Kane proud of Messi & Ronaldo-like numbers

Harry Kane called it an “honour” to rival two of the “best players ever” in Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of his goal-scoring exploits over the last year.

Great to end year with El Clasico win – Messi

Lionel Messi revelled in Barcelona’s El Clasico victory over LaLiga titleholders Real Madrid as he shared his joy on social media.

Watch: Barca put Madrid to sword in El Clasico

Goals from Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Alex Vidal wrapped up a comfortable 3-0 win for Barcelona against Real Madrid in the El Clasico.

El Clasico not like a final – Rakitic

Ivan Rakitic feels El Clasico cannot be treated like a cup final as Barcelona prepare to take on rivals Real Madrid.

Ronaldo doesn’t compare to Messi – Xavi

Xavi insisted Barcelona star Lionel Messi is the best player in the world, regardless of what Real Madrid foe Cristiano Ronaldo believes.

Ronaldo a Clasico injury doubt?

Cristiano Ronaldo raised fears he would miss the first top-flight Clasico clash of the campaign when he was absent from full training on Wednesday.

Clasico win won’t decide title race, warns Iniesta

Andres Iniesta says Saturday’s Clasico against Real Madrid cannot decide the LaLiga title race, although he admits victory would be a “huge step” forward for Barcelona. 

Suarez heaps praise on “elite” Griezmann, Coutinho

Barcelona forward Luis Suarez praised “elite players” Antoine Griezmann and Philippe Coutinho as the duo continue to be linked to the LaLiga giants.

Ronaldo honoured to compete with Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo feels he has succeeded in making his mark in football and is honoured to compete with the likes of Lionel Messi for the sport’s biggest individual prizes.

‘Several clubs’ discussing Arda move as Barca exit nears

Arda Turan could be heading for the exit at Barcelona with his agent revealing he is in talks with “several clubs” about a January transfer.