The Ballon d'Or seems to be Cristiano Ronaldo's for the taking. He won the Champions League and Euro 2016, playing vital parts in each victory.But Lionel Messi, despite not having a monster year to date could still win the coveted prize.
It has been almost a month ago since Lionel Messi retired from international soccer, leaving a massive void in his legacy.But with time having past and his head likelier a bit clearer, it is time to bring up the topic and make the obvious claim - that Messi must return to the national side.Here are a few reasons why.
Boca Juniors and Independiente face off in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores on Thursday. Boca Juniors and Independiente face off in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores on Thursday.
Jeremy Lin is set to pay huge dividends for the Brooklyn Nets. Jeremy Lin is set to pay huge dividends for the Brooklyn Nets. At least that's the plan, which stretches on and off the Barclay Center hardcourt.
The Olympics get underway in under a month and the soccer tournament will undeniably be one of the showcases, particularly in the men's category.Group A features the host nation Brazil in competition with Denmark, Iraq and South Africa. Here are a few things to consider about the group.
Cristiano Ronaldo has now won all there is to win throughout his legendary career.He has three Ballon d'Or trophies, 17 trophies for his club including three Champions League titles and now he has that shiny silver Euro 2016 trophy to cherish.Throw in his goalscoring records, including six straight seasons scoring 50 or more goals, and you have one of the best of all time. But which rank among Ronaldo's finest achievements? Here is a look at the best of the best from Portugal and Real Madrid's best.
Cristiano Ronaldo had a true hero arc during the course of the 2016 Euro, Hollywood Style. On June 14, 2016 Cristiano Ronaldo cemented his status as the early villain of the Euro championship in a rather shocking way.
Can Cristiano Ronaldo claim Euro 2016 glory with Portugal? The Euro 2016 final will pit Portugal and France against one another on Sunday after at 3 p.
Has Cristiano taken the mantle of Ballon d'Or frontrunner? Has Cristiano taken the mantle of Ballon d'Or frontrunner? A few months ago, the Portuguese superstar was not even in the running.
NBA star Jeremy Lin is among those expressing grave disbelief based on the early footage made public in connection with the killing of Alton Sterling at the hands of Louisiana police.
France and Germany face off in the semifinal of the Euro 2016 on Thursday. France and Germany face off in the semifinal of the Euro 2016 on Thursday. The pre-tournament favorites were expected to meet in the final, but only one will compete for the top prize.
Portugal and Wales face off in the Euro 2016 semifinals on Wednesday. Portugal and Wales face off in the Euro 2016 semifinals on Wednesday. This game pits two sides that no one expected to make a deep run.
Jeremy Lin has inked a three-year, $36 million deal with the Brooklyn Nets, taking the free agent guard back to the city where his meteoric NBA rise first began.
Dwyane Wade's career long run in Miami could be on the verge of coming to a revolting halt. Dwyane Wade's career long run in Miami could be on the verge of coming to a revolting halt.
Iceland and France face off in the 2016 Euro Quarterfinals on Sunday. Iceland and France face off in the 2016 Euro Quarterfinals on Sunday. The host nation finally looked like a contender in its recent round of 16 game against Ireland.
Italy and Germany face off in the quarterfinals of the Euro 2016 on Saturday. Italy and Germany face off in the quarterfinals of the Euro 2016 on Saturday.
Wales and Belgium meet up in the quarterfinals of the Euro 2016 on Friday. Wales and Belgium meet up in the quarterfinals of the Euro 2016 on Friday. The two sides have made brilliant surges to the final eight with one side expected to make the deep run and the other shocking the world.
