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Kylian Mbappe has told officials at Paris Saint-Germain that he intends to leave when his contract expires at the end of the season, a source close to the Ligue 1 champions said on Thursday. The 25-year-old, who arrived in Paris from Monaco in 2017, had extended his contract in 2022 until 2024 but last summer declined to activate a clause allowing him to stay another year at PSG. Mbappe has been widely tipped to move to Real Madrid and, according to a source close to the matter, has already entered negotiations with the Spanish giants.

Manchester United's squad for the 2022-23 season stood out as the most financially robust in the history of European football, according to a report published by UEFA, the governing body of European football. The "European Club Finance and Investment Landscape" report revealed that United invested just over 1.42 billion euros ($1.52 billion) in their squad for that season, surpassing the previous record held by Real Madrid, who had spent 1.33 billion euros in 2020.

Real Madrid will play RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League round 16 on Tuesday. The Spanish giant are in Leipzig and the match will take place at Red Bull Arena. UEFA Champions League round 16 match will kick off at 3 pm (ET) on Tuesday, February 13. One can watch the soccer game between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig on Paramount+. The live streaming will also be available on CBS Sports App.

The NBA has struck a multiyear partnership deal with Emirates, one where the airline will become the title sponsor of the league’s in-season tournament — which will have a new name — and have its logo on referee jerseys in the NBA, WNBA and G League

Barcelona will face off against Copa del Rey runners-up Osasuna in the second semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Barcelona versus Osasuna Spanish Super Cup semi-final match will kick off at 2 pm (ET), on Thursday, January 11.

Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid will play in the first semi-final of Spanish Super Cup 2024 in Saudi Arabia. The second semi-final will be played between Barcelona and Osasuna. Winners will play in the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday. Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid's Spanish Super Cup semi-final will be held at Riyadh's Al-Awwal Park on Wednesday, January 10. The kick off will be at 2 pm (ET) and 11 am (PT). The soccer game can be watched on ESPN 2 and ESPN+. The live streaming will available on FuboTV. One can avail FuboTV's free trial offer.

Zaragoza Spain — Jennifer Hermoso, the Spanish soccer star who received an unsolicited kiss on the mouth after her team won the World Cup, gave evidence in Spain's National Court Tuesday morning against Luis Rubiales, the Spanish former soccer boss who is being investigated over allegations of sexual assault and coercion in connection with the episode. Hermoso's testimony concludes the high-profile criminal inquiry of Rubiales, which was opened days after the World Cup, which took place in Sydney in August. A judge, Francisco de Jorge, must now decide whether to charge Rubiales or to close the case. If de Jorge concludes there is evidence of wrongdoing, Rubiales will face trial on a sexual assault charge — punishable with between one and four years in prison.

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled that soccer’s governing bodies UEFA and FIFA acted contrary to EU competition law by blocking plans for a breakaway Super League

Sony Sports Network has appointed Bollywood’s Gen Z superstar and youth icon Kartik Aaryan as their brand ambassador for football. During his partnership with Sony Sports Network, Kartik will be seen promoting LIVE football action on Sony Sports Network around the year with 900+ matches from marquee football tournaments and leagues, which include UEFA EURO 2024, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, UEFA Nations League, Bundesliga, Emirates FA Cup, Durand Cup, and Roshn Saudi League, amongst others. Kartik Aaryan, who has enthralled audiences with stellar performances on the silver screen, is also known for his enthusiasm and fandom for the game of football. His love for the game began at an early age, and he is a dedicated Real Madrid fan, the most successful club in the history of the UEFA Champions League. Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer of distribution and international Business, and Head of Sports Business, at Sony Pictures Networks India, said: “It gives us immense pleasure to announce Kartik Aaryan as the Brand Ambassador of football on Sony Sports Network.

FIFA Club World Cup 2023 is here and Pep Guardiola's Manchester City will be eyeing to lift the silverware for the first time in Saudi Arabia. If successful, Manchester City could join the ranks of the four Premier League teams that have clinched victory in the tournament. Additionally, Guardiola is aiming for his fourth Club World Cup title, a feat achieved with a third different team, having previously won twice with Barcelona and once with Bayern Munich.

Real Madrid take Bundesliga side Union Berlin on Tuesday night, they will be bidding to make it a perfect Champions League group-stage campaign. While they have already topped Group C, Union Berlin are at the bottom of the section. The hosts must beat Los Blancos and hope that Braga lose to Napoli to claim third. This would help them secure a spot in the Europa League knockout round playoffs. Nenad Bjelica has made a successful start as head coach of Union Berlin, leading the team to one win and one draw since arriving at the end of November.

Paris Saint-Germain owner Qatar Sports Investments has agreed to sell a minority stake to U.S. private equity platform Arctos Partners

Real Madrid will meet Granada CF on Saturday in a Spanish La Liga match. They are at the top of the table with 35 points, while Grenada are ranked 19th with just 7 points. Madrid's Jude Bellingham is at the top of his performance with 11 goals. In their previous match, Real Madrid thrashed Cadiz CF 3-0 as Rodrygo scored two goals. On the other hand, Granada lost to Deportivo Alaves 3-1 in its most recent match on November 24. Myrto Uzuni scored their only goal.

Real Madrid have already reached the round of 16 and they will be in a comfortable position when they meet Napoli in UEFA Champions League. But they will be at the top of the league table if they win or draw the match. The 14-time Champions League winners have all the four matches they have played and they will be the favorites when they take on Napoli at the Bernabeu. On the other hand, Napoli are ranked fourth in Serie A, though they have managed to get some good results in Europe. The next match is crucial for them as they have not yet qualified for the knockout rounds. They could accomplish if if they emerge victorious in Madrid.

La Liga match on Sunday. Real Madrid has 32 points from 13 matches and is at the second place. Cadiz has 10 points from 12 games and is reeling at 16th place. The La Liga soccer game between Real Madrid and Cádiz will be played at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on Sunday, November 26. The kick off is scheduled at 12.30 pm (ET) and 9.30 am (PT). In the US, Real Madrid vs Cádiz soccer game will be live telecast on ESPN+. The live streaming of the game will be available on fubo TV. fubo TV is available on a free trail basis. Real Madrid's match against Cadiz is likely to be a smooth affair for Galacticos as experts predict 3-1 victory for Carlo Ancelotti's side. Madrid visits 16th-place Cadiz on Sunday needing to find replacements for forward Vinícius Júnior and multi-use midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Vinícius tore a leg muscle in his left leg during Brazil's 2-1 loss at Colombia on Friday. That should sideline the player who was key to Madrid winning its 14th European Cup two seasons ago for several weeks. Vinícius' injury leaves Carlo Ancelotti without one of his top scorers after Karim Benzema left in the offseason for Saudi Arabia. Newcomer Jude Bellingham has so far picked up the scoring load with a league-high 10 goals and 13 goals in all competitions. The 23-year-old Vinícius has chipped in with six goals overall. Vinícius' absence could open the door for Joselu to start alongside Rodrygo in attack, and perhaps lead to more minutes for Luka Modric or Brahim Díaz. The 38-year-old Modric has become a second-half substitute for Ancelotti this season after being a career starter.

Xabi Alonso has always done things at his own speed. As a player, it was his coolness, his control, his capacity to wait until precisely the right moment that made him one of the finest midfielders of his generation. As he contemplated the idea of becoming a coach, he saw no reason to change.

Real Madrid is gearing up for a decisive group stage match against Braga in UEFA Champions League. A victory on Real Madrid’s home turf at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu could ensure their place in the round of 16. Real Madrid defeated Braga in the last game and now the Spanish titans are looking to maintain their perfect start in the tournament.

Barcelona are playing Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday. Xavi's men will look to bounce back after El Clasico defeat against Real Madrid last weekend. Sociedad will also be eyeing points after a draw against Rayo Vallecano. Barcelona are at the fourth place with 24 points from 11 games. Real Sociedad are at the fifth position with 19 points from 11 matches.

Maradona displayed football talent at a very early age. At the age of eight, he joined Las Cebollitas (“The Little Onions"), a boys’ team that went on to win 136 consecutive games and a national championship. Maradona signed with Argentinos Juniors at age 14.

Xavi Hernandez is cautiously optimistic that he will be able to count on his top player, forward Robert Lewandowski, for Saturday's Clasico against arch-rivals Real Madrid. After facing serious injury problems in the last few weeks with up to seven players out, Xavi got good news on Friday as Lewandowski, Frenkie de Jong, Jules Kounde, Raphinha and Pedri participated in training before the big game. Defender Jules Kounde and midfielders Pedri and Sergi Roberto have been ruled out, but Lewandowski, De Jong and Raphinha are ahead of schedule in their recoveries and all signs point to last year's LaLiga top scorer being fit to start against Real. «I can't reveal the line-up right now, but (Lewandowski) is fine and I'll make my decision tomorrow,» Xavi told a press conference. «It's complicated (to take risks with injured players) and in the end only those who are 100% will play tomorrow.» Xavi, who had to call up eight academy players for the Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday, praised the club's young talent for delivering at the highest level. Barca secured a hard-fought 2-1 win against Shakhtar thanks to a brilliant display by 20-year-old Fermin Lopez, who is becoming a regular in the first team alongside teenagers Lamine Yamal and Marc Guiu. «The homegrown players give us something extra. They work hard, they know the importance of tomorrow's game and what it means for our people,» Xavi said. «There are more nerves, more emotions, but you have to control them.

Rebecca Loos has made a comeback, shedding new light on her alleged affair with football icon David Beckham, reviving a scandal that captured headlines back in 2004. This affair, concealed in secrecy and speculation for years, has once again taken the spotlight thanks to an intriguing Netflix documentary. Nearly two decades ago, this scandalous affair became a household name when Loos boldly came forward in 2004, disclosing her involvement with the then-Real Madrid player behind his wife Victoria Beckham's back. Now, with the release of Beckham's documentary, the affair has been brought back into the limelight.