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Last updated: May 21, 2026, 11:45 PM ET

Champions League & Domestic Titles

Cristiano Ronaldo sealed Al Nassr's first Saudi crown with two goals in a 4-1 victory over Damac, securing the league title in his second season. Meanwhile, AC Milan will deploy a masked Luka Modric for the decisive final Serie A match to bolster their Champions League qualification push, aiding teammate Christian Pulisic. In England, Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembélé vowed 100% fitness for the Champions League final against Arsenal, despite recent thigh concerns.

World Cup Shake-ups

England's World Cup plans suffered multiple blows as Chelsea's Levi Colwill and Cole Palmer were excluded, joining Harry Maguire—who admitted he is "shocked and gutted" to miss the 26-man party. Across the Atlantic, USMNT defender Chris Richards sustained two torn ankle ligaments but is projected to recover in time for the tournament kickoff in three weeks. Germany's squad announcement brought a major surprise with veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, 40, ending his retirement to join Julian Nagelsmann's roster.