Girona is the champion, Ronaldo wins the Champions League again. The boldest predictions for 2024

Starting the new year of 2024, we decided to gather the most unexpected and daring predictions for the main sports tournaments scheduled throughout this year.

There won't be the typical predictions of Manchester City winning the English Premier League or the triumph of any top team in the UEFA Champions League. Instead, we offer the most unexpectedly sensational finals for the world's major sporting events.

Girona will become the champion of Spain

For over 20 years, the La Liga title has been held by teams widely considered favorites throughout the season. During this time, the gold medals were claimed only by Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atlético Madrid.

This year, an upset seems closer than ever. Modest Girona secures victories and showcases an intriguing attacking game, trailing behind Real only by additional parameters halfway through the season. Michel's squad has all the chances to replicate Leicester's incredible success in the EPL. Why wouldn't they capitalize on Barcelona's unremarkable results and Real's inconsistent play?

Usyk will become the undisputed heavyweight world champion

Several years ago, the Ukrainian boxer unified all cruiserweight belts, becoming the undisputed world champion. Subsequently, he moved up to the heavyweight division and currently holds three out of four major belts. Another belt belongs to British heavyweight Tyson Fury, whom Usyk will face for the absolute title in mid-February.

At the moment, the chances for both boxers are roughly equal. However, Usyk has already demonstrated his ability to handle opponents with size advantages. As for Fury, he did not impress in the fight against Ngannou, giving Usyk a good chance for ultimate success. After this achievement, thoughts might turn toward ending his career.

Cristiano Ronaldo will win the Asian Champions League

Al Nassr hasn't been impressing with their domestic results this season and has fallen far behind Al Hilal. Despite the Portuguese star's efforts and excellent goal-scoring, the team is still lacking. However, in the AFC Champions League, the team confidently advanced from the group stage and made it to the tournament's knockout phase. In the round of 16, fate paired them against compatriots Al Fayha, who have been underperforming in the Saudi Pro League this season.

There's no doubt that Al Nassr will emerge victorious in this matchup. Undoubtedly, the AFC Champions League has serious competitors, but there's a feeling that Al Nassr will focus on this international tournament and ultimately claim victory.

Kane will again be without trophies

Harry Kane switched from Tottenham to Bayern Munich this summer, with winning titles being one of the main motivations behind his move. At Tottenham, Kane failed to secure any titles.

Due to intense competition in English football, Kane chose Bayern, hoping to win the UEFA Champions League. In the Bundesliga, Bayern have been dominating for 11 consecutive years, but this season, a genuine competitor has emerged in Bayer Leverkusen. Leverkusen is breaking records and remains unbeaten. If Habib Alonso's proteges continue at this pace, it will be very challenging for Bayern to claim a 12th consecutive championship.

Bayern has already been eliminated from the DFB-Pokal, and their performance in the Champions League hasn't been impressive.

England will finally win the Euros

The English national team has consistently been among the top favorites at recent major tournaments but has always stumbled. In the recent European Championship, the English came as close as they've ever been to the title. Gareth Southgate's team led for one and a half halves in the final match, but eventually lost to the Italians in a penalty shootout.

In the upcoming tournament, England will be among the favorites, boasting a squad filled with stars of various calibers. Besides their 58-year-old victory in the home World Cup, the founders of football cannot boast of significant trophies. Therefore, at Euro 2024, Kane and company will put in maximum effort to achieve their goal and have good chances for the title.

McGregor will lose again and finally end his career

Former UFC champion Conor McGregor will step into the octagon for the first time in two years. The Irish fighter plans his next fight in the first half of 2024 against Michael Chandler.

McGregor is a controversial figure in mixed martial arts and has even tried himself in boxing. It's worth noting that McGregor lost in fights with high-profile banners (Khabib, Poirier, Mayweather, etc.).

There are doubts that after a two-year hiatus, the Irishman is capable of anything more than just a show. If McGregor loses again, it's likely he'll finally end his career.