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Paul Pogba And Romelu Lukaku Celebrated The Fourth Of July In Style
Paul Pogba and Romelu Lukaku (despite neither one being American) seemed to have a pretty awesome holiday yesterday kicking it (literally kicking a soccer ball) by the pool and partying it up with their friends. It's comforting to know that world-class soccer players spend the Fourth of July the same way the rest of us do. Here's a video Paul Pogba posted showing how the two footballers spent the day.
Diego Maradona Is Totally In The Tank For Vladimir Putin
Diego Maradona was in Russia for the Confederations Cup last week, and during his visit he continued his habit of being very complimentary toward communist politicians, most notably Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Here's what Maradona told Russia Today:
Clint Dempsey Abuses Tim Howard With Brilliant Left-Footed Volley
After playing the hero on June 25 against the Portland Timbers, Clint Dempsey was back at it as the Seattle Sounders rolled the Colorado Rapids on July 4th, 3-1. Dempsey, who’s struggled along with the rest of the Sounders attack this season, looks back to his best after registering a brace and an assist on the night, taking his total number of goals this season to seven from 16 games.
Lionel Messi Renews Barca Deal Until 2021 With Reported €300 Million Release Clause
Lionel Messi joined Barcelona’s La Masia youth academy at the age of 13, and his latest contract extension with the club will see him remain there until he’s 34. According to FC Barcelona, Messi has agreed to an extension through June 30, 2021, and the Argentinean will officially sign the deal in the coming weeks, when he returns to the club for preseason training.
John Terry Transfer Gives Millennials and Baby Boomers Another Thing to Fight About
Summer is high-time for transfers and this might just be the most high-profile one yet. There's a lot to discuss in terms of the move itself — one of the biggest names in English football, John Terry, finishing out his career with Championship side Aston Villa.
However, much of the yesterday's buzz focused on the bizarre/unique/amusing way the club chose to deliver the news.