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This isn’t what their coaches had in mind when they said, “go kick it about a bit.”

Messi made a show of eliminating Manchester City from Champions League play today. And his former boss, Pep Guardiola, happened to be in the stands to catch the action.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the top names in men’s soccer, but would a move to the US make him an icon?

If there is one thing that has never been in short supply in the life of Mario Balotelli, it’s haters. The combination of his large personality, perceived arrogance, and talent level means that he is just as likely to piss off an entire stadium as he is to bring it to its feet in celebration. The fact that he lives in the first “hater generation,” as rapper Wale so eloquently put it, doesn’t help. Social media is nothing if not a bastion for ignorant hatred, and of all the celebrities who operate in the space Balotelli probably receives the worst of it.

Zlatan was not happy with a missed refereeing decision that led to PSG losing 3-2 against Bourdeaux, and he took out his frustrations on the entire country of France. Don’t judge him too soon, though.

Lionel Messi may be the best player in the world, but when it comes to shooting, Ronaldo has him beat in spades.

Legends will gather in Anfield on March 29th for Steven Gerrard's send-off. Gerrard and Jamie Carragher are serving as the captains, and they've picked their squads.

Life can slap us all in the face every once in a while, but it has hit early and often during Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2015.

Ibrahimovic keeps it real again, insulting Chelsea for charging the ref after his foul.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has played for some of the finest clubs in European football, yet still hasn't won the Champions League. He's in exalted company.