Though my plan to see Lionel Messi failed, I still scored big: Juan Pablo Spinetto
In an eagerly planned family trip to see Lionel Messi play, unexpected twists transformed Juan Pablo Spinetto’s disappointment into cherished memories.
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🔒 Alec Hogg: The world just got a lot more complicated
The Islamic State wreaked destruction among Afghans – a suicide bomber followed by a second blast and a group of ISIS gunmen killed more than 100 people.  Â
MAILBOX: Maradona, Messi similar to SA rugby heroes in the way they lift national sentiment
Here’s the story behind Maradona and Messi – born decades apart, yet both inspired by a common purpose to ’Entertain, Educate and Enrich’ the world.
SA youth shines bright – potentially rubbing shoulders with Barcelona’s best
And while a two-week trial with Barcelona doesn’t guarantee success, it’s a fantastic opportunity for Jomo Cosmos midfielder Tebogo Tlolane.
My my my: Messi the magnifico, the maestro, the magician
Pep Guardiola could see it coming, yet was powerless to prevent it. Stop Lionel Messi? “Impossible,” he said 24 hours before the game.
The Game: Ultimate Talent v Capital clash – Lionel Messi available at R1.5bn a year
ionel Messi left FIFA’s awards ceremony without a personal accolade again. Collecting a copy of FIFA’s weekly magazine on the way out might have been worthwhile if he really needs to convince Barcelona of his ongoing value.
Ronaldo beats Messi with each of his Facebook posts worth R1.6m
Cristiano Ronaldo snatched the soccer player of the year title from Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and is winning competition of sport’s top endorser on Facebook.
Ronaldo impressed by United’s Falcao capture
London, United Kingdom | AFP | Former Manchester United favourite Cristiano Ronaldo has given his approval to the club’s signing of Radamel Falcao and reiterated his desire to return to Old Trafford one day. United signed Colombia striker Falcao from Monaco on a season-long loan on transfer deadline day and will be able to make … Read more
(Watch) Di Maria dazzles as Argentina crush Germany
By Erik Kirschbaum DUESSELDORF Germany (Reuters) – A brilliant performance from Angel Di Maria spurred Argentina to a crushing 4-2 friendly win over world champions Germany on Wednesday in an entertaining rematch of July’s World Cup final. Despite the absence of injured captain Lionel Messi, Argentina ran circles around the World Cup winners on their … Read more
Suarez debuts for Barca, pledges not to bite again
Luis Suarez made his first appearance for Barcelona after his move from Liverpool for a reported 95 million euros (£75 million, $127 million) as the Catalans hammered Mexican side Club Leon 6-0 in a friendly on Monday. The Uruguayan striker, who won’t be able to play in a competitive game for Barca until October after … Read more