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Open Thread: June 6, 2021

Our Sunday issue of the Daily Merengue!

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, YoSnail, Ezek Ix or NeRObutBlanco.

Who will be part of Ancelotti’s coaching staff?

There were rumours that a former Real Madrid player would be Ancelotti’s assistant coach. Two names were discussed: Raul and Arbeloa. However, according to Marca, Raul will continue to coach Castilla for the 2021-22 season. Now, it seems that Arbeloa isn’t joining Ancelloti either. The assistant will be chosen by Ancelotti from his entourage.

Zidane’s departure

Hazard in McDonald’s Ad

After all the jokes with Hazard, hamburguers and his weight, look to the following McDonald’s ad:

Leaked pictures of the third kit.

More about Brazil and Copa America

According to Brazilian press, players with Brazil’s national team are drafting a statement about their opinions regarding Copa America being hosted in Brazil. Some reports say the players didn’t like that CBF’s president, Caboclo, had a meeting with the squad one day before it was announced the tournament would be played in Brazil without telling them. The players found out by the press. Further, Neymar would be involved in talks with players with other South American national neams, such as Luis Suárez, to convince them not to play the Copa America. However, other less famous players are concerned about financial loss and other possible consequences if they don’t play. Apparentely, Casemiro is having an important role representing Brazil’s squad, as he is one of the captains.

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