… Much of the build-up to the squad announcement centred on Coach Carlo Ancelotti’s decision over whether to include Neymar. …
Neymar suffers calf injury, expected to join Brazil campGhana Minute.
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Carlo Ancelotti
Also known as: Coach Carlo Ancelotti
Brazil manager who extended his contract through the 2030 World Cup after joining from Real Madrid.
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- May 2026
… Written by Italian journalist Alessandro Alciato, author of biographies for Andrea Pirlo and Carlo Ancelotti among others, the book is a colourful tale of how Mr Infantino has transformed FIFA since he was elected on 26 February 2016 in Zurich, Switzerland. …
FIFA publishes book on Infantino… Under managers such as Carlo Ancelotti and Zinedine Zidane, he became fundamental to Madrid’s tactical structure, providing width, supporting midfield build-up play, and helping the team transition seamlessly between defence and attack. …
Carvajal to leave Real Madrid after 23 years… The 34-year-old was looking to impress a day before Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti names his squad for this summer’s World Cup. …
Neymar furious as he is wrongly substituted… The mentality is next, next, next.” It is a mentality that has brought Casemiro back into the Brazil squad – he is expected to be Carlo Ancelotti’s captain at this summer’s tournament. …
Casemiro’s fond farewell – how Brazilian turned Man Utd career aroundCarlo Ancelotti has extended his contract as Brazil manager until the 2030 World Cup. …
Ancelotti extends Brazil contract until 2030Brazil coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has said Neymar has “improved a lot” in recent weeks but is yet to reveal if he will make the World Cup squad. …
‘Improving’ Neymar could play at WC -Ancelotti… Three managers – Carlo Ancelotti, Xabi Alonso, Arbeloa – have been unable to make them function as a partnership. …
An iron fist joining a broken team: Inside Mourinho’s Real return… He went through a period of complete humility when he first arrived at Real Madrid, realising he was doing what he was told under Carlo Ancelotti. …
Injury row, yacht trip & petition – what’s going on with Mbappe?- April 2026
… Think Carlo Ancelotti twice. That is the template Perez returns to when his patience runs out. …
Why Mourinho could be Real’s ‘ultimate wildcard’
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Neymar nursing calf injury, expected fit for Brazil World Cup
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Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury with oedema but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil's World Cup camp next week. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, was named in the squad for the tournament starting June 11 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
22 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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Neymar nursing calf injury, expected fit for Brazil World Cup
Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury with oedema but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil's World Cup camp next week. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, was named in the squad for the tournament starting June 11 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
22 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thursday 21 May
FIFA publishes book on Infantino's first ten years
FIFA has published a book by Italian journalist Alessandro Alciato documenting Gianni Infantino's first 10 years as FIFA President since his election in February 2016. The book covers behind-the-scenes stories, women's football growth, revenue redistribution, and FIFA's transition from corruption to transparency.
21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Monday 18 May
Real Madrid captain Carvajal to depart after 23 years
Dani Carvajal, 34, will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires in June after two spells at the club covering 23 years. The right-back made 450 appearances, won 27 titles including six Champions League titles, and is among only five players to win the Champions League six times.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunday 17 May
Neymar wrongly substituted in Santos' loss to Coritiba
Neymar was substituted out in the 65th minute after the fourth official incorrectly held up his number 10 instead of Gonzalo Escobar's, despite Neymar being temporarily off the pitch for treatment on a calf injury. Santos confirmed the error, and Neymar was yellow-carded after attempting to return to the field.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Casemiro revives Manchester United career ahead final appearance
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, 34, will make his final Old Trafford appearance for Manchester United against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, having turned around a troubled 2024–25 season after initially facing fan criticism and benching under manager Ruben Amorim.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 15 May
Carlo Ancelotti extends Brazil contract until 2030
Carlo Ancelotti has extended his contract as Brazil manager through the 2030 World Cup, one year after joining the role from Real Madrid. Ancelotti has secured Brazil's qualification for the 2026 World Cup and compiled a record of five wins, two draws, and three losses in ten games in charge.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 14 May
Neymar improved recently but World Cup selection undecided
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar has "improved a lot" in recent weeks and remains hopeful of playing in his fourth World Cup after being included in the preliminary squad, though Ancelotti has not yet confirmed his selection for the 26-man roster due May 18.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Wednesday 13 May
Jose Mourinho returning to Real Madrid after 13 years
Jose Mourinho is returning to Real Madrid 13 years after his previous stint, as announced by president Florentino Perez at a contentious press conference. The appointment aligns Mourinho's siege mentality and media-focused approach with Perez's worldview amid internal divisions in Madrid's dressing room.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 7 May
Mbappe's yacht trip sparks fan backlash and "Mbappe out" petition
Kylian Mbappe's holiday to Sardinia during his injury recovery has angered Real Madrid fans despite club approval, fuelling an online petition calling for his departure as frustration grows over his difficult second season at the club.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 28 April
Real Madrid considers Mourinho as potential manager replacement
Real Madrid's manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces pressure after poor results, sitting closer to third-place than league leaders Barcelona with a 64% win percentage in La Liga. Jose Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, is being mentioned as a potential replacement, having previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →