Sports updates: Iturbe prepares for Libertadores and Mourinho addresses Real Madrid transfers

In football news, Juan Manuel Iturbe expressed confidence ahead of a Copa Libertadores round of 16 match against Palmeiras. He noted that while the team has practiced penalty kicks, they intend to win the match during regular play. Iturbe emphasized the importance of maintaining calm and making intelligent decisions despite the high stakes of the tournament.

In Spain, José Mourinho has shared his initial impressions following his return to Real Madrid. The Portuguese manager stated that he considers the transfer market effectively closed for the club, believing the current 25-player squad is sufficient to remain competitive. Mourinho aims to implement stricter discipline and control to rectify previous seasons of instability.

Additionally, Paraguayan racing driver Joshua Durksen, an official ambassador for PUMA, participated in a merchandise launch in Asunción related to his career in FIA Formula 2.