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Thursday Kickoff: Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic, Copa America and more

Soccer: Friendly-Real Madrid vs Inter Milan

One of the world’s biggest stars says he is content playing in Spain, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims he has made a decision where he’ll play next season, but won’t reveal his decision just yet.

Cristiano Ronaldo says that he would ideally like to retire at Real Madrid. The 31-year-old’s contract with Los Blancos is set to expire in 2018, and has been linked with moves to Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and even MLS in the future. (REPORT)

With Euro 2016 looming, Ibrahimovic says he’ll take his time in announcing which club team he’ll play for next season. The Swedish striker has been heavily pursued by Manchester United, according to reports. (REPORT)

The Copa America Centenario will use goal-line technology. The tournament will mark the first time the Americas have used Hawk-Eye technology. (REPORT)

Juventus is reportedly seeking a move for Barcelona wing back Dani Alves. The news comes a day after the Serie A side reportedly agreed to a deal in principle to sign fellow Barcelona defender/midfielder Javier Mascherano. (REPORT)

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has turned down offers from the Chinese Super League due to his willingness to remain in the English Premier League. The 33-year-old reportedly had offers from Shanghai SIPG and Jiangsu Suning, as well as Serie A side Inter Milan, but isn’t interested in moving away from England. (REPORT)

AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi has confirmed that Mario Balotelli is set for a return to Liverpool after failing to make an impact at the club this past season. In 20 appearances for the Rossoneri in 2015-16, the Italian striker netted just one goal. (REPORT)

WEDNESDAY REWIND

Darlington Nagbe’s first ever U.S. Men’s National Team goal lifted the U.S. past Ecuador in Wednesday’s second pre-Copa America friendly. (REPORT)

The Houston Dynamo and head coach Owen Coyle mutually agreed to part ways after the club started 2016 with a 3-7-2 record. Coyle is said to want to be closer with his family as well, with the Dynamo citing that as the main reason for his exit. (REPORT)

U.S. goalkeeper Cody Cropper is set to be released by English side MK Dins when the 23-year-old’s contract expires in June. (REPORT)

Coming off of a breakout season with Ligue 1 side Nantes, Alejandro Bedoya is looking to put an exclamation point on his year with a strong performance at Copa America. (REPORT)

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