The Champions League's influence on individual awards was diminished Monday when Manchester City’s Rodri won the Ballon d’Or player of the year award over Vinicius Junior in a ceremony organized by France Football magazine and UEFA.
Last time Barcelona claimed the Champions League title, Luis Enrique managed the team from the sidelines with Xavi Hernandez as his captain.
Today, almost ten years later, the situation looks different.
In this week's edition of The Mezzala, Benjamin Lee covers a much-needed rebound win for Liverpool, as well as a decisive victory for Real Madrid in El Clàsico.
This week's edition of The Mezzala covers a near-miracle for Maccabi Haifa in the Champions League, Heung-Min Son's dramatic return to form, Juventus' struggles and more.
