This Thursday, October 1, kicks off with the Cristiano Ronaldo earthquake, but that’s not all.
Let’s go over the five news stories of the day…
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The Albiceleste begin their revolution without Leo Messi, and that is where Nico Paz comes into the picture.
The Como player looks set to be one of Argentina’s leaders, and he proved it against Bolivia.
The former Real Madrid man scored the 2-0 and assisted ‘Cuti‘ Romero for the third, putting in a great performance.
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Cristiano Ronaldo did not play a single minute against Norway, something that made him very angry with his national team coach, Jorge Jesus.
As a result, he did not train with his teammates for three days and, after his coach’s press conference, decided to leave the training camp.
Now back in Madrid, the Portuguese star risks a suspension of around six months from the ‘Seleçao’ for his snub, according to ‘A Bola’.
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Raphinha has left the Brazil camp due to injury.
The FC Barcelona forward suffered a minor muscle edema and will not play for the ‘Canarinha’ against India.
Now it remains to be seen how long the Brazilian star will be sidelined.
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The Spanish national team suffered the setback of Grimaldo’s injury in the match against Croatia at the Pizjuán.
With the muscular problem, the Atlético de Madrid full-back left the camp and already has a replacement.
The man taking his place is Fran García, Betis‘s left-back.
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After Manchester City were found guilty on 115 charges following the Premier League’s complaint, Pep Guardiola came out in defense of his club.
This is what he posted on his social media: “I want every Manchester City fan to know that I am here; more than ever. I have always been, I am, and I always will be behind my club, my owner, my chairman, Ferran, the players, the staff, Enzo, and you, our only fans. Let me be clear: we will get through this together. I love you all“
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