ROME (ITALPRESS) – A brief moment of tension at the end of the Spain-Portugal match, involving Rodri and Bernardo Silva, teammates until a few weeks ago at Manchester City.

The incident arose after an attacking move by Portugal: Bernardo Silva headed a cross into the penalty area, but it failed to hit the target. Rodri responded by celebrating his former teammate’s error, a gesture that didn’t go unnoticed and prompted an immediate reaction from the Portuguese midfielder. Bernardo approached the Spanish midfielder to express his displeasure.

Rodri immediately realized he had gone too far and, on the pitch, promptly apologized. He reiterated this clarification to reporters after the match. “I think I’ve said this before: I made a mistake because I celebrated after his mistake. I apologized immediately, but that’s the end of the matter. We have the mutual respect we’ve always had, and that’s all there is to it,” Rodri declared in the mixed zone.

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PARIGI (FRANCIA) (ITALPRESS) – “Un gol in più per Kylian Mbappé, questa volta contro il razzismo. Ha tutto il mio sostegno. Quando le parole sporcano i nostri valori corrispondenti: dignità, rispetto, fraternità”. Con questo post sui social il presidente francese Emmanuel Macron, prende posizione in merito alla polemica scatenata dagli attacchi della senatrice paraguaiana, Celeste Amarilla, nei confronti del capitano dei “bleus” dopo la vittoria della nazionale di Didier Deschamps contro l’Albirroja.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Kylian Mbappé has called Celeste Amarilla, a Paraguayan senator, “a despicable woman” and accused her of “blatant racism” over comments she posted on social media following Paraguay’s elimination by France. “She is a despicable woman, unworthy of her office,” Mbappé wrote on X. “She does not represent Paraguay—a country that exuded passion and honor throughout the competition. Because of her recklessness and blatant racism, the whole world has already forgotten the historic journey and effort made by her players during this World Cup, overshadowed by an incompetent woman who presents the worst possible image of her country. I will never allow people like her the freedom to spread their hatred and racism across the world,” Mbappé wrote. The senator had described Mbappé as a “colonized Cameroonian who shamelessly pretends to be French.”

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Sandro Tonali is a new Tottenham player. The English club announced the news, specifying that the Italian midfielder is joining from Newcastle. “I am very happy to be here,” said Tonali. “When I arrived here, I felt great. I spoke with De Zerbi for almost two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium, and our football. It was like magic, because I realized immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham. I have played against Tottenham several times and always found a fantastic atmosphere, created by fantastic fans. I can’t wait to start the season.” Sporting Director Johan Lange is also pleased: “Sandro is one of the best midfielders in Europe and we are delighted to welcome him to the club. He possesses exceptional technical quality combined with true footballing intelligence, and has the character to excel in a demanding, high-pressure environment. Sandro brings valuable experience at the highest level, both domestically and in European competitions, and I know that our fans will appreciate his energy and commitment on the pitch.”

“Sandro is a special player and an excellent signing for our club,” said De Zerbi. “I have followed him for a long time—ever since he came up through the youth ranks at my hometown club, Brescia—and I am delighted to be working with him now. Given his qualities, Sandro attracted a lot of interest this summer. However, he was very clear about wanting to join Tottenham, and I know our fans will appreciate what he brings to the team.” “Welcome, Sandro,” the statement concludes.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – “I didn’t know that July 5th corresponds to April 1st for FIFA,” Rudi Garcia said at a press conference, speaking about FIFA’s decision to lift Balogun’s suspension. The Belgian national team will face the USA, and the coach didn’t take it well, but he reacted philosophically.

“Our Federation’s statement says it all. Our Federation defends not only us but the entire football system. This decision certainly doesn’t change our approach to the match,” added the former Roma and Napoli coach, before cutting Balogun short when asked yet another question about FIFA and Trump.

“Now I want to focus on the sporting aspect. Let’s talk about these things, it’s better,” Rudi Garcia said. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois echoed his words: “We want to win the match, no matter who we face. The news about Balogun? It certainly surprised me, especially the timing.”

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Jordan Henderson suffered a strange injury. At the end of England’s World Cup victory over Mexico, the Brentford midfielder fell while attempting to climb over an advertising hoarding. He fell heavily to the ground, hitting his arm and hip. Henderson did not return to Kansas City with his national teammates, the Three Lions’ headquarters, but was taken to the hospital in Mexico City. Tuchel confirmed the injury, but more detailed information on the injury and recovery time is pending.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Following Brazil’s defeat to Norway and the Seleção’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, images of a tearful Neymar quickly spread across television and social media around the world.

“I tried and tried again, but it’s over. I started here, and I finish here,” said the 34-year-old Brazilian, confirming his retirement from international football.

Among those who came to his defense was Zlatan Ibrahimović, speaking to Fox Sports. “People will say he could have done more. But he is an extraordinary talent, an incredible player. His skills and technique are unbelievable,” the former Swedish striker said of Neymar.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta’s Foreign Ministry said it is aware of an ongoing police investigation involving the country’s ambassador to Libya, Frank Aquilina, following allegations published by a Libyan journalist.

Geneva-based journalist Khalil Elhassi claimed on X that Aquilina is being investigated over alleged harassment after a complaint by a Libyan employee at the Maltese embassy in Tripoli.

Elhassi alleged that Aquilina was arrested and detained for 48 hours upon arriving in Malta on a private visit before being released. Citing unnamed sources, he said the ambassador was required to report daily to authorities.

The Foreign Ministry said it had not received a complaint regarding the allegations but confirmed it was aware of an ongoing police investigation.

“The matter is still under investigation and no charges have been filed,” the ministry said, adding that it takes allegations of harassment seriously and is monitoring developments closely.

The ministry also confirmed Aquilina was in Malta at the time of publication.

The nature of Aquilina’s relationship with the employee remains unclear, and it is not known whether it was consensual.

Aquilina, appointed ambassador to Libya in September, has previously served in senior diplomatic roles in Palestine, Turkey and Denmark.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – A United States Department of State aircraft was forced to return to Malta International Airport after declaring an emergency shortly after take-off.

The De Havilland Canada Dash 8-300, registered N563AW and operating under the callsign STATE50, departed Malta at around 7.20am on 5 July.

According to Aviation MT, the aircraft declared an emergency while flying about 30 nautical miles west of Gozo before turning back towards Malta.

The turboprop landed safely at Malta International Airport just minutes later. No injuries were reported.

Images taken after landing showed the aircraft taxiing back to its stand with one engine shut down, indicating that an engine malfunction may have prompted the emergency.

The exact cause of the incident has not been officially confirmed.

The emergency return was also tracked and flagged by Flightradar24.

The aircraft is operated by the United States Department of State and is regularly used for government transport missions.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Shortly after Brazil’s defeat to Norway and their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, head coach Carlo Ancelotti sought to ease concerns, describing the moment as “the beginning of a new cycle.”

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) also reaffirmed its support for the Italian manager, expressing its “confidence in Ancelotti’s work,” according to Rodrigo Caetano.

The former player, now the Brazilian national teams’ executive director, said that “the coach is guaranteed for the next cycle” and added that “starting in September, we will begin rebuilding the team, building on the positives from this World Cup while making the necessary adjustments.”

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