FIFA refuses to acknowledge Messi’s record

The world governing body of football, FIFA is refusing to acknowledge Lionel Messi’ record breaking goal scoring record when he beat Gerd Muller’s awesome 40 year record. The Zambian FA have also been ignored over the controversy surrounding Kabwe Warriors striker Godfrey Chitalu who scored 107 goals in 1972.

Eric Abidal receives distinguished award from French Chamber of Commerce

French footballer and FC Barcelona defender Eric Abidal was award the distinguished XIII Prix Pyrenees last night granted by the French Chamber of Commerce. Eric has been a role model not only for the world of sport but for members of society, too. He thanked everyone for the award and acknowledged that it had been a difficult year for him.

David Villa and Dani Alves to leave Barca?

If things do not change for Barca players David Villa and Dani Alves at the Nou Camp, they could look elsewhere. Both players have lost their first team places and both players need minutes on the field to be counted on for the World Cup that will be hosted in Alves’ native Brazil. Barca could sell these two to open the door for big signings such as Neymar.

Messi unstoppable against Cordoba in La Copa del Rey

Leo Messi was truly unstoppable against a bullish Cordoba last night at the Arcángel stadium. The Catalan team led by Tito Vilanova won by 2 goals to nil and although the team from Andalusia caused few real problems for Barca, they put up a tremendous fight and show for their very deserving fans.

Barcelona to pay tribute to Deco

Next Sunday Barcelona will pay tribute to one of their former outstanding stars: Anderson Luis de Souza or Deco as most fans will know him. The player was unable to receive a sending off as he left by the back door in 2008 when Guardiola took over from Dutchman Frank Rijkaard. Deco will be paid tribute at the Barca vs Athletic Madrid game next Sunday.

Samuel Eto’o: Messi is a god

Ex Barca star Samuel Eto’o who now plays for Russian club Anzhi has spoken out in public about his memories of playing with Barca greats such as Leo Messi and Ronaldhino.He also spoke about his favourites for the upcoming FIFA Ballon d’Or award and his relationship with ex Barcelona FC coach Pep Guardiola.

Leo Messi has four major goal milestones to reach

Leo Messi has four major goal-scoring records and milestone to break according to the official website of FC Barcelona. Messi has just broken the 40 year old record of German legend Gerd Muller for which the German himself congratulated him and there seems to be no stopping the Argentine breaking more records in the very near future.

Messi breaks record to beat Betis 2-1

Leo Messi broke Der Bomber’s record last night at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville where a quality Betis side under the tight rein of Pepe Mel made Barcelona sweat to the final whistle. Barca won by two goals to one and Betis made life tough for the Catalans and hit the post 3 times in their attempts to draw the game.