La Liga has remained one of Europe’s most compelling competitions in recent years, even amid the continued dominance of Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, who have combined to win nine of the last ten league titles. In the first full era without Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, league president Javier Tebas addressed the state of…
Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has this week reiterated the fact that he wanted nothing more than to finish his career on the club’s books. This of course comes fresh off the Argentine paying a visit to the newly-renovated Spotify Camp Nou. Advertisement Messi was for his part forced into a shock departure from Barcelona back…
The global anticipation for the 2026 World Cup is already building, not least because it promises a likely final appearance for two of soccer’s eternal rivals: Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. While Messi fulfilled his career-long ambition by leading Argentina to the title in Qatar in 2022, Ronaldo continues his relentless quest for the one major trophy to elude him. Portugal has already secured its place at the tournament…
Spain’s LaLiga announced plans earlier this month to hold a Barcelona-Villareal game in Miami on Dec. 20. Let’s just say the players aren’t thrilled. A match between Real Oviedo and Espanyol on Friday began with every player standing still for the first 15 seconds, a protest of LaLiga’s planned international game. The Association of Spanish…
Having set a new Champions League record last time out, Erling Haaland is fast approaching another. The Manchester City striker became the fastest player to score 50 goals in the competition with one against Napoli last month. His half-century came in his 49th appearance — smashing Ruud van Nistelrooy’s record of 50 in 62 games….
Lionel Messi has shared the pitch with countless players throughout his career, spanning several generations in which he has been the face of world soccer. Now, at 38 and in the twilight of his own career, shocking news has emerged: one of his former Barcelona teammates and a World Cup winner has announced his retirement…
It’s National Dog Day, and there’s no better excuse to obsess over some of the cutest pups in Hollywood. These furry friends outshine their famous humans sometimes and are used to the spotlight. From tiny fashionistas strutting in designer collars to laid-back rescue pups, these dogs bring just as much personality as their owners. Check…
A Hong Kong government review of funding for key sporting events under its “M” Mark scheme has concluded that money should be spent only on world-class and international occasions, aimed at bringing the city an economic boost. Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui on Sunday said the system would be made “more…
Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero’s welcome Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong — where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid ace Ronaldo got an assist in a 2-1…
Throughout his professional career at FC Barcelona, Lionel Messi established himself as a true legend of world soccer. He shared the pitch with numerous players who evolved into legends themselves, such as Andres Iniesta, Xavi Hernandez, and Thierry Henry. Yet, he also played alongside some unique players. One of these players is a World Cup…