We know it’s a divisive topic, and plenty of modern-day fans will argue until the death that Cristiano is a better player than R9. There is no better attacking player for a generation of Gen X and Millennials than the Brazilian Ronaldo. Many believe he’s the most outstanding footballing talent ever, but if we look at the two on paper, it’s much closer than people think. Like the sports betting companies, everybody sees them as a measuring stick for upcoming…

The expanded FIFA Club World Cup takes place this summer and will mark a new era for inter-continental club football competition. The revamped tournament will 32 teams for the first time. Each of the six international football confederations will be represented, included 12 clubs from Europe. Fans will be clamouring for tickets over the next few months as excitement mounts for a tournament which has already sparked plenty of debate in football circles. Many supporters will visit tours and activities…