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Weekly football update: exciting tributes, on-field drama

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Mbappe wins Real Madrid Player of the Month award amid outstanding performance

Weekly football update: exciting tributes, on-field drama

Real Madrid’s star forward Kylian Mbappe After some impressive performances, he was named the club’s Player of the Month for September. The 25-year-old Frenchman has shaken off a slow start to his Madrid career with six goals in five games.

Mbappe expressed his gratitude to the fans through the club’s official media channels.

“I am very happy and grateful to the Real Madrid fans and happy to be their Player of the Month. “The most important thing is that I can win matches throughout this month and win this award again.”

Looking ahead, Mbappe acknowledged the challenges facing Real Madrid ahead of important matches against Celta Vigo, Borussia Dortmund and FC Barcelona.

“We now have three very important games coming up and we want to win them. “The team and I are ready and we hope to achieve a good performance for all Real Madrid fans.”

Messi supports Lautaro Martinez as Ballon d’Or winner after ‘great year’

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lionel messi Argentina throws his support behind team mates Lautaro Martinez The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner has revealed that the Inter Milan striker deserves the award “more than anyone else”.

Martinez has enjoyed a stellar season, topping the Serie A scoring charts while leading Inter to their 20th league title. He also won the Copa America Golden Boot and scored in the final, helping Argentina win their second consecutive continental title.

Messi said this after scoring a hat trick against Bolivia.

“[Lautaro] We had a brilliant year. He scored in: [Copa América] He advanced to the finals and was the top scorer. “He deserves the Ballon d’Or more than anyone else.”

Other contenders for the prestigious award include Manchester City. roadie And Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr.It also received support from Brazilian icon Neymar.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s frustration boils over after Portugal’s draw with Scotland

A soccer player wearing a lightweight jersey with number 7 on it adds drama by making a thumbs-down gesture in front of the goal net.A soccer player wearing a lightweight jersey with number 7 on it adds drama by making a thumbs-down gesture in front of the goal net.A soccer player wearing a lightweight jersey with number 7 on it adds drama by making a thumbs-down gesture in front of the goal net.

Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal could not hide their frustration as they were held to a goalless draw with Scotland in the UEFA Nations League. The 39-year-old forward left the pitch visibly shaken as the final whistle blew, flashing two thumbs down.

Fans took to social media to comment on Ronaldo’s reaction, with some expressing their disappointment. His frustration appears to have stemmed from the referee blowing his whistle before Portugal were awarded a late corner kick.

Despite several chances to score, Ronaldo failed to find the back of the net in what could be his final appearance on English soil. portuguese manager Roberto Martinez Commenting on the incident:

“I didn’t know [of Ronaldo’s reaction]. I will look into it and respond. We worked hard and controlled the game but maybe something was missing. I want to give credit to Scotland. “The goalkeeper did a good job,” he said.

Pitch Invaders are targeting Ronaldo

Early in the game, a pitch intruder attempted to take a selfie with Ronaldo but was quickly stopped by security. The incident raised concerns about player safety, with Martinez adding:

“Unfortunately, that happens too often. “I worry if someone runs into the stadium with the wrong intentions.”


Weekly Big Game Updates

⚽ Argentina 6-0 Bolivia: Messi scores hat trick and assists twice in rout

lionel messi Argentina produced a masterclass performance to beat Bolivia 6-0 in a World Cup qualifier in Buenos Aires. The captain contributed to five of Argentina’s six goals, scoring a hat-trick and providing two assists.

Messi scored the first goal in the 19th minute of the first half and continued to harass the Bolivian defense throughout the game. Lautaro Martinez and Julian Alvarez Also found the net but while replacing Thiago Almada Added a fourth. Messi’s second-half double ensured victory.

With the win, Argentina remain atop their CONMEBOL qualifying group and maintain a three-point lead with eight games remaining.

⚽ Portugal 0-0 Scotland: Ronaldo frustrated by goalless draw

Portugal and Scotland ended in a stalemate at Hampden Park in the UEFA Nations League. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Portugal were unable to break down a resilient Scotland defence.

Cristiano Ronaldo There were several chances to score but were denied by the goalkeeper. Craig Gordon And the final defense. The result saw Portugal top the group with 10 points from four games, while Scotland picked up their first points of the campaign.


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