Sergio Rodríguez leaves Real Madrid; Atlético surpasses 100M followers

Changes in Real Madrid basketball's sporting direction and a digital milestone for Atlético de Madrid mark the sports news.

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Sergio Rodríguez concludes his tenure as sporting director of Real Madrid basketball, while Atlético de Madrid celebrates surpassing 100 million followers across its digital platforms.

Sergio Rodríguez has decided to end his role as sporting director for Real Madrid basketball. According to reports, the former player leaves the club after a season where the team failed to win any titles.
In the digital realm, Atlético de Madrid has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 100 million followers across its platforms. The club has gained 14 million new followers in the past year, solidifying its online presence.
The transfer market also brings news, with reports indicating that Marc Cucurella and Ibrahima Konaté will join Real Madrid, while Mikel San José will move to Rayo Vallecano.
Marc Cucurella described his recent signing with Real Madrid as an opportunity "very difficult to turn down," highlighting the swiftness of the deal and his enthusiasm for facing a high-demand stage.
Athlete Adriana Cerezo shared her thoughts on the importance of mental health care in sports, admitting that while she has always paid attention to it, recognizing certain issues can sometimes be challenging.
In politics, the leader of the PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, attributed his lack of English proficiency to having studied at a rural school. This statement drew a reaction from analyst Sarah Santaolalla, who labeled the argument as "classist."
Club Atlético Central, Sevilla's third team, is close to achieving promotion to Segunda RFEF, a feat that represents a dream for the club and its supporters.
Coach Fernando Gago was hospitalized after feeling unwell following a match with the Universidad de Chile. The club has communicated that he is in "good condition."
In triathlon, Spanish athlete David Cantero secured a notable fourth place in the Quiberon World Series, finishing just 14 seconds behind the winner.
Paraguay has expressed discontent with the so-called 'Vinicius law,' sparking controversy after Almirón's expulsion in a World Cup match.
Footballer Jude Bellingham has sought advice from coach Carlo Ancelotti to address various issues, including those related to German coach Thomas Tuchel.
Turkey was eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Paraguay, in a match marked by Almirón's expulsion.
Brazil delivered a strong performance in the World Cup with Vinicius Jr. leading the scoring, supported by Cunha and the debut of Endrick. Raphinha experienced a scare during the game.
The transfer market remains active with updates on LaLiga, the Premier League, and Serie A, according to live coverage from AS.com.
AS.com also provides live coverage of the 2026 World Cup, featuring updates on all participating national teams, including the Spanish National Team and players like Pedri and Lamine.