The 5️⃣ stories of the day: Nico Paz shines, Guardiola defends City..

The 5️⃣ stories of the day: Nico Paz shines, Guardiola defends City.. This Thursday, October 1, kicks off with the Cristiano Ronaldo earthquake, but that’s not all. Let’s go over the five news stories of the day... Nico Paz shines for Argentina 📸 Hernan Cortez - 2026 Getty Images The Albiceleste begin their revolution without Leo Messi, and that is where Nico Paz comes into the picture. The Como player looks set to be one of Argentina’s leaders, and he proved it against Bolivia. The former Real Madrid man scored the 2-0 and assisted 'Cuti' Romero for the third, putting in a great performance. The Cristiano Ronaldo earthquake 📸 LISELOTTE SABROE - Ritzau/Scanpix Cristiano Ronaldo did not play a single minute against Norway, something that made him very angry with his national team coach, Jorge Jesus. As a result, he did not train with his teammates for three days and, after his coach’s press conference, decided to leave the training camp. Now back in Madrid, the Portuguese star risks a suspension of around six months from the 'Seleçao' for his snub, according to 'A Bola'. Raphinha gets injured with Brazil 📸 Ian Hitchcock - 2026 Getty Images Raphinha has left the Brazil camp due to injury. The FC Barcelona forward suffered a minor muscle edema and will not play for the 'Canarinha' against India. Now it remains to be seen how long the Brazilian star will be sidelined. Fran García replaces Grimaldo with Spain 📸 Evan Treacy - 2026 Getty Images The Spanish national team suffered the setback of Grimaldo’s injury in the match against Croatia at the Pizjuán. With the muscular problem, the Atlético de Madrid full-back left the camp and already has a replacement. The man taking his place is Fran García, Betis’s left-back. Pep Guardiola defends Manchester City 📸 Naomi Baker - 2024 Getty Images After Manchester City were found guilty on 115 charges following the Premier League’s complaint, Pep Guardiola came out in defense of his club. This is what he posted on his social media: "I want every Manchester City fan to know that I am here; more than ever. I have always been, I am, and I always will be behind my club, my owner, my chairman , Ferran, the players, the staff, Enzo, and you, our only fans. Let me be clear: we will get through this together. I love you all "   This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.