# Sports — Tezzfeed > Latest Sports briefs from Tezzfeed, in plain markdown for language models. HTML desk: https://tezzfeed.com/sports Agent map: https://tezzfeed.com/llms.txt ## Cape Verde’s Vozinha Nominated for Ballon d’Or Goalkeeper of the Year After World Cup Heroics 2026-09-14. Source: ESPN. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Goalkeeper of the Year award after an impressive World Cup campaign. The 40-year-old helped his nation reach the knockout stage in their first-ever World Cup, notably keeping a clean sheet against eventual champions Spain. His performances made him a standout story before he joined Chilean club Colo-Colo. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/cape-verdes-vozinha-nominated-for-ballon-dor-goalkeeper-of-the-year-after-world-cup-heroics-1788937911946.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/cape-verdes-vozinha-nominated-for-ballon-dor-goalkeeper-of-the-year-after-world-cup-heroics-1788937911946 ## Argentina Football to Pause All Matches in 10th Minute for One-Minute Tribute to Retiring Messi 2026-09-14. Source: ESPN. Argentina will pause all domestic football matches in the 10th minute this weekend for a one-minute applause tribute to Lionel Messi following his retirement from international football. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) said the tribute will take place across men’s and women’s competitions and other domestic football events. Stadiums with video screens will also show a special tribute video before matches. The 10th-minute pause is a symbolic nod to Messi’s iconic No. 10 shirt. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/argentina-football-to-pause-all-matches-in-10th-minute-for-one-minute-tribute-to-retiring-messi-1788424739542.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/argentina-football-to-pause-all-matches-in-10th-minute-for-one-minute-tribute-to-retiring-messi-1788424739542 ## Brazil Interested in Playing Friendly Match Against Bangladesh, Says BFF 2026-08-24. Source: Bangla Tribune. A five-member Brazilian Football Confederation delegation inspected Dhaka’s National Stadium ahead of Brazil’s October 3 friendly against India. The delegation assessed the pitch, dressing rooms, drainage and other facilities. BFF official Iqbal Hossain said Brazil could use the stadium as a neutral venue or play Bangladesh in the future. The delegation may return after ongoing ground preparations are completed. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/brazil-interested-in-playing-friendly-match-against-bangladesh-says-bff-1787551874739.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/brazil-interested-in-playing-friendly-match-against-bangladesh-says-bff-1787551874739 ## FIFA Bans Paredes for 10 Matches After World Cup Final Clash With Spain 2026-09-13. Source: BBC. Leandro Paredes has been banned for 10 matches and Nahuel Molina for seven following clashes after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain. Both were fined $90,000. The AFA received a $321,000 fine and home crowd restrictions. Gavi and Thiago Almada were banned for one match, while Roberto Ayala received three. AFA plans to appeal the sanctions. 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Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/messi-fined-by-mls-for-slapping-bangladesh-origin-player-quinn-sullivan-1787384312133.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/messi-fined-by-mls-for-slapping-bangladesh-origin-player-quinn-sullivan-1787384312133 ## Brazilian Football Legend Roberto Carlos Reportedly Converts to Islam 2026-09-16. Source: Fanatik. Turkish media outlets, including Haberler, have reported that Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos has converted to Islam. The 53-year-old former Real Madrid, Brazil, and Fenerbahçe star reportedly embraced Islam around four weeks ago after reciting the Shahada during a meeting with Sheikh Jihad Hamada, a prominent figure in Brazil’s Muslim community. The reports have since attracted widespread attention online. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/brazilian-football-legend-roberto-carlos-reportedly-converts-to-islam-1787118065621.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/brazilian-football-legend-roberto-carlos-reportedly-converts-to-islam-1787118065621 ## Leaked Police File Reveals Bomb Threat Against Messi at World Cup 2026-09-16. Source: Times Of India. A leaked police dossier has reportedly revealed alleged terror threats surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Lionel Messi reportedly among the targets. Ahead of Argentina’s match against Egypt, a suspect allegedly threatened to attack Messi with explosives at Atlanta Stadium. Police also received a warning about three bombs in stadium bins, prompting searches by bomb-disposal teams and sniffer dogs, but no explosives were found. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/leaked-police-file-reveals-bomb-threat-against-messi-at-world-cup-1786177690535.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/leaked-police-file-reveals-bomb-threat-against-messi-at-world-cup-1786177690535 ## Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodríguez Reportedly Set to Marry Next Weekend: Daily Mail 2026-09-17. Source: Fabrizio Romano FB. Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez are reportedly set to marry next weekend in Madeira, Ronaldo's birthplace. The private ceremony is expected to take place in Funchal, attended by close family and friends. The reported wedding follows years of speculation surrounding the couple's relationship and possible marriage, though neither Ronaldo nor Rodríguez has officially confirmed the plans. 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Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/just-13-days-after-world-cup-final-messi-returns-for-inter-miami-1785650756128.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/just-13-days-after-world-cup-final-messi-returns-for-inter-miami-1785650756128 ## Neymar Retired from International Football 2026-09-16. Source: Goal. Neymar has confirmed his retirement from international football following Brazil's round-of-16 exit to Norway at the 2026 World Cup. Reflecting on his career with the Selecao, the 34-year-old said he has no regrets, stressing that he gave everything for his country. The Brazilian star leaves behind a remarkable legacy after years of representing and inspiring his nation. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/neymar-retired-from-international-football-1785324573249.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/neymar-retired-from-international-football-1785324573249