The New York Times – Sports:
A Brazilian supermarket magnate saw promise in the soccer star long before he became a household name. Now, believing he was cheated, he’s going to court for the payday that never arrived.
Category: Real Madrid (Soccer Team)
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Kylian Mbappé on Champions League Dreams, P.S.G. Riches and Real Madrid’s Interest
The New York Times – Sports:
In a rare interview, the French soccer star discussed chasing the Champions League title, supplanting his teammate Lionel Messi as world player of the year and the possibility of a move to Real Madrid.
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Real Madrid a Great Test for Celtic’s Champions League Model
The New York Times – Sports:
Under its well-traveled Australian coach, the Scottish champion has become a gateway to Europe for Japanese players, and a model for clubs trying to punch above their financial weight.
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What the Champions League Is Lacking
The New York Times – Sports:
Europe’s richest competition offers the best of what soccer can deliver. But the World Cup still has something it can’t match.
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40,000 Fake Tickets at the Champions League Final? Actually, It Was 2,589.
The New York Times – Sports:
The French authorities blamed tens of thousands of counterfeit tickets for the chaos before Saturday’s Champions League final. The official count was far lower.
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Under Fire for Chaos at Soccer Final, France Rejects Blame for Failures
The New York Times – Sports:
Tear gas and delays marred the Champions League final in Paris on Saturday, raising questions over France’s ability to host large-scale sporting events like the 2024 Summer Olympics.
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Champions League Final Preview: Liverpool vs. Real Madrid
The New York Times – Sports:
Real Madrid and Liverpool will square off on Saturday in Paris. The game is a rematch of the 2018 final.