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Universitario: worst defense of the Cuper era

Universitario: worst defense of the Cuper era

The 'U' has already conceded 16 goals in the 2026 Clausura, more than in any of the last seven short tournaments, and Cuper's change of formation hasn't stopped the bleeding.

By EnPelotas Staff
Inter and Man United Tracking River Keeper Beltran

Inter and Man United Tracking River Keeper Beltran

With contract renewal talks stalled, the goalkeeper's agency is weighing a move to Europe even though his River Plate deal runs through 2027.

Mbappé misses France training with flu

Mbappé misses France training with flu

The French captain was absent from the session in Clairefontaine days before Zidane's side travels to face Turkey in the Nations League.

Liga Profesional de Argentina

AFA Unveils Recopa de Campeones Starting 2027

The competition will bring together the champions of the Copa Argentina, the Supercopa Argentina and the Supercopa Internacional for three matches to crown a "super champion."

Copa Sudamericana

CONMEBOL Summons Santiago Arias Over Bribery Claim

The Uruguayan midfielder, who has already publicly walked back his comments, must testify before the Disciplinary Unit on September 30 via videoconference.

Liga Premier

Robertson: Jota's death marked Liverpool

The former defender revealed that the locker room, including the newly arrived signings, lost its competitive edge after the tragedy, and explained the role Slot and the club psych...

Luis Díaz names Harry Kane as Ballon d'Or favorite

Luis Díaz names Harry Kane as Ballon d'Or favorite

The Colombian also spoke about the national team after the World Cup, his Ballon d'Or nomination alongside Julián Quiñones and Bayern's ambitions this season.

Copa Chile: how the round of 16 shapes up

Copa Chile: how the round of 16 shapes up

With the Campeonato Nacional on break for Fiestas Patrias, Colo Colo, Catolica and la U already have dates and times set for their first-leg matches.

Amistosos Internacionales

Prestianni: "I'm happy in Europe" and not thinking about River

The Benfica winger, called up to the national team, made clear that for now his priority is to keep developing in European soccer rather than think about a return to the club that ...

Deportes

America hosts Aguilas to stop the slide

The Liga BetPlay leader is coming off a loss to Pasto and a draw with Tolima, and now faces Aguilas with the top spot on the line.

Mexico Still Without a Golden Boot Winner Since Hugo Sanchez, 36 Years Ago

Mexico Still Without a Golden Boot Winner Since Hugo Sanchez, 36 Years Ago

Since Hugo Sanchez's 38 goals in 1989/1990, names like Chicharito, Vela, Chucky Lozano and Santiago Gimenez have come close to Europe's scoring titles, but none has managed to deth...

Casadó has collarbone surgery after Deportivo injury

Casadó has collarbone surgery after Deportivo injury

The Barcelona loanee, who had just settled into the starting lineup, could be sidelined for 2 to 3 months after a successful operation.

Deportes

Santa Fe hosts Cali with both clubs on the upswing

Separated by just one point in the standings, the Cardinals and the Sugar Millers arrive with growing confidence after putting their rough patches behind them.

Mbappé: How Close He Came to Liverpool in 2017

Mbappé: How Close He Came to Liverpool in 2017

The Frenchman revealed that his mother fell in love with Anfield and that Klopp circled the skies with him in a plane to try to win him over, before he ultimately chose PSG.

Deportes

Barcelona Returning to Olympic Stadium in 2027 for Camp Nou Work

The team will move back to Montjuic while the renovation is completed, in a project that now costs close to 2 billion euros and must be finished before the 2029 Champions League fi...

Hayes: US Missing Development Window from 17 to 21

Hayes: US Missing Development Window from 17 to 21

After another round-of-16 exit at the Under-20 World Cup, the senior national team coach insists the issue isn't talent, it's a lack of playing time and cohesion among young player...

Feyenoord: Three Giants Chase Givairo Read

Feyenoord: Three Giants Chase Givairo Read

Givairo Read has racked up four assists in seven matches and already turned down offers from Nottingham Forest and Roma.

Gyan named Club and Player Relations Manager in Ghana

Gyan named Club and Player Relations Manager in Ghana

The Black Stars' all-time leading scorer will serve as the link between Queiroz, the players and their clubs heading into 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.

Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria's qualifying opener

Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria's qualifying opener

The Galatasaray striker did not recover in time from a muscle injury, and Eric Chelle made an emergency call-up for Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of the matches against Madagascar and Guinea...

Ghana without Kudus for opener against Ivory Coast

Ghana without Kudus for opener against Ivory Coast

Queiroz opted to protect the Tottenham forward's recovery and had to add nine new names at the last minute for the clash in Bouake.

Lanús edges Estudiantes 2-1 with clinical finishing

Lanús edges Estudiantes 2-1 with clinical finishing

The "Granate" won at home with goals from Lobos and Salvio, weathered a late strike from González Pírez, and took the three points despite being heavily outplayed in possession and...

UEFA Liga de Naciones

Zidane debuts with France against Turkey in Nations League

Without Koundé, Saliba or Camavinga due to injury, the new French coach opens the 2026/2027 Nations League on Turkish soil.

Florentin Header Gives Independiente Win Over Barracas

Florentin Header Gives Independiente Win Over Barracas

A headed goal from Jose Florentin in the 11th minute was enough for Independiente Rivadavia to beat a Barracas Central side that dominated possession but lacked a finishing touch, ...

UEFA Liga de Naciones

Portugal-Wales: Jorge Jesus Debuts With Cristiano on the Field

On Thursday, September 24, at Estádio José Alvalade, the 2026/2027 Nations League kicks off with the new Portuguese coach facing a Wales side looking to bounce back from its last d...

Duván Vergara: deleted América photos over unpaid debt

Duván Vergara: deleted América photos over unpaid debt

The Racing player explained that wiping the Cali club's images from his Instagram was his way of calling out a financial commitment that, he says, América has not honored in more t...

Brasileirão

CBF cuts foreign player limit in Brasileirão

The current cap of nine foreign players per match will drop gradually until returning to five in 2030, while the mandatory minimum of under-23 players climbs at the same time.

Liga MX

Senate Pushes Law for Promotion and Relegation in Mexico

The Femexfut commissioner and the Liga MX president were invited to the dialogue table but never showed up, while Senator Clemente Castañeda prepares a reform that would make sport...

Australia Calls Up Velupillay After Two Withdrawals Ahead of Brazil

Australia Calls Up Velupillay After Two Withdrawals Ahead of Brazil

Touré and Robertson were pulled from the squad on medical advice from their clubs, and Popovic brought in just one replacement for the friendlies against Ancelotti's Brazil.

Azmoun back with Iran after World Cup exclusion

Azmoun back with Iran after World Cup exclusion

Iran's all-time leading scorer was called up for friendlies against Uzbekistan and Russia ahead of January's Asian Cup.

Aldosivi Beats Atlético Tucumán 1-0

Aldosivi Beats Atlético Tucumán 1-0

A curling strike from Tomás Fernández and a VAR-overturned goal defined Aldosivi's 1-0 win over Atlético Tucumán at José María Minella, in Argentina's Primera División.

    
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