#Copa America 2019

[f4t1m4st4r2008]

some copa america lgbtq hcs and plz dont kill me

[yelling-screaming-crying]

My dumbass thought the #copa america tag trending rn was about the coppa laws that killed youtube(and aphmau's content) from like 2019. :(

[afadaily]

Rodrigo De Paul on Messi’s speech before facing Brazil at the World Cup Qualifiers 🗣️:

He said to us “We lost against Brazil in 2019, we came back, we won Copa America and made history. We lost against Saudi Arabia, we won the World Cup and made history. Now we lost again against Uruguay, so let’s go out and make history again” 🐐

[julianalvarez9]

virgil, the aeneid x copa america

(2) Copa America Brazil 2019 Semi Final match. Photo by Koji Watanabe // (3, 6, 20 & 21) Copa America Brazil 2021 Final match. Photo by Thiago Ribeiro // (5) Angel Di Maria celebrates after scoring the first goal of his team during the final of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Alexandre Schneider // (8) Detail of Lionel Messi's boot during a semi-final match of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Alexandre Schneider. // (9) Lionel Messi controls the ball during the final of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Wagner Meier. // (11) Lionel Messi with teammates during the penalty shoot out on the Final match of the Copa America Centenario USA 2016. Photo by Tim Clayton. // (12) Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates winning a penalty shootout after a semi-final match of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Alexandre Schneider. // (14 & 15) Screencaps from Netflix's "Sean Eternos: Campeones de América" // (17) Lionel Messi during the 2015 Copa America Chile Final match. Photo by Miguel Tovar // (18) Lionel Messi prior to the final of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Buda Mendes // (23) Lionel Messi after the 2015 Copa America Chile Final match. Photo by Raul Sifuentes. // (24) Lionel Messi celebrates as he talks on his phone with his family after winning the final of Copa America Brazil 2021. Photo by Alexandre Schneider.

[cloudsspoke]

Breaking: Paulo Dybala no va a la Copa

This whole Dybala mess really upsets me.

This is actually kinda ironic for me because back in March, at the end of my post (this post), I wrote a lengthy paragraph about how fans’ toxic culture could destroy this team.

That supporters’ behavior who tend to compete players against e.o or criticize players, act like they have the right to decide who should join the NT and who shouldn’t is ridiculous. I mean, being Scaloni isn’t an easy job. Not only that Scaloni have to defend the Copa America title holder, but he also has to pick 23 or 26 players to be invited for his Copa squad when roughly 50 players are showing immense performance on their respective clubs this season. It must’ve been a dilemma, and supporters need to be wise in accepting what Scaloni has decided and believe that Scaloni knows better what is best for his team.

I never expected that I would have to swallow the bitter pill of my own words. Because that is actually what’s happening now, with Dybala becoming the center of controversion in light of the decision made by Scaloni.

Really, who would have thought that the player that gets left behind would be Dybala?

We’ve all seen how Dybala is a true baller this season, despite his injuries. Man be the only player who won 3 POTM awards, assisted 9 times, and scored 13 goals with 7 of that being 100% successful penalties. Unlike how he got injured 40 days before the World Cup, this time –less than a month before Copa– he’s fit. But what the heck then Scaloni decided not to call him?????

Maybe this is what Scaloni meant when he said, those who played for WC don’t have any advantages. That the only 2 players who got a 100% guarantee to play for this year’s Copa are just Messi and Di Maria. But the idea of not calling Dybala is just a total shocker to almost everyone.

A little throwback when the news of him picking up an injury just 40 days before the World Cup sent his teammates into concern. According to Cuti’s statement, their Whatsapp Group chat talked about that and he felt bad for Dybala.

But, surprise surprise, he still made it into the list and joined the whole team just a day before he celebrated his birthday with the team in Abu Dhabi (November 14th).

You can see just how happy and relieved everyone was when they embraced Dybala, even Cuti hogged him from the rest of the players.

Back to the present time.

How can I defend Dybala without discrediting other players, such as Angel Correa, Garnacho (who did well on United tbh), Carboni, or Nico Gonzales, whom according to Sofascore they are all scored less than Dybala’s average rating.

How can I explain that I don't expect Dybala to play as a starter (I don't even expect him to play as a sub either). My only plea toward Scaloni is simply to put Dybala on the roster just like Scaloni always puts Armani despite him not playing. Dybala's presence itself is enough for me.

I know the reality is kinda harsh for Dybala as he found it difficult to get a permanent spot (not only in the Scaloni era).

As in the last World Cup, Dybala only played <20 minutes (replacing Julian in the 74th minute in the match against Croatia and coming on in the last minute during the Final match).

Moreover, in the previous Copa Dybala was also absent due to poor performance at Juve caused by his injury. It really hurts to know he missed the chance to play when the country won the trophy.

To lessen the disappointment, he at least won Finalissima by only playing for 5 minutes, and amazingly in just that short time he scored a goal to secure that 3-0 victory over Italy.

Looking back at the 2019 Copa, out of the total 6 matches played by Argentina, Dybala’s first time entering the field was in the 3rd match against Qatar. Coming on in the 76th minute to replace Lautaro, providing an assist for Kun 6 minutes later. Argentina’s 4th match, he played in the last 5 minutes when Argentina was leading 2-0.

In the next game, again he came in the 85th minute when Argentina had already lost 2-0 to Brazil, and as for the last match to obtain the 3rd place Dybala played as a starter, along with Messi and Kun, scored in the 22nd minute before being replaced by Di Maria in the 67th minute.

Can you see what I’m trying to prove here?

Dybala may not always be the #1 option, but when he eventually plays, he delivers. He’s a clutch. And just like his statement, that he simply wanted to support the team, and tried not to show an angry or frustrated face for not being played. He knew this, and regardless of the situation he was fine with that. He accepted that.

And judging from how very important it is to be an NT player for every Argentinian footballer, I believe Dybala is happy enough to be invited to this year’s Copa even without any guarantee that Scaloni will really let him play. I believe he wouldn’t mind being a benchwarmer (unlike that England player who refused the country call because he didn’t want to be a benchwarmer under Southgate as coach).

So, what made Scaloni leave him out this time around?

What frustrates me the most is knowing there’s no logical reason to justify Scaloni’s shocking decision not to call Dybala up for Copa. There’s absolutely no reason at all.

1) He's fit,

2) His performance with Roma this season is amazing despite injury, while the other players that Scaloni chose are actually played not much better than Dybala,

3) Sentimental aspect-wise, he's one of the senior players,

And even more so 4) He has good chemistry with the whole team (( Especially since he's also part of Messi's close circle –Messi, LDP, Ota, Di Maria, and the Palo Santo trio– ))

5) Nothing bad happened between him and Scaloni previously (as confirmed by Scaloni himself in this interview).

Even Scaloni told that story about his son Noah’s favorite player is Dybala. Like, is that doesn't mean a thing??????

In return, Dybala always shows respect to Scaloni. Never openly throw a fit or complaint.

6) More importantly, this might be Dybala’s last chance to play in Copa America ffs!!

So, what's with the sudden plot twist????

Many people reacted to this news by saying, “Scaloni can do everything that he wants, you don’t question him”, "With or without Dybala won't change anything", and yes, it’s true. Scaloni could have called Dybala either based on performance aspect or sentimental reason, or even simply just because he can and I bet no one will gonna file a complaint about that because almost all of us expected Dybala to be there!! And okay, Dybala's existence won't give any differences since probably won't play either, but at the very least it could spare Scaloni from having this unnecessary public frenzy.

But somehow out of nowhere, Scaloni chose the extreme opposite. Which then sparked public heated discussion, and eventually, supporters dragged the other players like Garnacho or Nico Gonzales, when In my opinion the most random thing out of this situation is the fact that Scaloni chose Angel Correa over Dybala (again, I don't mean to belittle Correa, simply just stating a fact that it's bizarre).

Call me overreacting or being a bit too dramatic, but it feels like Scaloni is using the power that he knows he has. I’m saying this because there’s no justifiable reason to explain this Dybala situation, this feels like purely a power trip from the coach.

I try to respect Scaloni’s decision, I try to be positive and supportive, I want to be level-headed in response to this news, I try not to hate the coach, I try not dragging the other players, and even try to not pity Dybala’s bad luck too, but it’s just hard.

I know, anything can still happen.

Who knows, right?

Maybe Scaloni suddenly realizes that he made a mistake and is willing to make a little change on the squad list. Maybe some players try to reason with Scaloni for him to call Dybala. Or maybe someone from the already selected strikers picks up a last-minute injury so he can’t play thus Scaloni has no other option than to replace that someone with Dybala (this is very ill thought coming from my brain, pardon not pardon). or maybe Dybala will get married to Oriana this June, so at the very least, he won’t be feeling too woeful to abstain from Copa (the last part is just my wishful thinking tho)…

At last, I'm upset knowing that Dybala out from Copa means I won't get any new content of this beloved Cordobese pair.

And for this reason alone, Scaloni, sir, what you did is a crime.

UPDATE:

Paulo Dybala rompió el silencio tras la no convocatoria a la Selección Argentina:

Tenía confianza en formar parte del equipo, así que fue un golpe muy duro para mí porque ser parte de la selección nacional es una de las mejores cosas que he tenido. Entiendo que a nuestro entrenador le resulte difícil elegir. Tenemos tantos buenos jugadores en equipos de toda Europa y él tiene que elegir 26. Respeto su decisión. Siempre le he dicho eso. Tengo una gran relación con él y sin duda ha elegido lo mejor para la Selección Argentina.

Estaré animando desde casa, como siempre que no estoy en el equipo. Tengo muchos amigos y espero de todo corazón que puedan volver a ganar la Copa América.

No estoy llorando, tú estás llorando 😭😭😭😭

[chompinatthebit]

Team USA has their man?

The search for the next leader of the US Men's National team is over, as Mauricio Pochettino is the next man to try and send the US men's team to the top of the soccer world. The US dismissed Gregg Berhalter for the second time after a poor showing at Copa America, with the consensus from critics that they needed to make a big name hire.

The former Chelsea coach comes in with an impressive resumé, probably the best the US has ever seen. He is known for a high pressing 4-2-3-1 attacking style of play and development of young players, which does sound like a good change for the national team.

Pochettino started in La Liga with Espanyol back in 2009 where he dealt with reported financial restrictions but established a system from the youth academy to the senior team which drew praise.

He then made the move to Southampton in 2013 where he lead the team to an 8th place finish which was the Saints best finish and highest point total in several years.

2014 saw him move over to Totthenham, the move that really made him a big name coach. They were immediately in contention in 2015, finishing the season 3rd in the table. The following season they had a second place finish, another great finish for the squad. His best season was 2019, where the Spurs made the Champions League final but lost to Liverpool.

In 2021, Pochettino found himself at PSG which saw him lead the team to a French Super Cup win, loss in the Champions League semis to Manchester City, Coupe de France title and second place finish in the league by a single point behind the champions in Lille. He did get PSG the ligue1 title the very next season, though.

In 2023, he was back in the Premier League as the coach of Chelsea, immediately taking the team to the EFL cup final but lose to Liverpool. He had issues with management over strategy and squad management that did lead to his dismissal in May of 2024

Pochettino has coached many big name players, that have been very successful under him, some of them you may have heard of: Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Messi just to name a few. Pochettino hasn't been officially named yet as their is an issue with his Chelsea contract that the US have to figure out first but I doubt it isn't one that wouldn't be solved soon.

So do you like the move to get Pochettino and his attacking style of play, working the ball out of the back trying to work passes into the box?

I appreciate you for reading...enjoy your day!

[enzulianblog]

Julián y Enzo a lo largo del tiempo

Reserva de River Plate (2019)

River Plate

Entrenando en River Plate

Ultimo partido jugado por Julian y Enzo antes de que ambos se vayan a Europa. (06-07-2022)

Julian se despide de River Plate

Entrenamiento con la Selección Argentina.

Mundial 2022 - Qatar

Amistosos

Copa America

[womanwithahotdogstand]

do you think we could have our own copa america tournament during the women’s euros next summer or will they not let us have fun

Counter argument: Rest.

A good portion of these gals have not had a break from major international competition since they started on the national team.

Let’s take Rose for example:

2017 — graduates college and starts playing professionally

2018 — World Cup qualifiers

2019 — World Cup

2020 — Olympic qualifiers

2021 — Tokyo Olympics

2022 — World Cup/Olympic qualifiers

2023 — World Cup

2024 — Paris Olympics

I also chose to leave out all the minor tournaments the USWNT plays in (Tournament of Nations, Gold Cup, She Believes Cup.)

Let my girls get some rest. 😂😭

[cant-get-no-worse]

I loved reading your post about Neymar leaving barca. Can you please write about Messi too. I'm also kinda new to the inside story's of football so would really like to know about it.

Making a culer ramble about LM10 leaving Barcelona

Anyways LET'S GO BOYS, buckle the seatbelts and set up the parachutes cause this one's messy (cue faint laughter) too.

Context : so Leo Messi was signed at 13 yo at FCB, and is therefore considered a La Masia (club's academy) product, such as the likes of Iniesta, Xavi (current coach), Piqué, Puyol, etc, and more recently Gavi, Fati, etc. He did his whole club career there, from 2000 (with the Junior team) till 2021; was widely seen as a one-club man who'd end his career there, at the club of his life. Despite this though, everything wasn't all unicorns and pink sparkles and his relationship with the club wavered several times, and hard.

There were first rumors about a departure in 2014, but the death of Tito Vilanova (Barca assistant/coach and close to Leo) changed that (common version is that Tito asked him to stay at the club, Leo obliged). A year later in 2015, very strong movements about him possibly moving to Chelsea after rumored failing relationship with then coach Luis Enrique. Everything kind of calmed down until Neymar's departure in 2017; Leo was one of several players who entered in a sort of cold war with the board for failing to find a proper replacement for Neymar. A bit of calm again, until in August 2020, small bombshell: Messi's side sent a burofax (the trolling on twitter was funny asf ngl) expressing his desire to part ways with the club. By then, under the presidency of Bartomeu, the club was a clear mess in and off the pitch and getting out of one of its worst seasons ever (2019 - 2020). Ensued a very public back and forth argument between Messi's side and the club (about which ex players and ex managers also expressed their opinions, somehow), at the end of which Messi eventually refused to take the matter to court (« I would never go to court against the club of my life » alright, let me indulge in that quote a bit, a girl needs some soothing).

So he started the 2020 - 2021 season to go til the end of his contract, which was to end on July 1st, 2021. Didn't deter him from openly speaking against the club, though, the guy was pissed off and made it known (criticizing the way Luis Suarez, FCB striker since 2014 and close friend of Leo, was shamefully let go from the club: « at this stage nothing surprises me any more [about the club] »). The season finished in May 2021, and by that time, despite very mediocre results, it's said he'd changed his mind and wanted to stay at the club, wanted to sign a contract extension. On July 1st, contract expired, he becomes a free agent (meaning any club can sign him) in the middle of the Copa America he's playing with Argentina.

Now, ensue one of the most messy couple of weeks ever. We don't really know what happened because several versions were given: it's all image/media manipulation on who fucked who, who's at fault, who tried, etc. Basically, it's Laporta v. Messi's side. I would direct you to this twitter thread that gives the player's version. Broken down simply, everything seemed to have been agreed for a renewal; Leo spend the 2021 Copa America (DALE CAMPEON) persuaded that it was just a matter of days/weeks until he'd sign the renewal. Until, very suddenly, on August 5th, Laporta called it all off and said the deal wouldn't go through; FCB wouldn't renew Messi.

Of the reasons that were invoked, the crucial point remains the obvious financial struggles the club was going through (had been for long time, it was kind of the tipping point). Messi's wages were declared too expensive and endangering for the club, despite Messi reportedly agreeing to a 50% or 75% - versions vary - wages cut (something no other player in the dressing room agreed to); Laporta said he was putting the club's safety above all else. So, by early August 2021, Messi was left with no club, his agent/father having rejected multiple times multiple offers (such as City's) in July, thinking a new deal was to be concluded shortly with FCB.

BOOM. Do you hear that? That's oil money, babe. Enter our dear trashcan of a club, PSG. PSG's sporting director, Leonardo, had left the door ajar for Jorge Messi, just in case: that's were Jorge went, for lack of other options, when Laporta called the FCB deal off at the ending month of the summer transfer window. There were strong links for Messi to go to PSG: the French locker room comprised several close Argentine friends & teammates with whom he'd just won the Copa America (Paredes, Di Maria) and another close friend in Neymar, who'd never stopped dreaming about playing with Leo again and was all too eager to make Leo come to PSG. These guys pushed for him to come to the club; it assured him some familiarity amidst what was a career & life earthquake - change of club, of league, of country. PSG immediately facilitated everything, and in a matter of days, the deal was concluded. (Upon which our very own Brazilian 222M transfer posted Instagram stories of him watching Neymar/Messi edits on Youtube to celebrate Leo's coming. I got no words. Istg we should disect the man's brains.)

The infamous press conf given by Leo was reportedly rushed by Laporta's side, who wanted to get accross Laporta's version of what had happened as quickly and controlled as possible.

Messi's departure broke several links: commercially wise, important sponsors withdrew from the club and from La Liga. Personally wise, his friendship with Piqué (it's said Piqué, friend dating all the way back to the La Masia days, was the one who told Laporta getting Messi off would help the club's finances), which Messi took as a treason (they still don't talk to this day). Messi's relationship with Laporta took a hit too, I mean, like, was completely broken as well. That's partly why until a few months ago it seemed impossible for him to come back, with a relationship to a club's president as severed as theirs was/is. The overnight U turn of Laporta deprived Messi from having options (City, were his ex manager Pep Guardiola is) and forced him to chose under the pressure of time, the fact that if Laporta had decided to make the older players in the locker room take a wage cut as well, with the amount of revenue Messi generates for the club, he could have stayed, the cold media war over which version was the truth, the press conference, etc.

It's messy as fuck. But unlike Neymar's departure, it's not coming from the player, but rather a player evicted from the club (with reason or not; I'm not judging, just stating), so it's less of asking from where/why the decision comes from, and more why/was it necessary to.

In conclusion :

That's it for the Messi saga (shiver - for now..). Stay tuned etc. Hope I cleared a bit up! ❤️

[njrsports]

EIGHTH BALLOND,OR WINS LIONEL MESSI

THE WINNER OF THE 2023 BALLOND,OR HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AND LIONEL MESSI HAS WON A RECORD -EXTENDING EIGHTH AWARD. THE INTER MIAMI AND ARGENTINA STRICKER , WHO PLAYED FOR PARIS SAINT -GERMAIN LAST SEASON CAPTAINED ARGENTINA TO THE WORLD CUP IN QUATAR IN LAST DECEMBER ENDING A 36 -YEAR WAIT FOR THE SOUTH AMERICAN COUNTRY.MESSI 36 HAS WON THE AWARD THREE TIMES MORE THAN ANYONE ELSE. LIONEL MESSI WAS NAMED THE BALLONDOR, 2023 WINNER AT A CERMONEY IN PARIS ON MONDAY, THE EIGTH TIME HE WAS WON THE PRESTIGIOUS AWARD. MESSI CAPTAINED ARGENTINA TO 2022 WORLD CUP SUCESS IN QUATAR LAST WINTER THE FAST TIME HE WON THE TOURNAMENT WHICH ENDED A 36 -YEAR WAIT. LA ALBICELESTE. THE MESSI IN 36 YEAR -OLD SCORED TWICE IN A BLOCKBUSTER FINAL AGANIST FRANCE IN DECEMBER WHICH FINISHED 3-3 AFTER EXTRA TIME SCORED IN THE PENALTY SHOOT-OUT AND WAS NAMED PLAYER OF THE MATCH. MESI FOUGHT OFF- COMPETITION FROM MANCHESTER CITY ERLING HAAALAND AND FORMER PARIS SAINT GERMAIN TEAM MATE KYLIAN MBABBE AS WELL AS 26 OTHER NOMINESES TO WIN THE AWARD. IN A LEAGUE TITILE WINNING SEASON FOR PSG HE PLAYED 41 MATCHES DURING . THE 2022/23 SEASON SCORED 21 GOALS AND PROVIDED 20 ASSISTS AT THE WORLD CUP IN QUATAR MESSI SCORED TWICE IN THE GROUP STAGE AND WAS ON TARGET IN EACH KNOCKOUT ROUND IN AUSTRALIA AND NETHERLANDS ,AND CROATIA AND THEN IN THE FINAL . HE FINISHED SECOND IN THE TOP GOALSCORER CHARTS WITH SEVEN GOALS AND RECEIVED THE GOLDEN BOLL ATT THE CONCLUSION OF THE TOURNAMENT IN RECOGNITION OF HIS FINE CAMPAIGHN . ON STAGE HE SAID,, THANK YOU VERY MUCH TO SHARE TO SHARE WITH THE MY NATIONAL TEAM .. THE ENTIRE GROUP THE COACHING STAFF EVERYONE INVOLVED,. I,M DELIGHTED TOBR HERE ONCE MORE TO BE ABLE TO ENJOY IN TO THE WORLD CUP LA ALBICELESTE BEAT FRANCE ON PENALTIES IN THE FINALS AT THE 2022 WORLD CUP IN QUATAR WITH MESSI CLAMING THE GOLDEN BOLL AS WELL. BEFORE MOVING TO MIAMI THIS SUMMER THE 36 YEAR OLD FORWARD ALSO WON THE FRENCH TITLE WITH PARIS SAINT -GERMAIN. IN AUGUST THE SUPERSTAR STAR TOOK HIS NEW TEAM TO THEIR EVER TITILE AS INTER MIAMI CLINCHED THE LEAGUES CUP. I,COULDN,T THAT L,VE ACHEIVED THE FORTUNE I,VE HAD PLAYING FOR THE BEST TEAM IN THE WORLD THE BEST TEAM IN HISTORY. IT,S TIME NICE TO WITH THSE TO WIN COPA AMERICA AND THEN THE WORLD CUP GET IT DONE IS AMAZING.

MESSI AWARDS

EUROPEAN GOLDEN SHOE -2018,2017,2013

WORLS SOCCER PLAYER OF THE YEAR 2012- 2011-,2009

PICHICHI TROPHY 2021 , 2020, 2019

FI FA WORLD PLAYER OF THE PLAYER -2009.

THE BEST FIFA MENS PLAYER 2019.

UEFA MENS PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2011 2015

BALLOND,OR 2019 2021 2023 .

LA LIGA AWARD BEST PLAYER -2013,2012,2015

GOLDEN BOY AWARD 2020

FIFA GOLDEN BOLL 2014

UEFA FOOTBOLL OF THE YEAR 2009

BRAVO AWARD 2007

MARCA AWARD 2009

UEFA CLUB FORWARD OF THE YEAR 2009

COPA AMERICA YONG PLAYER OF THE YEAR 2007

LA LIGA PLAYER OF THE YEAR 2010

LA LIGA FOREIGN OFF THE YEAR 2010

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN LIONEL MESSI WON A RECORD EXTENDING 8 TH BALLONDOR FOR THE BEST PLAYER OF THE C IN THE WORLD ON MONDAY . BEATING NORWAYS UEFA PLAYER OF THE YEAR AND TRABLE WINNER ERLING HALLAND OF MANCHESTER CITY TO THE PRESTIGIOUS PRIZE WHO HIMSELF BAGGED THE GERED MULLER TROPHY AFTER BECOMING THE HIGHEST SCORE IN EUROPE LAST SEASON WITH 56 GOALS. INTER MIAMI MESSI WHO LAST WON THE AWARD IN 2021 PLAYED ROLE IN GFUDINING ARGENTINA TO THEIR FIRST WORLD CUP TITLE IN 36 YEARS WHEN THEY BEAT DEFENDING FRANCE IN THE FINAL LAST YEAR. THE 36 YEARS OLD IS NOW 3 BALLONDOR LEAR OF RIVAL CR7 WHO WON THE LAST HIS 5 TROPHYS IN 2017. MESSI HAS NOW FINISHED AMONG THE TOP THREE A RECORD 14 TIMES IN TOTAL FINISHING RUNNER UP ON THE 5 OCCASIONS... MESSI RELOCATED TO SPAIN FROM ARGENTINA AGED 13 TO JOIN BARCELONA FOR WHOM HE MADE HIS COMPETITIVE DEBUT AGED 17 IN OCTOBER 2004. HE ESTABLISHED HIMSELF AS AN INTEGRAL OLAYER FOR THE CLUB WITH IN THE NEXT THREE YEARS. AND IN THE FIRST SEAQSON 2008.2009. AN ARGENTINA INTERNATIONAL MESSI IS THE COUNTRY ALL TIME LEADING GOAL SCORER AND ALSO HOLDS THE NATIONAL RECORD FOR APPERENCES . AT YOUTH LEVEL HE WON THE 2005 FIFA WORLD YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIP. FINISHING THE TOURNAMENT WITH BITH THE GOLDEN BOLL AND GOLDEN SHOE . 2008 SUMMER OLYMPICS. A PROLFIC GOAL SCORER AND CREATIVE PLAY MAKER MESSI HOLDS THE RECORDS THE MOST GOALS IN A LA LIGA AND COPA AMERICA.

[f4t1m4st4r2008]

brazil dinner

[judesbelligoal]

I would be very happy for Vini but what he did in CopaAmerica and the rest of the games is what makes me doubt if he deserves it or not. I know that many of you don't take him into account but for me Jude is one of the Ballon d'or deservers.

Bd’or has and will never only be determined by performances a player had with their nt. It helps but that’s not the only criteria, if that was the case messi shouldn’t have won it in 2019 when Argentina lost copa america and messi stunk it up

[afadaily]

Adidas made to Leo 8 golden rings, each one with a different design according to his achievements each year:

2009: “The Kiss” for his celebration kissing his boot at the UCL Final against Manchester United 🔴

2010: “Looking at the sky” for his famous celebration in honor to his grandmother Celia.

2011: “GOAT” for being selected as the best player of the best team ever, Guardiola’s FC Barcelona.

2012: “91” for scoring that number of times in a single season, an achievement nobody has been able to equalise or surpass.

2015: For his last UCL trophy.

2019: For winning the Golden Boot.

2021: “South american Champion” for winning the Copa America, being MVP and Top Scorer.

2023: “The three stars” for his biggest and most recent achievement: The World Cup

[f4t1m4st4r2008]

[showbiz361]

Soccer: USMNT & Teams I Follow

Good Riddance to Berhalter: The coach of the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) has finally been sent packing.  This should have happened after the 2022 World Cup when his contract expired.  He could have ended on a high note, having accomplished getting us back on track after we failed to compete in the 2018 World Cup.  With the US co-hosting the 2026 World Cup, we needed our team to give a respectable showing in the 2024 Copa America. Canada did what they had to do and played a tough semi-final game against Argentina in the Copa America! 

We are the US of A!  Let’s get a coach that can take us to the next level. The Tactical Manager, one of my favorite YouTube soccer personalities, provides some viable candidates:

What do you think? Agree or disagree?

I Heart Soccer / Fútbol: In 1978, I was living in Puerto Rico and my best friend invited me to attend a meeting for the Antilles Pirates high school soccer team. A total book nerd, I was not athletic and hesitated but attended the meeting. The coach, the high school’s trigonometry teacher, spent the first two days showing us a film called “Pepsi Cola presents Pele”.  In the film, Pele described his love of the beautiful game and provided an introduction to everything about soccer (aka fútbol, in the rest of the world).  I played defensive back all through high school and for about 4 years after.

During my early fandom, I would just enjoy the World Cup games and root for both the Mexican and US men’s national teams. Around 2002, I would travel often to Mexico and began to get into Liga Mexicana club games.  The year after moving to Dallas and 2 years after the 2006 World Cup I decided to get into Major League Soccer. I got my first Panini World Cup sticker album for the 2018 World Cup and from there the teams I followed expanded. I now follow 10 primary teams and 3 secondary teams.

Primary Teams:

Santos Laguna (Liga Mx – 2002)

San Antonio FC (USL – 2013)

FC Dallas (MLS – 2008)

Manchester United (Premier League – 2018)

Wrexham (EFL – 2022)

Celtic FC (Scottish – 2023)

Juventus (Seria A – 2023)

Atletico Madrid (Liga Espana – 2019)

Atletico Nacional (Colombia – 2023)

FC Augsburg (Bundisliga – 2023)

Secondary Teams:

Inter Miami (MLS – 2023)

AFC Wimbledon (EFL 2 – 2023)

Corinthians (Brazil – 2024)

Do you follow any of my teams? Is so, send a shout out.

What teams do you follow?

[fifaworldcup2026tickets]

Uruguay FIFA World Cup: Luis Suarez Uruguay's Veteran Star Leads 26-Man Squad

Luis Suarez, Uruguay’s all-time leading scorer, is set to compete in his fifth Uruguay FIFA World Cup. The 37-year-old veteran, currently playing for Inter Miami, was included in the 26-man squad announced by national coach Marcelo Bielsa on Saturday. Suarez, known for his prolific scoring record, brings a wealth of experience and will be a key player for Uruguay in the tournament.

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Expressing his excitement on social media, Suarez stated he was "very happy and proud" to be selected. “Let’s go Uruguay, let’s go,” he wrote, showing his determination to make an impact. Uruguay is placed in Group C, where they will face the host nation United States, along with Bolivia and Panama. Suarez has a storied history with the national team, having won the Copa America in 2011 and being named the player of the tournament. Although he was selected for the 2016 edition, an injury kept him sidelined, and he also played in the 2019 and 2021 tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals both times.

Suarez’s absence in the 2015 Copa America was due to a suspension for biting Giorgio Chiellini during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, a controversial moment that still lingers in football history. Despite this, his contributions to the national team have been significant. In a recent friendly match against Mexico in Denver, Uruguay showcased their strength with a 4-0 victory, featuring a hat-trick from Darwin Nunez. The Liverpool forward will be making his debut in the FIFA World Cup, adding fresh energy and talent to the squad.

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Uruguay is gearing up for their 46th FIFA World Cup appearance when they land in the USA. The South American powerhouse is eyeing their third trophy, hoping to outshine formidable opponents like Brazil and Argentina.

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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Uruguay, known for its rich footballing heritage and a track record of producing world-class players, will rely on a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars to make their mark. The team aims to reclaim their status among the elite on the global stage.

Uruguay's squad boasts a diverse array of talent, from experienced players plying their trade in Europe’s top leagues to promising young stars emerging from domestic competitions. This depth and variety are crucial as they prepare to don the iconic sky-blue jersey and compete in the world’s most prestigious football tournament.

With a rich history in international football, Uruguay will lean on their seasoned stalwarts to provide leadership and experience. Players such as Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani, with their wealth of international experience and proven track records, will be pivotal. Their presence on the field is expected to inspire confidence and drive among the younger players.

Emerging talents will also be critical for Uruguay’s campaign. Youngsters like Federico Valverde, who has been making waves at Real Madrid, and Darwin Núñez, with his impressive performances in Europe, will be looking to leave their mark on the World Cup stage. These young stars bring fresh energy and innovation, essential for Uruguay’s strategy against the world's best teams.

Goalkeepers and Defenders: Uruguay's Defensive Lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026

Sergio Rochet, with his extensive experience, is expected to lead Uruguay's goalkeeping squad in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. Rochet's reliability and consistent performance make him a crucial asset for the team. Backing him up are Santiago Mele and Franco Israel, both of whom have shown their capability to step in when needed. This trio provides Uruguay with a solid foundation between the posts, ensuring that the team is well-prepared for any scenario during the tournament.

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In defence, Atletico Madrid's Jose Maria Gimenez stands out as the most experienced player. His leadership and skill will be pivotal for Uruguay's defensive strategies. Gimenez will be supported by a strong contingent, including Matias Vina, Ronald Araújo, and Sebastian Caceres. Matias Vina, known for his versatility and robust defending, will add depth to the backline. Ronald Araújo, with his impressive performances for Barcelona, brings both youth and top-level experience, making him a key player to watch. Sebastian Caceres, with his solid defensive skills, completes this formidable defensive lineup.

This blend of seasoned professionals and promising talents ensures that Uruguay's defence is both resilient and dynamic. The combination of Gimenez's experience, Araújo's emerging talent, Vina's versatility, and Caceres' solidity offers a balanced and robust defensive unit. Their collective efforts will be crucial in thwarting the attacks of formidable opponents like Brazil and Argentina.

Midfielders and Forwards: Key Players in Uruguay's FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign

As Uruguay gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026, their midfield is anchore by some of the finest talents in world football. Tottenham's Rodrigo Bentancur and Real Madrid's Federico Valverde are pivotal figures in Uruguay's midfield. These players, known for their exceptional skills and consistency, are likely to be among the first names announce on the squad list. Complementing their efforts will be Nicolas de la Cruz, who brings creativity and dynamism to the midfield. Additionally, Matias Vecino and Manuel Ugarte are expecte to provide valuable backup options, ensuring depth and versatility in this crucial area of the pitch.

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In the attacking lineup, much attention will be on whether seasoned stars like Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani will be include in the final squad. Both players have been instrumental for Uruguay in past tournaments and their experience could prove invaluable. However, with a new generation of talent emerging, their places are not guarantee. Darwin Nunez, who has been in sensational form, is almost certain to lead the attack for Uruguay. The 23-year-old Brian Rodriguez is another promising forward, ready to make an impact whenever called upon.

The blend of experienced veterans and rising stars gives Uruguay a balanced and potent mix in their offensive strategies. Bentancur and Valverde's midfield mastery will likely provide the foundation for Uruguay's play, while the forward line, spearheaded by Nunez, aims to deliver the goals. The inclusion of younger players like Rodriguez indicates a strategic approach towards integrating fresh talent with experienced campaigners.

Expected Starting XI for Uruguay at the FIFA World Cup 2026

Uruguay's head coach, Marcelo Bielsa, is anticipat to deploy a 4-3-3 formation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. This tactical setup is design to leverage the strengths of the players available, balancing defensive solidity with attacking flair.

In goal, Sergio Rochet is expect to be the first choice, providing a reliable last line of defence. The backline will likely consist of seasoned defenders, with José María Gimenez. And Ronald Araújo forming a solid central defensive partnership. On the flanks, Matías Viña and Sebastián Cáceres are expected to provide. Both defensive cover and offensive support down the wings.

The midfield trio is set to feature some of Uruguay's finest talents. Rodrigo Bentancur from Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid's Federico Valverde will anchor the midfield, combining defensive duties with creative playmaking. They will be support by Nicolas de la Cruz, who adds a dynamic. And versatile option in the midfield, capable of contributing both defensively and offensively.

In the attacking third, Darwin Núñez is expect to lead the line as the main striker. His pace, strength and goal-scoring ability make him a formidable presence up front. Facundo Pellistri and Brian Olivera will likely be flanking him, who brings speed. And creativity to the wings, stretching opposition defences and creating opportunities. This lineup blends experience with youthful energy, aiming. To provide a balanced approach capable of both defending robustly and attacking effectively.

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