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🎥 Relive Federico Valverde's wonder strikes on his 27th birthday 🎂
🎥 Relive Federico Valverde's wonder strikes on his 27th birthday 🎂 Federico Valverde only knows how to score spectacular goals. Today, the Real Madrid midfielder celebrates his 27th birthday, so there's no better time to reminisce over some of his very best strikes. Advertisement Where it was his thunderous rocket against Napoli in the Champions League, or his sensational solo effort against RCD Mallorca in La Liga - Valverde makes the impossible possible. Which goal is your favourite? Let us know! 📸 Angel Martinez - 2025 Getty Images
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13-07-2025
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FIFA says it has an agreement with soccer players' unions for minimum rest standards
From left, Real Madrid's Federico Valverde, Dani Carvajal, Thibaut Courtois and Aurelien Tchouameni react after a goal by Paris Saint-Germain during the second half of a Club World Cup semifinal soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola (29) makes a pass to the front of the net past Real Madrid's Andriy Lunin (13) during the Club World Cup semifinal soccer match between PSG and Real Madrid in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) FILE - FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks to the media at a welcoming event for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup soccer tournament, April 10, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, file) Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal (2) and Lucas Vazquez (17) compete against Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in (19) for control of the ball during the Club World Cup semifinal soccer match between PSG and Real Madrid in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal (2) and Lucas Vazquez (17) compete against Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in (19) for control of the ball during the Club World Cup semifinal soccer match between PSG and Real Madrid in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) From left, Real Madrid's Federico Valverde, Dani Carvajal, Thibaut Courtois and Aurelien Tchouameni react after a goal by Paris Saint-Germain during the second half of a Club World Cup semifinal soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola (29) makes a pass to the front of the net past Real Madrid's Andriy Lunin (13) during the Club World Cup semifinal soccer match between PSG and Real Madrid in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) FILE - FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks to the media at a welcoming event for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup soccer tournament, April 10, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, file) Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal (2) and Lucas Vazquez (17) compete against Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in (19) for control of the ball during the Club World Cup semifinal soccer match between PSG and Real Madrid in East Rutherford, N.J., Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) FIFA says players' representatives and the sport's governing body have reached a consensus on the need for a period of rest of 72 hours between matches, and agreed that players should enjoy a minimum of 21 days of holidays at the end of each season. The discussions took place on the eve of the Club World Cup final between PSG and Chelsea. The tournament was held during the European offseason and has faced criticism from unions, as an increased focus on player welfare has been leading to calls for mandatory rest periods and a greater emphasis on player safety during matches. Advertisement Days before the start of the month-long Club World Cup, soccer chiefs faced renewed calls to safeguard players over growing fears of injuries and burnout. Last month, France's union of professional soccer players launched a scathing attack on the competition, saying it is 'urgent to stop this massacre' amid ongoing concerns about extreme player workloads. FIFA president Gianni Infantino and other officials from soccer's governing body met with representatives of players' unions from around the world in New York. FIFA hailed the discussions as 'progressive,' adding that players' health is a 'top priority.' 'There is a consensus that there must be at least 72 hours of rest between matches, and that players should have a rest period / holiday of at least 21 days at the end of each season,' FIFA said. 'This period should be managed individually by each club and the respective players also depending on their match calendars and taking into account applicable collective agreements.' Enforcing a 72-hour period strictly could mean big adjustments to some game schedules and TV deals. FIFA didn't indicate how it would work in practice. European teams playing in the Europa League late Thursday evening routinely play domestic league games on the following Sunday. With a strict 72-hour break, they might have to wait until Monday to play again. Advertisement That would be a major headache for the German Bundesliga. It abolished Monday evening games in 2021 after years of protests by fans who wanted easier-to-attend weekend kickoffs. When it introduced the unpopular Monday kickoffs four season earlier, the German league argued it would mean more rest for Europa League teams. The new Bundesliga TV deal starting next season doesn't include any Monday games, either. FIFA added that a rest day per week should also be allowed and that travel demands as well as climate conditions will also factor into future competition planning. The Club World Cup involving 32 of the world's top teams has faced pushback since FIFA announced it would be added to an already saturated calendar. The tournament should be played every four years, sandwiched in between the men's World Cup, European Championship and Copa America. It went ahead against the backdrop of legal challenges in Europe, strike threats and repeated concerns over players' mental and physical welfare due to too many games. ___ James Ellingworth in Düsseldorf, Germany, contributed to this story.
New York Times
09-07-2025
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Real Madrid's Club World Cup semi-final preparation disrupted by flight delay
Real Madrid failed to attend their pre-match media activities ahead of Wednesday's Club World Cup semi-final against Paris St. Germain following a flight delay caused by storms in the Miami and New York areas. Coach Xabi Alonso's press conference and the mixed zone interview session with players Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde and Jacobo Ramón were initially scheduled for 7:30 and 7:45 pm ET respectively, at MetLife Stadium. Advertisement However, Madrid's scheduled 4 pm flight from the team's Miami base was delayed an hour by adverse weather conditions. FIFA initially delayed Alonso's press conference to 8:15 pm and made plans to scrap the mixed zone. The Athletic learned from a Madrid source at 7:28 pm that the team was still in mid-air and then, six minutes later, FIFA announced the cancellation of all Madrid press activities for the day. Madrid touched down safely at 8:52 pm. 'He's not coming?! Really?!' PSG coach Luis Enrique said, when informed by The Athletic that Alonso wouldn't do his press conference. 'It doesn't change anything to me, I didn't know about the flight, I hope they can arrive normally.' Madrid had initially planned to stay in New York ahead of the semifinal after defeating Borussia Dortmund in last weekend's quarterfinal. However, the club changed plans during the tournament. After investing heavily in their base in Palm Beach, Fla., the decision was made to return there while preparing for the final stages of the competition. The required attendance of media activities is covered under the Club World Cup's list of regulations, with section 4.3 (e) stating the clubs are responsible for 'attending all media conferences and other media activities organised by FIFA in accordance with the FIFA Media and Marketing Regulations, as well as with any other FIFA circular letters, guidelines, directives and/or decisions.' Section 4.5 adds: 'All participating clubs undertake to ensure that their players and officials attend and participate in all official activities and events including, without limitation, any Team Arrival Meeting, Match Coordination Meeting, press conference and other media and marketing activities in accordance with the FIFA Media and Marketing Regulations.' FIFA had not responded to a request for comment from The Athletic by the time of publication, but a Real Madrid spokesperson said the club was not anticipating any fine or discipline for missing out on its obligation.
Japan Times
02-07-2025
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Mbappe edging closer to full fitness as Real reach last eight
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Kylian Mbappe was edging closer to full fitness ahead of the Club World Cup quarterfinals after his side eliminated Juventus 1-0 in the last 16 on Tuesday. Mbappe made his long-awaited debut in the tournament as a second-half substitute following a bout of gastroenteritis that sidelined him during the group stage. Alonso expressed optimism that the France striker would be sharper in time for Saturday's quarterfinal clash against Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey. "I think day by day he will get better, and by the time of the quarters he should be in much better shape," Alonso told a press conference. "We'll keep checking in with him every day.' In Mbappe's absence, Gonzalo Garcia deputized brilliantly, scoring the only goal on Tuesday for his third of the tournament. Midfielder Federico Valverde was instrumental in Madrid's hard-fought win, creating countless chances and earning praise from Alonso, who hailed the Uruguayan as a "complete player' with leadership qualities that lift the entire team. Vinicius Jr.'s positioning was another focal point, with Alonso explaining tactical tweaks that shifted the Brazilian back to his favoured left flank in the second half. "We saw that giving him width allowed him to attack better from outside in,' Alonso said. Defensively, Alonso credited his players' collective discipline for limiting Juventus's chances, highlighting Real's continued improvement at the back with only two goals conceded across four matches in the tournament so far.
CNA
01-07-2025
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Mbappe edging closer to full fitness as Real reach Club World Cup last eight
MIAMI :Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Kylian Mbappe was edging closer to full fitness ahead of the Club World Cup quarter-finals after his side eliminated Juventus 1-0 in the last 16 on Tuesday. Mbappe made his long-awaited debut in the tournament as a second-half substitute following a bout of gastroenteritis that sidelined him during the group stage. Alonso expressed optimism that the France striker would be sharper in time for Saturday's quarter-final clash against Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey. "I think day by day he will get better, and by the time of the quarters he should be in much better shape," Alonso told a press conference. 'We'll keep checking in with him every day.' In Mbappe's absence, Gonzalo Garcia deputised brilliantly, scoring the only goal on Tuesday for his third of the tournament. Midfielder Federico Valverde was instrumental in Madrid's hard-fought win, creating countless chances and earning praise from Alonso, who hailed the Uruguayan as a 'complete player' with leadership qualities that lift the entire team. Vinicius Jr.'s positioning was another focal point, with Alonso explaining tactical tweaks that shifted the Brazilian back to his favoured left flank in the second half. 'We saw that giving him width allowed him to attack better from outside in,' Alonso said. Defensively, Alonso credited his players' collective discipline for limiting Juventus's chances, highlighting Real's continued improvement at the back with only two goals conceded across four matches in the tournament so far.
