#lucas-almeida

#lucas-almeida

"My time with Xabi was a learning experience; I've improved as a person. I couldn't connect with him, but I have a great connection with Arbeloa, and he's given me a lot of confidence, just like [Carlo] Ancelotti did."

When I came to Milan, I went inside the locker room just by myself. I saw the photos and the names around the locker room. I said 'wow'. In front of me, I have Kaka, Seedorf, Pirlo, Gattuso is here, and Maldini. Ronaldo, too. I say 'wow'. I need to play it cool. It was amazing.

Gabriele Borsa was initially not called up for the game but was asked to play at the last minute due to another injury within the camp. He started the game and scored a hat-trick, showcasing his talent and leaving a lasting impression.

It's a magical feeling. I can imagine with the fans it'll be a crazy atmosphere. First, I saw the fans at the airport saying 'Go, Corinthians! Go, Corinthians!' There's a lot of passion from the fans, which is amazing to see. The facilities are amazing. The lads welcomed me with open arms, the coach, the CEO have been really good to me.

Welcome to a new global order. Rio de Janeiro giants Flamengo are champions of Brazil and South America. But even that is not enough, because they want it all. The new format of last year's FIFA Club World Cup has provided them with the means and the opportunity to chase even bigger prizes. And this is the motive for a stunning transfer coup.

The contract is pending the receipt of Gill's International Transfer Certificate (ITC). "Adrian is a young midfielder with U.S. youth national team experience whose development path led him to one of the top academies in the world at Barcelona," Atlanta chief soccer officer and sporting director Chris Henderson said in a news release. "We're pleased to welcome him to the club and add more competition to our group of midfielders."

Liverpool are interested in signing the Brazilian midfielder Allan from Palmeiras. The 21-year-old is a promising young player with a bright future, and Liverpool is working to secure his signature. According to reports from Brazil, the deal could be completed in the coming weeks, with the player joining his new team after the World Cup. The report further claims that Liverpool could seal his signature for 35 million.

When Botafogo subsequently transferred Almada to Atlético Madrid last July, it had yet to pay Atlanta either of two $3 million installments, or subsequent interest on the original transfer. Atlanta took the case to FIFA, which ordered Botafogo to pay the fee in full. Botafogo and owner John Textor later appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which ultimately upheld FIFA's ruling. When payment was still not made, FIFA imposed a three-window transfer ban on Botafogo in December 2025.

"I hope [to one day play with Atlético], I think if I keep doing everything well then one day I'll be able to join," he said during the 2025 summer tournament.