USMNT player ratings vs Mexico: With no Christian Pulisic, Mauricio Pochettino's short-handed squad humbled on the road by El Tri

Imagn Ryan Tolmich Player ratingsUSAMexicoFEATURESMexico vs USAFriendlies The U.S. were brushed away 2-0 by their rivals, ending a seven-game unbeaten streak against Mexico Mauricio Pochettino is many things. He isn't a wizard. There was no magic or spells he could wave over this U.S. men's national team to make it perfect. If you didn't think …

Brazil player ratings vs. Peru: Raphinha is balling again! Barcelona man at the double as Selecao cruise to World Cup qualifying win

Getty Tom Hindle Player ratingsBrazilRaphinhaPeruFEATURESBrazil vs PeruWorld Cup Qualification CONMEBOL The oft-criticised winger bagged a brace in a comfortable victory for Dorival Jr.'s side For most of his time as Brazil manager, Dorival Jr has faced questions about his attacking setup. On Tuesday, he might just have found an answer. Raphinha, in the midst of …

Argentina player ratings vs Bolivia: Lionel Messi's incredible hat-trick, two assists leads La Albiceleste to six-goal victory in World Cup Qualifying

AFP Jacob Schneider Player ratingsL. MessiArgentina vs BoliviaArgentinaBoliviaFEATURESWorld Cup Qualification CONMEBOL Lionel Messi recorded five-goal contributions as Argentina thrashed Bolivia 6-0 in an stunning display in front of his home fans Messi magic was on full display at the Estadio Mas Monumental Tuesday night. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner put a show on for Argentina …

'He has no idea what he's being accused of' – Kylian Mbappe's lawyer claims Real Madrid star is 'flabbergasted' by links to Swedish rape investigation

AFP Soham Mukherjee K. MbappeReal MadridLaLiga Kylian Mbappe's lawyer has spoken out after the forward's name was linked to a Swedish rape investigation in recent days. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Swedish media reported Mbappe as potential suspect Player's lawyer denies allegation Forward yet to receive summon from authorities Follow GOAL …

Preparing for Pep Guardiola's exit? Man City consider Man Utd target Ruben Amorim as new manager as part of Sporting Lisbon-flavoured shakeup

(C)Getty Images Soham Mukherjee Manchester CityP. GuardiolaTransfersPremier LeagueSporting CP Manchester City are reportedly considering Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim as their new manager to succeed Pep Guardiola in 2025. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Guardiola's future hangs in balance Man City preparing for life without the Spaniard Amorim has emerged as a …

'His antics get more embarrassing!' – Cristiano Ronaldo facing monster backlash for 'holding Portugal back' in disastrous draw with Scotland

AFP Mitchell Fretton C. RonaldoScotland vs PortugalScotlandPortugalUEFA Nations League A Cristiano Ronaldo has been slammed on social media after putting in a shocking performance in Portugal's Nations League draw with Scotland. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Portugal held away to Scotland Frustrating night for Ronaldo Striker stormed off after match Follow …

Portugal player ratings vs Scotland: Cristiano Ronaldo's time is running out! CR7 & Bruno Fernandes fire blanks as super Craig Gordon saves Scots in Nations League stalemate

Getty Images Mitchell Fretton Player ratingsPortugalScotland vs PortugalFEATURESScotlandUEFA Nations League AC. Ronaldo It was a hugely frustrating night for the away side as they met a solid Scottish defence at Hampden Park. Portugal faltered in their most recent Nations League outing, drawing 0-0 away at Scotland. It was a frustrating night for Roberto Martinez's men, …

Alex Baena is magic! Spain rip apart 10-man Serbia as Alvaro Morata gets penalty redemption in Nations League

Getty Images Soham Mukherjee SpainUEFA Nations League AL. YamalSpain vs SerbiaSerbia Alex Baena and Alvaro Morata were both on target as Spain beat Serbia 3-0 in the Nations League on Tuesday. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Spain beat Serbia 3-0 Emphatic scoreline justifies La Roja's dominance Baena's late heroics helped him …