BIZARRE: 7 | Mind Blowing Facts

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Explosive Statement Inspires Withering Response

The timeline of events paints a stunning picture of turmoil and tumult over the past few days.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

Portuguese authorities took 83 days to tell Rui Pinto his witness protection was ending

Portuguese authorities kept the Manchester City whistleblower Rui Pinto in the dark for almost three months about their decision to end his status as a protected witness

The Guardian - UK · Oct 7

Ballon d'Or: Every Winner by Country

A total of 21 countries have produced players who have won the Ballon d’Or.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

Cristiano Ronaldo makes Portugal retirement decision as stunning statement released

Portugal legend walked out of Nations League camp after falling-out

Evening Standard · Oct 6

‘Apologize?’—Jorge Jesus Isn’t Giving Cristiano Ronaldo a Free Pass for Storming Off

Is this the end for the greatest European soccer player of all time?

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

Ronaldo’s next chapter: What lies ahead after Portugal’s Nations League progress?

By beating Norway 2-1, Portugal reached the Nations League quarter-finals and a new squad list is expected. The question everyone asks is: and Cristiano Ronaldo?

Euronews · Oct 6

Ronaldo’s break with Portugal is sad, fitting, and long overdue

The star’s rift with Jorge Jesus is an unfortunate affair. But the forward has been holding his national team back for years

The Guardian - US · Oct 5

Portugal Begins Push to Save Cristiano Ronaldo’s International Career

The iconic forward walked out this window over a disagreement with manager Jorge Jesus.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

‘Insane’ Schedule Blamed for Erling Haaland Injury Worry

Haaland’s Manchester City travel to Liverpool’s Anfield home this weekend in a daunting return to Premier League action.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

Luke Evans loving 'simple' new life in Portugal

Actor Luke Evans has revealed he's loving his "simple" new life after moving to Lisbon and becoming a Portuguese citizen.

BANG Premier · Oct 5