Messi is on the verge of extending his stay with the club. Talks for a contract renewal are in advanced stages, though MLS approval is pending before the agreement can be finalized. With 20 goals and 9 assists in just 21 games, the player has proven to be the heartbeat of the team and a key figure in MLS history.
A wild UCL matchday saw Quarabag stun Benfica with a 3-2 comeback from 2-0 down and Juventus salvage a dramatic 4-4 draw at Dortmund and Liverpool's last minute winner against Atletico Madrid Winning 3-2. Dani Carvajal and Giovanni Di Lorenzi face suspensions while stars like Vlahović, Mbappé and Kane headline the Player of the Matchday nominees. Eintracht Frankfurt and Club Brugge also delivered emphatic wins, setting up an unpredictable tournament atmosphere.
Chelsea’s promising U-19 defender Genesis Antwi has signed a new three-year deal with an option for two more, committing his future to the Blues. The 18-year-old, who recently scored in a 3-2 win, is seen as a key part of Chelsea’s academy plans. This contract underlines the club’s belief in his potential to rise through the ranks and strengthen their U-21 squad. 💥
