Cristiano Ronaldo gets emotional as he reaches a new goal-scoring milestone.
Five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to set new football records, further cementing his legendary status. The Portuguese star extended his all-time goal-scoring record with his 131st goal for Portugal and the 900th of his career, finishing off a perfect cross from Nuno Mendes on Thursday night at Estadio da Luz. The Al-Nassr forward showed emotion after scoring, although Croatia soon responded with a Dalot own goal just before half-time. Considered one of the greatest footballers ever, Ronaldo has won every major trophy available to him, except the World Cup, during his illustrious career with clubs like Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Juventus. Approaching 40, he remains a key player for both club and country. Following the Nations League match against Croatia, Portugal faces Scotland on Sunday, and it’s uncertain whether coach Roberto Martinez will start or rest Ronaldo.
✨🇵🇹 Cristiano Ronaldo makes history scoring his 900th career goal for club and country!
Legend. 🎞️ pic.twitter.com/LqViV8B2fY
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 5, 2024
Sha’Carri Richardson emerges winner in 100m diamond League rematch.
American sprinter, Sha’Carri Richardson overtook Julien Alfred in the final moments to win the 100m at a Diamond League meet in Zurich, Switzerland. This was the first race for both sprinters since the Olympics. Richardson, who had previously lost to Alfred in Paris, started behind but surged ahead in the final stretch to claim victory. Her time of 10.84 seconds marked an improvement from her Olympic performance, where she ran 10.87 seconds. Alfred, who had won gold in Paris with a 10.72-second finish, fell short this time. Richardson, favored to win the Olympic 100m and having posted a remarkable 10.65 at the World Championships last year, took silver in Paris while Alfred earned St. Lucia’s first-ever Olympic medal. Richardson’s improved performance is attributed to a lighter schedule and her coach, Edrick Floreal.
🇺🇸Sha'Carri Richardson runs 10.84 to beat 🇱🇨Julien Alfred in the Olympic 100m rematch! #ZurichDL pic.twitter.com/lEmqaI4L2d
— Travis Miller (@travismillerx13) September 5, 2024
Steven Bergwijn hits back at Ronald Koeman with scathing comments.
Dutch winger, Steven Bergwijn has responded sharply to Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman’s recent decision to exclude him from the national team’s squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany. Koeman criticized Bergwijn’s move from Ajax to Al-Ittihad and suggested that the winger won’t feature for the Netherlands again under his tenure. Bergwijn, who was part of the Netherlands squad reaching the Euro 2024 semi-finals, expressed his dissatisfaction in an interview with Telegraaf. He stated, “I don’t even want to play for Ronald Koeman anymore. I won’t play for someone who portrays me like he has in the media. He should have reached out to hear my side of the story before making such statements.”
Éder Militão ruled out of Real Sociedad game due to muscle injury.
Real Madrid defender Éder Militão has left Brazil’s training camp ahead of their South American World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay due to a leg injury, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Thursday. The CBF’s statement revealed that Militão suffered a minor injury to his right thigh during training on Wednesday. Following tests conducted on Thursday, the injury was confirmed, and the CBF extended their support and well wishes for his recovery. Militão’s injury adds to Real Madrid’s concerns, as Aurélien Tchouaméni, Dani Ceballos, and Ferland Mendy are already sidelined due to injuries during the international break. This news will worry Real Madrid fans, as Militão was out for 213 days last season after a cruciate ligament tear, missing much of the action as his teammates went on to win La Liga and the Champions League.
⚪️⚠️ Real Madrid expect Éder Militão to miss Real Sociedad game due to muscle injury.
He’s already left Brazil camp and new tests will follow to understand how long he will be out. pic.twitter.com/IRdi2MtHob
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 6, 2024
Ángel Di María gets emotional after Messi’s farewell message.
Argentina legend, Ángel Di María, a key player alongside Lionel Messi in Argentina’s Qatar 2022 World Cup triumph, has retired from international football after earning 145 caps. He concluded his career on a high note by helping Argentina win another title at the 2024 Copa America. While Messi, recovering from injury in Florida, couldn’t attend Di María’s farewell at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, he sent a heartfelt video message: “I wish I could be there on this special night, but I’m recovering to return soon. Enjoy this tribute—you truly deserve it for all you’ve given us. We’ll miss you.” Di María, visibly moved, expressed his pride and love for the team, saying, “Now I’ll be a fan, cheering from the stands at future Copa Américas and World Cups. We’ll keep going strong; this team has a lot of heart.”
❤️🇦🇷 Ángel Di Maria: “Now I’ll be just another fan, cheering the team on from up there”.
“I’ll go to all the Copa Américas and World Cups”.
“We will surely keep going this way because this team has a lot of guts”. pic.twitter.com/DwTeSvC1iZ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 5, 2024