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Romano: Atlético Madrid to lodge FIFA complaint against Barcelona over Álvarez deal

Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reported that Atlético Madrid will file a formal complaint with FIFA regarding Barcelona's handling of the Álvarez transfer.

According to Romano, Atlético Madrid plans to lodge an official complaint with FIFA over Barcelona's negotiations with Álvarez, who remains under contract with the Spanish club.

Atlético Madrid CEO Gil Marín said: "It is our responsibility to defend Atlético Madrid's interests, which is why we will file a complaint with FIFA regarding Barcelona's negotiation with a player who is still under contract during the player's protected period."

According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have all set to close Marco Palestra deal for fee over €50m, package in excess of €55m.

Romano:

Chelsea have all set to close Marco Palestra deal for fee over €50m, package in excess of €55m.

Atalanta are ready to accept, Italian RWB offered to earn way more compared to Inter salary proposal.

Final green light needed by Palestra — as Inter won’t match the bid.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the fifth active player with double-digit World Cup goals

In the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Portugal faced Uzbekistan. In the first half, Ronaldo scored twice, becoming the fifth active player to reach double-digit goals in World Cup history.

Against Uzbekistan, Ronaldo scored in the 6th minute and again in the 39th minute.

With these goals, Ronaldo has now scored 10 goals across 24 FIFA World Cup appearances, becoming the fifth active player to reach double-digit World Cup goals.

The other four are Messi (18 goals), Mbappé (16 goals), Kane (10 goals), and Müller (10 goals).