This Tuesday, Lionel Messi celebrated his 38th birthday with a Smurfs-themed cake. In Club World Cup news, Bayern Munich’s substitutes watched their match against Benfica from the dressing room due to extreme heat, while OL faces relegation to Ligue 2 after a DNCG review.
Hosts Switzerland face tournament favorites Spain in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals after reaching this stage for the first time, while Spain boasts an impressive 14 goals in the group stage. The match kicks off at 8pm BST on July 18 in Bern, with coverage on BBC One and iPlayer, as both teams aim to advance to the semifinals. Need More Context? 🔎
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The Colorado Rapids are reportedly finalizing a move for Colombian youth international winger Alexis Manyoma from Estudiantes, aiming to enhance their attacking options as they pursue a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Manyoma, 22, has been a standout since joining Estudiantes in 2023, contributing to multiple cup victories, and is expected to be added under the MLS U-22 initiative. Need More Context? 🔎
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England's captain Leah Williamson rolled her ankle during the Euro 2025 win against Sweden, and her condition will be assessed before the semi-final against Italy. Despite the victory, concerns arose as Lauren James and Lucy Bronze also showed signs of fatigue, with Wiegman praising Bronze's resilience after she played through injury to score a decisive penalty in the shoot-out. Need More Context? 🔎
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