‘Cristiano Ronaldo was a monster and the father of that monster is…’: Pep Guardiola – Times of India

Cristiano Ronaldo and Pep Guardiola (Photo Credits: Getty Images/Reuters) NEW DELHI: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola‘s recent comments on the historic rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have sparked a fresh wave of discussion and debate in the world of football.Speaking at a pre-match press conference on Tuesday, the Spaniard opened up on a…

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Spain’s Rodri wins Ballon d’Or for best player in the world | Football News – Times of India

Rodri (Image credit: Ballon d’Or) NEW DELHI: In a historic moment for Spanish football, Manchester City midfielder Rodri was crowned the winner of the prestigious Ballon d’Or award on Monday. The 28-year-old Madrid native beat out strong contenders Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham, both of Real Madrid, to claim the coveted prize. Rodri’s exceptional performances…

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Ballon d’Or 2024: Who are favourites for the Ballon d’Or? | Football News – Times of India

Vinicius Junior and Aitana Bonmati (Reuters Photo) The world’s football elite will gather in Paris on Monday for the 2023/24 Ballon d’Or ceremony, with Real Madrid‘s Vinicius Junior and Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati emerging as the frontrunners for the prestigious awards.In the men’s category, this year’s shortlist marks the first since 2003 without Lionel Messi or…

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Top 5 unbeatable records in football: Milestones that may never be broken | Football News – Times of India

L-R: Pele, Real Madrid and Lionel Messi The sport of football has seen many remarkable achievements over the years. However, certain records have transcended time, standing as nearly unbeatable milestones in the game’s rich legacy. As modern football evolves with higher levels of competition, tactical innovations, and increased physical demands, some feats appear even more…

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Lionel Messi wins 46th career trophy as Inter Miami clinch MLS Supporters Shield | Football News – Times of India

Lionel Messi (Photo: @InterMiamiCF on X) Lionel Messi has added the MLS Supporters Shield to his legendary trophy cabinet, as the Argentina icon and World Cup winner scored twice in Inter Miami‘s 3-2 win over Columbus Crew, the reigning MLS Cup champions.This triumph marks Messi’s 46th major trophy won for club or country, further solidifying…

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Top Five All-Time FIFA World Cup Goal Scorers: From Miroslav Klose to Lionel Messi | Football News – Times of India

Miroslav Klose and Lionel Messi The FIFA World Cup has seen some of the greatest footballers etch their names into history with extraordinary goal-scoring feats. Since its inception in 1930, the tournament has provided a global stage for players to showcase their talents, and a select few have risen above the rest to become all-time…

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Lionel Messi’s awe-inspiring career laden with major trophies: From 2022 FIFA World Cup to four UEFA Champions League titles | Football News – Times of India

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, boasts an illustrious career spanning over two decades. He has won a remarkable array of major trophies with both FC Barcelona and the Argentine national team, cementing his place in football history. Messi’s incredible vision, dribbling, and finishing have led to a…

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