&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-commanders&quot;&gt;Washington Commanders&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will square off with&lt;strong&gt; Dallas Cowboys &lt;/strong&gt;in a Week 17 showdown of the 2025&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;regular season. Here’s everything you need to know, including kickoff details and streaming options for USA fans, so you don’t miss any of the action.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/191277?irad=356362&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys online in the USA on Fubo]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Christmas Day delivers another marquee &lt;strong&gt;NFL &lt;/strong&gt;matchup as the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys&quot;&gt;Dallas Cowboys&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Washington Commanders&lt;/strong&gt; square off in a rivalry game that still carries plenty of intrigue, even with both teams eliminated from playoff contention.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dallas&lt;/strong&gt;, led by &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott&quot;&gt;Dak Prescott&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, enters with pride and momentum on the line, aiming to reward its fan base and close the regular season as strong as possible, while &lt;strong&gt;Washington&lt;/strong&gt;, sitting at 4–11, looks to play spoiler and give its supporters something to celebrate before the year comes to a close.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Washington Commanders &lt;/strong&gt;play against &lt;strong&gt;Dallas Cowboys &lt;/strong&gt;in Week 17 of the 2025&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;NFL&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;regular season on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Thursday, December 25&lt;/strong&gt;. Kickoff is scheduled for&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;1:00 PM (ET).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251225_BUS_550146_Josh-Johnson-of-the-Washington-Commanders_1fae59d4.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550155&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Josh Johnson of the Washington Commanders – Greg Fiume/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 1:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 10:00 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;NFL&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;matchup between the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Washington Commanders &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; Dallas Cowboys &lt;/strong&gt;will be available for live streaming on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/191277?irad=356362&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;Fubo&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Fans can also catch the game on CBS and Netflix.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Josh Allen&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; is the cornerstone of the &lt;strong&gt;Buffalo Bills&lt;/strong&gt;, making his availability crucial as the team prepares for its upcoming matchup against the &lt;strong&gt;Philadelphia Eagles&lt;/strong&gt;. After dealing with a &lt;strong&gt;foot injury&lt;/strong&gt;, the Bills have now provided an &lt;strong&gt;encouraging update&lt;/strong&gt; on the quarterback’s status.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Allen suffered the injury during Buffalo’s narrow Week 16 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Fortunately for the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Bills&lt;/a&gt;, the &lt;strong&gt;issue does not appear to be serious&lt;/strong&gt;. Allen was spotted at practice on Wednesday, offering optimism about his availability.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Bills listed Allen as a &lt;strong&gt;limited participant in Wednesday’s practice&lt;/strong&gt; ahead of Week 18. While the session was a walkthrough, the team still released estimated participation levels as part of its standard injury report.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Who else is injured for the Bills?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Buffalo is currently dealing with several injury concerns across the roster. Defensive end &lt;strong&gt;Joey Bosa (hamstring)&lt;/strong&gt;, defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (calf), tight ends Dalton Kincaid (knee) and Dawson Knox (knee) are just some of the players who were all listed as &lt;strong&gt;non-participants in Wednesday’s&lt;/strong&gt; practice.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In addition to Allen’s status, the &lt;strong&gt;Bills are closely monitoring the health of tight ends Kincaid and Knox&lt;/strong&gt;. Both have been key contributors to the offense and remain questionable heading into the game against Philadelphia.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If neither is able to play, &lt;strong&gt;Jackson Hawes would be Buffalo’s only healthy tight end&lt;/strong&gt;. The third-string option has recorded &lt;strong&gt;15 receptions for 187 yards and three touchdowns this season&lt;/strong&gt;—solid production given his role.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;For now, the &lt;strong&gt;Bills appear cautiously optimistic about Allen&lt;/strong&gt;, but his practice status over the coming days will be critical in determining his availability for Sunday’s game.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if the Bills defeat the Eagles in Week 17?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Buffalo Bills face a challenging matchup in Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles. While &lt;strong&gt;both teams have already secured playoff spots&lt;/strong&gt;, every remaining win is critical as they battle for improved seeding in the postseason.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buffalo&lt;/strong&gt; currently sits as the &lt;strong&gt;No. 6 seed in the AFC&lt;/strong&gt;. The Bills are still mathematically alive in the AFC East race, but &lt;strong&gt;winning the division would require the New England Patriots to lose&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If that scenario doesn’t unfold, &lt;strong&gt;Buffalo can still target the No. 5 seed&lt;/strong&gt;, which is currently held by the Los Angeles Chargers. To move up, the &lt;strong&gt;Bills would need the Chargers to lose at least one game&lt;/strong&gt; while &lt;strong&gt;Buffalo wins out&lt;/strong&gt; to close the regular season.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson&quot;&gt;Lamar Jackson&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; and the &lt;strong&gt;Baltimore Ravens&lt;/strong&gt; have been through the wringer in the 2025 &lt;strong&gt;NFL &lt;/strong&gt;season. With the &lt;strong&gt;two-time MVP&lt;/strong&gt; battling injuries all year long, John Harbaugh’s side has struggled to be consistent and the 7-8 record clearly reflects that. Now, reports suggest the two sides aren’t seeing eye-to-eye, and there is one organization who could be poised to make a move for the South Florida native.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Coming off a 2024 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt; season in which many fans believe Jackson was snubbed of his third career MVP award—and a back-to-back honor—&lt;strong&gt;Lamar has been underwhelming in 2025.&lt;/strong&gt; The former first-round selection has been in and out of the lineup due to injuries, and that has truly tested Baltimore’s patience. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to reports, the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens&quot;&gt;Ravens&lt;/a&gt; are now running short on tolerance for their quarterback’s shortcomings. Jackson has his fair share of reproaches toward the franchise as well. Apparently, the two sides are &lt;strong&gt;closer than ever to going at each other’s throats,&lt;/strong&gt; as they can’t find common ground in contract renegotiations. With chaos looming on the horizon, a report suggests Jackson has one preferred destination in the NFL: the &lt;strong&gt;Miami Dolphins&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;“&lt;em&gt;The Ravens should look at possible trades, which could net them two or three first-round draft picks. &lt;strong&gt;Jackson, a South Florida native, would love to play in Miami&lt;/strong&gt;, where quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is no longer the starter&lt;/em&gt;,” as reported by &lt;em&gt;The Baltimore Sun’s&lt;/em&gt; Mike Preston.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_551217_lamar-jackson-1_06fd7c27.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-551229&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Lamar Jackson against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Miami is in need of a QB&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Phins have long flirted with him but could really use a bona fide franchise quarterback right now. &lt;strong&gt;Tua Tagovailoa’s days as an NFL starter are seemingly numbered&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins&quot;&gt;Miami&lt;/a&gt; will test out Quinn Ewers in the final weeks of the season, but the Texas Longhorns alumni hasn’t looked like a long-term answer.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Adding Jackson to the equation might solve many issues for Mike McDaniel and the Dolphins, but it would bring other troubles of its own. Mainly, the Phins would have to figure out a way to allocate both &lt;strong&gt;Jackson’s $74.5 million cap hit&lt;/strong&gt; in the 2026 season and &lt;strong&gt;Tagovailoa’s $54.6 million&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Needless to say, that’d be downright impossible unless the Ravens and Dolphins agree to help out one another—which would &lt;strong&gt;virtually drown both teams in cap penalties&lt;/strong&gt;—or they get some help from a third party in the league.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid&quot;&gt;Andy Reid&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; spoke about the Chiefs’ move in 2031, leaving Arrowhead Stadium. The head coach admitted that it should not be a major problem for fans, as they will continue to remain very close to the people of Kansas and Missouri.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“I think it’s phenomenal news. I went through this in Philadelphia where we had one of these deals. It doesn’t matter if it’s here or Kansas. We’re not moving to Florida. I mean, we’re right here. So, we’ve always had Kansas people come here and to the Missouri side, and it’ll be likewise the other way. That’s the beautiful thing about it. Plus, it’ll be a beautiful facility. The fans will be very proud of it. It’ll be definitely loud. Those will be exciting times there.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The decision by the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs&quot;&gt;Kansas City Chiefs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; has been widely questioned, as fans argue that the entire tradition of Arrowhead cannot simply be erased overnight, along with what it meant to play outdoors during the playoffs. This was something that gave &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes&quot;&gt;Patrick Mahomes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; an advantage in several of his runs to the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why are the Kansas City Chiefs moving out of Missouri?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Chiefs are moving out of Missouri because they secured a better financial agreement with the state of Kansas to fund the construction of a new stadium. That is the reason they decided to leave Arrowhead Stadium.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;h2&gt;Will the new Chiefs stadium be a dome?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Yes. The new Chiefs stadium will be a dome and will have an approximate capacity of 65,000 seats. The goal of the Hunt family is that, with a modern venue, they can host big events such as the Super Bowl.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;There’s no doubt that the &lt;strong&gt;New England Patriots&lt;/strong&gt; are one of the biggest surprises of this &lt;strong&gt;NFL&lt;/strong&gt; season, having already secured a playoff spot and vying for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye&quot;&gt;Drake Maye&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;’s performance has been outstanding, and one of his main motivators has been &lt;strong&gt;Josh McDaniels&lt;/strong&gt;, the offensive coordinator in Foxborough.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Ahead of the Patriots’ final two games—visiting the Jets and hosting the Dolphins—Maye spoke about the advice he received from McDaniels, &lt;strong&gt;already turning his focus toward his first-ever playoff appearance.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Yeah, I think it’s really important,”&lt;/em&gt; the QB started. &lt;em&gt;“Coach &lt;strong&gt;McDaniels has talked to me about improving and getting better in practice as you reach the end of the season and reach playoff time&lt;/strong&gt;. You want to feel like you’re improving in practice, and guys are practicing hard. That translates to the game.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“You want to practice well during the week, and you always feel like you play the best when you have a good week of practice. So, it’s really big on continuing a little winning streak these last couple games, &lt;strong&gt;heading into the playoffs feeling good about ourselves and feeling like we’ve still got some work to do&lt;/strong&gt;.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_551181_drake-maye-josh-mcdaniels_500a1d70.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Drake Maye with Josh McDaniels&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-551189&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Maye’s extraordinary season&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Drake Maye &lt;strong&gt;has emerged as a top-tier MVP candidate in 2025&lt;/strong&gt;, showing immense growth under the guidance of offensive coordinator &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-mcdaniels&quot;&gt;Josh McDaniels&lt;/a&gt;. The second-year quarterback has flourished in a more structured system, &lt;strong&gt;amassing 3,947 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, and only 8 interceptions through Week 16. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;His impressive 73.4 QBR and improved decision-making have transformed the Patriots’ offense into one of the league’s most efficient units, solidifying Maye’s status as a cornerstone franchise player and a legitimate threat to win the league’s highest individual honor.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_551181_drake-maye-2-1_3fad0e83.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Drake Maye New England Patriots&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-425540&quot; sizes=&quot;(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots &lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Eyeing the AFC crown&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The race for the AFC’s top seed has reached a fever pitch as the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots&quot;&gt;New England Patriots&lt;/a&gt; (12-3) battle the Denver Broncos (12-3)&lt;/strong&gt; for the conference’s lone first-round bye. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;To secure the #1 seed, the Patriots must handle business on the road against the Jets before returning home to face the Dolphins in their season finale. While New England controls its destiny for the AFC East title, the Pats are currently neck-and-neck with Broncos, needing to outpace them in the final two weeks to guarantee home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/philadelphia-phillies&quot;&gt;Philadelphia Phillies&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; continue to operate under the assumption that retaining &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jt-realmuto&quot;&gt;J.T. Realmuto&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; is the preferred outcome, but confidence has not translated into closure. Despite extending an offer weeks ago, &lt;strong&gt;the organization has yet to receive a response from its longtime catcher&lt;/strong&gt;, opening the door to alternative planning.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Realmuto’s importance goes well beyond his offensive production&lt;/strong&gt;. He remains central to how the Phillies manage their pitching staff, game preparation, and clubhouse leadership. Still, silence from his camp has forced the front office to prepare for a scenario that once felt unlikely. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As the market develops, Philadelphia is now balancing patience with pragmatism, aware that viable catching options are scarce — and increasingly mindful that a &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/phillies-must-make-key-decision-regarding-jt-realmutos-contract-standoff&quot;&gt;looming decision on JT Realmuto’s contract standoff&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; may force the Phillies to start evaluating other alternatives.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How would the Phillies replace JT Realmuto if he leaves?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to NBC Sports Philadelphia insider &lt;em&gt;Cole Weintraub&lt;/em&gt;, the Phillies’ contingency plan would not involve free agency. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;Any contingency plan would more likely come via trade than from a thin free-agent catching class,&lt;/strong&gt;”&lt;/em&gt; Weintraub wrote, emphasizing how limited the open market is at the position.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251225_BUS_551256_realmuto-jt_dba7b0f7.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-551257&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;&amp;nbsp;J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies runs to third base. Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Realmuto remains the top catcher available, which helps explain why his market has been stronger than expected. Even in a down offensive year—&lt;strong&gt;.257/.315/.384 with 12 home runs and a .700 OPS&lt;/strong&gt;—his overall value continues to outpace alternatives.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Realmuto still holds the leverage&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Philadelphia originally acquired Realmuto in a 2019 trade with the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-marlins&quot;&gt;Miami Marlins&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, and he has been the club’s everyday catcher ever since. That continuity, combined with his leadership, gives him significant leverage in negotiations.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;694d3a36e2d53b59fb2f06de&quot; data-title=&quot;How should the Phillies handle a potential J.T. Realmuto departure?&quot; data-options=&quot;4&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Whether the Phillies ultimately meet &lt;strong&gt;Realmuto’s price or pivot toward a trade remains unresolved. &lt;/strong&gt;What is clear is that time, rather than urgency, is shaping this standoff—and the next move could define the roster’s foundation for years to come.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot;&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; continue to take a measured approach this offseason, and one potential avenue now appears to be closing. Despite recent speculation, the organization is not expected to pursue Japanese right-hander &lt;strong&gt;Tatsuya Imai&lt;/strong&gt;. With uncertainty still surrounding &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cody-bellinger&quot;&gt;Cody Bellinger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;’s future in the Bronx, New York appears reluctant to make additional high-commitment moves.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With several starters facing delayed returns in 2026, the &lt;strong&gt;Yankees were loosely connected to Imai in recent weeks as a possible reinforcement&lt;/strong&gt;. His power arm and availability on the international market made him a natural fit for speculation, especially given the club’s historical ties to Japanese pitchers.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, internal sentiment suggests &lt;strong&gt;New York may be comfortable standing pat rather than making a significant move&lt;/strong&gt;, even as questions persist about the rotation’s short-term stability.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Are the Yankees truly out on Tatsuya Imai?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;That speculation cooled considerably Tuesday night when &lt;em&gt;YES Netwo&lt;/em&gt;r&lt;em&gt;k&lt;/em&gt; insider &lt;em&gt;Jack Curry &lt;/em&gt;addressed the rumors directly. Speaking on a Hot Stove segment, Curry made it clear the connection never materialized. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;The Yankees’ connection to Tatsuya Imai does not exist,&lt;/strong&gt;”&lt;/em&gt; Curry said, dismissing reports that had linked the two sides.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251225_BUS_551250_Tatsuya-Imai-pitching_d5ba7912.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Tatsuya Imai pitching&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-539297&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Tatsuya Imai pitches in the Japanese league. Via MLB.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to Curry, the Yankees are prepared to open the season with &lt;strong&gt;Ryan Yarbrough&lt;/strong&gt; penciled in as the No. 5 starter if needed. That stance reflects confidence in internal options rather than a desire to chase another high-priced arm on the market.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Rotation questions remain, but urgency does not&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Yankees are expected to begin the 2026 season without several key starters. &lt;strong&gt;Gerrit Cole&lt;/strong&gt; continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery, &lt;strong&gt;Carlos Rodon&lt;/strong&gt; may not return until late April or May, and &lt;strong&gt;Clarke Schmidt&lt;/strong&gt; is likely to miss most of the season following his own elbow surgery.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Even so, the projected rotation—including &lt;strong&gt;Max Fried&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Luis Gil&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Cam Schlittler&lt;/strong&gt;, and &lt;strong&gt;Will Warren&lt;/strong&gt;—has reduced pressure to pursue external reinforcements like Imai. The Yankees appear willing to absorb early-season uncertainty rather than commit resources prematurely.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How Bellinger factors into New York’s patience&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With &lt;strong&gt;Bellinger’s status s&lt;/strong&gt;till unresolved, the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/yankees-rumors-team-reportedly-develops-backup-strategy-if-cody-bellinger-opts-out-of-signing-for-next-season&quot;&gt;Yankees are keeping backup options open across the roster&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Any major pitching addition could be influenced by how that situation plays out, reinforcing why the club has resisted aggressive moves elsewhere.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;694d2f14e2d53b59fb2f06db&quot; data-title=&quot;Should the Yankees have pursued Tatsuya Imai to stabilize the rotation?&quot; data-options=&quot;4&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;For now, &lt;strong&gt;stepping back from Imai aligns with a strategy built on flexibility&lt;/strong&gt;. Whether that patience extends beyond the winter will depend largely on how the Bellinger talks conclude—and how the rotation holds up once the season begins.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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NY Yankees appear unlikely to pursue Imai amid Bellinger uncertainty

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot;&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; have yet to make a splash in the &lt;strong&gt;MLB&lt;/strong&gt; offseason. Coming off a somewhat disappointing campaign, many expected the Pinstripes to go all in ahead of the 2026 season. However, that hasn’t been the case. Now, a report suggests New York might be after a temporary patch rather than a long-term solution to aid the lack of bona fide starting pitchers on the active lineup.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With &lt;strong&gt;Gerrit Cole, Clarke Schmidt, and Carlos Rodon out&lt;/strong&gt; to start the 2026 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb&quot;&gt;MLB&lt;/a&gt; season, Max Fried is being left out to dry by the Yankees’ front office. That could all change as there is still time for New York to shakeup its roster and bullpen. Still, most signs suggest the Bronx Bombers are focusing on other positions at the moment. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Obviously, re-signing Cody Bellinger holds priority, with &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/yankees-rumors-team-reportedly-develops-backup-strategy-if-cody-bellinger-opts-out-of-signing-for-next-season&quot;&gt;rumors hinting the Yankees have developed a strategy if he doesn’t re-sign&lt;/a&gt;. Still, surrounding Fried with another star pitcher could prove to be just as paramount. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On that note, a report indicates the Yankees &lt;strong&gt;could be after former &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-royals&quot;&gt;Kansas City Royals&lt;/a&gt; pitcher Michael Lorenzen,&lt;/strong&gt; looking for him to fill the position before Cole, Schmidt, and Rodon return to the mound at Yankee Stadium. Lorenzen is currently unsigned for the 2026 MLB campaign.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Lorenzen could help out Yankees&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“The New York Yankees are in the position of &lt;strong&gt;needing a bridge starter&lt;/strong&gt;, essentially, until Gerrit Cole, Clarke Schmidt and Carlos Rodon can recover from injuries. Lorenzen isn’t the sexiest option, but &lt;strong&gt;he has the pedigree to warrant consideration&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; as stated by&lt;em&gt; FanSided’&lt;/em&gt;s Christopher Kline. &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;“&lt;em&gt;Better yet: He’s an experienced reliever and can transition to the bullpen as needed. New York can figure out which role suits him best at this stage.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


        


&lt;h2&gt;Lorenzen’s numbers in 2025&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What started off smoothly turned out to be a rocky year as Lorenzen struggled to end the season. As a result, the 33-year-old pitcher—&lt;strong&gt;named to the All-Star Game in 2023&lt;/strong&gt;—posted a 7-11 record. Moreover, he registered a 4.64 ERA, 127 strikeouts, and a WHIP of 1.33 over 141 innings pitched.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Cole’s uncertain production in 2026&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Yankees are set to face much uncertainty by the time Opening Day 2026 comes around in the spring. &lt;strong&gt;Cole is recovering from Tommy John surgery&lt;/strong&gt; on his right elbow. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to a report from &lt;em&gt;CBS News&lt;/em&gt; back in October 2024, about 35% of active MLB pitchers had undergone the procedure—in which a partially or fully torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) on the medial side of the elbow is &lt;strong&gt;replaced with a tendon. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Regardless, it’s still a risky surgery that casts doubt on a pitcher’s production in the seasons following the medical intervention. With that in mind, &lt;strong&gt;it might be wise for New York to acquire pitching help&lt;/strong&gt; in case Cole—35—regresses next season.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;694c6cbbe2d53b59fb2f06d9&quot; data-title=&quot;Who will be the Yankees&apos; best pitcher next season?&quot; data-options=&quot;5&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;Only a quick look at the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-red-sox&quot;&gt;Boston Red Sox&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; tells the story: they are buyers in the &lt;strong&gt;MLB &lt;/strong&gt;offseason. However, they could be looking to sell before being able to spend accordingly—more specifically on &lt;strong&gt;Alex Bregman&lt;/strong&gt;. On that note, Boston might have slid a name in negotiations with other organizations.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Red Sox are &lt;strong&gt;leaving no stone unturned&lt;/strong&gt; in their attempt to retain &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alex-bregman&quot;&gt;Bregman&lt;/a&gt;. After the star third baseman opted out of the final two seasons of his three-year, $120 million deal, Boston has been tasked with a mission: stopping him from signing elsewhere.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;That’s easier said than done, and the Red Sox know it. With that in mind, Boston has reportedly begun shopping young pitcher &lt;strong&gt;Brayan Bello&lt;/strong&gt;. Bello’s contract guarantees that &lt;strong&gt;he must be paid $50.5 million over the next four &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb&quot;&gt;MLB&lt;/a&gt; seasons&lt;/strong&gt;. In more ways than one, shipping him away could get the Red Sox out of the pickle they are currently in.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“On another front, a rival executive said Monday &lt;strong&gt;the Red Sox have ‘quietly shopped’ right-hander Brayan Bello&lt;/strong&gt;, a characterization a person briefed on Boston’s conversations disputed. That person, however, said Bello’s name often surfaces when teams ask about the Red Sox’s young pitching&lt;/em&gt;,” as reported by &lt;em&gt;The Athletic’s&lt;/em&gt; Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Bello’s stats&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Although Bello’s numbers don’t pop out of the stat sheet, he did put up a strong production during the 2026 MLB campaign. &lt;strong&gt;In his fourth year in the league&lt;/strong&gt;, Bello recorded 11 wins and 9 losses, a 3.35 ERA, 124 strikeouts, and a 1.24 WHIP.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Though he registered the best ERA of his career, it’s still a work in progress, as he has averaged a 4.09 mark since entering the league. The Red Sox acknowledge the rising potential, but &lt;strong&gt;they see it as a negotiating chip rather than a cornerstone&lt;/strong&gt; for the future.&lt;/p&gt;

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Red Sox’s youngster owed $50 million emerges as trade candidate

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; are one of the teams making the biggest moves this &lt;strong&gt;MLB&lt;/strong&gt; offseason, slowly beginning to rebuild following the departure of their star player, &lt;strong&gt;Pete Alonso&lt;/strong&gt;. In recent hours, the arrival of a new addition for &lt;strong&gt;Carlos Mendoza&lt;/strong&gt; was confirmed ahead of the upcoming season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to Jon Heyman, &lt;strong&gt;the latest acquisition joining the Big Apple comes with a name: Mike Baumann&lt;/strong&gt;. Most recently in the MLB with the Miami Marlins, the 30-year-old pitcher joins the Mets to help, in some way, elevate the team’s level.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Baumann &lt;strong&gt;made his debut in 2021, wearing the Baltimore Orioles’ colors&lt;/strong&gt;. Since then, his short but whirlwind career has seen him suit up for the Seattle Mariners, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels, and even the Tokyo Yakult Swallows.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Baumann’s numbers last season&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;After a solid 2023 campaign where he posted a 3.76 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP over 64.2 innings,&lt;strong&gt; Mike Baumann struggled to maintain his consistency during the 2024 season.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_551163_mike-baumann_cccfe463.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Mike Baumann&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-551174&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt; Mike Baumann #55.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His &lt;strong&gt;overall ERA rose to 5.55 with a 1.49 WHIP, as he allowed a career-high 59 hits and 36 earned runs&lt;/strong&gt; while bouncing between five different franchises. Despite the statistical dip, Baumann still displayed flashes of his potential, particularly during his early-season stint with the Baltimore Orioles, where he maintained a much more effective 3.44 ERA before being designated for assignment.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Filling the void left by Alonso&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Following &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pete-alonso&quot;&gt;Pete Alonso&lt;/a&gt;’s departure to the Baltimore Orioles on a five-year, $155 million deal, the &lt;strong&gt;New York Mets are shifting toward a “sum-of-the-parts” strategy to remain competitive. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;To fill the massive void at first base, the team signed veteran Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract and acquired Marcus Semien via trade to bolster the middle infield. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;While the front office is leaning on internal growth from young players like Mark Vientos and Brett Baty, the club remains active in the market for additional power, reportedly eyeing stars like Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker to protect Juan Soto in the lineup.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Boxing Day&lt;/strong&gt; in England is more than just a date marked in red on the calendar. For decades, December 26 has been synonymous with non-stop soccer: packed stadiums, crowded pubs, and a full day of &lt;strong&gt;Premier League&lt;/strong&gt; action that became one of the most recognizable cultural hallmarks of British sport. In 2025, however, only one match will take place, featuring &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/manchester-united&quot;&gt;Manchester United&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; against &lt;strong&gt;Newcastle United&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;2025/26 season represents a significant exception&lt;/strong&gt;. The Premier League did not schedule a full round of matches for Boxing Day. Instead, just a single game is set for Friday, December 26: &lt;strong&gt;Manchester United vs &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/newcastle&quot;&gt;Newcastle United&lt;/a&gt; at Old Trafford&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The rest of matchday 18 was &lt;strong&gt;rescheduled for Saturday, December 27, and Sunday, December 28&lt;/strong&gt;, temporarily breaking a tradition that had endured for over a century.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why did the Premier League make this decision?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The main reason is not soccer-related but contractual and structural. &lt;strong&gt;The Premier League and its broadcasting partners agreed on a calendar requiring 33 league weekends&lt;/strong&gt;, leaving only five midweek dates throughout the season. This structure directly reflects broadcast rights sales and the strategic distribution of matches in key viewing slots.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-large&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; data-id=&quot;512367&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_551192_Joelinton_17b8aec7.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Joelinton&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-512367&quot; sizes=&quot;(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Joelinton of Newcastle United&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;In 2025, December 26 falls on a Friday, a day considered part of a &lt;strong&gt;“standard weekend”&lt;/strong&gt; in television contracts, rather than a holiday with multiple broadcast windows. &lt;strong&gt;To meet the 33-weekend requirement, the league moved most matches to Saturday and Sunday&lt;/strong&gt;, reserving only one game for Friday.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Additional &lt;strong&gt;pressure comes from the expansion of European competitions&lt;/strong&gt;—Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League—and the reconfiguration of domestic cups, including FA Cup weekends with exclusive scheduling. &lt;strong&gt;The English calendar is tighter than ever&lt;/strong&gt;, and the Premier League prioritized full weekends, more valuable for television, over a full midweek matchday.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What is the Boxing Day tradition?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The tradition dates back to the late 19th century, when professional soccer began to establish itself as a popular spectacle. The day after Christmas, historically associated with short travels, family gatherings, and collective consumption, found its perfect companion in &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/soccer&quot;&gt;soccer&lt;/a&gt;. Over time, Boxing Day evolved from a social custom into a global showcase: &lt;strong&gt;while much of the world went quiet for the holidays, England lit up its stadiums&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;For years, matchdays featuring ten games in one day were an essential part of England’s soccer identity. The ritual&lt;strong&gt; closed the calendar year in style, with heated rivalries&lt;/strong&gt;, unpredictable results, and record-breaking audiences.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;origin of “Boxing Day” goes back to the Middle Ages&lt;/strong&gt;. On the day after Christmas, &lt;strong&gt;the noble classes would give boxes or baskets of food and fruit to their servants&lt;/strong&gt;. This holiday is celebrated in English-speaking European countries and is also known as the “Second Day of Christmas.”&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;2025 has been a year of change and breakthroughs for &lt;strong&gt;Luis Diaz&lt;/strong&gt;. His departure from Liverpool was driven by a desire for a salary increase that reflected his performances on the pitch. His first half-season with Bayern Munich has put him ahead of names like &lt;strong&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi&quot;&gt;Lionel Messi&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; in The Guardian’s year-end ranking.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Increasingly, even legends considered among the best players in history appear lower on these lists, showing that time affects all careers. Luis Diaz’s consistent performances have elevated him, according to one of the most prestigious &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/soccer&quot;&gt;soccer&lt;/a&gt; media outlets, &lt;strong&gt;which publishes an annual ranking of the 100 best players based on votes from journalists&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Colombian is positioned &lt;strong&gt;at number 31&lt;/strong&gt;, surpassing &lt;strong&gt;Messi at 34&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo at 51&lt;/strong&gt;, reflecting the relative impact of their seasons. The analysis leaves little room for debate.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“What a year this has been for Diaz, with his highest finish yet a reflection of a year in which he &lt;strong&gt;won the Premier League with Liverpool and has already taken huge steps towards&lt;/strong&gt; following up with a Bundesliga title at Bayern Munich. &lt;strong&gt;The Colombian was an underrated huge part of Arne Slot’s incredible debut campaign&lt;/strong&gt; and perhaps has been underestimated generally; Liverpool didn’t want to pay a 28-year-old top-level wages to extend his contract and many in Germany doubted Bayern’s wisdom in pushing the boat out for a forward pushing 30,” &lt;/em&gt;said analyst Andy Brassell in The Guardian.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Luis Diaz’s impact at Bayern Munich&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;It has been a spectacular semester for &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-diaz&quot;&gt;Diaz&lt;/a&gt; since joining the Bundesliga giant. His &lt;strong&gt;13 goals and 7 assists in 22 official matches&lt;/strong&gt; across all competitions justify the accolades he has received.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Diaz’s contributions place him ahead of players like Messi in the United States and &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/a&gt; in Saudi Arabia, who remain prominent but are not outperforming him in collective impact. &lt;strong&gt;He is the highest-ranked Colombian in this prestigious international ranking.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The current form of the German powerhouse is inseparable from Diaz’s impact. The team lost points in only three official matches this semester. In the Bundesliga, &lt;strong&gt;they collected 41 points out of 45 possible&lt;/strong&gt;, the best start in the club’s history &lt;strong&gt;since the league adopted the 18-team&lt;/strong&gt;, three-points-per-win format.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Only Arsenal in the Champions League&lt;strong&gt; has managed to take points from the in-form European team&lt;/strong&gt;, which, with Díaz’s goals and assists to teammates like Harry Kane, has achieved the best start in the history of the five major European leagues since records began.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;South Americans surpassing Diaz&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In The Guardian ranking, Diaz is ahead of other notable South Americans, including &lt;strong&gt;Moises Caicedo (32), Alexis Mac Allister (35), Federico Valverde (37)&lt;/strong&gt;, Jamal Musiala (43), and Kevin De Bruyne (73). Among South Americans, he ranks as the fifth most influential, behind only &lt;strong&gt;Raphinha, Lautaro Martínez, Vinicius Junior, and Julian Alvarez&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Luis Díaz surpasses Messi and Ronaldo in The Guardian’s 2025 player rankings

Argentine defender turns down South American giants to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami — Report

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo placed behind Luis Diaz in prestigious 2025 ranking - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cameroon&quot;&gt;Cameroon&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will square off against&lt;strong&gt; Gabon &lt;/strong&gt;in the Matchday 1 of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/africa-cup-of-nations&quot;&gt;2025 Africa Cup of Nations&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;group stage. Here’s all the key information, including the match date, kickoff time, and streaming options for fans in the United States.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/stream/live/preview/bein-sports/?title=Watch+the+Africa+Cup+of+Nations+Online+with+fuboTV&amp;amp;irad=638202&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch Cameroon vs Gabon online in the US on Fubo]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Two familiar rivals get a chance to bounce back as &lt;strong&gt;Gabon &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;Cameroon &lt;/strong&gt;square off after both narrowly missing Intercontinental Qualifier spots. &lt;strong&gt;Gabon &lt;/strong&gt;fell in the semifinals to &lt;strong&gt;Nigeria &lt;/strong&gt;and will look to maximize what could be one of &lt;strong&gt;Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang&lt;/strong&gt;’s final runs at the international level.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Meanwhile, &lt;strong&gt;Cameroon &lt;/strong&gt;enters eager to respond after a shock loss to &lt;strong&gt;DR Congo&lt;/strong&gt;. With the &lt;em&gt;Indomitable Lions&lt;/em&gt; led by the attacking spark of &lt;strong&gt;Bryan Mbeumo&lt;/strong&gt;, this matchup offers both sides a prime opportunity to open their AFCON campaign with a statement result.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Cameroon vs Gabon match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cameroon &lt;/strong&gt;take on&lt;strong&gt; Gabon &lt;/strong&gt;for the Matchday 1 of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025/2026&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Africa Cup of Nations &lt;/strong&gt;group stagethis&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, December 24&lt;/strong&gt;. The action is set to kick off at&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;3:00 PM (ET)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_550650_Pierre-Aubameyang-of-Gabon_53c3f22a.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Pierre Aubameyang&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-525613&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Pierre Aubameyang of Gabon – Michael Steele/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Cameroon vs Gabon: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;3:00 PM&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;CT:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;2:00 PM&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;MT:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;1:00 PM&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;PT:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;12:00 PM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Cameroon vs Gabon in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Catch this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025 Africa Cup of Nations&lt;/strong&gt; clash between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Cameroon &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; Gabon &lt;/strong&gt;live in the USA, streaming on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/stream/live/preview/bein-sports/?title=Watch+the+Africa+Cup+of+Nations+Online+with+fuboTV&amp;amp;irad=638202&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;Fubo&lt;/a&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;Other options: Fanatiz USA, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español and beIN SPORTS Connect.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch Cameroon vs Gabon live in the USA: 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Where to watch Cameroon vs Gabon live in the USA: 2025 Africa Cup of Nations - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al%20nassr&quot;&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; delivered a commanding performance against &lt;strong&gt;Al Zawraa&lt;/strong&gt; in the group stage finale of the &lt;strong&gt;AFC Champions League Two&lt;/strong&gt;, with &lt;strong&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/strong&gt; providing crucial assists. The match ended 5-1, with Al Nassr controlling possession from start to finish and creating multiple scoring opportunities. Al Zawraa struggled to respond, unable to find a consistent rhythm against a highly organized Al Nassr. The victory secured a perfect record for Al Nassr in Group D.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The first half saw Al Nassr open the scoring through Kingsley Coman, following sharp combinations with Angelo Gabriel and Joao Felix. &lt;strong&gt;Wesley and Cristiano Ronaldo also made key contributions, helping extend the lead to 4-0&lt;/strong&gt; before halftime. Al Zawraa managed a goal through Ibrahim Gbadamosi, reducing the deficit slightly, but it was not enough to shift momentum.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In the second half, both teams made several substitutions, yet Al Nassr maintained dominance. &lt;strong&gt;Kingsley Coman completed his brace after a clever setup from Joao Felix&lt;/strong&gt;, while Al Zawraa could not capitalize on their chances. The match ended 5-1, showcasing Al Nassr’s tactical depth and attacking quality. &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/a&gt;’s involvement in the buildup highlighted his impact in the team’s continental campaign.&lt;/p&gt;

Al Nassr and Al Zawraa clash in the AFC Champions League Two

Welcome to our live blog of the AFC Champions League Two group stage finale.
Al Nassr face Al Zawraa today in a decisive matchup, with knockout stage implications still in play. Al Nassr arrive having already secured qualification and first place in the group, while Al Zawraa need a result to advance.
Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates as both teams square off in this continental showdown.

Start time!

Al Nassr vs Al Zawraa will get underway at 11:00 AM ET (PT:8:00 AM)

Today's venue

King Saud University Stadium, commercially known as Al-Awwal Park, hosts today’s AFC Champions League Two match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The stadium, which serves as Al Nassr’s home ground, has been operated by Saudi Media Company since September 2020 and features a seating capacity of 25,000, providing the stage for this decisive group finale.
Here's how it looks:
<figure class="image"><img class="size-full wp-image-550822" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_550752_al-nassr-stadium_43ba6b0f.webp&width=1920&height=1080" alt="A general view inside the stadium Al-Awwal Park." width="1920" height="1080"><figcaption> A general view inside the stadium Al-Awwal Park.</figcaption></figure>

Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today?

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/is-cristiano-ronaldo-playing-today-for-al-nassr-vs-al-zawraa-in-2025-afc-champions-league-two-matchday-6">Everything points to Cristiano Ronaldo being involved in today’s match</a>, as he has been named in the squad and is expected to be part of the starting lineup for Al Nassr against Al Zawraa. The Portuguese star is set to return after weeks of strategic rotation designed to manage fatigue, with head coach Jorge Jesus stating clearly, “Cristiano Ronaldo will be there for the game against Al Zawraa,” leaving no doubt about his availability for this group stage finale.

Al Nassr confirmed lineup!

Al Nassr have officially confirmed their starting lineup for today’s match against Al Zawraa, with Cristiano Ronaldo included in the XI and wearing the captain’s armband.
Confirmed lineup: Bento Krepski; Sultan Al-Ghannam, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Ali Lajami Saad, Abdullah Al-Khaibari; Marcelo Brozovic and Angelo Gabriel; Kingsley Coman, Wesley Teixeira, Joao Felix, and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Al Zawraa confirmed lineup! 

Al Zawraa have confirmed their starting XI for today’s match against Al Nassr: Jalal Hassan; Kadhim Raad Mohammed, Bajad M., Akam Hashem, H. Falah; Nasib, Hassan, Karar Nabel, Nizar Mahmoud Al-Rashdan; Mahdi Al-Humaidan, Ibrahim Tomiwa.
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Recent head-to-head results

<ul>
<li>October 1, 2025 – AFC Champions League Two: Al Zawraa 0–2 Al Nassr</li>
<li>April 23, 2019 – AFC Champions League: Al Zawraa 1–2 Al Nassr</li>
<li>April 8, 2019 – AFC Champions League: Al Nassr 4–1 Al Zawraa</li>
</ul>
Al Nassr have won all three recent meetings in continental competition.

Teams on the field ahead of kickoff

The teams are already on the pitch completing the final pre-match formalities, with kickoff just minutes away at Al-Awwal Park.

0' - Game is underway! (0-0)

The match is officially underway at Al-Awwal Park, with Al Nassr and Al Zawraa getting the final group stage clash rolling in Riyadh.

2' - Early fouls set the tone (0-0)

Just one minute into the match and two fouls have already been called. Al Zawraa committed the first infringement on Angelo of Al Nassr, before Angelo responded moments later with a foul of his own on Hasan as the tempo quickly picked up.

7' - Al Nassr control possession early (0-0)

Al Nassr are controlling possession in the opening minutes and continue searching for space to create damage in the final third. However, the first shot of the match belongs to Al Zawraa, as Mahdi recovered the ball and played a deep pass down the left flank to Al-Humaidan, whose effort sailed well over the crossbar.

10' - Cristiano Ronaldo tests his range (0-0)

Cristiano Ronaldo takes a long-range effort from outside the penalty area for his first warning of the match, but the shot rises well over the crossbar.

13' GOOOOOAL OF AL NASSR (1-0)

Al Nassr strike first after a brilliant team move. A sharp passing sequence ends with an unstoppable one-two between Angelo Gabriel and Kingsley Coman, freeing Coman inside the box, where he finishes calmly to give Al Nassr the early lead.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">🚨🚨| GOAL: KINGSLEY COMAN PUTS AL NASSR AHEAD!! Al Nassr 1-0 Al Zawraa<a href="https://t.co/dkFlJzrIFt">pic.twitter.com/dkFlJzrIFt</a>— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) <a href="https://twitter.com/centregoals/status/2003861780670673402?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

19' GOOOOAL FOR AL NASSR!! (2-0)

Al Nassr double their advantage after a sequence of relentless pressure. Wesley produced a spectacular run down the flank and delivered a cross toward Cristiano Ronaldo, but Al Zawraa’s defense cleared the danger at the last moment. The resulting corner, taken by Brozovic, fell back to Wesley at the edge of the area, and he unleashed a powerful, unstoppable strike to make it 2-0.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">🚨🚨| GOAL: WESLEY DOUBLES THE LEAD!!! Al Nassr 2-0 Al Zawraa<a href="https://t.co/bne55aGyZH">pic.twitter.com/bne55aGyZH</a>— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) <a href="https://twitter.com/centregoals/status/2003863385503678743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

26' - Al Nassr push for a third (2-0)

Al Nassr are looking to take full advantage of the momentum and the blow dealt to Al Zawraa as they hunt for a third goal. Al Nassr continue to exploit the right flank, with Wesley emerging as the most dangerous and unbalancing player on the pitch in an outstanding performance so far.

29' - GOOOOAL FOR AL NASSR! (3-0)

After sustained pressure in search of a third goal, Al Nassr capitalize on a corner kick. Joao Felix forced the set piece with a deflected shot, then delivered the corner himself, where Abdulelah Al Amri rose to finish and extend the lead.

36' - Al Nassr survive Al Zawraa’s best chance (3-0)

Al Nassr are let off the hook after Al Zawraa create their clearest opportunity of the match. Hasan produced a strong individual move and forced the goalkeeper into a sharp save, deflecting the ball out for a corner kick that ultimately came to nothing.

42' - Al Zawraa push before halftime (3-0)

Al Zawraa are looking to pull one back in the closing minutes of the first half to stay in the match. All Zawraa are trying to hold possession, but a lack of precision in the final third continues to stall their attacks.

44' - GOOOOOAL OF AL NASSR (4-0)

Al Nassr strike again with a moment of pure quality. Wesley burst down the flank and cut the ball back into the middle, where Cristiano Ronaldo produced a sublime chipped assist over the defense. Joao Felix timed his run perfectly and finished with a delicate chip of his own, extending the lead in emphatic fashion.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">🚨🚨| GOAL: JOAO FELIX MAKES IT FOUR WITH AN ASSIST FROM CRISTIANO RONALDO!! Al Nassr 4-0 Al Zawraa<a href="https://t.co/nE1lVEsnsS">pic.twitter.com/nE1lVEsnsS</a>— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) <a href="https://twitter.com/centregoals/status/2003869622706356546?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

45' - Halftime at Al-Awwal Park (4-0)

The first half comes to an end in Riyadh with Al Nassr firmly in control. Al Nassr head into the break with a commanding four-goal advantage after a dominant opening 45 minutes.

45' - Substitutions for Al Zawraa (4-0)

Al Zawraa make changes before the start of the second half as Hasan Abdulkareem and Karar Nabel leave the match, with Qasim Majid and Hayder Abdulkareem coming on in an attempt to shift the momentum.

45' - Second half is underway (4-0)

The second half gets underway at Al-Awwal Park, with changes for both sides. Al Nassr have also made a substitution, as Cristiano Ronaldo exits the match and Mohammed Marran comes on to lead the attack.

50' - GOOOOOAL OF AL ZAWRAA! (4-1)

Al Zawraa pull one back with a well-worked move. Substitute Qasim Majid split the defense with a perfectly weighted through ball, sending Ibrahim Gbadamosi in on goal, where he finished with composure to cut into the deficit.

56' - GOOOOOAL FOR AL NASSR! (5-1)

Al Nassr respond immediately to restore their four-goal cushion. Saad Al Nasser delivered the assist, Joao Felix smartly let the ball run with a clever dummy, and Kingsley Coman arrived to finish with class and complete his brace.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">🚨🚨| GOAL: KINGSLEY COMAN WITH A BRACE FOR AL NASSR!! Al Nassr 5-1 Al Zawraa<a href="https://t.co/PUnINTy70w">pic.twitter.com/PUnINTy70w</a>— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) <a href="https://twitter.com/centregoals/status/2003877403710706033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

62' - Substitutions for both teams (5-1)

Both teams make changes as the match continues. For Al Zawraa, Faisal Alhumaidan leaves the field and Bani Hani comes on. Al Nassr also rotate their lineup, with Joao Felix, Kingsley Coman, and Brozovic exiting, while Haroune Camara, Ali Al Hassan, and Rakan Al Ghamdi are introduced.

68' - Al Zawraa look to close the gap again (5-1)

Al Zawraa are attempting to cut the deficit once more. While signs of fatigue and frustration are visible, the Al Zawraa know goal difference could still prove decisive in the race for qualification. Al Nassr also made another change, with Angelo Gabriel leaving the match and Nader Al Sharari coming on.

72' - Al Nassr maintain control despite changes (5-1)

Despite the changes, Al Nassr continue to apply constant pressure and do not allow Al Zawraa to move the ball forward comfortably. The spaces being left open are creating dangerous situations, and the psychological impact of the scoreline is clearly evident as the match enters its later stages.

77' - Substitution for Al Zawraa (5-1)

Al Zawraa make another change as Nizar Mahmoud Al Rashdan leaves the match and Ali Sadeq comes on in the latter stages.

82' - Substitution for Al Zawraa (5-1)

Another change for Al Zawraa as Ibrahim Gbadamosi exits the match and Murad Mohammed comes on as they continue to adjust in the final minutes.

87' - Al Nassr see out the match (5-1)

The match is practically decided, with Al Zawraa showing little intent to reduce the deficit. Al Nassr remain in full control, continuing to dominate possession and game management.

90' - Full time at Al-Awwal Park (5-1)

The match ends with a comprehensive victory for Al Nassr over Al Zawraa. Cristiano Ronaldo shines with key assists as Al Nassr complete a dominant display to close out their AFC Champions League Two group stage campaign.

Thanks for joining us!

Al Nassr defeated Al Zawraa 5-1 in the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two, with Cristiano Ronaldo providing key assists and Kingsley Coman scoring a brace in a dominant performance.
You followed every moment of this exciting match here, on Bolavip.
Thanks for staying with us, and see you next time!

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&lt;p&gt;The spotlight returns to continental action as &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr&quot;&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, led by coach &lt;strong&gt;Jorge Jesus&lt;/strong&gt;, host &lt;strong&gt;Al Zawraa&lt;/strong&gt; in &lt;strong&gt;Matchday 6&lt;/strong&gt; of the &lt;strong&gt;2025 AFC Champions League Two&lt;/strong&gt;. While both teams have already secured qualification, the fixture has drawn attention for reasons beyond the standings. Follow &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/al-nassr-vs-al-zawraa-live-cristiano-ronaldo-set-for-2025-afc-champions-league-two-debut&quot;&gt;Al Nassr vs Al Zawraa live&lt;/a&gt; with us!&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;At the center of the discussion is &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, who has yet to appear in the competition after an early agreement with the coaching staff to manage his workload. That plan was designed to limit fatigue during a demanding stretch of the season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, &lt;strong&gt;the 28‑day pause in domestic competition has shifted the dynamics&lt;/strong&gt;. With Saudi league play on hold due to the national team’s Arab Cup commitments, Al Nassr &lt;strong&gt;now view this match as a chance to regain rhythm and rebuild competitive sharpness&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo starts, makes AFC Champions League Two debut&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo &lt;strong&gt;is starting&lt;/strong&gt; for Al Nassr today, &lt;strong&gt;being the team’s captain&lt;/strong&gt; against Al Zawraa. Al Nassr head coach &lt;strong&gt;Jorge Jesus had already anticipated in his pre‑match press conference that Ronaldo would play&lt;/strong&gt;, affirming his inclusion in the squad after weeks of strategic rotation aimed at managing fatigue. &lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Cristiano Ronaldo will be there for the game &lt;/strong&gt;against Al‑Zawraa tomorrow (today),&lt;strong&gt;”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt; he said. After resting the previous games, CR7 is &lt;strong&gt;making his debut&lt;/strong&gt; in the 2025-26 AFC Champions League two today.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_550709_ronaldo-alnassr_5b35258d.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550712&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo and players of Al Nassr celebrates victory after winning the Saudi Pro League match. Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Al Nassr lineup vs Al Zawraa today&lt;/h2&gt;


        &lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_relatedlinks&quot; id=&quot;BUS#/soccer/fifa-confirms-good-news-for-cristiano-ronaldo-and-al-nassr-ahead-of-transfer-window&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Here’s the &lt;strong&gt;Al Nassr starting XI for today’s AFC Champions League Two Matchday 6 clash&lt;/strong&gt; against Al Zawraa: Bento, Sultan, Amri, Saad, Khaibari, Brozovic, Angelo, Coman, Wesley, Joao Felix, Ronaldo.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;Although the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/college-football&quot;&gt;college football&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; season is still ongoing with the playoffs in full swing, many programs are no longer competing for anything and are already looking ahead. One of them is the &lt;strong&gt;Florida State Seminoles&lt;/strong&gt;, who were able to enjoy &lt;strong&gt;Tommy Castellanos&lt;/strong&gt;’ talent despite not reaching their goals.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Unfortunately, Mike Norvell received news in the past few hours that could change his plans for the upcoming season: &lt;strong&gt;Castellanos, through an open letter on his social media, confirmed that he is declaring for the next NFL Draft.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;This quarterback class has shown remarkable talent, featuring names like Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson, and Dante Moore, although some of them have not yet officially confirmed their decision to make the jump to the NFL.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The record of five wins and seven losses &lt;strong&gt;may have marked Castellanos’ final experience wearing the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-state&quot;&gt;Seminoles&lt;/a&gt;’ colors&lt;/strong&gt;, a program where he was able to fully develop his talent after arriving from Boston College.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251224_BUS_550990_tommy-castellanos_80fd6f75.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;Tommy Castellanos&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-489772&quot; sizes=&quot;(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Tommy Castellanos #1 of the Florida State Seminoles.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Castellanos’ farewell&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Castellanos has finally made the decision to take the next step in his career and, &lt;strong&gt;through a heartfelt message on his official Instagram account&lt;/strong&gt;, not only thanked the Florida State Seminoles but also everyone who supported him during his time at Boston College.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“To Florida State, thank you for changing my life,”&lt;/em&gt; the QB started. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;Being a Seminole has been an absolute dream come true&lt;/strong&gt;. From the relationships built to the moments that will stay with me forever, I’m proud to graduate from this incredible university and I will carry the garnet and gold with me wherever I go.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;To Boston College, thank you for changing my life&lt;/strong&gt;. Being a part of such an amazing institution has been one of the greatest honors I could ever experience. I’m excited to announced that I will be declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;In certain &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/college-football&quot;&gt;NCAAF&lt;/a&gt; seasons, the end zone became familiar territory for a &lt;strong&gt;select group of runners&lt;/strong&gt;. Short-yardage carries turned routine, goal-line chances piled up and touchdown totals began climbing beyond what most years ever produce.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Those spikes rarely came by accident. Heavy workloads, dominant offensive lines and game scripts that favored the run pushed some players into weekly scoring roles. Over time, the numbers separated themselves.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;These &lt;strong&gt;rushing touchdown totals&lt;/strong&gt; remain unusually intact. They sit above the rest not as anomalies, but as results of sustained opportunity and control, shaped by offenses that knew exactly where their most reliable points would come from.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Barry Sanders | Rush TD: 37&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Barry-Sanders-1_2a90c6ab.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550519&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Barry Sanders (Source: Heisman)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Barry Sanders&lt;/strong&gt;’ 1988 season at Oklahoma State stands as a high-water mark in NCAAF history — not just for the raw total of 37 rushing touchdowns, but for the relentlessness with which he scored them. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In an era defined by power football and clock-burning ground games, he was a blemish on every defensive game plan he faced, turning every short run into a potential six-pointer. That season, he didn’t just pile up numbers; he rewrote expectations for what a back could do in an 11-game college schedule, still unmatched decades later.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Montee Ball | Rush TD: 33&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Montee-Ball-1_d10dc5e2.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550373&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Montee Ball (Source: Mark Cunningham/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In 2011, &lt;strong&gt;Montee Ball&lt;/strong&gt; became synonymous with red-zone dominance for Wisconsin. His 33 rushing touchdowns came as part of a season in which he also led the nation in scoring, doing damage both on the ground and through the air. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His production didn’t occur in fits and starts — it was the result of a Badgers offense built to grind, convert and keep defenders guessing. His ability to finish drives consistently was a central thread in one of the most efficient scoring campaigns in FBS history.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Bryson Daily | Rush TD: 32&lt;/h2&gt;



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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bryson Daily&lt;/strong&gt;’s 2024 campaign at Army marked a rare emergence of a quarterback on the single-season rushing touchdown leaderboard, a space usually reserved for feature backs. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With 32 rushing scores, he blended option-style quarterbacking with a nose for the pylon, exploiting the Black Knights’ triple-option system to devastating effect. His performances weren’t just prolific, they reflected a scheme and player in perfect sync, turning the ground game into Army’s most reliable source of points.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Devin Singletary | Rush TD: 32&lt;/h2&gt;



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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Devin Singletary&lt;/strong&gt;’s 2017 season with Florida Atlantic was a showcase of explosiveness meshed with consistency. Known in college circles as “The Truth,” he churned out touchdowns behind a mix of burst and toughness, creating scoring chances from the first quarter to the fourth. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He wasn’t merely a beneficiary of opportunity; he maximized each trip inside the red zone, turning FAU’s offensive balance into a scoring machine that terrorized defenses across the Conference USA schedule.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Kapri Bibbs | Rush TD: 31&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Kapri-Bibbs_02595379.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550509&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Kapri Bibbs (Source: Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Kapri Bibbs&lt;/strong&gt;’ climb into the 30-touchdown club was an ascent few projected at the season’s start. At Colorado State in 2013, he emerged as a dual-threat weapon who wore down opponents with physicality and timing, consistently finding the end zone whether the game called for power runs or slashing cutbacks. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His 31 rushing touchdown campaign stands not just as a testament to his own skill, but to an offense that found ways to confront pressure directly and convert it into points week after week.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Keenan Reynolds | Rush TD: 31&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Keenan-Reynolds-1_26070e77.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550510&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Keenan Reynolds (Source: Rob Carr/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In 2013, Navy’s &lt;strong&gt;Keenan Reynolds&lt;/strong&gt; turned the Midshipmen’s option attack into a scoring machine, finishing his sophomore year with 31 rushing touchdowns — an extraordinary feat for a quarterback in the run-oriented attack of Annapolis. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He wasn’t just piling up yardage; he was the centerpiece of a relentless ground game that punished over-aggressive defenses near the goal line. That season also marked his emergence as an elite college ball carrier, foreshadowing the career rushing-TD total that would make him the all-time FBS leader in that category by the end of his Navy run.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Ashton Jeanty | Rush TD: 29&lt;/h2&gt;



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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ashton Jeanty&lt;/strong&gt;’s 2024 journey at Boise State unfolded as one of the most electric seasons by a running back in recent memory. The junior carved his way into the 29-touchdown club while rewriting the Broncos’ single-season rushing record and challenging national milestones typically held by legends. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Week after week, he demonstrated a rare blend of power and creativity, repeatedly breaking through tackles and turning standard carries into highlight-worthy scoring runs. His campaign also helped propel Boise State into the College Football Playoff landscape, underscoring how his production became synonymous with his team’s success.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Melvin Gordon | Rush TD: 29&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Melvin-Gordon_cd8f7938.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550514&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Melvin Gordon (Source: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The 2014 season for Wisconsin’s &lt;strong&gt;Melvin Gordon &lt;/strong&gt;was a study in efficiency and consistency. Operating behind one of the most respected offensive lines in the Big Ten, he racked up 29 rushing touchdowns as part of a broader campaign that also placed him near the top of FBS rushing yardage lists. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Unlike some of his peers, his rushes blended brute strength with sudden acceleration, hammering down the stretch and repeatedly converting short fields into points. That season remains a benchmark for power backs emerging from traditionally balanced, physical offenses.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Kevin Smith | Rush TD: 29&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Kevin-Smith_49650f94.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550516&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Kevin Smith (Source: Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In 2007, &lt;strong&gt;Kevin Smith&lt;/strong&gt;’s season at UCF didn’t just break school records — it announced his name on the national stage. His 29 rushing touchdowns came as part of a breakout year that combined durability with spike-week production, helping anchor a Knights offense that wore down defenses game after game. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His output was part of a broader tapestry that saw him also approach top-tier single-season rushing yardage, illustrating how consistency in finishing trips can elevate a back from good to historically notable.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Mike Rozier | Rush TD: 29&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251223_BUS_550314_Mike-Rozier_fc1f1d50.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-550520&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Mike Rozier (Source: Heisman)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Long before modern spread offenses reshaped college scoring, &lt;strong&gt;Mike Rozier&lt;/strong&gt;’s 1983 campaign at Nebraska showcased old-school ground dominance. His 29 rushing touchdowns anchored an offense built on power and physicality, setting the tone for the Cornhuskers’ rush-first identity during that era. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His ability to find seams and convert opportunities was less a product of scheme innovation than brute force and timing — traits that would later define his play at the professional level and secure his place among the most memorable backs of his time.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-table&quot;&gt;&lt;table&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Player&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Team&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Season&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Rushing touchdowns&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Barry Sanders&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Oklahoma State Cowboys&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;1988&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;37&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Montee Ball&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Wisconsin Badgers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2011&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;33&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Bryson Daily&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Army Black Knights&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2024&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;32&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Devin Singletary&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Florida Atlantic Owls&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2017&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;32&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Kapri Bibbs&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Colorado State Rams&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2013&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;31&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Keenan Reynolds&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Navy Midshipmen&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2013&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;31&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Ashton Jeanty&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Boise State Broncos&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2024&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;29&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Melvin Gordon&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Wisconsin Badgers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2014&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;29&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Kevin Smith&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;UCF Golden Knights&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2007&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;29&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Mike Rozier&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Nebraska Cornhuskers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;1983&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;29&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Derrick Henry&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Alabama Crimson Tide&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2015&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;28&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Jay Ajayi&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Boise State Broncos&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2014&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;28&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Toby Gerhart&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Stanford Cardinal&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2009&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;28&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Willis McGahee&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Miami Hurricanes&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2002&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;28&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Terry Metcalf&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Long Beach State 49ers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;1971&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;28&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Blake Corum&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Michigan Wolverines&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2023&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Anthony Wales&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Western Kentucky Hilltoppers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2016&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Kenneth Dixon&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Louisiana Tech Bulldogs&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2012&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Collin Klein&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Kansas State Wildcats&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2011&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Bernard Pierce&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Temple Owls&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2011&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Ricky Dobbs&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Navy Midshipmen&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2009&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Lee Suggs&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Virginia Tech Hokies&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2000&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Ricky Williams&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Texas Longhorns&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;1998&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;27&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;Najee Harris&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Alabama Crimson Tide&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2020&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;26&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;James Conner&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;Pittsburgh Panthers&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;2014&lt;/td&gt;&lt;td&gt;26&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;/tbody&gt;&lt;/table&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;(Source: Statmuse)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning&quot;&gt;Arch Manning&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; and the &lt;strong&gt;Texas Longhorns&lt;/strong&gt; have been through the wringer in the 2025 &lt;strong&gt;college football&lt;/strong&gt; season. With one game left on the schedule, Texas is already putting together its roster for next year. On that note, &lt;strong&gt;DeAndre Moore Jr. &lt;/strong&gt;has made up his mind, announcing his decision to the program in Austin.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Moore Jr. struggled to establish himself as a bona fide No. 1 wide receiver in the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns&quot;&gt;Longhorns&lt;/a&gt;’ offense. With Manning and company having a tough time at different stages of the &lt;strong&gt;NCAA &lt;/strong&gt;season, it was only logical for the junior wideout to be inconsistent week in and week out.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As the 2025 campaign reached an early end for the Longhorns, Moore Jr. faced a crucial decision. The 21-year-old could declare for the &lt;strong&gt;2026 NFL Draft &lt;/strong&gt;or stay for another season in &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/college-football&quot;&gt;college football&lt;/a&gt;. One thing seemed clear: &lt;strong&gt;Moore Jr. wasn’t returning to The Forty Acres&lt;/strong&gt;. Now, that’s been confirmed.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Texas WR DeAndre Moore plans to &lt;strong&gt;enter the NCAA transfer portal&lt;/strong&gt;,” &lt;/em&gt;as reported by &lt;em&gt;On3&lt;/em&gt;. Moore has one year of eligibility remaining, as he was a member of the 2023 recruit class.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251222_BUS_549858_deandre-moore-jr_147359fb.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-549916&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;DeAndre Moore Jr. during a game with Texas&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Moore Jr.’s stats&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Moore Jr. reeled in 38 catches for &lt;strong&gt;532 receiving yards (second-best on the Longhorns roster) and four touchdowns&lt;/strong&gt; during the 2025 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa&quot;&gt;NCAA&lt;/a&gt; season—his second full campaign in college football. His production was quite similar to his totals from 2024. &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Last year, Moore Jr. caught 37 passes for 456 yards and seven touchdowns. The biggest drop came in the scoring department, along with the fact that Moore Jr. &lt;strong&gt;couldn’t evolve into a clear-cut WR1&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Now, he will transfer to another program, where he hopes to chase silverware while further improving his draft stock. Still, the WR1 title in the 2027 class is virtually secured by Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Moore Jr. couldn’t take over&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Coming off a strong sophomore year in 2024, many believed Moore Jr. was poised for a stellar season with Manning under center. Moore Jr. had been the best receiver outside of Matthew Golden, Isaiah Bond, and tight end Gunnar Helm. &lt;strong&gt;With all three leaving for the NFL&lt;/strong&gt;, it was only reasonable to believe Moore would pick up the slack and take advantage of the opportunity. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, he wasn’t as electric as the Longhorns had hoped, nor was Texas as well-rounded as Moore Jr. would have liked. In the end, a &lt;strong&gt;fresh start might be the best decision&lt;/strong&gt; for both sides. Now, Moore Jr. will draw interest from several powerhouses in college football.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-state&quot;&gt;Washington State&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will square off with&lt;strong&gt; Utah State &lt;/strong&gt;inthe&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl. &lt;/strong&gt;Here you’ll find all the key details, including the official game date, kickoff time, and streaming information, so you don’t miss a moment of this marquee showdown.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/191261?irad=399332&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch Washington State vs Utah State online in the US on Fubo]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/utah-state&quot;&gt;Utah State&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;’s focus is firmly on the present as it looks to secure its first winning season since 2021 under first-year head coach &lt;strong&gt;Bronco Mendenhall&lt;/strong&gt;, who has stabilized the program despite late-game miscues that limited its progress.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;Aggies &lt;/strong&gt;bring sideline continuity into this matchup, while &lt;strong&gt;Washington State&lt;/strong&gt; is navigating transition after &lt;strong&gt;Jimmy Rogers&lt;/strong&gt;’ departure and aiming to reach a winning record before incoming head coach &lt;strong&gt;Kirby Moore&lt;/strong&gt; takes over, setting up an urgency-filled showdown with plenty on the line that fans won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Washington State vs Utah State match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Washington State &lt;/strong&gt;face&lt;strong&gt; Utah State &lt;/strong&gt;in the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2025 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl &lt;/strong&gt;this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Monday, December 22,&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;with kickoff scheduled for&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2:00 PM (ET).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251222_BUS_546784_Bryson-Barnes_0d0e3f1c.webp&amp;amp;width=1920&amp;amp;height=1080&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-546788&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Bryson Barnes of the Utah State Aggies – Chris Gardner/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Washington State vs Utah State: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 2:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 1:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:00 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Washington State vs Utah State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Don’t miss the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025 college football&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;showdown between&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Washington State &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; Utah State, &lt;/strong&gt;streaming live on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/191261?irad=399332&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;Fubo&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;You can also catch the action on ESPN.&lt;/p&gt;

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