#football-career

#football-career

My mother and father came from working-class environments, and we were a working-class family. My father constantly worked night shifts, and at weekends he took the team I played for. My mother was always around, and also worked two or three jobs just to look after my sister and me. She had a work ethic to look after a family and do the very best for us, like all mothers have, he went on.

"I wanted to go out and enjoy my time with my friends and having a night out," Rooney told former United team mate Rio Ferdinand. "It got to a point where I went too far, of course it did. That was a moment in my life where I was struggling massively with alcohol. Massively struggling and I didn't think I could turn to anyone. I didn't really want to because I didn't want to put that burden on anyone."

In the final moments before Saturday's match, Tyrhys Dolan will pick up his phone and look at the photo of Jeremy Wisten, the best friend for whom he would give it all up. He will touch the No 24 on his shirt, chosen to commemorate the day Jeremy died, aged 18. And then he will head out to where it all comes to him and it all leaves him too. I feel nervous every game, Dolan says, but when I'm walking though the tunnel it's like it's all dropping off me, the shackles fall. All the graft, everything you gave to get here, this is it, now you're free.

Lassana Diarra has successfully appealed a CAS ruling that required him to pay 10 million to Lokomotiv Moscow due to a previous breach of contract.

"In December 2020, I got on FaceTime with [my mum], and I was sobbing. I was at my flat in Brighton, and she was back home in Buenos Aires. I had lost my head."

Lamine is so young, he can enjoy the life. He has to enjoy the life because everything, not only in football, but outside of it, is in front of him. Of course, that will be also a tough moment for him, how to handle it, all things around him. For sure, that will be not easy but he has to also enjoy everything.

It was a perfect moment. Sharing these beautiful moments are something that I will never forget and I will always appreciate it - from the fans, the players and the gaffer.

"When you're doing what you love to do, you want to honor the game by being great, not in an arrogant way but in a way to show respect and gratitude for all those who came before you."

"Football has given me more than I could have ever imagined. Purpose, discipline, brotherhood, and a platform to impact others. But most importantly it showed me who I am outside the game."

I credit my father as "my idol, my coach, and my anchor." He taught me what it meant to let go when the time was right.

"I am very happy to join Rangers, it is one of the biggest clubs in Scotland and in Europe," Djiga said. "I will try to give everything, to play every game and I think it is the best team for me."

Jamie Vardy, the 38-year-old striker, is determined to continue his football career at the highest level after leaving Leicester City, despite being a free agent.

Müller came on as a substitute in the 80th minute and appeared to draw a penalty in the waning seconds of stoppage time when PSG's Nuno Mendes delivered a high challenge in the area.

Jota said, "It is a remarkable achievement for a small guy that came from Gondomar, where I had this dream. To arrive at this moment was outstanding."

After reflecting on my experiences and who I am, I've realised I want to live with purpose to inspire and motivate others.

I want to officially announce my retirement, not with sadness, but with pride, gratitude and excitement for the next chapter ahead.

I made a decision and I listened to my heart. Santos is not just my team, it's my home, my roots, my history and my life. Here I was a boy who became a man, and I am truly loved. Here I can be myself, truly happy. This is where I want to fulfil the dreams that are missing in my career. And nothing's going to stop me.

Fiete Arp's move to Odense Boldklub signifies a chance for a fresh start as he seeks to revive his once-promising football career after numerous setbacks.

Wes Schweitzer retires after nine seasons in the NFL, being placed on the retirement list by the Patriots following brief tenures with the Jets and Washington.

Jefferson Louis's football journey is remarkable, stretching from his debut in 1996 until his final transfer in 2025, showcasing his resilience and adaptability throughout many club changes.

Kroos believes that if Wirtz sees a move to England as the best career step, he should pursue it, having the ability to succeed globally.

I thoroughly enjoyed this season, getting promoted, winning the league - it all fell into place nicely.

It's disappointing to lose a good friend; he's an amazing player and an amazing person. His legacy will always be there, he's done so much for this club.

"He is held in the highest regard by everyone at the club and he is loved by our fans like no other player in recent history."

Peterson's journey in the NFL, marked by accolades and controversies, showcases the complexity of player-team relationships and his enduring legacy with the Cardinals.