liverpool and Arsenal.


 

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“We’ve lost an African legend” – Kanu Nwankwo Mourns Peter Rufai and Diogo Jota’s Death in

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Former Nigerian football star Kanu Nwankwo has expressed sadness over the death of ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai and Liverpool striker Diogo Jota. Rufai passed away on Thursday after battling an illness, while Jota and his brother Andre lost their lives in a car crash in Spain.

Reacting to the news, Kanu described it as a heartbreaking moment for the football community. In a post on his X account, the Arsenal legend wrote, “It’s a dark day for football. We’ve lost an African legend, Peter Rufai. May his soul rest in peace.”

Kanu also paid tribute to Jota, saying, “This is hard to believe. May your spirit continue to inspire us all and the generations to come. Rest in peace, Diogo Jota. My condolences to your family.”


 

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