Football beyond mainstream
Rasmus Hojlund, Denmark’s match-winner against Portugal, made headlines not only for his goal but also for his celebration, which paid homage to his idol Cristiano Ronaldo. After scoring the decisive goal in the 78th minute, the Manchester United forward imitated Ronaldo’s iconic “Siuuu” celebration, jumping and spinning in the air to the delight of the…
In a nail-biting El Derbi Madrileño, Real Madrid secured their spot in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals after a dramatic penalty shootout against city rivals Atlético Madrid. The two-legged tie ended 2-2 on aggregate, forcing the match into penalties, where VAR played a decisive role in a controversial turn of events. Kylian Mbappé opened the…
