Today in Football: Highlights You Might Have Missed
22 June – Alexander-Arnold’s Stunning Pass for Real Madrid Goal
In just his second game for Real Madrid, Trent Alexander-Arnold showed his class by delivering a perfectly timed pass that led to the team’s second goal against Pachuca. Despite going down to 10 men early, Madrid led 2-0 at half-time, with Trent playing a key role in the buildup.
21 June – Dortmund Substitutes Watched Game from Dressing Room
During a Club World Cup match in hot conditions (30.5°C), Borussia Dortmund’s bench opted to watch the game indoors due to extreme heat. The team still managed a 4-3 win over Mamelodi Sundowns. Manager Niko Kovac highlighted the heat as a major challenge for European teams.
19 June – Libyan Match Abandoned After Violence
A Libyan Premier League match between Al-Ahly Tripoli and Al-Ittihad was abandoned after fans stormed the stadium, lit flares, and caused chaos. The unrest extended outside, with the Al-Ittihad team bus set ablaze. The violence is believed to be tied to ongoing political protests in the country.
18 June – Rico Lewis Red Card Sparks Debate
Manchester City’s Rico Lewis received a controversial red card in a 2-0 win over Wydad AC after a challenge left an opponent injured. While some fans called it harsh, others believed it was justified.
17 June – Matheus Cunha’s Street Skills Get Fans Talking
Footage of Man Utd’s new signing Matheus Cunha playing 5-a-side in Brazil went viral. While some praised his talent, others expressed concern about potential injury ahead of pre-season.
17 June – Referee Body Cam Impresses Fans
“Ref Cam” footage from Chelsea’s 2-0 win over LAFC wowed fans. The on-field camera gave a unique view of the action, and many fans called for the technology to be used in the Premier League.
15 June – Olise’s Brutal Interview After 10-0 Win
After Bayern Munich’s 10-0 thrashing of Auckland City, Michael Olise made headlines for his cold response when asked if he felt bad for the opponents. His one-word answer? “No.”
14 June – Trent Impresses in Real Madrid Training
Early signs suggest Trent Alexander-Arnold may be Real Madrid’s new set-piece specialist. He was seen assisting a goal from a corner in training and may take over free-kick duties too.
12 June – Gabriel Wants Arsenal to Sign Rodrygo
Arsenal defender Gabriel called Brazil teammate Rodrygo a “phenomenon” and publicly supported a potential transfer. Mikel Arteta is reportedly also a fan, and Real Madrid may value Rodrygo at nearly £77 million.
10 June – Anthony Gordon’s Shocking Miss vs Senegal
During England’s game against Senegal, Anthony Gordon missed a golden chance from close range, leading to an equalizer from Senegal. The miss may go down as one of the worst of the season.
