Many thought Memphis Depay was joking when he said Brazil and South America are the home of football when he signed for Corinthians. The Dut
Many thought Memphis Depay was joking when he said Brazil and South America are the home of football when he signed for Corinthians. The Dutch forward was so right because football on that continent is different from the rest.
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is in full swing, with the South American clubs stealing all the attention with their passion for the game. You will watch players playing with 500% passion whilst fans cheer from the stands with all their hearts. This is what football should all be about.
Boca Juniors from Argentina became the first club from South America to taste defeat in the competition when they were beaten by German champions Bayern Munich 2-1 in an intense contest. After the game, Vincent Kompany, the manager of Bayern Munich, was shocked by the support Boca Juniors fans displayed before, during and after the game. Kompany said he has seen many atmospheres in Europe, but Boca Juniors’ fans’ atmosphere made him fall in love with playing again, as it was so touching and perfect.
Manchester City Spanish manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that he would be delighted to manage in South America.
Would you manage in South America one day? Guardiola was asked ahead of the clash against Al Ain on Monday morning.
“Why not?”. He answered.
The Spanish manager has already confirmed his plans to one day coach a side on the South American continent.
Brazilian clubs Botafogo and Flamengo have beaten European champions PSG and English giants Chelsea, which has forced many football fans to change their mindset about South American football.
Manchester City defeated Moroccan side Wydad Casablanca 2-0 in their opening game of the competition and will hope to seal a place in the round of 16 with a win against UAE side Al-Ain in the early hours of Monday morning.
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