Pep Guardiola set to sign a new one-year contract with Manchester City.
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola is set to extend his stay at the club, entering his final year of his current contract. According to The Athletic, the Spaniard has agreed to a one-year extension with an option for an additional year, which will soon be made official. The new deal will extend Guardiola’s tenure to over a decade, during which he has amassed six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, and a Champions League trophy. Despite his success, City are facing challenges this season. They await the verdict of a hearing regarding 115 alleged financial rule breaches and have endured poor form, losing four consecutive games for the first time since 2006. Guardiola, in his worst managerial run, will aim to reverse fortunes when City face Tottenham on Saturday. Upcoming matches include Feyenoord in the Champions League and a critical trip to Anfield against Liverpool.
🚨🔵 Pep Guardiola has agreed to stay at Manchester City for one more season!
New contract to be valid until June 2026, as @SamLee reports — with an option to extend until June 2027.
As revealed in October, City was always confident to keep Pep — never spoke to other coaches. pic.twitter.com/b0Rw4lrhb8
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 19, 2024
Gerardo “Tata” Martino will resign from his role as Inter Miami’s head coach.
After a surprising elimination from the MLS 2024 Playoffs, Gerardo “Tata” Martino is set to step down as Inter Miami’s head coach, according to a reliable source. Martino, who joined the club in July 2023 shortly before Lionel Messi’s arrival, is reportedly leaving for personal reasons. Although the news hasn’t been officially announced, a press conference is tentatively scheduled for Friday with Martino and team officials. Under Martino’s leadership, Inter Miami achieved remarkable success, finishing with the best regular-season record in MLS history and winning two trophies: the 2023 Leagues Cup and the Supporters’ Shield. However, the club was eliminated in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs. Martino, 61, previously coached Messi at Barcelona and with Argentina’s national team, reuniting with him in South Florida. With training camp for the 2025 season starting in January, Miami and co-owner David Beckham will begin the search for a new head coach.
🚨🇺🇸 Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino leaves Inter Miami job as he won’t be the head coach next season.
Decision made by the Argentinian coach, as @tombogert reported. pic.twitter.com/sZPjdldE8I
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 19, 2024
Netflix announces a new Vinicius Jr. documentary which will be released in 2025.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. will be the subject of a new Netflix documentary set for release in 2025. The film will offer an in-depth look at the life and career of the Brazilian forward, tracing his journey from São Gonçalo to becoming one of football’s brightest talents at the Santiago Bernabéu. At 24, Vinicius is a key figure for Los Blancos, playing a pivotal role in their recent La Liga and Champions League triumphs. The documentary promises behind-the-scenes insights into his rise to fame and his experiences as one of the game’s top players. Vinicius narrowly missed out on the 2024 Ballon d’Or, losing to Manchester City’s Rodri—a decision that sparked controversy and led to a Real Madrid boycott of the ceremony. Currently, Real Madrid sit second in La Liga, trailing Barcelona by six points, and face Leganes after the international break.
Vini Jr., a documentary about the life and career of the 24-year-old Brazilian football idol, is coming to Netflix in 2025. pic.twitter.com/qwccKNE7qC
— Netflix (@netflix) November 19, 2024
Jayson Tatum stars as the Celtics end the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 15-game win streak.
The Boston Celtics handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the season on Tuesday night, defeating the league’s hottest team 120-117. Jayson Tatum led the defending champions with 33 points and 12 rebounds, while Derrick White added 19 points. The Cavaliers, who had won 15 consecutive games, fell short of claiming the second-longest undefeated start in NBA history, tying instead with the 1993-94 Rockets and 1948-49 Capitols. The Celtics dominated early, leading by 17 at halftime behind stellar three-point shooting and extending the lead to 21 in the third quarter. However, Cleveland fought back with an 18-3 run, cutting the lead to two on five occasions but never tying or overtaking Boston. Donovan Mitchell’s 35 points and Evan Mobley’s 22 points weren’t enough for the Cavaliers. Boston improved to 12-3 and will face the Wizards next in the NBA Cup.
CELTICS SNAP CAVS 15-GAME WIN STREAK AND HAND THEM FIRST LOSS OF SEASON 😱 pic.twitter.com/2RaFhUnIIg
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 20, 2024
Argentina defeats Peru, all thanks to Lionel Messi’s beautiful assist.
Lionel Messi once again came to Argentina’s rescue in their 1-0 victory over Peru in CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying on Tuesday night. After a shock loss to Paraguay last week, Messi delivered a moment of magic, beating three defenders to set up Lautaro Martínez with a sublime assist. The Inter Milan striker capitalized with a stunning overhead kick in the 55th minute, securing all three points. The assist marked Messi’s 58th in international football, tying him with Landon Donovan for the most ever. Despite a lackluster first half, Argentina returned energized after halftime, finding the breakthrough early in the second half. Peru put up a resilient defensive effort but failed to break through Argentina’s solid backline, anchored by Enzo Fernández and Rodrigo De Paul. With the win, Argentina remains atop the CONMEBOL WCQ standings, amassing 25 points from 12 matches.
FT: 🇦🇷 Argentina 1-0 Peru 🇵🇪
⚽️ Lautaro Martínez pic.twitter.com/wyRtqV6Gyi
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) November 20, 2024