Should Messi care that Ronaldo's sad? And what's up with Cesc?

Since his failure to celebrate his goals on Sunday, the world's been behind Cristiano Ronaldo asking... what's up with that? To these questions he answered with literary genius! "I'm sad." OK we get he's sad. Why? Apparently "the club knows why." These cryptic statements have lead to rumors galore of trouble in the Real Madrid camp and maybe an impending departure.



Here's what I've heard:

1. Manchester City is preparing a 95mill pound transfer deal for January.
2. Tricky because of his 1bill euro buy out clause?
3. Manchester United fan begging, prayer he'll return to the red devils.

Here's what his agent, Jorge Mendes said, making it perfectly clear he's aware of the superstar's feelings:

" Following [the] reports published by some media outlets, which claim that I have been surprised and  bothered by the statements made by Cristiano Ronaldo, I clarify the following. Firstly, Ronaldo's declarations are based on reasons that are to the best of my knowledge. It is at the discretion of Cristiano whether he discloses them or not. Secondly, these statements have not surprised me and, much less, caused me any discomfort. The relationship that binds me to Cristiano Ronaldo means he will always count on me with total solidarity."

So Jorge's not shocked people. He knows Ronaldo's sad.

Since Ronaldo's in the public eye for his sadness, why wouldn't the press ask his football adversary, his rival, what he thinks about the whole issue? Question of the day... Should Messi care? And if you say yes, why? In my opinion, Leo Messi's his own man, he's got his own issues, including a girlfriend who's about the pop any day, he's the best player in the world right now, he's front man for one of the greatest club football teams on the planet, he's captain of the Argentine football team, currently called up to international duty. Ahm... eh hem, forgive me, where in his mirage of issues should he find time to care about Cristiano Ronaldo? Honestly?? He's got better things to do. But these are my words. When questioned on the issue Leo Messi said it best. While trying obviously to avoid the question at all, he responded with a very diplomatic answer:


"This is something said by him, I've no connection with this matter."

He's right he has no connection and rightly so should stay away from the situation. In my humble opinion.

What on earth is going on with Cesc Fabregas?

I love Cesc, as a player and person. I always joke about having him on skype, but right now I wouldn't mind if that were true because I'd love to talk to him about what in the name of St. Francesc is going on. After failing to score TWICE on Sunday against Valencia, in a match which was admittedly a struggle to win, I came across a statistic I found shocking! It said that in all of 2012, Cesc hasn't scored in La Liga. My response to that? OY VEY, I hadn't noticed. That's a long time. So after his amazing start with Barca and tapering off into non goal scorability, is Cesc going to get the boot? OH NO! Woah there boy! Let's turn the shoot off on that rumour mill. If you don't believe me, here's what Barca's sports director Mr. Zubizaretta had to say:

 "Press claims Cesc not finding his spot? He has to compete with the best players in the world, but we're very happy with Cesc."

Cesc isn't going anywhere. At least not for now. And Cesc has confirmed he's got no interest in going anywhere.

"Everyone wants to play. I don't like to sit on the bench... But I'm not a bad teammate, and I always try to support the team....I know I'm competing with the best in the world. But I didn't join Barça for one, two, or three years. I want to retire here."


Cesc has made it clear people. He's at Barca to stay and I love him for it. I'm sure he'll soon find his rhythm and fight again. Maybe after a few skype therapy session with yours truly to sort his confidence. I Wish! LOL.

Bye bye for now.

Lisa,
Football goddess, Sports junkie, Barca girl.

So sad Cristiano, while Barca sits atop the chart

What in the world is eating Cristiano Ronaldo? After scoring against Granada this past Sunday and not celebrating in true Cristano fashion, the world press became concerned. The question? What's up with Cristiano Ronaldo? The answer? Very cagey. He's being reported as saying. "I'm sad, the club knows why..." Hmm??? Trouble brewing at the Bernabau? Not so fast. In June Cristiano was reported as saying he'd like to retire in a Real Madrid jersey, wanting to give his best to that white and black bwin shirt. Now he's sad. Poor thing. But my question is, is he really sad or is he more mad?? Lets analyse the timeline of his sadness.

UEFA player of the year award.

Last Thursday, August 30, was the player of the year award in Monaco. Who won might you ask? No... not Leo Messi, but rather his Barca pal Andres Iniesta, the mid field spiderman (IMO). While it was a shocker to many, thinking Leo Messi was a shoe in (0n top of over 70 goals for last season), none was more shocked than Cristiano, who, while probably used to losing to Messi by now, probably didn't expect to lose to Andres. His face was quite the tell that he was less that pleased, losing again and losing to a Barca player the worst. Maybe he should work on his poker face. But I suppose he took it on the chin and congratulated Iniesta. But it must have stung a little. Losing out, always coming second must suck, especially when you're on top of a truck load of goals yourself, leading man for the La Liga champions 2011-2012, UEFA champion league semi finalist 2011-2012 and Super Copa champions 2012-2013. Yeah, this might make one a trite upset. But its all politics so fret not.

Call it what it is?

So, is it sadness or annoyance for what seems to be an international lack of recognition for his greatness? And don't get me wrong, I'm a barca girl, but he's great, I call it like see it. So what is it? What do you all think? I think he's more pissy than depressed, but what do I know, I don't have him on skype. Maybe he's genuinely sad, in which case, poor baby. Some might say, he's the front man for a near unstoppable force in the footballing community, what's he got to be sad about? Well, money and fame doesn't always equal happiness so I wouldn't be so quick to want to switch places with him.

Rumors Running Rampant

Amidst the boo hoo sadness, rumors are running rampant about an imminent departure from Real Madrid. True? Hold your horses. I wouldn't jump on that wagon just yet. I suppose as the story unfolds further and he opens up a little more about why he's so sad, we'll see. Let's see if the plot thickens or waters down. For now, I'm calling it a hoax. Its too premature to make any calls. End of story.

Barca on top, 5 points clear of Real.

In the mean while, Barca is looking on the side of history, since being on top for 3 weeks straight has more times than none lead to the league title. I'd like that. After 3 pretty good victories, some hard fought, Barca are atop the charts with 9 points, while Madrid is sitting pretty in 9th with 4 points. Don't count them out so soon though, after all, it is Madrid. But for now, I like the gap and I gladly take it. Given the current drama, I'm excited to see where this season goes. Boy has it started off with a bang!

Bye bye for now.

Lisa,

Football goddess, sports junkie, Barca girl