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Will Rodri join Real Madrid? Transfer latest on Man City and Spain's World Cup star

Spain's World Cup-winning captain is reportedly keen on joining Real Madrid. But could a deal really happen this summer?

2026-07-22

World Cup, Ballon d’Or, Champions League, Euros … has Rodri completed football? | The Knowledge

Plus: the most World Cup assists, Ballon d’Or winners with fewest caps and what happens to World Cup balls?Mail us with your all of your questions and answers“Adding the World Cup to his résumé means Rodri has now won the World Cup, the European Championship, the Champions League, and the Ballon d’Or,” writes Owen Bagnall. “Has anyone else ‘completed football’ like this?”They have but it’s a small, elite list. Continue reading...

2026-07-22

Football 2026: Morgan Rogers joins Chelsea for British-record fee, Real Madrid reconsider blockbuster move for Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, latest football transfer news

Star shatters record in $223m switch to PL giant; City rocked by move for WC hero — Transfers

2026-07-21

Who is favourite to win the Ballon d’Or after the World Cup? Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Rodri lead race

After a thrilling World Cup 2026, the sport’s top individual prize will be decided in October in London, with England and Bayern Munich’s Kane the current favourite

2026-07-21

Leandro Paredes refuses to apologise for World Cup final 'punches' as FIFA overturn red

Argentina star Leandro Paredes, who violently attacked Spain's stars following the World Cup final, has not apologised for his actions. The midfielder has instead expressed pride in his side's efforts during the tournament. Paredes was spotted kicking and punching as he shoved Eric Garcia to the ground and grappled with Gavi, interrupting Spain's celebrations. Nauel Molina appeared to instigate the violent altercation by throwing a punch at Manchester City star Rodri. During the post-match drama, it was claimed that Paredes was shown a red card for his actions. However, the red card was removed from the record, and FIFA took no disciplinary action, according to BBC Sport . No apology was forthcoming in Paredes first public words following the chaos. Paredes wrote: "Thank you, Argentina! I love you today and always. Today, I write with a heavy heart, having been unable to bring our country the joy it so richly deserves. "But with a chest full of pride for having given everything we had and for flying our flag at the very top once again! Thank you to everyone who was part of this national team. "To this group of players who gave their all to represent this jersey, fighting for it until the very last second of every match! It was an honour to be part of the best Argentine national team in history." While a red card is not on record, FIFA have confirmed that they will investigate what took place. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page A statement read: ”Following an assessment of the relevant match reports for the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, and in line with article 36 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC), the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has appointed a Disciplinary and Ethics Prosecutor to investigate potential breaches of the FDC with regard to the post-match incidents.” "Paredes threw two or three haymakers into someone's face. He went for them. There is no place or space for that," Alan Shearer said on commentary. "We know how much it means to them and we know how much it hurts to lose, but there is a way to lose. Too many times we have seen that from Argentina. The reaction after the final whistle is terrible." Joe Hart added: "The game's done, they can have absolutely no complaints about what happened today. Disgusting behaviour." Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni suggested his team 'knew how to lose', when speaking after the final. "We are gracious in victory, and we must be gracious in defeat," he said. "Today, we are showing that we know how to lose. We lost the match, and we accept it, but that doesn't mean we stop living or forget everything we did to get here." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

2026-07-21

Trump's height questioned after viral FIFA clip

A viral World Cup final video showing Trump beside Spain star Rodri has reignited questions about the president's reported height.

2026-07-21

Ballon d’Or power rankings: Rodri, Messi, Harry Kane among favorites to win soccer's MVP after 2026 World Cup

The 2026 Ballon d'Or field is wide open, and there are some heavy hitters in the mix to bring home the trophy.

2026-07-20

Canada holds spot in FIFA rankings after World Cup

Canada holds spot in FIFA rankings after World Cup

2026-07-20

A big red speaker, Louis Vuitton trophy trunks and a tattoo bet – how Spain celebrated World Cup win

Luis de la Fuente’s team was the best at the tournament by some margin but are not satisfied yet with focus now on ‘the next game in September’On the night that Spain won their first World Cup in 2010, Rodrigo Hernández was on camp somewhere lost in the woods of Connecticut. He had been canoeing when the selección beat Germany in the semi-final, upset to have missed it, and for the final he convinced one of the supervisors to let him watch, alone, on a mini-laptop in the hut where the staff slep...

2026-07-20

Spain’s metronome: the statistics behind Rodri’s superb World Cup campaign

Midfielder’s supreme passing was too much for Argentina to handle in the final but his work without the ball proved just as crucial Rodri is back to his best after multiple injury problems. The former Ballon d’Or winner has started only 22 games since rupturing his ACL in September 2024 but you would have no idea from his performances at the World Cup that he had suffered so badly in the previous two years.The 30-year-old was already leading several statistical categories coming into Sunday’s fi...

2026-07-20