He just broke Argentina’s national record, scored screamers in El Superclásico, and Real Madrid pulled the trigger before anyone else. But who is Franco Mastantuono – and why is Xabi Alonso betting big on him? Fresh off his breakthrough in River Plate’s midfield, the 17-year-old Argentine wonderkid is now set to shake up Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid – but who exactly is Mastantuono and why is everyone buzzing? Introduction Real Madrid officially confirmed on 13 June 2025 that they’d signed Franco Mastantuono from River Plate The announcement sent shockwaves through the football world – this 17-year-old attacking midfielder is already being hailed as one of Argentina’s brightest prospects. The transfer was no casual move: Madrid had tracked Mastantuono for two years and suddenly rushed to beat Paris Saint-Germain to his signature According to reports, club and new coach Xabi Alonso believe Mastantuono will be “an immediate asset to the first team,” praising his vis...
Navigating the Storm: Everton's Points Deduction Spurs Unexpected Unity Among Fans
Amidst Everton's dramatic descent to second from the bottom in the Premier League table, neighboring clubs find renewed inspiration for the rest of the season, provided Everton's appeal doesn't succeed. However, the most profound motivation emanates from within the Everton community, fostering a siege mentality driven by the perceived unfairness of the substantial 10-point deduction.
Jamie Carragher, echoing sentiments shared by many, deems Everton's punishment as 'excessive,' emphasizing the potential for a justifiable reduction. This situation draws parallels with the vehement backlash against the European Super League, where the consensus was to shield fans from punitive measures.
Contrastingly, Everton supporters now bear the brunt of the repercussions. Despite witnessing their team navigate a challenging start to the season and break free from a recurring cycle of struggle over the past two years, they face an unexpected setback. Sean Dyche and his squad, seemingly innocent in this situation, contend with a significant disadvantage.
While many pundits and even the commission acknowledge Everton's lack of rule violation for a competitive edge, dissenting voices outside the club persist, questioning the legitimacy of Everton's plea for mitigating circumstances.
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