Football Gists
Ballon d'Or 2026 Voting Criteria Revealed
France Football has confirmed the three key criteria for the 2026 Ballon d'Or: individual performance, collective success and sportsmanship.
By Michael Evalls · 12 Sept 2026
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Rodrigo Casante
Analysis
Thierry Henry Says Barcelona Have Found Another Sergio Busquets in Rodri
Thierry Henry has compared Barcelona midfielder Rodri to club legend Sergio Busquets, saying the Spanish star immediately makes the team better when fit
By Michael Evalls · 10 Sept 2026
Football Gists
Rodri Delivers Brutal Valencia Assessment After Barcelona Rout
Barcelona’s emphatic victory over Valencia produced plenty of talking points, but Rodri’s blunt assessment of the home side has arguably attracted the most attention.
By Nnadebe Chukwuma · 8 Sept 2026
Premier League
Maresca admits 'anything can happen' with Rodri's Man City future
Rodri has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona, and Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca is unsure on whether the midfielder will stay.
By Collins Godfrey · 14 Aug 2026
Analysis
Rodri’s Premier League Numbers Explain His Huge Value
Rodri’s outstanding Premier League passing numbers show his value as Barcelona reportedly push to sign the Manchester City midfielder.
By Michael Evalls · 11 Aug 2026
Premier League
Maresca expecting Rodri return and Marmoush decision
Rodri is at the centre of much transfer speculation, but he is expected to return to Manchester City in the coming days.
By Collins Godfrey · 10 Aug 2026
Transfers
Mourinho Furious Over Rodri Situation as Real Madrid Face Midfield Blow
José Mourinho is reportedly furious over the Rodri transfer situation, with Barcelona emerging as a serious threat to Real Madrid’s hopes of landing the Manchester City midfielder.
By David Ale · 7 Aug 2026
Transfers
Manchester City Reject Barcelona’s €47m Bid For Rodri, Demand €75m For Midfield Star
Manchester City’s resolve to keep Rodri has been made abundantly clear after the Premier League champions rejected Barcelona’s opening €47 million offer for the Spanish midfielder, with the English club valuing the player at approximately €75 million.
By Nnadebe Chukwuma · 7 Aug 2026
Transfers
Rodri Holds The Key As Real Madrid and Barcelona Go Head-to-Head In Stunning Transfer Battle
The future of Rodri is rapidly becoming one of the biggest talking points of the summer transfer window, with Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona locked in an intense battle to lure the Manchester City midfielder back to La Liga.
By Nnadebe Chukwuma · 6 Aug 2026
Transfers
Rodri Linked With Blockbuster Real Madrid Switch
Real Madrid are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Rodri as they look to reinforce their squad ahead of the new season.
By Nnadebe Chukwuma · 21 Jul 2026