Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most influential soccer players of all time, with a trophy cabinet that’s staggering and a collection of records that will probably never be bettered. The Portuguese legend has had one of the most incredible careers ever and has cemented his place at the top table of soccer stars. An …
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While some people out there like to believe that having to wear glasses prevents you from being able to reach the pinnacle of certain sports, they are wildly incorrect. Wearing glasses can be a problem when starting out, but in a world where contact lenses are better than ever, you can have sight issues and …
Certain jersey numbers in soccer attract quality players, and the number six is no exception, with some of the greatest players ever to lace up a pair of cleats having worn the fabled number six jersey. A number that’s usually associated with defenders or, at the very least, defensive-minded central midfielders, it’s a number steeped …
Looking good has always been something close to the hearts of soccer players around the world, with many leading second careers as models long after their retirement from the sport. David Beckham is the leading example of this, the Englishman still works with a plethora of top brands despite his age and makes plenty of …
Goals win games, and the more goals you score, the more the opposition needs to score in reply. It’s a fairly obvious statement, and it’s been the premise of soccer for over a century; score at least one more goal than the opposition. Occasionally, a game comes along that surpasses expectations, more goals are scored …
The introduction of a VAR (Video Assistant Referee) has been one of the most controversial and divisive introductions to soccer we’ve ever seen. With many people criticizing the VAR since it became widely used in 2017, we thought we should have a look at what seems to have got players, fans, and managers so angry. …
Arguably the most recognizable name and face in the world of soccer, Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo has led an interesting and sometimes challenging life that has led him to the superstar status that he has today. Hailing from the small island of Madeira, Ronaldo began his career with one of the best teams in the …
The great Argentinian trickster Lionel Andrés Messi may well be the greatest player to have ever graced the game, and with him just a few short years away from leaving the beautiful game forever we know so much about the little man from Rosario. Lionel Messi’s family is a close-knit group that has played a …
Sometimes, too much of a good thing can be bad for us; one chocolate leads to another, or one more episode of your favorite show before bed leads to a whole box set. It’s easy to become accustomed to having everything to hand when we want it, especially our access to quality sports. After watching …
There are many reasons why the World Cup is so popular, and the final in particular. It’s the biggest game in soccer and has people from every corner of the world watching; there’s no other sporting event on earth that comes close to a World Cup final. After the 32 teams have been whittled down …
