Speaking at his post-match press conference, Slot explained that the decision was tactical rather than due to injury or disciplinary reasons.

“The last part of the game was about surviving for us, this was a 20-25 mins where we were only defendin and it’s better to save his energy for the upcoming games,” he said.

Slot added that after Liverpool conceded twice, the team’s priority shifted to damage control against a dominant PSG side. Bringing Salah on late would have seen him defending deep in his own box—a role that does not play to his strengths.

“It didn’t make sense to bring him on just to defend; the situation required defensive stability over attacking impact,” Slot explained.

Liverpool now face a challenging second leg at Anfield on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, needing to overturn a two-goal deficit to progress to the semifinals.

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Now, the real tension begins.

Real Madrid’s reward for edging past Benfica in the playoffs? A heavyweight, two-legged duel against Manchester City. It’s the latest chapter in what’s quickly becoming a modern European rivalry, and one pre-tournament favorite is guaranteed to exit early.

Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will get a shot at redemption against Chelsea, months after the Blues outclassed them in the Club World Cup final. Expect intensity.

Meanwhile, Barcelona head to St James’ Park for a tricky test against Newcastle United, where the atmosphere alone could tilt the tie.

On another front, Liverpool square off with Galatasaray, while Arsenal, who topped the league phase with a flawless record, must overcome Bayer Leverkusen to keep their ambitious quadruple dream alive.

Bayern Munich, runners-up in the league phase and perennial contenders, face a dangerous Atalanta side that squeezed through thanks to a dramatic late penalty against Borussia Dortmund.

And don’t overlook Atletico Madrid vs. Tottenham Hotspur, a clash that promises tactical warfare.

Full Round of 16 Fixtures

• Real Madrid vs. Manchester City
• Bodø/Glimt vs. Sporting CP
• PSG vs. Chelsea
• Newcastle vs. Barcelona
• Galatasaray vs. Liverpool
• Atlético Madrid vs. Tottenham Hotspur
• Atalanta vs. Bayern Munich
• Bayer Leverkusen vs. Arsenal

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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 27, 2026

When Does It Start?

The first legs kick off on Tuesday, March 10, and Wednesday, March 11, with the unseeded teams hosting.

The return legs, where the tension usually peaks, will be played on Tuesday, March 17, and Wednesday, March 18, with the seeded teams enjoying home advantage.

With giants colliding, revenge narratives brewing, and underdogs daring to dream, the Round of 16 promises nights that could define this Champions League season.

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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 27, 2026

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The draw, held in Nyon, Switzerland, on January 30, 2026, confirmed several high-stakes matchups.

Full Playoff Fixtures:

• Real Madrid vs Benfica – a repeat of recent European encounters promises fireworks.
• Paris Saint-Germain vs Monaco – a tricky all-French showdown.
• Newcastle United vs Qarabağ
• Bayer Leverkusen vs Olympiacos
• Atalanta vs Borussia Dortmund
• Juventus vs Galatasaray
• Atletico Madrid vs Club Brugge
• Inter Milan vs Bodø/Glimt

These ties will be contested over two legs in February 2026, with the victors advancing to the Champions League Round of 16.

 

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With powerhouses like Real Madrid, PSG, Juventus, and Atletico Madrid involved, fans can expect intense battles, dramatic moments, and unforgettable nights as the road to the 2025/26 Champions League trophy continues.

 

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Tottenham fought harder than they have in weeks, but even their improved performance wasn’t enough to stop PSG from roaring back to claim a chaotic 5–3 win in Paris on a night where Spurs twice took the lead only to watch the European champions brutally flip the script.

After the embarrassment of the north London derby and the criticism that followed, there was heavy pressure on Thomas Frank’s men to deliver something more convincing. And to be fair, they started like a team desperate to restore pride.

Early on, Spurs were compact, disciplined, and alert, a world apart from the disjointed mess that recorded an astonishingly poor xG of 0.07 against Arsenal just days earlier.

 

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Their discipline paid off, too. Djed Spence’s teasing delivery to the back post found Randal Kolo Muani, who cushioned a header into the path of Richarlison, the Brazilian nodding home from close range for his third goal in three games. One chance, one goal, and that was enough to beat their entire xG from their Emirates meltdown.

PSG hit back before halftime through Vitinha, who curled in the first of several jaw-droppers on the night, but Spurs weren’t done. Kolo Muani punished his parent club straight after the restart, smashing home a set-piece volley and restoring the away side’s advantage.

 

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And then the roof fell in.

Under the bright Paris lights and the weight of PSG’s constant pressure, Spurs crumbled. In an 11-minute whirlwind, the game spun completely out of their control. Vitinha danced through for a brilliant second to level, Fabián Ruiz pounced on slack defending to make it 3–2, and Willian Pacho added another as the European champions took command with ruthless ease.

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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) November 26, 2025

Kolo Muani tried to spark a comeback with a tidy second goal, but Vitinha wasn’t done. The Portuguese star completed his hat trick five minutes later a performance that was as showy as it was devastating, sealing PSG’s victory and effectively ending Tottenham’s hopes of salvaging anything from the night.

There was still time for late chaos as Lucas Hernandez was sent off after VAR spotted him elbowing Xavi Simons off the ball, but the dismissal did little to change the outcome. Spurs were already beaten.

PSG now move up to second in the Champions League league-phase table with four wins from five, cruising confidently toward the knockout rounds. Tottenham, meanwhile, tumble to 16th but still sit only two points adrift of the top eight.

A better performance, yes. A better result? Not even close. Spurs’ season remains one long, unpredictable rollercoaster.

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The elegant Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris glittered with football royalty on Monday, September 22, 2025, as the game’s brightest stars gathered for the Ballon d’Or ceremony, an evening of glamour, emotion, and unforgettable football stories.

This year’s edition stood out not only for its high-profile winners but also for a historic leap in inclusivity. For the first time, full gender parity was introduced across all major awards, with women’s versions of the Yashin, Kopa, and Gerd Müller trophies presented alongside their men’s counterparts.

The move reflects the surging influence of the women’s game and ensures that female stars are celebrated on equal footing.

Criteria for Ballon d’Or Selection

As tradition dictates, winners were judged on three key benchmarks:

1. Individual performances — decisive and impactful displays.
2. Team achievements — contributions to collective success.
3. Character and fair play — class on and off the pitch.

Full List of 2025 Ballon d’Or Winners

• Men’s Ballon d’Or – Ousmane Dembélé
• Women’s Ballon d’Or – Aitana Bonmatí
• Men’s Kopa Trophy – Gianluigi Donnarumma
• Women’s Kopa Trophy – Hannah Hampton
• Men’s Yashin Trophy – Lamine Yamal
• Women’s Yashin Trophy – Vicky Lopez
• Men’s Gerd Müller Trophy – Viktor Gyökeres
• Women’s Gerd Müller Trophy – Ewa Pajor
• Men’s Johan Cruyff Trophy – Luis Enrique
• Women’s Johan Cruyff Trophy – Sarina Wiegman
• Men’s Club of the Year – Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
• Women’s Club of the Year – Arsenal
• Socrates Award – [Yet to be announced]

With Dembélé’s career-defining triumph and Bonmatí’s continued dominance, the 2025 edition of football’s most prestigious night celebrated not only brilliance on the pitch but also the sport’s evolution into a more inclusive, global spectacle.

 

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• Tottenham confirm surprise deadline day signing of Randal Kolo Muani on loan from PSG as Thomas Frank revamps Spurs attack

Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of French forward Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain on a season-long loan.

Spurs confirmed the arrival of the 25-year-old on Monday, with the deal containing no option or obligation to buy. The France international has been handed the No. 39 shirt and is expected to provide much-needed depth to Ange Postecoglou’s attack.

Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juventus, where he made an immediate impact by scoring five goals in his first three Serie A games. He also featured at the Club World Cup, netting a brace in the Italian side’s opening match of the tournament.

 

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The striker admitted he had hoped to stay in Turin, but no agreement could be reached with Juventus, paving the way for a move to North London instead.

“I’m really happy and very proud to be at such a great club. I can’t wait to meet my team-mates, all the fans and to get out on the pitch,” Kolo Muani told club media. “I know what the coach expects from me. I will fight hard for the shirt, the Club and the fans. I will give everything for this team.”

Spurs boss Thomas Frank welcomed the new signing, praising the forward’s versatility:

“He’s a good age, in the prime of his career, and has good qualities that will suit both us and the Premier League. He gives us a different option in the final third, being able to play out wide and through the middle. Randal is a quality player who has proven himself at the top level with club and country.”

 

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Tottenham were determined to secure an attacking reinforcement before the transfer deadline, particularly with Dominic Solanke sidelined by an ankle injury. While summer signing Xavi Simons has boosted creativity, Postecoglou wanted a versatile forward with Champions League and international experience — qualities Kolo Muani brings in abundance.

Kolo Muani joined PSG from Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023 for €90 million but struggled to establish himself in Luis Enrique’s starting XI. Despite limited club minutes, he has remained a regular for Didier Deschamps’ France squad.

The Frenchman is expected to be integrated quickly into Tottenham’s squad as they face a demanding schedule across domestic and European competitions. Spurs fans could see him make his debut in the Premier League clash against West Ham United on September 13.

 

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Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly struck an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to sign wantaway forward Randal Kolo Muani on loan, with an option to make the move permanent at the end of the season.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Spurs reached a shock deal with PSG after the French striker was deemed surplus to requirements by manager Luis Enrique. The 25-year-old has been pushing for an exit in search of regular game time.

Kolo Muani, who netted 10 goals in 22 appearances for Juventus during a loan stint in the second half of last season, had also been linked with a return to Italy. However, Juventus failed to convince PSG to sanction another loan move with a €50 million (£43m/$59m) purchase option.

The Frenchman’s arrival adds further firepower to Thomas Frank’s rejuvenated Spurs attack, which already boasts summer signings Mohammed Kudus and Xavi Simons, alongside Richarlison and Dominic Solanke.

Tottenham, who went into the international break reeling from a shock defeat to Bournemouth, will look to bounce back when they face West Ham United on September 13.

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Fans can now look forward to blockbuster clashes from the very first whistle, with the draw throwing up some heavyweight encounters across Europe.

Under UEFA’s new structure, each club will play eight matches against eight different opponents (four home, four away). The top eight finishers in the league phase qualify automatically for the Round of 16. Teams ranked 9th to 24th face each other in a two-legged playoff, while clubs finishing 25th and below are eliminated.

• No teams from the same country can meet in the league stage.
• Each side can face a maximum of two clubs from the same domestic league.

Clubs were split into four seeded pots, based on UEFA coefficients. Automated draw software ensured variety and balance, assigning eight opponents to each team.

The Draw in Full

Pot 1 Fixtures

• Paris Saint-Germain: Bayern (H), Barcelona (A), Atalanta (H), Leverkusen (A), Tottenham (H), Sporting (A), Newcastle (H), Athletic Bilbao (A)
• Real Madrid: Man City (H), Liverpool (A), Juventus (H), Benfica (A), Marseille (H), Olympiacos (A), Monaco (H), Kairat (A)
• Manchester City: Dortmund (H), Real Madrid (A), Leverkusen (H), Villarreal (A), Napoli (H), Bodø/Glimt (A), Galatasaray (H), Monaco (A)
• Bayern Munich: Chelsea (H), PSG (A), Club Brugge (H), Arsenal (A), Sporting (H), PSV (A), Union SG (H), Pafos (A)
• Liverpool: Inter (A), Frankfurt (A), PSV (H), Galatasaray (A), Marseille (H), Qarabağ (A), TBD… (fixture continuation missing in source draft)
• Inter Milan: Liverpool (H), Dortmund (A), Arsenal (H), Atlético (A), Slavia (H), Ajax (A), Kairat (H), Union SG (A)
• Chelsea: Barcelona (H), Bayern (A), Benfica (H), Atalanta (A), Ajax (H), Napoli (A), Pafos (H), Qarabağ (A)
• Barcelona: PSG (H), Chelsea (A), Frankfurt (H), Brugge (A), Olympiacos (H), Slavia (A), Copenhagen (H), Newcastle (A)
• Dortmund: Inter (H), Man City (A), Villarreal (H), Juventus (A), Bodø/Glimt (H), Spurs (A), Athletic Bilbao (H), Copenhagen (A)

Pot 2 Fixtures

• • Arsenal: Bayern (H), Inter (A), Atlético (H), Brugge (A), Olympiacos (H), Slavia (A), Kairat (H), Athletic Bilbao (A)
  • Bayer Leverkusen: PSG (H), Man City (A), Villarreal (H), Benfica (A), PSV (H), Olympiacos (A), Newcastle (H), Copenhagen (A)
  • Atlético Madrid: Inter (H), Liverpool (A), Frankfurt (H), Arsenal (A), Bodø/Glimt (H), PSV (A), Union SG (H), Galatasaray (A)
  • Benfica: Real Madrid (H), Chelsea (A), Leverkusen (H), Juventus (A), Napoli (H), Ajax (A), Qarabağ (H), Newcastle (A)
  • Atalanta: Chelsea (H), PSG (A), Brugge (H), Frankfurt (A), Slavia (H), Marseille (A), Athletic Bilbao (H)
  • Villarreal: Man City (H), Dortmund (A), Juventus (H), Leverkusen (A), Ajax (H), Spurs (A), Copenhagen (H), Pafos (A)
  • Juventus: Dortmund (H), Real Madrid (A), Benfica (H), Villarreal (A), Sporting (H), Bodø/Glimt (A), Pafos (H), Monaco (A)
  • Eintracht Frankfurt: Liverpool (H), Barcelona (A), Atalanta (H), Spurs (H), Napoli (A), Galatasaray (H), Qarabağ (A)
  • Club Brugge: Barcelona (H), Bayern (A), Arsenal (H), Atalanta (A), Marseille (H), Sporting (A), Monaco (H), Kairat (A)

 

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Pot 3 Fixtures

• • • Tottenham: Dortmund (H), PSG (A), Villarreal (H), Frankfurt (A), Slavia (H), Bodø/Glimt (A), Copenhagen (H), Monaco (A)
    • PSV: Bayern (H), Liverpool (A), Atlético (H), Leverkusen (A), Napoli (H), Olympiacos (A), Union SG (H), Newcastle (A)
    • Ajax: Inter (H), Chelsea (A), Benfica (H), Villarreal (A), Olympiacos (H), Marseille (A), Galatasaray (H), Qarabağ (A)
    • Napoli: Chelsea (H), Man City (A), Benfica (H), Villarreal (A), Olympiacos (H), Marseille (A), Galatasaray (H), Qarabağ (A)
    • Sporting: PSG (H), Bayern (A), Brugge (H), Juventus (A), Marseille (H), Napoli (A), Kairat (H), Athletic Bilbao (A)
    • Olympiacos: Real Madrid (H), Barcelona (A), Leverkusen (H), Arsenal (A), PSV (H), Ajax (A), Pafos (H), Kairat (A)
    • Slavia Prague: Barcelona (H), Inter (A), Arsenal (H), Atalanta (A), Bodø/Glimt (H), Spurs (A), Pafos (H)
    • Bodø/Glimt: Man City (H), Dortmund (A), Juventus (H), Athletic Bilbao (A), Spurs (H), Slavia (A), Monaco (H), Galatasaray (A)
    • Marseille: Liverpool (H), Real Madrid (A), Atalanta (H), Brugge (A), Ajax (H), Sporting (A), Newcastle (H), Union SG (A)

Pot 4 Fixtures

• • • Copenhagen: Dortmund (H), Barcelona (A), Leverkusen (H), Villarreal (A), Napoli (H), Spurs (A), Kairat (H), Qarabağ (A)
    • Monaco: Man City (H), Real Madrid (A), Juventus (H), Brugge (A), Spurs (H), Bodø/Glimt (A), Galatasaray (H), Pafos (A)
    • Galatasaray: Liverpool (H), Man City (A), Atlético (H), Frankfurt (A), Bodø/Glimt (H), Ajax (A), Union SG (H), Monaco (A)
    • Union Saint-Gilloise: Inter (H), Bayern (A), Atalanta (H), Atlético (A), Marseille (H), PSV (A), Newcastle (H), Galatasaray (A)
    • Qarabağ: Chelsea (H), Liverpool (A), Frankfurt (H), Benfica (A), Ajax (H), Napoli (A), Copenhagen (H), Athletic Bilbao (A)
    • Athletic Bilbao: PSG (H), Dortmund (A), Arsenal (H), Atalanta (A), Sporting (H), Slavia (A), Qarabağ (H), Newcastle (A)
    • Newcastle United: Barcelona (H), PSG (A), Benfica (H), Leverkusen (A), PSV (H), Marseille (A), Athletic Bilbao (H), Union SG (A)
    • Pafos: Bayern (H), Chelsea (A), Villarreal (H), Juventus (A), Slavia (H), Olympiacos (A), Monaco (H), Kairat (A)
    • Kairat: Real Madrid (H), Inter (A), Brugge (H), Arsenal (A), Olympiacos (H), Sporting (A), Pafos (H), Copenhagen (A)

 

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The announcement was made through multiple media outlets and has since drawn widespread attention from football fans worldwide.

This year’s Ballon d’Or features a highly competitive line-up with top performances from PSG, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Premier League players.

Kopa Trophy 2025 nominees

1. 1. Myles Lewis-Skelly
   2. Rodrigo Mora
   3. Joao Neves
   4. Lamine Yamal
   5. Kenan Yildiz
   6. Ayyoub Bouaddi
   7. Pau Cubarsi
   8. Désiré Doué
   9. Estevao
   10. Dean Huijsen

 

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Women’s 2025 Yachine Trophy nominees

1. 1. 1. Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham FC & Germany)
      2. Cata Coll (Barcelona & Spain)
      3. Hannah Hampton (Chelsea & England)
      4. Chiamaka Nnadozie (Brighton & Nigeria)
      5. Daphne van Domselaar (Arsenal & Netherlands)

 

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2025 Yachine Trophy nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. Alisson Becker (Liverpool & Brazil)
         2. Yassine Bounou (Al-Hilal & Morocco)
         3. Lucas Chevalier (Lille & France)
         4. Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid & Belgium)
         5. Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG & Italy)
         6. Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa & Argentina)
         7. Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid & Slovenia)
         8. David Raya (Arsenal & Spain)
         9. Matz Sels (Nottingham Forest & Belgium)
         10. Yann Sommer (Inter Milan)

 

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2025 Women’s Kopa Trophy nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Michelle Agyemang
            2. Linda Caicedo
            3. Wieke Kaptein
            4. Vicky Lopez
            5. Claudia Martinez Ovando

 

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2025 Women’s Team Coach of the Year nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Sonia Bompastor
               2. Arthur Elias
               3. Justine Madugu
               4. Renée Slegers
               5. Sarina Wiegman

 

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2025 Men’s Team Coach of the Year nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Antonio Conte
                  2. Luis Enrique
                  3. Hansi Flick
                  4. Enzo Maresca
                  5. Arne Slot

 

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2025 Women’s Club of the Year

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Arsenal FC
                     2. Barcelona
                     3. Chelsea
                     4. OL Lyonnes
                     5. Orlando Pride

 

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2025 Men’s Club of the Year

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. • Barcelona
                        • Botafogo
                        • Chelsea
                        • Liverpool
                        • Paris Saint-Germain

 

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Women’s Ballon d’Or 2025 nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. • 1. Lucy Bronze (Chelsea & England)
                          2. Barbra Banda (Orlando Pride & Zambia)
                          3. Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona & Spain)
                          4. Sandy Baltimore (Chelsea & France)
                          5. Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal & Spain)
                          6. Klara Buhl (Bayern Munich & Germany)
                          7. Sofia Cantore (Washington Spirit & Italy)
                          8. Steph Catley (Arsenal & Australia)
                          9. Melchie Dumornay (Lyon & Haiti)
                          10. Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current & Malawi)
                          11. Emily Fox (Arsenal & USA)
                          12. Cristiana Girelli (Juventus & Italy)
                          13. Esther Gonzalez (Gotham & Spain)
                          14. Caroline Graham Hansen (Barcelona & Norway)
                          15. Patri Guijarro (Barcelona & Spain)
                          16. Amanda Gutierres (Palmeiras & Brazil)
                          17. Hannah Hampton (Chelsea & England)
                          18. Pernille Harder (Bayern Munich & Denmark)
                          19. Lindsey Heaps (Lyon & USA)
                          20. Chloe Kelly (Arsenal & England)
                          21. Marta (Orlando Pride & Brazil)
                          22. Frida Leonhardsen Maanum (Arsenal & Norway)
                          23. Ewa Pajor (Barcelona & Poland)
                          24. Clara Mateo (Paris FC & France)
                          25. Alessia Russo (Arsenal & England)
                          26. Claudia Pina (Barcelona & Spain)
                          27. Alexia Putellas (Barcelona & Spain)
                          28. Johanna Rytting Kaneryd (Chelsea & Sweden)
                          29. Caroline Weir (Real Madrid & Scotland)
                          30. Leah Williamson (Arsenal & England)

 

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Men’s Ballon d’Or 2025 nominees

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. • 1. 1. Ousmane Dembele (PSG & France)
                             2. Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG & Italy)
                             3. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid & England)
                             4. Desire Doue (PSG & France)
                             5. Denzel Dumfries (Inter Milan & Netherlands)
                             6. Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund & Guinea)
                             7. Erling Haaland (Man City & Norway)
                             8. Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal & Sweden)
                             9. Achraf Hakimi (PSG & Morocco)
                             10. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich & England)
                             11. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG & Georgia)
                             12. Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona & Poland)
                             13. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool & Argentina)
                             14. Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan & Argentina)
                             15. Scott McTominay (Napoli & Scotland)
                             16. Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid & France)
                             17. Nuno Mendes (PSG & Portugal)
                             18. Joao Neves (PSG & Portugal)Pedri (Barcelona & Spain)
                             19. Cole Palmer (Chelsea & England)
                             20. Michael Olise (Bayern Munich & France)
                             21. Raphinha (Barcelona & Brazil)
                             22. Declan Rice (Arsenal & England)
                             23. Fabian Ruiz (PSG & Spain)
                             24. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool & Netherlands)
                             25. Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid & Brazil)
                             26. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool & Egypt)
                             27. Florian Wirtz (Liverpool & Germany)
                             28. Vitinha (PSG & Portugal)
                             29. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona & Spain)

 

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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final took on a festival-like atmosphere as global music heavyweights lit up the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey with electrifying halftime performances on Sunday, July 13.

As Chelsea stormed to a dominant 3-0 lead against Paris Saint-Germain by halftime, thanks to a brace from Cole Palmer and a strike from Joao Pedro, the break brought more than just tactical team talks.

Fans across the globe were treated to FIFA’s first-ever official halftime show at the Club World Cup final, featuring a star-studded lineup that included Doja Cat, Coldplay, J Balvin, Tems, and Emmanuel Kelly.

American music sensation Doja Cat kicked off the show with a high-energy performance of her hit song “Woman”, setting the tone for the musical spectacle. British rock band Coldplay followed with their fan-favourite anthem “A Sky Full of Stars,” adding a euphoric touch to the already electric stadium atmosphere.

COLDPLAY AT FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP HALFTIME SHOW🏆🌍#Coldplay
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— Coldplay Tour🌙 (@coldplaytour_) July 13, 2025

Doja Cat performando o smash hit “Woman” na final da FIFA Club World Cup. Artista COMPLETA! ⚽️🔥
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— Info Doja Cat (@infodoja) July 13, 2025

Colombian superstar J Balvin, widely known as the “Prince of Reggaeton,” brought Latin flair to the show with a vibrant set that reminded fans of his global hits like “Mi Gente” and “I Like It.” With multiple Latin Grammy wins and Grammy nominations, his presence underscored the event’s international appeal.

Nigeria’s own Tems, born Temilade Openiyi, delivered a soulful performance that stood out for its raw emotion and elegance. Dressed in a sleek black outfit, the Grammy-winning artist performed “Love Me Jeje,” captivating audiences with her signature vocals and magnetic stage presence. Her inclusion in the lineup further spotlighted Africa’s growing influence in global music culture.

Tems performing at the #FIFACWC Final ⚽️

She makes history as one of the first artists to headline the halftime show 👑 pic.twitter.com/qrT1D3ucIa

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Adding an inspirational moment to the evening was Emmanuel Kelly, an Australian singer who is celebrated as the world’s first differently-abled pop artist. His performance infused the show with emotional depth, reminding viewers of the unifying power of music.

The groundbreaking halftime show marked a cultural milestone for FIFA, blending elite football with global music in a way never seen before in the Club World Cup. With Chelsea in control on the pitch and international stars commanding the stage, the event was a fusion of sporting excellence and world-class entertainment.

Watch the FIFA’s FIRST EVER halftime show at the Club World Cup:

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The revamped FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is in full swing across the United States, drawing 32 elite clubs from around the world into an intense battle for global supremacy and the coveted Golden Boot.

This year’s tournament, restructured to reflect the traditional FIFA World Cup format, has brought together football’s most illustrious teams and superstars. European heavyweights such as Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, and Juventus have stormed into the spotlight, while North America’s hopes rest on MLS contenders Inter Miami, LAFC, and the Seattle Sounders.

With glory, global bragging rights, and massive prize money at stake, top attackers are also locked in a fierce contest to finish as the competition’s highest scorer.

At the forefront is Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappé, riding high after winning the 2024–25 European Golden Shoe. He’s joined in the scoring spotlight by Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, and PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé, fresh off their Champions League triumph.

And of course, Lionel Messi remains a formidable presence. Despite approaching 38, the Inter Miami talisman has already scored five goals in as many Club World Cup appearances and carries three titles under his belt. His veteran instincts and clinical finishing continue to dazzle fans and frustrate defenders.

As the tournament progresses, fans around the world are closely tracking the Golden Boot leaderboard, eager to see who will emerge as the top marksman on football’s grandest club stage.

FIFA Club World Cup Golden Boot Standings

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According to a report by ESPN, starting from the 2025/26 campaign, clubs that finish higher in the League Phase will gain a strategic advantage in the knockout rounds: the right to host the second leg at home.

This change comes after criticism during the ongoing 2024/25 season, where high-performing clubs were left frustrated by the open-draw system used in the quarter-finals and semi-finals. Arsenal (3rd) and Barcelona (2nd) both had to play the decisive second legs of their semi-final ties away — ultimately losing out to Inter Milan (4th) and Paris Saint-Germain (15th), respectively, who enjoyed home advantage despite inferior League Phase finishes.

Under the current Swiss model, introduced for the 2024/25 season, 36 teams compete in a single league table, each facing eight different opponents. While the top eight teams are guaranteed to play the round of 16 second leg at home, the randomness of later draws has sparked concern about diminished reward for consistent performance.

UEFA’s Club Competitions Committee has already approved the proposed fix: from 2025/26, knockout-stage leg order will directly reflect League Phase standings, ensuring that higher-ranked teams host the potentially decisive second leg across all rounds.

The change is still awaiting final ratification by UEFA’s Executive Committee, but if confirmed, it marks a shift toward greater meritocracy — and could significantly influence how clubs approach the group stage.

The push for better league finishes won’t just be about seeding or qualification, but about securing meaningful leverage deeper in the tournament.

The report also hints at similar rule overhauls being explored for the Europa League and Europa Conference League, signaling UEFA’s intent to standardize competitive rewards and reinforce the value of long-term performance across all its major competitions.

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