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Alexi Lalas Supports Ronaldo’s View on Saudi Pro League Being Better Than Ligue 1

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6 days ago

January 2, 2025

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Former American footballer Alexi Lalas has come to the defense of Cristiano Ronaldo following his recent remarks the Saudi Pro League (SPL), claiming it is better than France’s Ligue 1.

Ronaldo made the comment after receiving the Best Middle Eastern Player award at a December gala, where he also took the opportunity to highlight that Paris Saint-Germain was the only prominent club in Ligue 1, saying, “Everyone else is finished.”

However, Lalas, speaking on his podcast, explained that Ronaldo’s comments were valid, especially in regards to the unique challenges of playing in the Middle Eastern climate.

Lalas said, “I like that he is defending Saudi Arabia.

I like that he has taken this unconventional pathway, notwithstanding how much money he’s making.

It’s not as traditional as the past, and it has shown him some of the challenges out there; both on and off the field, when playing in leagues that many people don’t fully understand or appreciate.”

Drawing from his experience with Major League Soccer (MLS), Lalas added, “From an MLS perspective, I can appreciate it.

There are unique challenges that players face in leagues like Saudi Arabia that others often overlook.

I can guarantee there are difficulties players encounter there that are hard to comprehend unless you’ve experienced them.”

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Nigerian Footballer Chukwueze Achieves Milestone in European Competitions

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8 hours ago

January 8, 2025

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Nigerian Footballer, Samuel Chukwueze reaches a milestone by becoming the first Nigerian player to win major trophies in both Spain and Italy. The player archived this stage after his win with AC Milan over Inter Milan. The team secured a 3-2 victory over Inter Milan on Monday night in Saudi Arabia.

Despite being sidelined earlier this month due to a hamstring injury the player outshines in the match against Inter Milan this same month.

The player also made quite the victory back in 2021 UEFA Europa League victory with Villarreal. His achievement has created a milestone for Nigerian footballers in Eurpoean competitions. Samuel’s achievement has definitely been noticed by international teams and his success will keep growing in football.

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Man United Loan Emma Watson and Jess Simpson to Everton and Bristol City

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9 hours ago

January 8, 2025

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Manchester United announced on Tuesday that two of their players, midfielder Emma Watson and defender Jess Simpson, have moved to new clubs on loan for the rest of the season.

Watson, 18, has joined Everton, a fellow club in the Barclays Women’s Super League.

The young Scotland international had her first appearance for Manchester United against Everton in November, marking the beginning of her journey with the Red Devils after joining from Rangers in August 2023.

Simpson, 19, will spend the second half of the season at Bristol City, a club in the Barclays Women’s Championship.

Simpson’s professional journey took off with a senior debut in November during a League Cup victory over Everton.