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Ronaldo denies rape allegations: ‘It goes against everything I am’
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo has “firmly denied” an allegation of rape made against him following the reopening of an investigation from 2009. German media outlet Der Spiegel reported on Friday that American woman Kathryn Mayorga had revealed Ronaldo sexually harassed her in a hotel room up to nine years ago. Las Vegas police then reopened […]
Juventus chief speaks out on Pogba transfer rumours after Mourinho row
Juventus’ director of football has spoken out on reports linking the club with a move for Manchester United star Paul Pogba. Pogba started his professional career at Manchester United but joined Juventus in 2012. Two years ago he returned to Old Trafford for a then-world record transfer fee. But the World Cup-winner is already being […]
Ronaldo free to make Man Utd return after being handed one-game ban
UEFA have announced that Cristiano Ronaldo will serve only a one-match ban after being sent off in Juventus ‘ Champions League clash with Valencia. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was controversially shown a red card following a clash with Jeison Murillo at Mestalla, although Juve went on to win through penalties from Miralem Pjanic either […]
Why Cristiano Ronaldo may not miss Manchester United return
Cristiano Ronaldo may get to return to Old Trafford to face old club Manchester United after being shown a straight red card in Juventus’ 2-0 win over Valencia. The Portugal international was sent off in the 29th minute at the Mestalla after a clash with defender Jeison Murillo. Ronaldo tussled with the Colombian as he […]
Allegri slams Douglas Costa for spitting at opponent
Juventus head coach Massimiliano Allegri slammed his player Douglas Costa for spitting in the mouth of an opponent. Costa was shown a straight red card in the game against Sassuolo when he clashed with Federico Di Francesco, and appeared to spit in his mouth. Images of the incident have sparked an angry reaction from fans […]
Ramos: Modric deserved Player of the Year over Ronaldo
The choice to give the Croatia international the award caused a stir, but the Blancos defender has backed Modric over the Juventus forward. Sergio Ramos claims that Real team-mate Luka Modric deserved to win the UEFA Player of the Year award ahead of those with “more marketing”, such as Cristiano Ronaldo. Modric’s win sparked controversy […]
Lionel Messi: Real Madrid aren’t as good without Ronaldo
Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi considers Real Madrid to be “less good” without Cristiano Ronaldo, but concedes Juventus have now become “clear favourites” for the Champions League trophy. Having spent nine years locking horns with an eternal rival in La Liga, an important figure at Camp Nou now finds himself freed of a long-running duel in […]
Max Allegri reveals why Cristiano Ronaldo hasn’t scored for Juventus
Juventus manager Max Allegri is confident Cristiano Ronaldo will find his scoring touch for Juventus after the Portuguese extended his wait for a Serie A goal to 270 minutes. The 33-year-old, who swapped Real Madrid for Juve over the summer in an £88million switch, has played all three games for the club so far this […]
Mourinho told Man Utd chief Ed Woodward not to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo
Jose Mourinho reportedly urged Manchester United executive vice chairman Ed Woodward not to sign Cristiano Ronaldo this transfer summer. There was the possibility of a return to Old Trafford for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner but Mourinho didn’t think the deal made sense financially. He told Woodward not to splash out a £90million transfer fee […]
‘Why isn’t Ronaldo retiring?’ – Platini questions ‘odd’ Juventus transfer
Cristiano Ronaldo’s €112 million transfer from Real Madrid to Juventus is considered to be “odd” by former Bianconeri player Michel Platini. Despite now being 33 years of age, the Portugal international remains one of the most recognisable and fearsome forward in world football. For that reason, the reigning Serie A champions were prepared to spend […]