Argentina legend Lionel Messi walks a lot during matches but it’s not because he’s being lazy. Coaches and experts praise Messi’s walking strategy, stating it helps him find space and outsmart opponents on the field. Pep Guardiola spoke in glowing terms about how the Inter Miami star has used this tactic throughout his career. Lionel … Read more
Xavi, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Gerard Pique are among football’s most decorated players in history. The likes of Karim Benzema and Sergio Busquets could climb higher on the list given that they are still currently playing. Hossam Ashour is Africa’s most successful player ever, having won an incredible 39 trophies. Every football player dreams of lifting … Read more
The Super Ballon d’Or, awarded in 1989, is the most prestigious accolade a footballer can achieve, with only one winner so far. Michel Platini, Johan Cruyff, Franz Beckenbauer and Alfredo Di Stefano were all in contention to win the award. It is uncertain whether the Super Ballon d’Or will be awarded again, but in 2029, … Read more
Many different positions have won the Ballon d’Or. Just one goalkeeper and two defenders have claimed the prize. Lionel Messi the most popular winner of the award with eight Ballon d’Ors. The Ballon d’Or is the most prestigious individual award in football. It was originally exclusively awarded to players of European origin playing in Europe before the … Read more
Lionel Messi made MLS history by assisting five goals and scoring one in Inter Miami’s win against New York Red Bulls. Messi’s six goal contributions for Miami means that he is the first player to exceed 1200 career goal contributions. Miami now sits at the top of the MLS table after Messi’s stellar performance, with … Read more
The debate between Messi and Maradona as the greatest footballer ever continues, with fans having differing opinions, especially among Argentinians. While Messi’s stats at the national level, including goals and assists, make him the clear winner, some fans still believe Maradona is the superior player due to his innate talent and influence on Argentina’s success … Read more
Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d’Or, becoming the first Spaniard since 1960 to do so. Vinicius Jr was left frustrated by not winning the award, but is one of the favourites for 2025. Lamine Yamal could put himself in pole position to be the first teenager winner over the next 12 months. The Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly … Read more
Skill is a subjective term in football, though there is a universal understanding that the word encapsulates dazzling feet, quick movements and actions that wow the watching fans. Ronaldinho nigh-on epitomised skill in football, dazzling with flair, no-look passes, and hundreds of goal contributions for teams such as PSG, Barcelona and AC Milan. Four entrants … Read more
Lionel Messi once named the stadium with the best atmosphere he has ever played in during his legendary career. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has been fortunate enough to play in most of the best footballing arenas around the world and was able to call the famous Camp Nou his home for most of his playing … Read more
Sergio Ramos is one of the few footballers fortunate to have played with both Ronaldo and Messi. Ramos struck up an unlikely bromance with Messi at PSG. The Spanish defender enjoyed more success playing alongside Ronaldo at Real Madrid. Sergio Ramos made his final decision on the GOAT (Greatest of all Time) debate after playing with … Read more