Andrés Iniesta officially announces the end of his legendary career

Andrés Iniesta officially calls time on a legendary career

Mbappe with his new mask is ready

Mbappe and the Ninja Turtles

The Spitting incident: Rudi Völler and Frank Rijkaard

In the wild world of football, where rivalries run deep and tempers flare hotter than a summer barbecue, the clash between Germany and the Netherlands at the 1990 World Cup was more dramatic than a soap opera marathon. Picture this: two powerhouse teams, one spitting incident, and enough drama to make Shakespeare blush.

In the midst of this soccer spectacle, Dutch dynamo Frank Rijkaard decided to add his own special ingredient to the mix by giving German striker Rudi Völler a surprise shower of saliva. Talk about adding some extra flavor to the game!

But wait, there's more! The referee, probably thinking he stumbled onto the set of a reality TV show, promptly showed both players the red card, sending them off like disgraced contestants.

Fast forward a few months, and Rijkaard, feeling more sheepish than a lamb caught in the rain, apologized to Völler, blaming his momentary lapse of reason on relationship drama. And just like that, the feud went from fiery to funny faster than you can say "goal!"

In a stroke of marketing genius, the two rivals buried the hatchet (and probably a few tubs of butter) by starring in a commercial together, proving that sometimes all it takes to smooth things over is a good laugh and a stick of butter. Who knew football could be so deliciously entertaining?

Mourinho's opinion about Messi and the Ballon d'Or

Jose Mourinho talks about Wesley Sneijder, Lionel Messi and the 2010 Ballon d'Or

Van Gaal's claim that Argentina's World Cup win with Messi was 'rigged.'

Virgil van Dijk doesn't see eye to eye with Louis van Gaal's claim that Argentina's World Cup win with Messi was 'premeditated.'

Que miras bobo

"Que miras bobo?" The famous incident between Lionel Messi and Wout Weghorst in the game Argentina vs Netherlands in the 2022 World Cup.

Messi the GOAT of the goats

Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk

Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk should have played together in the World Cup

Casillas vs Robben

Cristiano Ronaldo: The greatest goalscorer in European Championship history

Cristiano Ronaldo: The greatest goalscorer in European Championship history

1️⃣1️⃣ Cristiano Ronaldo
9️⃣ Michel Platini
7️⃣ Alan Shearer
6️⃣ Antoine Griezmann
6️⃣ Ruud van Nistelrooy
6️⃣ Patrick Kluivert
6️⃣ Wayne Rooney
6️⃣ Thierry Henry
6️⃣ Zlatan Ibrahimovic
6️⃣ Nuno Gomes

Netherlands vs Ukraine Euro 2020

 Wijnaldum 52'
 Weghorst 58'
 Yarmolenko 75'
 Yaremchuk 79'
 Dumfries 85'

Netherlands-Ukraine was an absolute rollercoaster 

Burak Yilmaz the Turkish Ronaldo

Burak Yilmaz had the Netherlands running scared yesterday

Van Basten Euro 88 final goal

On June 25, 1988, Marco van Basten delivered a goal that would forever echo in the annals of European football history. In the final of the European Championship against the Soviet Union, the 23-year-old Dutch striker stunned the world with an audacious volley that defied belief, skill, and even a bit of physics.

The Dutch team had already taken a 1-0 lead, courtesy of Ruud Gullit, and were looking comfortable. But Van Basten, who had shown brilliant form throughout the tournament, decided to add a little magic. In the 54th minute, Arnold Mühren lofted a long cross from the left side of the pitch. The ball was high and floating, seemingly meant to buy the Dutch some time on the ball rather than set up a scoring opportunity. But Van Basten saw a chance and went for it.

As the ball descended, Van Basten launched into an almost acrobatic move, meeting it on the volley with his right foot at a sharp angle. The shot was struck so cleanly that it soared over Soviet goalkeeper Rinat Dasayev and into the far corner of the net. The crowd erupted as the ball nestled in, and Van Basten, for a moment, could only stand in disbelief. He’d just scored one of the most improbable goals in European Championship history.

That goal sealed the Netherlands' first major international trophy, with a 2-0 victory over the Soviet Union, marking an era for Dutch football and cementing Van Basten's reputation as one of the game's greats. The image of that volley—Van Basten mid-air, striking the ball with perfect technique—has become a lasting symbol of what makes football magical: the perfect mix of timing, skill, and a dash of audacity.

When Andres Iniesta won the 2010 World Cup for Spain

Andres Iniesta famous goal

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Johan Cruyff philosophy

So many incredible students have studied the Johan Cruyff philosophy 👨‍🎓

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All together in Dubai for the Globe Soccer Awards

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"Now Virgil, win titles that really count and then we'll talk."

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Katia Aveiro certainly didn't hold back as she ranted at Virgil van Dijk for a joke he made about the Juventus star's absence from the Ballon d'Or awards ceremony!

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Van Dijk collecting GOATS

GOATs beware! After conquering Lionel Messi with Liverpool in the Champions League, Virgil van Dijk has his sights set on Cristiano Ronaldo in the Nations League final!

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Here’s Virgil! 😝

Here’s Virgil! 😝
'Germany collapse against Netherlands was like a horror film' Thomas Muller

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Gladiators vs Lions in the UEFA Nations League finals

So now we know the final four for the Nations League finals! Will host nation Portugal be able to fend off England, Switzerland, and Netherlands to claim the title?

Goal link: https://www.goal.com/en/galleries/goals-cartoon-corner-the-best-football-sketches-from-omar/1/5h5idxuqf71t1a242x8f9cmtj

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