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ROI vs POR- European Qualifiers: Fantasy Football Predictions And Match Preview

Catch all the match details, preview, and Fantasy predictions of the European Qualifiers clash of ROI vs POR.

Nov 11, 2021, 10:02 AM3 min read

ROI vs POR- European Qualifiers: Fantasy Football Predictions And Match Preview

Aviva Stadium will host the massive clash of ROI vs POR on 12th November from 1:15 am. The Republic of Ireland is aiming to give a good start against the second positioned team in Group A of the 2022 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers. On the other hand, Portugal will try to continue their quality performance. Follow our Fantasy Football Predictions for all the tricks, tips, and dream teams.

ROI vs POR | Match Details:

Tournament– European Qualifiers
Date and Time– Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, 01:15 A.M.
Stadium– Aviva Stadium
Where to Watch– Sony TEN 1, Sony TEN 2, Sony SIX and their respective HD TV channels, Sony LIV and JioTV

Read also: Best footballs from different football competitions

ROI vs POR | Recent form:

Stephen Kenny's men failed to win matches and achieve the needed results in the early stages of their qualifying campaign. The team will look forward to forming a powerful unit and ending the match against their Thursday opponent on a positive note. The Republic of Ireland failed to qualify for the World Cup after winning only 1 and losing 3 of their 6 matches till now.

ROI recent form (in all competitions) – W W D D L

Fernando Santos' team is currently in the second position in Group A of the 2022 FIFA World Cup European qualifiers. Portugal is just 1 point lesser than Serbia. The team won all their past 5 matches and will look forward to securing the top spot of Group A. Their next two matches are against the Republic of Ireland and Serbia in this journey of World Cup qualifying campaign.

POR recent form (in all competitions) – W W W W W

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ROI vs POR | Team News:

ROI:

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Presently, ROI is 11 points behind Portugal's final qualification spot in Group A and 12 points behind the table-topper Serbia. The teenage defender Andrew Omobamidele is suffering an Achilles injury from Norwich's 2-1 Premier League win and hence is uncertain play the match. The midfielder Jayson Molumby is out of the team due to his hamstring problem.

POR:

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Man City forward Bernardo Silva will not be playing in the match against Ireland. Fernando Santos and his team goes through a huge loss without Joao Cancelo, Joao Palhinha, Diogo Jota, Renato Sanches, Ruben Dias and Jose Fonte on yellow cards.

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Head to head:

Republic of Ireland and Portugal faced each other 14 times previously. Portugal is clearly dominating with 8 wins whereas Ireland registered victory in 4 of these matches. Rest of the 2 matches ended in a draw.

Possible starting lineup:

ROI:

Bazunu; Omobamidele, Duffy, Egan; Doherty, Hendrick, Cullen, Browne, McClean; Robinson, Idah

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POR:

Patricio; Dalot, Pepe, Dias, Cancelo; Moutinho, Palinha, Fernandes; Felix, Ronaldo, Jota

ROI vs POR: Dream11 Fantasy football team and prediction

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Most Golden Boots win in football history

Lionel Messi has won the European Golden Boot a record six times. Let's take a look at the most Golden Boots win in football history.

May 27, 2025, 11:47 AM3 min read

Most Golden Boots win in football history

The European Golden Boot or European Golden Shoe is awarded annually to the leading goal scorer in league matches in the top divisions of European football. First awarded in 1968, this prestigious honour is judged on a points-based system.

Also Read: Players with the most champions league titles

Golden Boot: Rules

The winner is not simply the player with the most goals in the season. There is a weighting system where the goals scored in the top-ranked leagues are worth more. Players from the five highest ranked leagues according to UEFA (based on results of each league's clubs in European competition over the previous five seasons) get 2 points per scored goal, leagues ranked 6-22 get 1.5 points per goal and the remaining leagues get 1 point per goal.

The top five ranked leagues in 2022 were Germany, Spain, England, Italy, and France. The winners usually come from the top-ranked leagues.

Historical Overview

Between 1968 and 1991, the award was given by L'Équipe to the highest goalscorer in any European league. Between 1991 and 1996 there were no official awards given to the top goal scorers, but the leading goalscorer for those years have since been recognized.

Since the 1996–97 season, the award, given by European Sports Media, has used a weighted points system.

Most Golden Boots win

Lionel Messi has won the European Golden Boot a record six times (2009-10, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19). The next closest is Cristiano Ronaldo with four (2007-08, 2010-11, 2013-14, 2014-15).

Let's take a look at the most Golden Boots win in football history.

Also Read: Manchester United Trophy Cabinet

Most Golden Boots win in football history (All Time)

1. Lionel Messi | 6 Times

Most Golden Boots win in football history

Year Goals Team League
2010 34 Barcelona Spain La Liga
2012 50 Barcelona Spain La Liga
2013 46 Barcelona Spain La Liga

2017

37 Barcelona Spain La Liga

2018

34 Barcelona Spain La Liga

2019

36 Barcelona Spain La Liga

2. Cristiano Ronaldo | 4 Times

Most Golden Boots win in football history

Year Goals Team League
2008 31 Manchester United England Premier League
2011 40 Real Madrid Spain La Liga
2014 31 Real Madrid Spain La Liga
2015 48 Real Madrid Spain La Liga

3. Luis Suárez | 2 Times

Most Golden Boots win in football history

Year Goals Team League
2014 31 Liverpool England Premier League
2016 40 Barcelona  Spain La Liga

4. Thierry Henry | 2 Times

Most Golden Boots win in football history

Year Goals Team League
2004 30 Arsenal England Premier League
2005 25 Arsenal England Premier League

5. Robert Lewandowski | 2 Times

Most Golden Boots win in football history

Year Goals Team League
2021 41 Bayern Munich Germany Bundesliga
2022 35 Bayern Munich Germany Bundesliga

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Players with the most champions league titles

Real Madrid players Toni Kroos, Dani Carvajal, Luka Modric and Nacho have equalled Paco Gento's record for most Champions League titles as a player. All of them have won six European Cup/Champions League titles.

May 22, 2025, 3:41 PM2 min read

Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, Nacho Fernandez and Dani Carvajal are the only players to win six Champions League titles in the UCL era. Image | UEFA

The Champions League has always been a huge honour for any team. Teams like Real Madrid have won the trophy as many as 15 times while AC Milan, FC Barcelona, Ajax and Bayern Munich have won found success in Europe's biggest club competition. 

As a result, the players from such elite teams as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Ajax, and AC Milan dominate the charts of players with the most Champions League titles.

Also Read: Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs

Players who have won the most Champions League titles

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Paco Gento was the first player to win six European Cup/Champions League titles as a player.

Iconic Real Madrid left-winger Paco Gento used to hold the record for the most Champions League titles by a player. He has won six trophies in his 18 years at the Santiago Bernabeu.

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However, Real Madrid legends Toni Kroos, Dani Carvajal, Luka Modric and Nacho have equalled his record and became the only players to win six Champions League titles in the UCL era. 

Former Real Madrid, Juventus and Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo is tied up at 5 UCL titles with players like Paolo Maldini, Alessandro Costacurta and Larence Seedorf as well as other Real Madrid giants in Hector Rial and Marquitos, Lucas Vázquez, Gareth Bale, Karim Benzema and a few others.

Also Read: Top 5 Defenders with the Most Champions League Goals

Former Barcelona superstars, Lionel Messi, Xavi and Iniesta, and Gerard Pique won four titles as a player. 

List of Players who have won more than four UCL titles:

No. of wins Player Club(s)
6 Paco Gento Real Madrid (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1966)
Toni Kroos Bayern Munich (2013)
Real Madrid (2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024)
Dani Carvajal Real Madrid (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024)
Luka Modrić
Nacho Fernández
5 Juan Alonso Real Madrid (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960)
Rafael Lesmes
Marquitos
Héctor Rial
Alfredo Di Stéfano
José María Zárraga
Alessandro Costacurta AC Milan (1989, 1990, 1994, 2003, 2007)
Paolo Maldini
Cristiano Ronaldo Manchester United (2008)
Real Madrid (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Gareth Bale Real Madrid (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022)
Karim Benzema
Casemiro
Isco
Marcelo
Lucas Vázquez Real Madrid (2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024)
4 Joseíto Real Madrid (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959)
Enrique Mateos Real Madrid (1957, 1958, 1959, 1960)
Juan Santisteban
José Santamaría Real Madrid (1958, 1959, 1960, 1966)
Phil Neal Liverpool (1977, 1978, 1981, 1984)
Clarence Seedorf Ajax (1995)
Real Madrid (1998)
AC Milan (2003, 2007)
Andres Iniesta Barcelona (2006, 2009, 2011, 2015)
Lionel Messi
Xavi Hernandez
Gerard Piqué Manchester United (2008)
Barcelona (2009, 2011, 2015)
Sergio Ramos Real Madrid (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Raphaël Varane
Mateo Kovačić Real Madrid (2016, 2017, 2018)
Chelsea (2021)
David Alaba Bayern Munich (2013, 2020)
Real Madrid (2022, 2024)
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Donald Trump: 2026 World Cup an 'incentive' for Russia to end Ukraine war

Speaking alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino at the meeting, Trump admitted he was unaware that Russia are banned from the 2026 World Cup.

May 8, 2025, 11:27 AM2 min read

Donald Trump: 2026 World Cup an 'incentive' for Russia to end Ukraine war

US President Donald Trump has made a claim that the FIFA 2026 World Cup could help end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and shut down the war. The Russian national football team has been banned from international competition by FIFA and UEFA since the country's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Trump, during his 2024 campaign, vowed to end the Russia-Ukraine war on the first day back in. But his efforts to broker a deal between the countries have so far stuttered.

Also Read: FIFA World Cup 2026: Teams qualified so far

Trump was unaware of the ban

Trump was questioned about the possible participation of Russia at next year's World Cup. Speaking alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino at the meeting, Trump admitted he was unaware that Russia are banned from the 2026 World Cup.

During the meeting at the White House, a reporter asked the president for his stance on the ban, which was part of global sporting sanctions imposed on Russia following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Trump said, "I didn't know that, is that right? You want to explain that?"

"That is right," replied Infantino. "They are banned for the time being from playing but we hope that something happens and peace will happen so that Russia can be readmitted."

Trump on Russia-Ukraine war

The United States are hosting the World Cup next year along with Canada and Mexico but Russia are currently banned by both FIFA and UEFA from participating in international competitions due to their invasion of Ukraine.

Trump has now said that reinstating Russia for the tournament could help end the war in Ukraine, feeling that it ‘could be a good incentive’ for Putin.

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"That's possible. Hey, could be a good incentive, right?" Trump replied to Infantino.

"We want to get them to stop. We want them to stop. 5,000 people a week are being killed -- it's not even believable. We're going to get that war stopped."

Russia haven't played a competitive fixture since a 2022 World Cup qualifying defeat to Croatia in November 2021. They have played 16 friendlies since then, winning 11 of them.

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Top 10 Greatest EL Clasico Matches of All Time

El Clasico is considered as the greatest football rivalries, between Barcelona and Real Madrid. Here is the list of the top 10 greatest El Clasico matches ever played.

Apr 27, 2025, 6:55 AM5 min read

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El Clasico is one of football’s biggest rivalries, between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. Over the years, they’ve played many exciting and emotional matches, full of great goals and big moments. With stars like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and Roberto Carlos, these games are always packed with talent and drama.

10. Real Madrid 5-0 FC Barcelona, 1995

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Zamorano celebrating his goal in the 1995 El Clasico. Image | TheHardTackle

The Real Madrid vs. Barcelona match on January 7, 1995, at the Santiago Bernabeu was unforgettable. Zamorano netted a hat-trick, leading Real Madrid to a commanding 5-0 victory in this LaLiga clash. It was one of the most one-sided El Clasico matches ever, with the home team fully dominating Barcelona.

The match gave Real Madrid an edge in the title race for La Liga.

9. Real Madrid 2-1 FC Barcelona, 2014

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Gareth Bale(right) celebrating his 85th minute winner against Barcelona in the 2014 El Clasico. Image | Sky Sports

The Mestalla Stadium in Valencia, Spain, hosted the 2014 Copa Del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona on April 16. The match seemed headed for extra time, but a brilliant 85th-minute goal from Gareth Bale secured the victory for Real Madrid. It marked their 19th Copa del Rey title.

8. FC Barcelona 5-0 Real Madrid, 2010

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Xavi Hernandez after scoring the first goal of the night in the 2010 El Clasico. Image | CNN

After dominating El Clasico the previous season, Barcelona, led by coach Pep Guardiola, continued their strong form in 2009-10. Real Madrid had spent big to rebuild their "Galactico Era," bringing in stars like Karim Benzema, Mesut Ozil, and Cristiano Ronaldo.

But Madrid’s firepower wasn’t enough. Barcelona crushed them 5-0 at the Camp Nou, with David Villa scoring twice. Messi didn’t score but played a big role in most of the goals.

Read Also: Barcelona vs Real Madrid trophy battle: Which club has won more trophies

7. FC Barcelona 3-3 Real Madrid, 2007

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Lionel Messi celebrating his hattrick in the 2007 El Clasico. Image | 90MIN

This LaLiga match between Barcelona and Real Madrid took place at Camp Nou on March 10, 2007, and ended in an exciting 3-3 draw. Both teams played their hearts out, making it one of the greatest El Clasico matches in recent years.

Messi scored a hat-trick, while Van Nistelrooy scored twice and Ramos added one for Madrid. A fierce, high-scoring clash that highlighted both teams' firepower.

6. Real Madrid 4-2 FC Barcelona, 2005

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Raul Gonzalez celebrating his goal in the 2005 El Clasico. Image | Squawka

The early 2000s saw Real Madrid stacked with stars like Zidane, Roberto Carlos, Beckham, and Ronaldo Nazario. Despite Barcelona boasting talents like Ronaldinho, Eto'o, and Xavi, Madrid outclassed them with a 4-2 win—Zidane and Ronaldo struck early, while Raul and Owen sealed it in the second half.

5. Real Madrid 3-1 FC Barcelona, 1960

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Alfredo Di Stefano trying to score a goal in the 1960 El Clasico. Image | Alamy

Real Madrid’s clash with Barcelona in the 1960 European Cup Semifinal is seen as a key moment in El Clasico history. Madrid won 3-1 and reached the final. Di Stefano and Ferenc Puskas found the net for Real Madrid, sealing their victory in the semifinal against Barcelona.

The match showed the strong rivalry and attacking power of both teams. It's still remembered today as one of the greatest El Clasico matches and a major turning point in their history.

4. FC Barcelona 4-0 Real Madrid, 2015

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Luis Suarez(centre) celebrating his goal in the 2015 El Clasico. Image | FC Barcelona

During the peak of the MSN era at Barcelona, the team looked unstoppable in Spain. But for the first El Clasico of the season, Messi was out with an injury. Surprisingly, Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t make much impact, while Luis Suárez and Neymar stepped up. They led Barcelona to a dominant 4-0 win over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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3. Real Madrid 4-2 FC Barcelona, 1988

With both teams playing attacking football and creating plenty of chances, this was the greatest El Clasico match of the 1980s. Butragueno gave Real Madrid the lead, but Gary Lineker put Barcelona ahead. Goals from Schuster and Michel made it 3-1 for Madrid. Julio Salinas gave Barca hope, but a late goal from Hugo Sanchez sealed the win for Real Madrid.

2. FC Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid, 2011

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Cesc Fabregas(left) celebrating his assist to Lionel Messi(right) in the 2011 El Clasico. Image | TheNewYorkTimes

One of the most intense and dramatic El Clasicos happened in 2011 during the Supercopa de Espana. The first leg ended in a 2-2 draw at the Bernabeu, but the second leg had everything—goals, fouls, and lots of drama.

Iniesta put Barcelona ahead, Ronaldo equalised, and Messi sealed it with two goals, including a late 88th-minute winner. The match turned chaotic after a foul on Fabregas sparked a brawl, leading to four red cards and Mourinho infamously poking Vilanova in the eye.

1. FC Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid, 2017

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Debatably the greatest El Clasico match of the modern era, took place in the 2016-17 LaLiga season. Real Madrid was leading the league and hoping to extend their lead, while Barcelona needed a win to stay in the title race.

What made this match unforgettable happened in the final moments. The ball was passed to Messi just outside the Real Madrid penalty area. Instead of taking a wild shot, Messi calmly placed the ball into the bottom corner, securing a crucial victory for Barcelona at their biggest rivals' home.

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Club Leon gaffer slams FIFA and Gianni Infantino over Club World Cup exclusion

Club Leon head coach Eduardo Berizzo has slammed FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the organization over the club's controversial exclusion from the 2025 Club World Cup.

Apr 18, 2025, 2:20 PM3 min read

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Club Leon head coach Eduardo Berizzo (Image Credit | Getty images)

Club Leon boss Eduardo Berizzo has come out and slammed FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino over his team being omitted from the 2025 Club World Cup due to rules regarding multiple-club ownership.

In March, FIFA decided that Leon were not qualified to play in the first 32-team competition after they failed to match FIFA's multi-club ownership requirements, and Infantino has since donated their place in a playoff game between Club America and Los Angeles FC.

But the Mexican club has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), and, at a news conference, Berizzo had some strong words against the decision.

Read Also | FIFA considering play-off game to replace Club Leon at the Club World Cup 2025

Club Leon boss slams FIFA and Infantino

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Club Leon's head coach, Eduardo Berizzo, discussed how the decision has affected the team's performance after the club lost to Cruz Azul. He stated:

The FIFA President cannot comment on a supposed replacement without waiting for the ruling. I think his words carry significant weight and he shouldn’t have commented; he should have remained neutral until the CAS ruling.

The rules of competition of the 2025 Club World Cup declared that clubs owned by the same legal entity cannot compete. FIFA decided that Leon and the other Mexican clubs competing in the tournament belonged to the same ownership structure, but Berizzo has criticized FIFA for the lack of transparency. He said:

If the world were the way I wanted it to be, people like that wouldn’t lead organisations like this. FIFA must demonstrate that it is an organisation of integrity, and it isn’t. In the past, it hasn’t been."

Not only with our elimination, but with all this, which involves a fix, a hidden interest to see which team goes, who doesn’t , why teams go, why others leave or why you get eliminated. As long as there’s no clarity or transparency about that, they’ll always remain suspects."

We live in a football world, in organisations and institutions that, instead of representing transparency and setting an example for all citizens, increasingly make us suspicious and make us feel small in the face of what’s happening."

In a football world where everyone should feel supported, a part of, and proud to be a part of, sometimes you feel like running away.

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The Leon boss also targeted his country's national association, the Mexican Football Federation. Berizzo claimed:

You feel treated unfairly; you feel part of a football system governed by individuals who work for subterranean interests that make decisions. It's very striking that the Mexican Football Federation hasn't said a word about this issue.

Read Also | FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Draw: Groups, Format, and Schedule

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