Surprisingly, Ronaldo and Messi both have scored 53 goals each in all competitions in 2017. So, they both will be using their all effort to overtake each other in the Clasico, which is also the last game of the year.

Messi is all the way above Ronaldo when comparing the goals scored in La Liga as the Madrid star has managed to bag only 19. However, Ronaldo is unquestionably the Master of Champions League with ridiculous 19 goals while his rival Messi has just four.

Prominently, 2017 was also the year in which Ronaldo broke Jimmy Greaves’ long-standing account as the all-time leading scorer in Europe’s top leagues.

See the score table

Messi goals in 2017

Ronaldo goals in 2017

From the above table, we can clearly see that Ronaldo has managed to equalize the 53 goals scored by Messi with lesser games played and has appeared in 3 more tournaments.

In International tournaments and games, Ronaldo has left his mark on the field and titles more than his Argentine rival. He netted 11 goals in 11 matches for his national team as they secured the third position at the Confederations Cup and were qualified automatically for the 2018 World Cup defeating Switzerland in the last game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbbeulyz4LI

On the other hand, Messi ultimately came to the save Argentina in dramatic style back in October with a hat-trick against Ecuador but remained way back than Ronaldo overall contribution goal-wise in 2017.

The Barca player played a total of seven games including five in the qualifiers scoring four, three of which came in the above-mentioned game against Ecuador

AS Ronaldo was the major reason behind an unforgettable season for Real Madrid in 2016-17, Ronaldo’s struggles for the club in their success was rightfully recognized by the football world in 2017.

The 32-year-old started the phenomenal year by being honored with FIFA’s inaugural The Best accolade in January, which he finally retained in October. At both functions, Ronaldo was also named in the FIFA FIFPro World XI.

His efforts in Real Madrid’s historic Champions League achievement- where he was the top scorer in the tournament with a brace in the final – resulted in him being honored with  UEFA Player of the Year.

Ronaldo finally managed to catch Messi winning his fifth Ballon d’Or in early December.

Messi did manage to edge the Portuguese captain in some spheres, however, had to remain in the second position at several individual awards ceremonies in 2017.

The Argentine striker finished the 2016-17 season as La Liga’s top scorer netting 37 goals in 34 appearances.

He was also the pick of the bunch across Europe’s top leagues, gaining the 2016-17 Golden Shoe – his fourth time scooping the gong.

Out of different factors to measure the success in career, trophies acquired by the player is one of the most fundamental.

Real Madrid was phenomenal throughout the season having won the major Silverwares and Ronaldo was the driving force behind the success.

Los Blancos managed to clinch five trophies in 2017, starting with La Liga in May, followed by a historic La Undécima Champions League success in June. They continued their winning campaign and went on to hold the Super Cup, the Supercopa de Espana and, most recently, the Club World Cup earlier this December.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0vAVeW8w90

While Real Madrid and Ronaldo filled the vacant trophy shelf, Messi and Barcelona were left in their rivals’ shadow as they remained an almost sterile year.

The Argentine was undoubtedly a principal part in their single success of the year back in January, scoring a goal, an assist and opening the play for another in the final of the Copa del Rey against Alaves.

Photo: FCC Chairman Ajit Pai drinks from a big coffee cup during a commission meeting December 14, 2017 in Washington, DC.

The Federal Communications Commission voted on Thursday to eliminate its power to ensure net neutrality, effectively paving the way for internet providers to begin charging companies and consumers for faster internet access.

These kinds of arrangements, commonly called “fast lanes,” will inevitably favor big companies and hurt innovation, net neutrality advocates have warned.

The FCC isn’t just making it so internet providers don’t have to follow the rules. The order voted on Thursday almost entirely removes the FCC from any responsibility when it comes to keeping an eye on how the internet runs. Instead, the Federal Trade Commission will be tasked with going after companies if they are deemed to have made deals that hurt consumers or competition — a move that few outside of anti-regulation advocates believe will be good for the internet.

Chairman Ajit Pai led the charge for the proposal, ignoring public outcry and even some Republicans in Congress who advocated for the FCC to keep the rules in place.

“If our rules deter the massive infrastructure investment that we need, eventually we’ll pay the price in terms of less innovation,” Pai said.

The vote marks a drastic reversal for net neutrality. Open internet advocates celebrated in 2015 when the FCC, then under Obama-appointee Chairman Tom Wheeler, voted to classify internet providers as “common carriers” — a legal term that allowed the regulator to keep a closer watch on internet providers in the same way utilities like electricity are regulated.

At the time, Pai, a Republican commissioner appointed by Obama, had voiced strong opposition to the move. Two years later, President Donald Trump appointed Pai as chairman. Pai then immediately signaled that he would move to reverse the 2015 vote.

Boxing specialists were convinced that classic fighter Floyd Mayweather Jr. — who “carried” UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor in last August in a boxing match — was driving steps in order to set up a possible rematch.

Seemingly because it would replicate this huge cash grasp.

But “Notorious” isn’t as excited about the “Money” do-over as he was with revenging his submission defeat to Nate Diaz, which he somehow leveled with a close decision victory at UFC 202.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRWkHZtmbfY

“I think it’s different,” Conor’s mentor John Kavanagh told Express Sport. “After the Nate loss, it was an obsession. From five minutes of being inside the Octagon, the ball had already started rolling in ensuring his next fight was going to be against Nate. I don’t see that same level of interest in the Mayweather rematch.”

He still has the same attitude, he had that day.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPts_Qf5HYw&t=334s

McGregor is currently in timeout for being a bad boy back home, but is assumed to come back to the UFC at some point in 2018. In his absenteeism, Tony Ferguson will dominate the 155-pound roost with an interim privilege, which could be on the line against the conqueror of this match.

Depending on how “thirsty” this fighter gets.

A former federation official has threatened Spain that they could be prevented by FIFA from the World Cup 2018 due to “interference” from the Spanish government.

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) is on the verge of appointing a new president and because of the government’s obstruction in the topic Fifa practices are in danger of being demolished.

Verified to Spanish news agency EFE and announced by ESPN, FIFA has sent a notice to the RFEF concerning the federation’s autonomy.

According to FIFA acts, as stated in article 14 and 19, federations and its constituents have a responsibility to “manage their affairs independently and ensure that their own affairs are not influenced by any third parties”.

Spanish government blamed for risking country’s place at Russian World Cup https://t.co/2kzG8Duw1F

— Indy Football (@IndyFootball) December 18, 2017

If the RFEF miss to follow Fifa’s advice, the federation could be rejected and its national team forbade.

Former RFEF president Angel Maria Villar, who is currently suspended and expecting prosecution for custody of fraud, advised the Spanish government that the team could be compensated in Russia next year.

Villar said:

The only ones responsible for the possibility that the national team could miss out on the World Cup is the current government. No one wants this, least of all me, but there are other national teams like Italy that missed out on the World Cup that will jump at the chance to take a World Cup spot [should Spain be banned.

The 67-year-old quit as vice-president of both FIFA and UEFA earlier this year after being rejected by the Consejo Superio de Deportes (CSD) – Spain’s top sports officials.

Villar further told:

The only thing Fifa is doing is making sure one of its members complies with the statutes and its regulations. Fifa is only following rules. The Spanish Sports Council [CSD] is making the RFEF non-compliant with those Fifa rules and regulations.

Despite Cristiano Ronaldo leading Real Madrid to their first La Liga trophy since 2012 in the recent campaign, FC Barcelona’s star Lionel Messi beat him to Marca’s La Liga best player honor.

The Argentine was granted his reward by the announcement on Monday night in the city of Barcelona, where he also got the Alfredo di Stefano Trophy. beats

Despite the Catalan club losing their La Liga crown to severe competitors Los Blancos in the 2016/17 season, Messi was majestic during the campaign.

The 30-year-old netted 37 goals and generated a further 12 assists in just 34 matches for his club last season, while Ronaldo scored the back of the net on just 25 opportunities and fixed up an additional six goals.

Messi, who has taken his form into this season, is fascinated with Marca’s honor after gaining the honor. According to a statement, he said:

I already have several. Before the trophy was different, bigger and heavier. I’m happy to receive it again and I want to thank MARCA for this recognition.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZiJYx4ax6U

Other award winners:

Jan Oblak – the Zamora award

Iago Aspas – the Zarra award

Mendilibar and Garitano – The Miguel Munoz Prize.

Martinez Munuera – Guruceta award

Andres Iniesta – Spain’s MVP

Atletico Nacional was granted the Jarque / Puerta trophy for giving the trophy of the Copa Sudamericana to Chapecoense after the air disaster.

FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has explained why he thinks Brazilian forward Neymar left the Catalan club for Paris Saint-Germain.

The 25-year-old left Spain for the world record transfer fee in August, mentioning he was ready for a new test.

Many people have believed that Neymar wanted to go to a team where he could be the team’s main player in order to conquer a Ballon d’Or, a feeling that Pique has imitated.

My relationship (with Neymar) is really strong. Even though it really hurt the club when he left. As a friend, I could understand his decision and why he wanted to go to Paris. I tried to be fair to him no matter what. As a Barcelona fan it hurts and I understand that maybe some Barcelona fans are disappointed about how he left. But it is very difficult to find a player who stays at the same club for the whole of their carer. They need more motivation, they want to fight for new things. I know Neymar wanted the Ballon d’Or so I think it is fair he left for Paris where he will be the main star. If he does a good job in the Champions League and in France he has options to win the Ballon d’Or.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ti74S5dUxJg&t=4s
Neymar has been excellent for PSG since his arrival, scoring 17 goals and setting up 13 strikes in 19 games in all competitions this season.

Barcelona have moved a step closer to signing the Atletico Madrid forward this weekend.

Reports surfaced of a discussion between Greizmann’s family and the Barca board.

And Barcelona’s director of sporting relations has declined to reject it took place. Guillermo Amor reported Movistar.

If Bartomeu met with Griezmann’s family as the newspapers say, then there may well have been an approach,” Guillermo Amor told Movistar. Antoine Griezmann seems to be agreeing in on a move to Barcelona. Though, I don’t know anything for sure.

There is a good relationship, there can also be comfortable conversations. Rumours are inevitable in the football world. In Griezmann’s case, there are many people we talk to; it’s our obligation to have contact with players.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN5T7Z_hpFA

And Don Balon revealed that Messi is unhappy that the contract is going onward.

Messi is good friends with Luis Suarez and thinks a contract for Griezmann will put his place in uncertainty.

Messi was irritated to lose Neymar in the summer and didn’t want the trio broke up.

However, it now seems like he will play with Ousmane Dembele and Antoine Griezmann.