Barcelona have sacked coach Ernesto Valverde and replaced him with former Real Betis coach Quique Setien. The Catalans finally took the decision to part ways with their Basque boss on Monday, January 13. An official statement from Barca reads: “Agreement between FC Barcelona and Ernesto Valverde to end his contract as manager of the first team. Thank you for everything, Ernesto. Best of luck in … Continue reading Breaking: BARCELONA SACK VALVERDE, APPOINT SETIEN

Lionel Messi, Barcelona and Argentina forward and captain, has won the Ballon d’Or, the France Football Award for best player in the world, for record sixth time. Messi is now one Ballon d’Or win ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo, who was noticeably absent at the colorful ceremony. The Juventus star was however in Milan, at the prestigious Serie A award ceremony, the Gala del Calcio, which … Continue reading RONALDO CROWNED BEST PLAYER IN SERIE A, AS MESSI WINS SIXTH BALLON D’OR