Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has recorded a series of notable landmarks after his side went top of the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Burnley on Wednesday. Silva is leaving Manchester City when his contract expires in June, bringing down the curtain on nine illustrious, trophy-laden seasons at the Etihad Stadium. The 31-year-old […]

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West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes is catching the attention of some top clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. Despite their poor season, the Hammers midfielder has impressed with his consistent performances. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY […] The post Just In: PSG in contact with midfielder that Bruno Fernandes wants at Man United appeared first on CaughtOffside.

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Paul Pogba said that Bruno Fernandes would be more highly regarded in the Ballon d’Or race if he played for Manchester City instead of Manchester United. While Bruno Fernandes is considered one of Europe’s top stars, he has yet to reach a level that allows him to seriously contend for the Ballon d’Or. According to Paul Pogba, that would be completely different if the Portuguese midfielder were playing for Manchester City rather than Manchester United. “Can Bruno Fernandes do more than he does now at United? Do you think Bruno, if he’s in another team, he’s not a top three Ballon d’Or player?” Pogba asked during a recent appearance on Rio Ferdinand Presents, the podcast hosted by the Premier League icon. “For me, you put him in City and he’s in the top three for the Ballon d’Or—Bruno Fernandes—with the stats this season, the way he plays and everything,” the French midfielder added, highlighting Bruno’s performances during the current campaign with Manchester United. However, Pogba acknowledged that individual brilliance alone is not enough to secure the game’s top individual honors, such as the Ballon d’Or and The Best FIFA award: “When you don’t win… we don’t think about it. This is life, this is football.” If Bruno was at Man City, he’d have won the Ballon d’Or! @paulpogba @rioferdy5 pic.twitter.com/CGz5VL0r4i — Rio Ferdinand Presents (@RioMeets) April 22, 2026 Bruno Fernandes’ performances this season Bruno Fernandes has been a key player in Manchester United’s progress this season following the arrival of Michael Carrick as interim coach. The midfielder has taken on a more advanced role during this stretch compared to his position under previous manager Ruben Amorim. That shift has been reflected in his numbers. Fernandes has made 32 appearances for the Red Devils this season—31 as a starter—across the Premier League, FA Cup, and Carabao Cup. He has recorded 8 goals and 19 assists, averaging 0.84 goal contributions per match. With Bruno as the team’s main creative force, Manchester United have climbed the table and now sit third in the Premier League standings, closing in on qualification for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League. However, that has not translated into silverware, continuing a trend that has defined much of Fernandes’ time at the club. Since arriving at United in January 2020, the Portuguese playmaker has won just two trophies: the 2022–23 EFL Cup and the 2023–24 FA Cup. Ballon d’Or recognition has eluded Bruno Fernandes Despite being one of Manchester United’s standout players for more than six years, Bruno Fernandes has largely been overlooked in Ballon d’Or voting. As Pogba pointed out, the lack of team success may be a major factor. So far, Fernandes has appeared only once on the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist. That came in 2021, when he finished tied for 21st place alongside Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez.

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Guillermo Ochoa shares with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo the chance to become the first player to appear in six World Cups, but he could be left out of Mexico’s roster. With just 50 days to go until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, countless storylines are emerging around the tournament. One of them centers on the real possibility that a player could feature in six editions of the competition for the first time, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo leading the way. Guillermo Ochoa could reach that mark as well, but his place with Mexico is far from guaranteed. After being out of favor for nearly a year under coach Javier Aguirre, Ochoa returned during the March international break, when he served as the third-choice goalkeeper in matches against Portugal and Belgium, behind Raul Rangel and Carlos Acevedo. However, another player appears to be pushing for that spot. “Xolos de Tijuana goalkeeper Antonio Rodriguez could be one of the ‘new faces’ on the national team list ahead of the World Cup,” Record reported this week. “‘El Vasco’ has always had him in mind,” the report added, referring to Aguirre’s plans. “Javier has held talks with Antonio,” a member of Mexico’s staff told Record, while stopping short of confirming that the Xolos goalkeeper has secured a place in the 26-man roster. “Antonio is a goalkeeper with strong numbers and the level to be here, but Javier has the final say.” Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre. Rangel and Acevedo are Mexico’s top goalkeepers With less than two months until Mexico open their 2026 World Cup campaign against South Africa, it appears clear that Raul Rangel will be the national team’s starting goalkeeper. The Chivas player has started seven of the team’s last eight matches, while continuing to deliver solid performances at club level. Santos Laguna captain Carlos Acevedo is the second option, having remained a consistent call-up in recent months. That leaves just one spot available for a goalkeeper in the 26-man roster set to compete this summer in North America. The battle for Mexico’s third goalkeeper spot In the race for Mexico’s third goalkeeper role, Ochoa holds the advantage of vast international experience, having appeared in five consecutive World Cups since Germany 2006. On the other hand, his career is nearing its final stage, and he no longer holds the same club-level prominence he once did—currently playing for AEL Limassol in Cyprus. Antonio Rodriguez’s case is the opposite. He is enjoying an outstanding run with Tijuana, playing a key role for the club in Liga MX. However, his international experience is minimal: he has made just two appearances for Mexico, the most recent in December 2023. Messi, Ronaldo, and Ochoa chase sixth World Cup Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi appear on track to feature in the 2026 World Cup with Portugal and Argentina, respectively. That would allow them to become the first players in history to compete in six editions of the tournament. Germany 2006 was their first appearance, followed by South Africa 2010, Brazil 2014, Russia 2018, and Qatar 2022. Guillermo Ochoa followed that same path with Mexico, but the goalkeeper’s outlook is far less certain heading into North America 2026.

Due to Cancelo's injury occurring 50 days before the 2026 World Cup, and Barcelona's heavy reliance on his recent form under Hansi Flick, the incident has caused worry on both the club and national levels. Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal national team are on alert after Joao Cancelo picked up a knee injury for Barcelona, with the World Cup now just around the corner and uncertainty surrounding the defender’s condition. Due to Cancelo’s injury occurring 50 days before the 2026 World Cup, and Barcelona’s heavy reliance on his recent form under Hansi Flick, the incident has caused worry on both the club and national levels. The injury occurred during Barcelona’s La Liga match against Celta Vigo, where the club was forced into an early defensive change. What initially looked like a minor knock quickly turned into a worrying situation for a player who had been one of the team’s most consistent performers. Joao Cancelo started the match on the left side of Barcelona’s defence, continuing his regular role in Hansi Flick’s system. However, just minutes into the game, he went down after a challenge and immediately showed signs of discomfort in his knee. Medical staff rushed onto the pitch to assess him, but it was clear he could not continue. Alejandro Balde was brought on as a replacement as the Blaugrana was forced into an early reshuffle. It looks like joao cancelo has done his knee right there!!! It looks serious he can’t continue playing 😳 pic.twitter.com/xjxI5PTRRY — LIVE GOALS (@FTLiveGoals) April 22, 2026 Growing concern for Portugal ahead of World Cup The timing of the injury has raised broader concern beyond Barcelona, especially in Portugal, where Cancelo remains a key figure alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. With the World Cup approaching, any potential long-term absence would be a significant setback. Early indications suggest the injury involves his right knee, though the severity is still unknown. Reports confirm that Cancelo was able to walk off the pitch, offering some hope that the damage may not be serious. Still, uncertainty remains, and that alone is enough to worry both club and national team staff. The 31-year-old was able to leave the field unassisted following his substitution, but the severity of the injury is yet unknown. Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal interacts with teammate Joao Cancelo Medical tests to determine extent of injury amid Portugal’s injury woes According to Diario AS, Barcelona has already scheduled further medical examinations to determine the exact nature of the injury and how long he may be sidelined. The club is waiting for clarity before making any official conclusions. Cancelo has been in strong form since returning to the Camp Nou, contributing consistently in both defensive stability and attacking support. His absence, even if temporary, would force Flick to rely more heavily on Alejandro Balde in key fixtures. This latest setback adds to Portugal’s growing list of concerns ahead of the World Cup, with other key players, including Vitinha and Nuno Mendes, already dealing with fitness issues. His partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo at international level has been central to the Selecao’s recent campaigns, making his fitness a priority for the national setup.