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2023 U-20 World Cup: We’ll Conquer Flying Eagles In Final Group Game, Brazil Star Boasts

Matheus Cunha says Brazil’s main target is to beat Nigeria and secure the top spot in Group D at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in...

Headline4 years ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil vs Argentina Game Suspended After Health Officials Storm Pitch To Remove Four Players

The 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina has been suspended after the host country’s health officials stormed the field to remove four Argentine...

Sports6 years ago

Why Brazil, France Not Better Than Super Eagles – Eto’o

Four-time Africa Footballer of The Year, Samuel Eto’o, believes the Super Eagles are currently at par with the likes of Brazil, Argentina and France in world...

l Messi Is 'Probably Not The Best Ever,' Says Ronaldinho Barcelona Superstar Lionel Messi Is 'Probably Not The Best Ever,' Says Ronaldinho ADNAN RIAZ in FOOTBALL Last updated 10:30, Friday 13 December 2019 GMT Brazilian legend Ronaldinho has argued that Barcelona captain Lionel Messi might not be the best player of all time. The 39-year-old ex-Barcelona star played alongside Messi for four years at the Camp Nou before completing a stunning move to AC Milan in 2008. According to Spanish newspaper Diario AS, Ronaldinho insisted that legendary players like Diego Maradona, Pele and Ronaldo were also in contention for the GOAT status. "I'm glad for Messi because he's a friend, besides he's been a banner of Barcelona," he said. "I don't like comparisons because it's hard to identify who is the best in history, there's Diego Maradona, Pele, Ronaldo, I can't say that Messi is the best ever, he is the best in his time." Messi, who won a record-breaking sixth Ballon d'Or earlier this month, has fond memories of his time playing alongside Ronaldinho. Credit: PA Credit: PA And the 32-year-old Argentine forward praised the Ballon d'Or and World Cup winner for how he "mentored" him. He explained last month: "Ronaldinho helped me a lot. "I came into the dressing room at 16-17 years of age, seeing all those footballing giants made it tough. "But he mentored me and made me feel comfortable, and I loosened up. Credit: PA Credit: PA "Afterwards on the pitch, I always looked for him but we didn't have many years to enjoy together. "Besides, we didn't play as much at that time. I would have liked to play more with Ronaldinho." Messi has been in scintillating form for Barcelona this season and broke Cristiano Ronaldo's record for most hat-tricks in La Liga history last week. The Argentina captain has made 15 appearances across all competitions and scored 14 times this season. Credit: PA Credit: PA And Messi insisted that Barcelona would fight for every trophy ahead of the current campaign. "I'll say the same as last season," the six-time Ballon d'Or winner said in August. "Together, we're going to fight for everything again. "We have to value the league. Eight in 11 years is great for any club. "We'll see with time how difficult that is. We have new ideas and a new enthusiasm."

Sports6 years ago

Messi Not The Best Player Ever, Says Ronaldinho

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho has argued that Barcelona captain Lionel Messi might not be the best player of all time. The 39-year-old ex-Barcelona star played alongside Messi...

Exclusive: Blame For Rohr's Super Eagles Latest Drop In FIFA Rankings - Akpoborie

Sports6 years ago

Super Eagles Must Improve On Set-Pieces – Rohr

Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr believes his boys gave very performance against Brazil in Sunday’s friendly at the National Stadium in Singapore, despite missing key players....

Fashanu Tips Aribo To Be Super Eagles Key Player

Sports6 years ago

Aribo Is An Exceptional Player, Says Ikpeba

By Augustine Akhilomen Ex international, Victor Ikpeba has described Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo as an exceptional player that would add more value to the senior...

Exclusive: F.A Cup Victory: Arteta Showed He Learnt From Guardiola- Dosu Hails Arsenal's Coach

Sports6 years ago

Dosu Commends Super Eagles Performance Against Brazil

By Augustine Akhilomen Ex-international, Dosu Joseph has commended the performance of Super Eagles players in the team’s 1-1 draw against the Samba Boys of Brazil in...

Brazil Won't Disappoint During World Cup Qualifiers - Tite

Sports6 years ago

Brazil Won’t Disappoint During 2022 World Cup Qualifiers – Tite

Brazil head coach Tite is pleased with his side’s second-half performance, and promised the wins will come when they kick off their World Cup qualifiers in...

Brazil 1-1 Senegal: Firmino Scores As Neymar Wins 100th Cap

Sports6 years ago

Brazil 1-1 Senegal: Firmino Scores As Neymar Wins 100th Cap

Brazil drew 1-1 with Senegal in a friendly in Singapore as their winless run stretched to three games, the longest since coach Tite took over in...

Sports6 years ago

Iwobi’s Super Eagles Danger man, Says Brazil Coach, Xavier

Brazil assistant coach Clever Xavier has identified Everton forward Alex Iwobi has the danger man for the Super Eagles, as his team prepare to take on...