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

October 1 begins with multiple developments across football. Nico Paz stood out for Argentina in the absence of Lionel Messi, scoring in a 2-0 win over Bolivia and assisting Cristian “Cuti” Romero for a third goal. Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation also escalated: he did not play against Norway, became angry with coach Jorge Jesus, then left the training camp and did not train for three days; he now risks a suspension of about six months, according to A Bola. Raphinha left Brazil camp with a minor muscle edema and will miss the match versus India. For Spain, Fran García replaces the injured Grimaldo. Pep Guardiola publicly defended Manchester City after the Premier League found the club guilty on 115 charges, insisting the club will “get through this together.”