Kick Off: Ronaldo 'always seen as behind Messi'; UCL 'could resume in August'

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TOP HEADLINES

Carragher: Ronaldo joined Juventus because he's always been seen as behind Messi

Jamie Carragher believes Cristiano Ronaldo has traded clubs in an effort to prove a point to those who continue to compare him with Lionel Messi.

UCL could resume in August as domestic leagues may be finished in July (MD)

The suspension of the football season due to the coronavirus is forcing the bodies responsible for European football, to find solutions to accommodate the conclusion of national and international championships before the start of the next course.

Messi beats Ronaldinho as 'best dribbler in history' in a poll by French media

Leo Messi beats Brazil legend Ronaldinho as the best dribbler in the history of football by fans in a game proposed by French channel RMC Sports.

CORONAVIRUS IN WORLD

OFFICIAL: Prime Minister of UK Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

The PM is reportedly self-isolating in Downing Street but is continuing to lead the government's response to COVID-19.

Italy records its worst daily death toll & has 2nd most cases of coronavirus now

Italy has recorded its worst daily death toll since the coronavirus pandemic first broke out, with almost 1,000 fatalities in the last 24 hours.

USA become 1st country to have over 100k infected with 15k new coronavirus cases

USA becomes 1st country to have more than 100k coronavirus cases with 15k new cases today.

THESE THINGS HAPPEN

EPL, EFL and PFA face 'difficult desicions' as leagues won't return until Apr 30

The Premier League, EFL and PFA met today and discussed the growing seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Serie A to agree to collective wage freeze in Coronavirus solidarity (GdS)

The president and the chief executive of Serie A are to present a proposal to the players' union on 30 March for a complete wage freeze in Italy's top flight.

Mbappe makes ‘very large’ donation to charity helps people without housing

Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe has made a ‘very large’ donation to the Abbe Pierre Foundation – a charity that helps people without housing.

Real Madrid's quarantine period comes to an end

The 15 day period has expired since club basketball player Trey Thompkins was diagnosed as positive with the Covod-19 virus.

WHAT THEY SAY

Luis Enrique leaves door open to coaching Barcelona again in future

Spain coach Luis Enrique has held a virtual press conference from his home in which he fielded questions from a number of supporters.

Lampard wary of putting pressure on Chelsea players

Frank Lampard said he preferred not to just "push and push" his Chelsea players amid uncertainty over when, and if, the Premier League season will resume.

Berbatov: Sancho won’t think twice about Man Utd move

Jadon Sancho would not “think twice” about making a move to Manchester United if the opportunity presented itself, says former Red Devils striker Dimitar Berbatov.

'I could hardly breathe' - Dybala recalls how he felt after he was infected

Juventus forward Paulo Dybala feels “better” now after testing positive for coronavirus but recalls how “I could hardly breathe”.

Torreira: De Bruyne is best player in PL and Old Trafford most beautiful stadium

Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira has been interviewed by Argentine Youtuber Ezzequiel this week, in an episode they've called a 'Quarantine Special'.

Messi, Ramos, Godin & Cavani... Torreira names his best XI in history

Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira has been interviewed by Argentine Youtuber Ezzequiel this week, in an episode they've called a 'Quarantine Special'.

Fernandes: Ronaldo won big trophies at Utd and it makes me want to achieve that

Bruno Fernandes is setting lofty targets at Manchester United, with the Portugal international looking to match the trophy haul achieved by Cristiano Ronaldo during his time at Old Trafford.

Stupid to suggest Messi needs move from Barcelona, says Carragher

Lionel Messi does not need a move away from Barcelona in order to enhance his legacy, says Jamie Carragher, with it “stupid” to suggest that the six-time Ballon d’Or winner should follow the lead of eternal rival Cristiano Ronaldo.

'Stay home, enjoy the sun' - Bellerin shares his new haircut on Instagram

Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin has shared his new haircut on Instagram during quarantine at home - And he cut his hair short.

AF COLUMNS & IN DEPTHS

Dembele, Odegaard, Jovic, Jesus... Check out where the stars of 2016 are now

Some of world football's most prominent household names were among those rewarded for their performances as teenagers, though others have not lived up the potential they showed as youngsters.

Ronaldo, Buffon, Xavi... This century's elite 100-cap wonders in int'l football

Making 100 caps (or more) for your country is still one of the biggest achievements in the game.

Daniel James, Jimezez, Reece James, Jovic, Jesus...which 'J' player is the best?

Today we select TEN active players whose last name starts with the letter J.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Maybe better than Zlatan's? Impossible bicycle goal set up by keeper's throw 🎥