Mexico City/Atalanta – Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has announced his squad for upcoming international friendlies against Mexico and the United States, and notably absent from the roster is Cristiano Ronaldo. The decision comes as the 41-year-old Al Nassr forward continues his recovery from a hamstring injury sustained in late February, according to multiple reports. … Read more
/data/photo/2026/03/15/69b615b74837c.png "Simon Grayson Joins Indonesia National Team: John Herdman Gains Experienced English Coach for FIFA Series 2026")
Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesia national team is bolstering its coaching staff with the addition of experienced English manager Simon Grayson, ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series 2026. Grayson confirmed his role as an assistant coach to John Herdman, signaling a significant step in the preparations for the international competition. The appointment, first reported on … Read more
/data/photo/2025/03/26/67e31414638dd.jpeg "Maarten Paes Reveals Emotional Reason for Choosing Indonesia National Team, Honors Grandmother’s Legacy")
AMSTERDAM – Ajax Amsterdam goalkeeper Maarten Paes has revealed the deeply personal and emotional reason behind his decision to represent the Indonesian national team. The choice, he says, wasn’t simply a footballing calculation, but a profound tribute to his late grandmother and her strong historical ties to Indonesia. Paes’s decision to turn down opportunities with … Read more