Central defender Raphael Varane has seen his Manchester United contract expire, and he is now able to join any team as a free agent. It appears that Inter Miami CF, in Major League Soccer, could be the destination. Varane, who joined United from Real Madrid last summer, could join the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets in south … [Read more...] about Raphael Varane in Talks to Join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
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Thierry Henry Rips Tottenham at FIFA The Best Awards
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry brought the spirit of the North London Derby to The FIFA Best Awards ceremony tonight. While accepting the FIFA Best Men’s Player on behalf of Lionel Messi, he threw in a dig the Gunners' local rivals, Tottenham Hotspur. After accepting the award (as the Argentinian was not on hand in London on Monday night), Thierry Henry made a joke at the … [Read more...] about Thierry Henry Rips Tottenham at FIFA The Best Awards
Did Barcelona overpay for Lionel Messi?
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has signed a new contract with Barcelona, the club announced on Monday. While Barcelona did not officially announce details of the new contract, unconfirmed reports say that Lionel Messi will be paid 20 million euros per season, and that his new contract will keep him with Barcelona through the 2018 season. … [Read more...] about Did Barcelona overpay for Lionel Messi?
Alex Morgan supports Barca, Lionel Messi (photo and video)
After the jump, you can see a photo of USA women's soccer player Alex Morgan with a Barça jersey. And a video interview. She also expressed her support on the FC Barcelona website: The star of Team USA has been visiting the club, which she says are her favourite team, because “they do magic on the field. I’m so happy to see them get as many trophies as they have” … [Read more...] about Alex Morgan supports Barca, Lionel Messi (photo and video)
Spain Wins Their First World Cup Ever; Plus Post-World Cup Awards
It wasn't always the beautiful game, but the best team came out victorious as Spain defeated the Netherlands 1-0 Sunday to win its first ever World Cup trophy. Andres Iniesta got the crucial goal for the Spanish in extra time, just four minutes away from a penalty shootout. The midfielder smashed home a close range half-volley after being put through by Cesc Fabregas- it was … [Read more...] about Spain Wins Their First World Cup Ever; Plus Post-World Cup Awards